10th Birthday Party Ideas (12 Ideas for a Fun 10th Party)

An exciting age for many children is when they turn ten. There is something special about being two “whole hands” old and it is an age they often look forward to. Although ten-year-olds are considered tweens, some may still be young in nature while others may have suddenly become more mature. When it comes to celebrating your child turning double digits, here are 10 exciting ones^th birthday party ideas to consider.

10th Birthday Party Ideas That Kids Love

When brainstorming your birthday party, ask your birthday boy or girl what they want to do and who they want to bring. This will help determine which route to take. This age is very independent and party hours can range from a few hours to the whole day or night, so the ideas are endless!

1. Cooking Class

This is a great idea if your child is interested in cooking and would enjoy learning more techniques and recipes. First, check out local organizations that offer on-site cooking classes. Second, if that’s not an option, investigate online classes where a chef can teach via Zoom or even consider coming to your home to teach in person. Finally, gather the necessary ingredients, hand out aprons and cook! Leftovers can also make a great party favor!

2. Sleepover

If the party consists of several friends, than a sleepover party can be a good option to celebrate. Sleepovers are ideal with small groups so don’t need a lot of space. And it will be a better bonding experience with some close friends. Set up the sleepover zone in a living room, basement or even outside in a tent. Make sure you plan for dinner, breakfast and plenty of snacks too. Our healthy party foods for kids have some great ideas. For things to do at a sleepover that kids will love, check out our post here for more exciting ideas.

3. Harry Potter theme

If your child is a “Potterhead”, another one of our 10^th birthday party ideas are to throw a Harry Potter party! Take inspiration from these wonderful books by making your space charming with fake hanging lights. Guests can drink Butterbeer under them. To keep with the theme, use a sorting hat to see who belongs in which house and then play some friendly games as teams. Give each wizard a wand to take home and have fun!

4. Spa Party

An additional way to celebrate turning the big 1-0 is by having a spa party! Being pampered is always nice and your child and his guests will feel very relaxed and special after some TLC. One idea is to take the group to a professional spa for mani-pedis or you can bring the spa with you. There are so many spa party ideas for you to implement yourself as well. Don’t forget a face mask!

5. Karaoke

Does your child love to belt out a tune or pretend they’re on stage? If so, a karaoke party might be the perfect choice for a 10^th birthday party! Even if you don’t have a proper karaoke machine, you can still have guests take turns singing the songs. For added fun, let party goers dress up in fancy costumes and prepare dance routines. Another idea is to choose songs related to a certain theme like Disney or hits from the 1990’s. No matter what song everyone sings, there are sure to be epic performances!

6. Escape Room Game

An escape game is a very fun idea and easy to do here Egyptian themed Escape Room Kit that will turn your living room into ancient Egypt! Setting up is very easy. The first step is to download the game kit and print the clue cards as standard 4×6 photos. or you can print the game on normal paper. Before the party, follow the step-by-step instructions to place the clues around your home and garden. When the kids arrive, everything is ready to go and set up, so there’s no need to stress about doing everything at once. Good luck escaping!

7. Movie Night

Do you have a movie buff for a kid? If this is the case, pop the popcorn and plan a movie night! Invitations can be designed like movie tickets that set the scene. You can set up a small concession stand with drinks, chocolates, candy and of course pop corn for your guests to enjoy. Make sure you create a super comfortable space for everyone to sit with throw pillows, chairs and blankets.

For warmer weather days, consider hosting it in the back yard. Set up a screen or white sheet and use a projector to show the movie. In short, the party is sure to get two thumbs up!

And if you have a movie theater nearby, consider getting a small group of friends to see the latest kids’ movie instead.

8. Craft Party

A craft party is perfect for anyone who loves DIY or just being creative. Consider the skill level of the attendees and determine what project(s) your birthday party will want to do with their friends. Next, gather the necessary supplies for everyone. From jewelry making, to canvas painting, to making bird houses to making paper crafts, ideas abound. Be happy!

9. Laser Tag

Laser tag is a great option for a birthday party for any kid who loves video games but is also active. Guests will have fun running around the glow in the dark facility trying to tag each other with the laser beams. Play as teams or as individuals and see who has the highest score at the end! Many laser tag companies do birthday party packages so check that out as well and think about your code name.

10. Treasure Hunt

A treasure hunt can take a while to set up, but it’s a great game that usually takes up a little time at a kids’ party. Set your clues and encourage your guests to work in teams to solve them. You can theme it to your party and have prizes for the winners.

11. Scavenger hunt

Similar to a treasure hunt, but in a scavenger hunt, guests are given a list of things to find. It works well in an outdoor party setting, for example in a garden, park or woodland. You can use a nature inspired theme so that guests can hunt for all kinds of goodies. Put your guests in groups of 3 or 4 and let them know their list of what to look for. The winning team is the first to return with all the items found.

12. Tea Party

Combine a classic tea party with some fun kids party games for a good old fashioned afternoon tea event that your ten year old will love!

10th Birthday Party Ideas Conclusion

In summary, being ten is a very special age, so we hope it’s 10^th Birthday party ideas give you some inspiration on how to celebrate. Whether you do something grand or keep it small and intimate, your 10-year-old will remember this day for years to come. For more party ideas check out our other blog posts. Have fun starting a new decade with your child!

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