Planning a winter birthday party for a kid is hard enough—planning a winter baby’s birthday party during COVID-19? A “challenge,” as they say. Never fear: we have ideas! Whether you want to throw an outdoor party that embraces winter activity, celebrate in person socially distanced or party virtually, we found ways to mark the occasion safely, and with flair!
For even more birthday party ideas for Des Moines Kids visit our Birthday Party Guide.
Here’s 10 Winter Birthday Party Ideas for Des Moines Kids:
Let it Snow – Sledding Themed Birthday Party
Make the best of winter weather by planning a sledding party for your birthday kiddo. All you need is the perfect hill and a fresh batch of snow. Bundle up and invite their friends for afternoon sledding on a snowy day.
Strike a Pose – Yoga Themed Birthday Party
Start your child’s new year off with good karma and some yoga. This party could be done in person at a local yoga studio or in your home. It could also be done virtually, by taking kids through a series of poses with the help of Go Go Yoga for Kids.
Life’s a Beach – Island Themed Birthday Party
Nothing shakes off the winter chill and sets a celebratory mood like bright tropical décor and the thought of a warmer destination. If you’re looking to get out, a local water park might make a fun getaway for your birthday VIP. A fun at home or virtual activity could be watching Moana.
Spice Things Up – Chili Cook Off Birthday Party
Host this party inside or out, in-person or virtually. Guests should arrive with or deliver their favorite chili concoctions for everyone to sample and rate. (Samples will need to be pre-packaged for each guest separately.) Find some cute ideas for a chili cook off party from evite.
Gather Your Inner Circle – Bubble Themed Party
Hone Kim Kardashian and gather up your COVID social group and celebrate with what else but a bubble themed party?!? Moms & Munchkins has tons of fun, easy and inexpensive ideas to really make your party pop.
The Classic – Slumber Party
The slumber party is a classic for a reason. Have your child invite over a few of their closest friends and plan out a fun evening catered to your child’s favorite things. Take the party up a notch with party rentals from Let’s Slumber It. You could also host a “lateover” or a virtual sleepover.
Dive In – Pool Party
Splash up some summer fun by hosting a pool party in the middle of winter. Many local fitness centers offer pool party packages that are guaranteed to please. And, local swim centers like Gold Fish Swim School also offer birthday party packages.
Go Vertical – Rock Climbing Birthday Party
This party theme really rocks! If you are looking for a kids’ birthday party you can build around a fun activity, rock climbing is a fun solution! Climb Iowa offers a birthday party package. For an outdoor alternate you could have guests gather at a nearby park that has some climbing equipment or at a trail for a short hike.
Hit the Trail – Sleigh Ride or Wagon Ride Themed Birthday Party
If you have a horse lover at home, there’s a variety of ways to incorporate them into their special day. While a few local equestrian centers offer birthday party packages and trail rides, some only do so in warmer months. A fun winter option is to book a group outing for a sleigh ride or wagon ride at Jester Park Equestrian Center.
Get Amped Up – Robotics Themed Birthday Party
If you have a kid that loves to build stuff, a robotics birthday party hosted at Sylvan Learning Center might make their big day just a little brighter. They’ll love the hands-on activities and the energy and fun of collaborating with their friends.
Do you have a winter baby? How will you be celebrating their special day this year?
