Space Birthday Party: 21 Ideas To Make It Extravagant

If your child is a fan of outer space, a space birthday party is the perfect way to make his or her day unforgettable. A space themed birthday party allows kids to explore the wonders of the galaxy while enjoying fun activities and treats. From space crafts to cosmic snacks, there are endless possibilities for a space themed party.

Our outer space party ideas included space-themed treats like moon rocks or alien cupcakes. We also planned fun activities like asteroid dodgeball or a space-themed scavenger hunt to keep our young astronauts entertained.

We will be sharing all our ideas for an extravagant space themed party that are sure to make your child’s day.

Contents

• Space Birthday Party Invites
• Space Party Decorations
• Space Themed Food
• Space Party Games
• Outer Space Party Favors

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Let’s start with the space party invitations that will launch your child’s party.

Invitations are an essential element of any party, and the same goes for a space-themed party. Space party invites are an excellent way to set the tone for the event and let guests know what to expect.

Here are ideas that we brainstormed for our child’s space birthday party.

1. Rocket Ship Invitation

Create a DIY rocket ship invitation. Cut out a rocket ship shape from cardstock and decorate it with glitter, stickers, and markers. Write the party details on the back (or on the front if you wish) and hand-deliver it to the child.

You can also put your text on a printed one using a word processor or canva.com. With a free Canva account you have many options like the one below.

2. Custom Video Invitation

Send a custom video invitation. Record a short video of yourself or the birthday child in a space-themed costume inviting the guests to the party. Use special effects to make it look like you’re in outer space.

There are many free online tools to help you with this. Again our favorite is canva.com. Here you can find free editable templates such as this one.

3. Planet Poster Invite

Use a personalized planet poster. Create a poster featuring a picture of the birthday child with the party details written in space-themed fonts. Roll it up and put it in a mailing tube with a note that says “Open to discover your special planet invitation!”

4. Postcard Space Party Invitation

Send a space-themed postcard. Find a postcard featuring a picture of outer space and write the party details on the back. Mail it to the child with a note that says “Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join us for a space-tacular birthday party!”

You can design your DIY postcards on a word processor or canva.com and print them on cardstock or thick paper.

5. Hand-Delivered Package Invite

Hand-deliver a “blast off” package. Fill a small box with space-themed treats and goodies, such as glow-in-the-dark stars, astronaut ice cream, and a toy rocket. Include a note that says “Get ready to blast off to an out-of-this-world space birthday party!”

Note: These are awesome space invitation ideas that will certainly leave a lasting impression on the guests and their parents. However, it’s important to plan and set aside dedicated time to work on them.

Consider setting a specific day and time each week to work on party preparations, including the invitations. You can also enlist the help of family or friends to assist with the process, especially if you have a large number of guests to invite.

Space party decorations are crucial in creating an immersive and engaging atmosphere that transports guests into the wonders of outer space. The right decorations can transform any venue into a space station, an alien planet, or a starry galaxy.

We’ve put together a list of space party decoration ideas that worked well for our family.

6. Space-themed Banner

Hang up this space-themed banner or create a banner with planets, rockets, and stars.

Otherwise, adapt the ideas presented in How To Make An Eye-Catching Party Banner, to create a personalized space banner.

Add some space-themed balloons, to complete the outer space atmosphere. Balloons shaped like planets and rockets like these foil ones, can also be a great addition to the space-themed decorations.

To learn how to extend your balloons longevity go to How To Keep Balloons From Deflating And Popping.

7. Hang Paper Planets

Hang paper planets from the ceiling with fishing wire against a dark cloth background. It will make it feel like the party is taking place in outer space. Place the food table in front of these decorations if it makes sense for you.

8. Cardboard Rocket Ship

Create a rocket ship. Build a rocket ship out of cardboard and paint it in silver or even bright colors. Place it in a prominent position in the party venue as a decoration centerpiece. 

If you’re adventurous like us you can build a paper mache 3D one like this. Our child loved it!

