My Experience With A Harry Potter Birthday Theme
Last year, for my son’s 7th birthday, we decided to go all out and have a Harry Potter themed party. It was a huge success and all the kids had a blast!
Harry Potter Birthday Theme Ideas
Step by Step Guide
If you’re planning a Harry Potter themed birthday party, here’s a step by step guide to help you:
- Choose a venue – you can decorate your home or rent a location that fits the theme
- Send out invitations with a Harry Potter design
- Decorate the venue with Hogwarts house banners, floating candles, and a Hogwarts crest
- Set up a sorting hat station for guests to be sorted into their Hogwarts houses
- Plan games and activities such as wand making, potion making, and a Harry Potter trivia quiz
- Serve themed snacks and treats such as Butterbeer, Chocolate Frogs, and Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans
- Have a Harry Potter cake or cupcakes
- Give out Harry Potter themed party favors such as wands, wizard hats, and Hogwarts house scarves
Top 10 Tips and Ideas
Here are some additional tips and ideas for a Harry Potter birthday theme:
- Create a Hogwarts Great Hall feel by using long tables and decorating with candles and banners
- Have a photo booth with Harry Potter props such as glasses, scarves, and wands
- Use Harry Potter themed music for the party
- Have a Quidditch match with broomsticks and a golden snitch
- Make a DIY Marauder’s Map for guests to follow around the party
- Have a Harry Potter movie marathon after the party
- Have a table with Harry Potter books for guests to read or take home as party favors
- Decorate the bathroom to look like Moaning Myrtle’s bathroom
- Make Harry Potter themed snacks such as cauldron cakes, pumpkin pasties, and treacle tarts
- Have a guest dress up as Hagrid to greet guests at the door
Pros and Cons
Possible pros of a Harry Potter birthday theme include:
- It’s a unique and memorable theme
- It’s fun for both kids and adults
- It encourages creativity and imagination
- There are plenty of ideas and resources available online
Possible cons of a Harry Potter birthday theme include:
- It may require more time and effort to plan and execute
- It may be more expensive due to decorations and themed snacks
- Not all guests may be familiar with Harry Potter
Personal Review and Suggestion
Overall, I highly recommend a Harry Potter themed birthday party. It was a great experience for my family and friends, and everyone had a lot of fun. My only suggestion would be to make sure to plan ahead and give yourself plenty of time to prepare. It can be a lot of work, but it’s definitely worth it in the end!
Question & Answer and FAQs
Q: What age range is best for a Harry Potter themed birthday party?
A: I would recommend ages 7 and up, as younger children may not be as familiar with the Harry Potter series.
Q: Where can I find Harry Potter themed decorations and party supplies?
A: There are many online shops that sell Harry Potter themed decorations and party supplies, such as Amazon and Etsy.
Q: Can I have a Harry Potter themed party without serving themed snacks?
A: Absolutely! While themed snacks can add to the overall experience, they are not necessary for a successful Harry Potter themed party.