Ultimate Guide to Throwing a Pokémon Birthday Party

Are you planning a Pokémon-themed birthday party? Whether your child is a die-hard Pikachu fan or obsessed with catching them all, this guide will help you create an unforgettable Pokémon celebration! From decorations and activities to party favors and food ideas, we’ve got everything you need to make your Pokémon party a success.

Invitations: Catch ‘Em All!

Start the excitement early with Pokémon-themed invitations! You can:

DIY Pokémon Card Invitations – Design invitations that look like Pokémon cards featuring your child as a Pokémon Trainer.
Printable Digital Invitations – Instantly download customizable Pokémon birthday invites. Check out our Pokémon Card Birthday Invitation for an easy-to-edit, personalized option.
Poké Ball Invitations – Create round invites that look like Poké Balls.

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Pokémon Party Decorations

Transform your party space into a Pokémon training ground with these fun decorations:

Poké Ball Balloons – Use red, white, and black balloons to resemble Poké Balls.
Table Covers & Backdrops – Get Pokémon-themed tableware and a backdrop featuring Ash, Pikachu, and other favorites.
Pokémon Birthday Photo Frame – Set up a photo booth where kids can take pictures as Pokémon Trainers. Get yours here!
Pokémon Centerpieces – Print and cut out Pokémon characters to place on tables.
DIY Pokémon Banners – Create banners with phrases like "Happy Birthday, Trainer [Child's Name]!"

Pokémon Party Activities & Games

Keep the kids entertained with these Pokémon-inspired games:

1. Poké Ball Scavenger Hunt

Hide small red and white balls (Poké Balls) around the party area.
Give kids clues to find and "catch" them.
Fill the Poké Balls with small Pokémon toys or candy.

2. Pin the Tail on Pikachu

Print a large Pikachu image.
Have kids try to pin (or stick) Pikachu’s tail in the right spot while blindfolded.

3. Pokémon Trainer Obstacle Course

Set up an obstacle course where kids must "train" like Pokémon Trainers by jumping, crawling, and running through different challenges.

4. Pokémon Trading Card Station

Set up a Pokémon trading card table where kids can swap cards and show off their collections.

5. Catch the Pokémon

Have an adult dress up as a Pokémon, and let the kids try to “catch” them with soft foam balls (Poké Balls).

Pokémon-Themed Food & Snacks

Make your party menu fun and Pokémon-themed!

Poké Ball Pizza – Use pepperoni and mozzarella to create a Poké Ball design.
Pikachu Cupcakes – Decorate cupcakes with yellow frosting and Pikachu faces.
Poké Ball Fruit Platter – Arrange strawberries (red), marshmallows (white), and blueberries (black line) in a Poké Ball shape.
Charmander Flame Chips – Serve spicy chips or Cheetos.
Squirtle’s Blue Punch – Make a blue-colored fruit punch for a refreshing drink.

Pokémon Party Favors

Send guests home with Pokémon-themed goodies:

Pokémon Mini Figures
Poké Ball Keychains
Personalized Pokémon Cards with each child’s name
Stickers & Temporary Tattoos
Pokémon-Themed Candy Bags

Final Tips for the Best Pokémon Birthday Party

Dress Up! – Have the birthday child wear an Ash Ketchum outfit or Pikachu ears.
Background Music – Play Pokémon theme songs and sound effects.
Photo Booth Fun – Set up a Pokémon-themed photo frame for great pictures. Check it out here!