9. Space Shuttle Entrance

Create a space shuttle entrance. Cut out a large cardboard spaceship entrance and place it at the entrance of the venue. It will make the guests feel like they’re boarding a real space shuttle.

Use the same ideas and tips we used to make a DIY cardboard standee using cardboard, printer paper, and your preferred word processor in, How To Make A Fantastic DIY Cardboard Standee to make this shuttle entrance or the rocket ship suggested above.

10. Space Photo Booth

Set up a photo booth. Get this space backdrop, and provide props such as astronaut helmets and vests. Your young guests will have a blast posing for photos with their friends.

When it comes to a space themed party, serving space themed food can be a fun and creative way to add to the overall theme. Space themed snacks, treats, and candy can be prepared or purchased to match the theme.

Here are just a few ideas that we came up with for our space themed party. For more inspiration, recipes, and tips go to 10 Space Themed Snacks Your Kids Will Love.

11. Space Themed Snacks

• Meteor Meatballs: Bite-sized meatballs made with your favorite meat and shaped like meteoroids.
• Rocket Dogs: Hot dogs wrapped in crescent dough to resemble rockets.
• Alien Quesadillas: Quesadillas cut into the shape of aliens using cookie cutters.
• UFO Pizza: Make mini pizzas with cheese and pepperoni arranged in a flying saucer shape.
• Cosmic Kabobs: Skewers with chunks of marinated chicken, beef, or tofu and vegetables in different colors to represent planets and stars.
• Spaceman Sandwiches: Use star-shaped cookie cutters to cut bread into small sandwich bites, then add fillings such as turkey, cheese, and lettuce.
• Moon Rocks: Crispy baked chickpeas seasoned with salt and spices.
• Starry Chips and Dip: Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut tortilla chips, then serve with a dip that represents a galaxy or constellation.
• Interstellar Sliders: Miniature burgers with cheese and other toppings arranged to look like a shooting star.
• Planet Puffs: Puff pastry stuffed with cheese and bacon or spinach and feta, then decorated to look like different planets.

Find the recipes and the instructions how to adapt them to the space party theme in 10 Space Themed Snacks Your Kids Will Love.

12. Space Themed Treats

• Galaxy Popcorn: Popcorn drizzled with a mixture of melted white chocolate and food coloring to create a galaxy effect.
• Moon Pies: Homemade graham crackers sandwiched together with marshmallow cream and dipped in chocolate.
• Star Cookies: Sugar cookies cut into star shapes and decorated with frosting and edible glitter.
• Rocket Ship Rice Krispie Treats: Rice Krispie treats cut into the shape of rocket ships and decorated with colorful icing.
• Planet Cake Pops: Cake balls shaped like planets and coated in colored candy melts.
• Astronaut Ice Cream Sandwiches: Homemade vanilla ice cream sandwiched between two freeze-dried Neapolitan ice cream slices.
• Alien Cupcakes: Cupcakes decorated with green frosting and candy eyes to look like cute little aliens.
• Space Rock Candy: Homemade rock candy dyed with blue and purple colors to look like outer space rocks.
• Meteorite Brownies: Chocolate brownies cut into small squares and decorated with small candy meteorites made of chocolate and caramel.
• Solar System Lollipops: Homemade lollipops in the shape of planets, sun, and moon, with different colors and flavors.

Find more space themed treats and candy ideas, recipes and instructions how to adapt them to the space party theme in 19 Ideas For Space Themed Treats And Candy.

13. Space Themed Candy

• Milky Way bars
• Starburst
• Nerds
• Moon Pies
• Milky Way Magic Stars
• Mars Bars
• Cosmic Rocks Candy
• Astronaut Ice Cream
• Galaxy Pops
• Space Rocks Candy

14. Space Themed Cake

A space themed cake can make for a perfect centerpiece at any space themed birthday party. There are endless possibilities when it comes to designing a cake, from classic rocket shapes to galaxy-themed creations.

The cake can be decorated with edible stars, planets, and even astronaut figures to create a truly immersive experience for the guests.

To explore more space themed cake ideas, be sure to watch this video till the end.

Space party games and activities can add an extra layer of fun to any space themed party.

