50 Best Party Favor Ideas for Kids Birthdays
Planning a memorable kids’ birthday party involves more than just cake and decorations.
One of the highlights for young guests is often the party favors they take home. Whether you’re hosting a princess-themed extravaganza or a superhero adventure, choosing the perfect party favors can delight little ones and leave a lasting impression.
From classic favorites to creative novelties, here are 50 handpicked ideas guaranteed to spark joy and make your child’s birthday celebration truly unforgettable.
Mini Activity Kits
Include small kits with coloring pages, stickers, and crayons tailored to the party theme.
Personalized Water Bottles
Customized with each child’s name or decorated with themed stickers.
Character Masks
Masks of their favorite characters for imaginative play after the party.
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DIY Craft Kits
Supplies and instructions for a simple craft activity related to the party theme.
Superhero Capes
Capes personalized with initials or symbols for little heroes to take home.
Mini Board Games
Pocket-sized games like tic-tac-toe or mini puzzles.
Seed Packets
Decorative packets with flower or vegetable seeds for kids to plant at home.
Storybooks
Small books related to the party theme or classic children’s stories.
Temporary Tattoos
Fun designs that kids can apply and easily remove.
Bubbles
Mini bottles of bubbles for outdoor fun.
Cookie Decorating Kits
Pre-baked cookies with icing and sprinkles for decorating at home.
Mini Plush Toys
Small stuffed animals or characters from their favorite shows.
Customized T-shirts
T-shirts with a design related to the party theme or personalized with each child’s name.
Musical Instruments
Simple instruments like kazoos or harmonicas for musical play.
Sunglasses
Fun, colorful sunglasses for sunny days.
Miniature Play-Doh Sets
Small containers of Play-Doh with molds and tools.
Magic Tricks
Easy magic trick kits with instructions for budding magicians.
Puzzle Books
Activity books with mazes, puzzles, and brain teasers.
Slime Kits
DIY slime kits with ingredients and instructions for making slime at home.
Personalized Stationery
Notepads, pencils, or stickers personalized with each child’s name. These party favors are designed to entertain and delight children while reflecting the party’s theme or creating lasting memories of a fun-filled celebration.
Glow Sticks
Assorted glow sticks or bracelets for nighttime fun.
Mini Sports Equipment
Small balls, mini frisbees, or jump ropes.
Cookie Cutters
Fun-shaped cookie cutters related to the party theme.
Build-Your-Own Snack Bags
Small bags with ingredients for kids to create their own trail mix or snack mix.
Themed Magnets
Decorative magnets featuring characters or symbols from the party theme.
Hair Accessories
Colorful hair clips, bows, or headbands for a themed dress-up.
Science Experiment Kits
Simple science kits with instructions for easy experiments.
Customized Keychains
Keychains with initials or themed charms.
Miniature Books
Pocket-sized books or booklets with stories or activities.
Puzzle Cubes
Small Rubik’s cubes or twisty puzzles.
Fruit or Veggie Pops
Frozen fruit or vegetable popsicles for a healthy treat.
DIY Terrarium Kits
Miniature plants and decorative materials for creating a small terrarium.
Mini Personalized Backpacks
Small backpacks or tote bags with each child’s name.
Character Socks
Socks featuring characters or patterns related to the party theme.
Colorful Bandanas
Bandanas in vibrant colors or patterns.
Miniature Photo Frames
Small frames with a group photo from the party.
Travel-sized Games
Portable versions of classic games like Uno or Connect Four.
Decorative Pillowcases
Pillowcases with designs related to the party theme.
Comic Books
Age-appropriate comic books or graphic novels.
Mini Plant Pots
Small pots with seeds or succulents for kids to care for at home. These party favors offer a variety of choices to suit different interests and ages, ensuring that each child leaves the party with a special and memorable gift.
DIY Tie-Dye Kits
Kits with fabric dye and materials for creating tie-dye designs on t-shirts or bandanas.
Miniature Cooking Sets
Tiny utensils and recipe cards for simple cooking or baking activities.
Personalized Story CDs
CDs with personalized stories or songs featuring the birthday child and guests.
Nature Exploration Kits
Small binoculars, magnifying glasses, and a guide for outdoor exploration.
Fidget Toys
Various fidget toys like spinners, sensory balls, or stress relievers.
Magic Sand
Kinetic sand kits with molds and tools for creative play.
Character Toothbrushes
Toothbrushes featuring characters or designs related to the party theme.
Garden Gnomes
Miniature garden gnomes or figurines for decorating a small garden space.
Mini Sports Water Bottles
Small water bottles with sports-themed designs or personalization.
DIY Musical Instruments
Kits with materials to create homemade musical instruments like drums or shakers. These ideas add a creative and personalized touch to party favors, ensuring that each child receives something unique and enjoyable to take home from the celebration.
