20 Enchanting Cinderella Birthday Party Ideas
Mary-Anne Desai
Contributor
Once upon a time, every parent plans an over-the-top fairytale party for their child. Make this celebration even more special by hosting an amazing Cinderella themed birthday party that the kids will remember forever. It’s time to make use of that old Halloween costume because the littles will be thrilled to finally wear their favorite outfit and fabulous glass slippers again.
There’s no need for a fairy godmother because The Bash is here to help you plan every last dazzling detail. From venues, to entertainment, and food, we have plenty of Cinderella birthday party ideas to get your celebration started. Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo, your party planning is coming true!
Here are 20 enchanting Cinderella birthday party ideas:
Inflatable Castle
Your little one and their friends can jump throughout the celebration with a giant inflatable bounce house. Though Cinderella didn't do much jumping, she definitely found herself running quite a bit throughout the evening. Find an inflatable castle with the right height and colors to suit your fairytale theme. These castles can also be for all ages, so everyone can hop your heart out!
Rent a Ballroom
From Beauty and The Beast to Sleeping Beauty, every fairytale has a little bit of elegance; that's why a sophisticated ballroom is the picture-perfect setting for your next chapter. Brightly lit and spacious, grand ballrooms can host this birthday with the closest friends and family members. If a ballroom isn't in your budget, your home will be just as magical.
Cotton Candy Mocktail
Kids love cotton candy, so they’ll definitely enjoy having it in their own special drink. Fill plastic cups with blue cotton candy and pour lemon-lime soda or sparkling apple juice on top. They’ll be amazed to watch the cotton candy magically melt away and leave behind a beautiful blue beverage.
Pumpkin Shaped Birthday Cake
Cast a wonderful spell on your friends’ tastebuds with a delicious birthday cake shaped like an enormous pumpkin! This pumpkin can include any cake flavors, like chocolate, vanilla, red velvet, and even pumpkin itself. The outside of the cake can be decorated with bright, orange colored frosting and a rustic stem. If you desire a more elegant design, the entire cake can be made out of pearl-white frosting with blush-pink sprinkles and edible decor.
Dress for the Ball
It's not a princess party without a bit of fairy dust, so welcome your guests to dress to impress for the birthday ball. They can dress like their favorite princesses including Jasmine, Belle, or Rapunzel to live their real life fairytale. Those that prefer to be a prince can look dashing in a royal suit or tuxedo.
Dreamy Decor
Include Cinderella themed decor like vintage candelabras, crystalized chandeliers, and shades of light blue throughout. Since you're decorating just like Cinderella, track down princess themed napkins, gold centerpieces, and don’t forget some clocks to signify the stroke of midnight—even if the party doesn’t go that late.
Princess Visit
Of course there will be tons of mini princesses and princes in attendance, but surprise everyone with a visit from Cinderella herself. Browse princess characters on The Bash to invite all of your child’s favorite fairytale characters for a memorable birthday party. Set up a special area so everyone can take pictures for the perfect photo opportunity.
Cinderella Drink
Combine pineapple juice, grenadine, orange juice, lemon juice, with ginger ale or lemon lime soda for this drink known as the Cinderella. The fruity, tarte, and sweet mixture is the perfect drink for all ages to enjoy.
Classical Musicians
From the sweet sound of the trumpets to the angelic tune of the harp, a Cinderella themed birthday party would be even better with a group of classical musicians. Whether you're looking for a duo, trio, or quartet, these classical experts can provide you with a lively and fun atmosphere for your entire event. They can also help you with grand announcements or remix favorite pop, rock, and country tunes.
Glass Jewels
Thanks to the fairy godmothers' incredible work on Cinderella's outfit, little guests can add to theirs using fairy dust and shimmering jewels. At the birthday venue, you can set up a jewelry station with a selection of pearls, diamonds, and other dazzling beads for the kids to choose from.
Once they've selected their favorite items, grab a wire or string and measure themselves to make the perfect bracelet, necklace, or sparkling earrings.
Magic Pretzel Wands
Little guests will love snacking on their own magical wand made of pretzels, chocolate, and sprinkles. Dip pretzel rods into white chocolate dyed with food coloring and garnish with sprinkles or fairy dust, aka edible glitter.
Mirror Signage
Turn your ordinary party signs into glistening glass or large mirror signs. Customized to suit the birthday party, you can display guests' names and table numbers neatly in the center of the mirror. These elegant mirrors can be set up with a gold, silver, or white frame and wow friends as they walk by. Unlike Cinderella's glass slipper, these signs will still stay chic and sparkly all night long.
Custom Crowns
Let everyone have a chance to be the belle of the ball with customized crowns and tiaras on each table. Craft these pieces of decor at home with gold or silver paper, or get them from your local party supply store. These foil crowns can include guests' names as well as colorful accessories to match the princess theme. For a kid-friendly party activity, allow guests to customize them during the celebration.
Linens & Brooms
Cinderella might have worn a blue gown when she entered the ball, but she also had a couple of bright linens, aprons, and other colorful, cleaning items that she would keep by her side. So, before you begin setting the table, find an array of blue linens to make your tablescape extra special. If you're going with a more rustic theme, you can also add a variety of straw brooms to each corner of the room to fit the before the ball aesthetic.
Clementine Pumpkins
It tends to be a challenge to get kids to eat their vegetables, so disguise them as something else to match the theme! Take a peeled clementine and a celery stick to look like a miniature pumpkin just like in Cinderella. Who wouldn’t want to snack on a magic pumpkin?
Charcuterie Board
Celebrate the Cinderella theme party with a snack all the mice friends would approve of—a tasty cheese platter. Customize the charcuterie board with delicious cheese, meat, and fruit from all over the world. Some of our favorites include gouda, cheddar, and obviously blue to match the Cinderella theme! Serve with crackers and pretzels for a crowd favorite party snack that Gus and Jaq would want to steal.
Magic Mirror Photo Booth
Mirror mirror on the wall, let's make your party the best of them all with a magic mirror photo booth. Besides their colorful and mysterious setup, these booths are tall and easy to use. Your booth can even include customized frames with the birthday date on each photograph. Little guests will love the props and filters, while parents will love the immediate prints, social media sharing options, and instant party favor.
Glass Slipper Drink
While you may not have a giant glass slipper lying around, you can put a spin on this old tale with delicious ingredients and juicy flavors. To create your own glass slipper, you'll need blueberry juice or food coloring to form a bold, dark blue. If you're not wild about fruit juice, try some sweet lemonade or kool-aid. Complete this icy drink by adding sugar to the edge of the glass that will create the illusion of a glistening glass.
Fairy Lights
Magical and enchanting fairy lights can transport you and your guests into a beautiful wonderland. Whether you're booking a castle or setting up the celebration in your backyard, these twinkling lights can accessorize your entire event space. They also come in various sizes, big to small, and are shaped differently, like stars or butterflies. If you don't have many of these colorful lights at home, try gathering some of your Christmas or seasonal lights to add to your venue.
Cinderella Hot Chocolate
You’re probably thinking, what makes hot chocolate Cinderella themed? The answer is simple; make white hot chocolate and add a splash of pumpkin syrup. If someone isn’t a fan of pumpkin, no big deal! Serve this white hot chocolate with plenty of whipped cream and sprinkles.
Find more theme party ideas here on The Bash.
