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Best Winter Birthday Party ideas for Girls

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Here are our favourite winter birthday party themes and ideas for girls, plus cute decor ideas and decorations for an indoor birthday party when it's cold, rainy or snowy outdoors - plus December birthday party ideas and themes for the holidays, January birthday party themes for girls plus February birthday party themes ideas that are too cute - as well as fun party favours and games and activities that work well for an indoor party! 



Best winter birthday themes for girls


1. A ski on over theme 

This is a fun and unique theme that would be well suited to the colder months! 


2. A nutcracker ballet theme 

A really cute theme that would be just right for the holidays or for winter! 


3. A swan theme 

Think Swan Lake with this adorable wintry theme! You could even include some cute ballet inspired party touches, such as some pretty tulle decorations - try a SwOne birthday pun for a first birthday - or you could theme it 'Prima Ballerina' or Twirl in to Two!  

Swan jumbo cake topper πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


Pretty swan crown party straws πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


4. A pancakes and waffles theme 

Make an adorable winter brunch party spread for guests, or even a waffles stall with all of the toppings! You could set up some chalkboard style party signs and some cosy cafe or retro diner party decor with cute checked napkins. 


5. An ice skating theme 

This would be so sweet for a December, January or February birthday party - you could try some 'Apres ski' style decor with some cute rustic touches - try setting up some chalkboard style party signs and some rustic log serving slices to present party treats. 


Set up some chalkboard style party signs πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


6. A penguin theme 

You could theme it 'Two Happy Feet' for a 2nd birthday party - and set up a fun scavenger hunt to find the Arctic animals! You could even set up a fun 'adoption stall', where guests can adopt a plushie each of an Arctic animal, such as a penguin, polar bear, owl or arctic fox. 


7. A polar bear theme 

Another cute animal birthday party theme - you could try a bear footprint scavenger hunt and serve some polar bear paw cupcakes, with coconut shavings to create a fur effect! 


8. A nutella theme 

A unique and quirky theme for the Nutella toast lovers! You could set up some Nutella themed party treats, such as pastries and mini hazelnut chocolate tarts. 


9. A chill vibes only theme 

Think groovy, preppy vibes, but the wintry version - inspired by 'five is a vibe' with peace signs, sunglasses, butterfly motifs and preppy patterns, with a baby blue colour scheme! 


10. A love her a latte theme 

A really sweet and unique theme for a winter birthday that takes inspiration from everyone's favourite warm winter beverage. 


11. An Aristocats theme 

This adorable theme is equal parts fancy and cute, inspired by Marie of the Aristocats! 


12. A pink bow theme 

This would be a super sweet and fancy theme, if you love the look of a Marie Aristocats theme but would prefer to keep it non specific. For this theme, try making these adorable cinnamon bow shaped swirls, tie ribbons around unlit candlesticks for a pretty table display, infuse balloon displays with cute bows and try out some adorable jumbo bow party decor to make a sweet statement! 

Jumbo pink bow party decor πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


13. A moon and stars theme 

Taking inspiration from the winter sky at night, this dreamy theme is bound to be enchanting. 


14. All-yeti [age]! 

Try a really cute yeti theme - perfect if you are after something quirky and unique! 


15. A winter woodland theme 

Think enchanted woodland meets winter wonderland! You could try some cute rustic decor too a la log cabin in the wilderness and set up some rustic style chalkboard party signs and arrange party treats on some rustic log serving slices. This is a really cute gender neutral winter birthday theme that isn't too girly. 

Use wood slices to arrange party snacks πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


You could use these wooden rings as stands for party treats or to create a dreamy, rustic effect party table centerpiece. 


16. A little snowflake is turning [age]  

For this theme try a paper snowflake making and decorating activity and serve some white chocolate dipped treats, sprinkled with edible glitter - even try a beautiful white and silver macaron tower, topped and decorated with mini edible wafer snowflakes. 


17. Snow much fun to be [age] theme  

For colder weather, this pun will be sure to delight your guests and recipient alike! 


18. Ice Age [age]  

Referencing the Ice Age movie series! 


19. Soup-er excited to turn [age] 

A cute, unique and quirky winter birthday theme to impress guests - you could try a cute cosy diner setup with a cute retro theme - chalkboard effect party signs, red check napkins and party accessories and some fun party games like fast dressup - this theme fits with the winter months so well! 


20. A cosy book theme 

You could try a Chapter [age] theme or One for the Books for a first birthday - check out our favourite storybook themed birthday party ideas here! If your little one is in to reading, they will love this! 



















