By: Bernice Maune

Tweens love to stand out from the crowd and the best way to have them become the talk of the town is by throwing a super cool birthday party.

Make your tween’s next party a fun and exciting celebration which will keep them entertained and with loads of memories to look back on.

Be creative and customise our list of awesome party ideas by incorporating your tween’s favourite superhero or cartoon character. Add their favourite colour or make it a secretive affair by leaving clues all over the house for your tween to decode what type of party they will have.

Just remember to think fun and your tween will be the talk of his class for having hosted an original party.

Here’s our list of interactive party ideas for tweens

Country theme

Ask your child to pick a country on a map. If they pick the North Pole for example, that can be the theme of the party. This works especially well if your child was born in winter. They can ask guests to dress up as snowmen and wear furry coats, boots and jackets. Create a winter wonderland theme for them and their own personal igloo using a tent. Go crazy with this theme and have your tween and friends play fishing games as if they have to hunt for their own food.

Talent contest theme

Have a talent contest as the theme of a party. Get your tween to ask their friends to showcase their talent and come prepared to perform on a set-up stage. There can be a judging panel who will score each contestant just like on Idols. Prepare prizes and go glam with a red carpet, mics and photographer to capture every exciting yet special moment.

Mai tai or Karate theme

Set your child’s party up in a gym or karate class. Arrange karate outfits for everyone together with different coloured belts. Set-up a self-defence class for party attendees so that they can learn how to defend themselves while having fun.

 

Spa day

Host the birthday party at a spa where all the guests will receive a massage and full on pampering session. This is perfect for a group of girls who want to bond and chat over manicures and pedicures.

Adventure galore

Schedule a ziplining tour and request the guests to wear overalls and hard hats. The tour can feature a surprise at each stop and treats for everyone as a reward for completing each tour. Just ensure to add safety precautions or ask each child to sign an indemnity form though zipline tours are generally safe and child friendly.

Planning a party for your child doesn’t have to be a bore or a tedious process. Include your someone who really knows your tween well like a friend from school if you are planning a surprise party or ask them to expand on the suggestions above if they would like to be involved