Here, we are presenting some ideas for games and activities to entertain your young space enthusiasts. However, we have even more options available in our article, 16 Space Party Games That Are Out Of This World.

15. Space Party Games For 5-to-7-year-olds

Alien Tag

Play a game of tag where one person is the “alien” and everyone else has to run away from them. If the alien tags someone, they become the alien and the game continues.

Rocket Ship Relay

Divide the children into teams and set up a relay race where each team has to run to a designated point, touch it, and come back. The team to finish the relay first wins.

Pin the Mask on the Astronaut

A space themed twist on the classic game of Pin the Tail on the Donkey. Blindfold the child and ask them to pin the mask on the astronaut.

Asteroid Toss

Have children toss bean bags or small balls at targets painted to look like asteroids or planets. Award points for hitting targets and keep score to determine the winner.

Moonwalk

Play some music and have the children dance while pretending to be walking on the moon. Encourage them to take big, bouncy steps and make the dance party out of this world! As you stop the music they have to freeze.

16. Space Party Games For 8-to-10-year-olds

Asteroid Dodgeball

Using foam balls, the kids can play a game of dodgeball in a designated area.

Name That Space Object

Play a trivia game where kids have to guess the names of different space objects, such as planets, moons, and stars. For space trivia questions and answers check 100 Space Trivia Questions And Answers For Kids.

Solar System Scavenger Hunt

Hide pictures of the planets and other space-themed objects around the party area, and have the kids search for them.

Space Crafts

Set up a craft station where kids can create their space-themed crafts, such as making their galaxy slime or designing their planet.

Astronaut Training Course

Set up an obstacle course with tasks such as crawling through tunnels, balancing on beams, and jumping over “asteroids.”

In our other article about space party games you can find what you need for more space themes games, how to play and variations to make them easier or harder to play.

17. Spaceship Bounce House

Getting a spaceship bounce house at a kid’s space party is an excellent idea to keep the young ones entertained and engaged. Check out 6 Thrilling Bounce House Games For A Kids’ Party to make the best out of your inflatable.

Rent a spaceship bounce house from a local party rental company, and set it up in the backyard or any other appropriate space for the party. Just google “space themed bounce house near me”.

Here’s all you need to know before you rent a bounce house: 17 Expert Tips For A Bounce House Kids’ Party.

18. Rocket Piñata

A rocket pinata adds an extra element of excitement to a space themed party, and it’s a great way to keep kids entertained and engaged. You can fill the pinata with space themed treats, such as astronaut ice cream, star-shaped candies, and cosmic lollipops.

There’s also this cute astronaut piñata kit available.

You can do your piñata by following our article: The Quick A To Z Guide For Your Kid’s Party Pinata.

Discover everything you need to know about piñatas, from creating larger ones to ensuring the safety of your little guests.

One of the most exciting aspects of any party is the party favors, and a space-themed party is no exception. Space party favors can be a fun and creative way to thank your guests for coming and provide them with a special memento of the event.

19. Space Party Favor Box

A space party favor box is a great way to provide guests with a fun and memorable experience at a space-themed party in which you can include a mix of stuff such as keychains, necklaces, stampers, stickers, stress balls, and slap bracelets.

20. Galaxy Slime Cups

The exclusive formula of these Galaxy Slime Cups provides a unique playing experience with super stretchy, soft, and non-sticky slime. Parents can have confidence in its non-toxic and 100% safe ingredients.

21. NASA Wristbands

NASA wristbands make great party favors for a space themed event, allowing kids to show off their love for space even after the party is over.

Conclusion To Space Birthday Party: 21 Ideas To Make It Extravagant

In conclusion, a space birthday party is an excellent way to celebrate your child’s special day. With these 21 outer space party ideas, you can throw a galaxy space themed party that is sure to impress your young space enthusiasts and create memories that will last a lifetime. From space themed decorations to games and activities, a space themed birthday party is the perfect way to take your child’s imagination on an interstellar journey.

So don’t wait any longer, start planning your space themed party today and give your child a celebration they will never forget.

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