21. A fairytale theme 

Reference winter Disney movie nights with a cute fairytale birthday theme - you could try 'ONEce Upon a Time' or Her Royal Five-ness! 


22. A little sweetie candy theme 

Take the land of sweets as inspiration for this sweet and magical birthday theme. 


23. A winter One-derland theme 

This classic theme will always be magical for a first birthday party!  


24. A deer little One theme

A reindeer theme would be so cute for a first birthday! Think red velvet bows to adorn party decor, include some cute rustic accents and ombre neutral balloons with a pop of red - you could even try some cute activities such as face painting and pin the nose or antlers on the reindeer! 


25. She's One-deer-ful theme 

Another cute pun for a reindeer themed first birthday party! 


26. A One-derstruck theme 

You could try a magical stargazing theme, with cute references to the Aurora or Northern Lights, such as some pretty ceiling light projections, some shimmery streamers, some wintry decorations - plus try decorating party treats with edible lustre to make them shimmer and glitter! 


27. Two Happy Feet theme 

A really cute penguin theme for a 2nd birthday!  


28. An AprΓ©s Three theme 

This wintry theme is so cute and isn't too girly either - think skiing or snowboarding references, with a cute multi sign post directing guests to different party areas and a hot cocoa bar or waffles bar with all the toppings! 


29. An Enchan-thrΓ©e theme 

Try a Paris in winter theme for this darling pun!  


30. As sweet as can Three 

A candy birthday party theme - referencing the land of sweets from the Nutcracker ballet, this would be just right for winter!  

As sweet as can three 3rd birthday invitation πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


Pink candy stripe party cups πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


So sweet to be three heart bow candy invitation πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


Sweet as can be candy birthday invitation πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


It's so sweet to be three pink heart invitation πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


Pink swirl candy party plates πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


31. A Four-zen theme 

Go equal parts magical and musical and reference the Frozen movies with this wintry theme! 


32. A reach four the stars theme 

This moon and stars theme would be perfect to try! 


33. A befour the clock strikes Cinderella party theme 

Inspired by the magic of Cinderella, where the strike of the clock threatens to reverse the magic - you could try a Cinderella theme or a winter ball theme, with baby blue candlesticks tied with baby blue velvet ribbons for a table centerpiece and party desserts arranged in fancy tower formation! 


34. Vanilla five latte theme 

Inspired by the popular winter drink, vanilla chai latte. You could even create a cafe setup serving waffles with all the fall toppings, plus a milkshake/freakshake/sundae stall! 


35. Her royal five-ness

If your recipient loves fairytales, this would be such an exciting theme - they could star as a princess for the day!  


36. Sleighin' six 

A super sweet festive birthday theme for a party in the holidays! Try decorating everywhere with pretty bows, peppermints or candy canes. 

Peppermint candy cane party plates πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


Peppermint candy cane party cups πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


37. Food and flicks, she's turning six 

Why not throw a fun movie night with tons of cushions, blankets and cosy party snacks!  


38. A seventure awaits 

Think woodland cabin meets winter wonderland - all the cute rustic details. This is a really cool gender neutral 7th birthday party theme, or one that isn't too girly! 


39. Pointy ears for seven years 

A really cute elf or elven theme!  


40. Sweater eight than never 

Why not try a cute sweater theme! You could try some fun activities such as a sweater shaped cookie decorating contest or even a hilarious timed dress up game, where the person who can put on the most sweaters in the allotted time wins! This is a cute and unique theme that would be just right for a winter month birthday.  


41. Skate into eight 

An ice skating theme would work so well - try this theme for an 8th birthday party!  




Best winter themed birthday party ideas 


1. Serve some gingerbread men with bows 

A fun twist on the traditional treat for a girl birthday party! 


2. Serve some shimmery wintry cotton candy mocktails 

These cotton candy mocktails look magical! Try creating these amazing candyfloss mocktails that guests of all ages will adore! They even double as pretty decor and younger guests will adore discovering candy floss or cotton candy, as it dissolves so quickly and is so much fun to pull apart.

To make them, just pop a good amount of candyfloss in your glasses or flutes, then a sprinkle of edible shimmer in each one - then pour the liquid on top of the candyfloss to make it dissolve, so beautiful to watch and so much fun for your younger guests - and your older guests! You could even add some edible wafer snowflakes to drinks to make them extra pretty! 

Edible wafer snowflake toppers for drinks πŸ‘ˆπŸ»



3. Tie ribbons to the base of drinks 

For a fancy and elegant look! 



