Throwing a Magical Mermaid Party Your Little One Will Never Forget!

Ready to throw a party that will make your little mermaid’s dreams come true? If your daughter is enchanted by all things under the sea, dive into these fun and easy ideas that will make you the ultimate party-planning pro!

Mermaid food table and archway

Food Ideas to Make a Splash:

1. Dinglehopper Pops: Inspired by the classic "Little Mermaid," these cake pops are dipped in vibrant candy melts and sprinkled with edible glitter. They’re sweet, colorful, and just a bit magical.

2. Clam Shells: Stack vanilla wafers with a bit of icing and top them off with pearl candy. It's like finding a pearl in an oyster—only tastier!

3. Driftwood: Pretzel sticks are your best friend here. Dip them in melted chocolate for a sweet treat that’s almost as salty as the sea.

4. Seashell Pasta: Cook up some pasta shells and toss them in Italian dressing. It’s simple, easy, and perfect for hungry sea creatures.

5. Starfish Sandwiches: Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to transform PB&J into adorable starfish sandwiches. These are fun to eat and even more fun to make!

6. Fish and Chips: Serve up goldfish crackers and potato chips for a snack that’s both playful and perfect for munching between party games.

7. Seaweed Dip: Whip up some guacamole and call it “seaweed dip.” Pair it with chips or veggie sticks for a healthy snack that’s also a little bit cheeky.

8. Sea Snails: Pigs in a blanket get a maritime makeover. Wrap little sausages in crescent roll dough and bake them up as sea snails!

Splash-Tastic Activities:

1. Mermaid Potato Sacks: Turn the classic sack race into a mermaid-themed hopping good time. Decorate the sacks with mermaid tails and let the kids bounce their way to victory.

2. Pin the Tail on the Mermaid: A sea-themed twist on a party classic. Blindfold the kids and let them pin mermaid tails on the poster—guaranteed giggles included.

3. Musical Chairs: Add a touch of underwater fun by playing mermaid tunes. The kids will dance and dash around, all while you get to enjoy their adorable moves.

4. Mermaid Sand Art: Set up a sand art station with colorful sand and small jars. Let the kids craft their own sandy masterpieces. Bonus: They get to take home their creations as party favors!

5. Treasure Hunt: Channel your inner pirate and set up a treasure hunt with these clues:

- Clue #1: “Clue number 1 is kind of fun, where would you go to greet someone?”

- Clue #2: “Clue number 2 is even better, where would you go if you got a letter?”

- Clue #3: “Look for the tree so big and tall, where leaves dance and shadows fall.”

- Clue #4: “Find where cars go in and out, near the big door, without a doubt.”

- Clue #5: “Swing high and low, where the breeze does blow, look nearby where fun can grow.” (Use a swing or just a favorite play spot.)

- Clue #6: “Head to the dock where water shines bright, find the box with treasure inside!” (No dock? Just hide the treasure somewhere fun! Our treasure included bead necklaces and chocolate coins.)

6. Mermaid Bean Bag Toss: We bought a mermaid themed bean bag toss game, but it only came with the fabric and bean bags. We had to put together some PVC pipes to hold it up and have it stand on its own. You could either buy one of these from Oriental Trading Company or just create something of your own.

Decorations and Extras:

We snagged all our decorations from Oriental Trading Company and Amazon. From mermaid balloons to glittery tablecloths, these sites have everything you need to create a splashy underwater world. Oh, and we even had a bounce house—because what’s a mermaid party without a bit of bouncing around?

Photo props:

We also bought these super cute photo props to take group photos and make cute memories.

So, grab your seashells and get ready for a party that’ll have everyone singing “Under the Sea” and making waves of fun. Your little mermaid’s big day is about to get even more magical! 🧜‍♀️✨