4. Some fun personalised drinks toppers 

These are totally edible and also work so well to decorate party treats and tailor them perfectly to the occasion, plus you can personalise them with a photo design and script of your choice to impress guests no end! 

Personalised photo edible drinks toppers πŸ‘ˆπŸ»



5. Try a winter themed sugar cookie decorating activity 

You could decorate some sweater shaped sugar cookies and even make it in to a contest! 


6. A winter wreath making activity 

This would make the perfect fairytale-esque first birthday party activity for adults! It also means they get a beautiful memento to take away with them to remind them of the occasion. 


7. Set up a winter themed afternoon tea party 

This would be so cute for all ages! You could serve some festive treats, such as mini gingerbread men, nutella pastries and green rice krispie trees. 


8. Set up a hot cocoa stall with all the toppings 

Guests will adore being able to make their own loaded hot cocoa, with toppings such as cream, all different marshmallows and sprinkles plus fun toppings to place atop the cream, such as mini soft pretzels, donuts, chocolate dipped jumbo marshmallows and curled chocolate wafers as stirrers!  


9. Play a game of fast dressup, the winter edition! 

A game of who can put the most scarves on in the fastest time will always go down a treat with guests of all ages, it's such a funny party game that will keep everyone engaged and result in some funny photos too! More winter party options include, who can wear the most coats or who can wear the most winter clothes in the time window given. 


10. Try a decorate a masquerade mask activity 

This would be so cute for a fairytale theme - each guest is given a masquerade mask to decorate - try crafting these from some cardstock and tie on ribbons so guests can wear them also! 


11. Try a decorating gingerbread hearts activity 

For guests to enjoy - referencing the huge decorated heart cookies tied with ribbons you find at winter markets. You could turn it in to a fun contest or decorate a display with them!


12. DIY a winter themed cupcake pullapart 

This will make for the best standout party display! To make this, you will need a whole set of un iced, plain cupcakes, along with some icing in a few different colours to decorate with. Choose your favourite design, such as a bobble hat, snowflake, igloo or bow. Arrange your cupcakes in your chosen formation, then layer the frosting all over the top of them, like joining the dots, ice them to create one whole shape. Then decorate with the finer details to bring it to life!


13. Tie velvet ribbons around candlesticks 

To create a dreamy wintry party table birthday centerpiece - match them in colour for a gorgeous effect! For a dreamy extra touch for the holidays, surround them with pretty wreaths/winter foliage. 


14. Set up a rustic style party message wall for guests 

So all guests can write, draw and scribble their own messages on it! You could even set up a giant chalkboard canvas that guests can decorate, with photos, drawings and messages! This would make an amazing photo backdrop for the party, for guests to take photos in front of. To create the canvas backdrop for guests to decorate, grab some black paper or cardstock and staple it to a base, such as a wall, fence or giant board made from cardboard. Provide guests with some chalks and liquid chalk markers and let them decorate to their hearts content. 


15. Try a decorate a tree ornament activity 

A make or customise your own tree decoration activity, from painting blank ornaments to making them from Fimo, felt or even homemade dough you can bake to harden. 


16. Set up a wintry donut wall 

So much fun for guests of all ages! This will also serve as cute party decor - try icing each with a cute winter themed design to fit the theme. 


17. A winter cupcake decorating activity  

With cute festive decorations! You could even make some edible 'paint' to decorate with, from powdered sugar, water and food colouring. You could even turn it in to a contest and award prizes for the most colourful, most creative, messiest and tidiest cupcake (so all guests win their own prize!)


18. Try a pretty themed pinata 

Jumbo pink bow shaped pinata πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


White gold crescent moon pinata πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


Swan with bow themed pinata πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


Jumbo swan themed pinata πŸ‘ˆπŸ»



19. Set up some winter song karaoke 

This would be so fun for a girls party! You could try songs from the Frozen movies to fit the theme - or a whole variety - an indoor party activity guests will love.  


20. Gift them a special sash or crown to wear 

To make your recipient feel like a princess on her special day! 

The birthday girl white glitter font birthday sash πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


Pink glitter snowflake birthday crown πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


White and pale pink snowflake glitter birthday crown πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


Baby pink and silver glitter birthday crown πŸ‘ˆπŸ»


Personalised velvet birthday crown (so cute!) πŸ‘ˆπŸ»



21. Watch some home movies

Of your recipient when they were younger, for cuteness overload/to share special memories - or some older footage of the family too. Watching some home movies with snacks makes for the cutest cosy get together and this is a really fun indoor birthday activity to honour your recipient. 


22. DIY some hot cocoa party favours 

Try making some hot cocoa in a tube for party favours. These make perfect cheap and easy party favours and are basically like mini hot chocolate kits that guests can put together at home, so cute! They also visually look so pretty and are inexpensive to DIY plus quick to put together. You can even order some ready made if you are short on time.   



23. Arrange some festive foliage as party table decor 

You could add some fake snow effect and entwine some pretty pink bows for a gorgeous wintry look! 



24. DIY some beautiful pennant flags for a table centerpiece 

As a cute and low cost party table centerpiece idea, why not craft some cute pretty pennant style flags from thick paper or cardstock, decorate them with birthday messages or cute phrases or quotes to match the theme, then attach them to skewers and arrange in a pretty vase with some candy. Deck them out with cute winter motifs and sequins to make them look extra pretty! 


25. Try a game of guess the peppermints 

Really cute for a first birthday party - fill a jar with some peppermints candy or similar and challenge guests to guess the correct number of items in the jar - the guest who guesses the closest wins! 


26. Try some pretty frosted effect pearlescent balloons πŸ‘ˆπŸ»

Create a beautiful snowy display with some pearlescent or frosted effect balloons! 


Pearlescent floating light helium balloons πŸ‘ˆπŸ»



27. Serve some white chocolate dipped oreos or stroopwafels

These make for the perfect wintry themed party treats and will suit every theme! You could even finish them with a sprinkle of edible glitter to decorate. 


28. Serve some white icing dipped pretzels

These are perfect for your winter themed dessert party table! You could even dip them in edible glitter to make them extra eye catching and pretty! 


29. Create a 'sign my skis' setup

Or 'sign my snowboard' - where guests can sign and enscribe their own messages! You could craft a skis or snowboard prop from cardstock. You could even set up a 'guess her age' game, by arranging photos of your recipient on the skis/snowboard display - a cute party decor and game in one! 


30. Try a paper snowflake making and decorating activity 

You could try to create some intricate designs and even host a paper craft making workshop to try making different winter inspired designs. You could even make it in to a contest! 


31. Try a winter themed paint and sip activity 

You could create a pretty winter themed still life display for guests to paint! 


32. Arrange some mini white donuts on party skewers

To look like snowmen! This is a clever party treat idea and guests can eat them fingers free! 


33. DIY some ornament party favours 

Tied with a bow! Fill them with cute candy for guests to enjoy. 


34. Arrange some pretty macarons or mini pastry puffs in tower formation 

Try using mini creme puffs or eclairs, ice them in pastel hues and arrange them in tower formation. You could even decorate your creation in mini bows or edible wafer snowflakes to make a beautiful statement display! 


35. Set up a macaron tasting activity 

You could give each guest a scorecard and get them to rate different macaron flavours. This is so much fun for guests of all ages and an elegant activity for your special occasion! 


36. Set up a cool party directions signpost 

Apres ski style! This would be so cute for any theme and can direct guests to different zones around the party space! This is super useful and also doubles as cute party decor. You could even design some pointing to fantasy wintry locations - and paint plain wooden signs with cute mini illustrations and swirly borders! 

Blank ready made signs for decorating πŸ‘ˆπŸ»

 


37. Serve miniature winter desserts

There is no cuter party dessert idea! Take some traditional winter desserts from your part of the world and create some miniatures for guests to enjoy!  


38. Serve some wintry popcorn mix 

Make some white chocolate popcorn and include some mini marshmallows, golden oreo pieces, white chocolate dipped pretzels and frosted cereal pieces. You could even package in to mini parcels to give as party favours, so cute and low cost too!  


39. Set up an arctic pet adoption stall 

Where guests can adopt their own plushie arctic pet - a super cute party favour idea! You could arrange each plushie in its own crate and even print some 'adoption certificates' for guests to fill in. 

Pup adoption crate template πŸ‘ˆπŸ»



40. DIY a display of soft pretzel party favours 

Use a doughnut wall or similar peg wall or board to display jumbo soft pretzels that guests can take home as party favours! This will double as cute decor - tie each with a pretty bow to create a beautiful display that guests will love. You could even dip them in white chocolate or icing and rainbow sprinkles, before packaging them in parcels and tying a bow to each one. 


41. Ice some jumbo gingerbread hearts for party favours 

You could ice each one with 'thank you' or with each guest's name, then thread them on ribbons and arrange them to create a beautiful display - cute party favours and party decor in one! 



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