How to host Disney movie inspired kid birthday parties! These 68 Disney Movie themes include the most beloved characters like Cars, Fantasia, Finding Nemo, Enchanted, Mickey Mouse, Phineas and Ferb, Toy Story and more.
These outrageous kid parties are so creative and include cakes, clever food ideas, free printables, party favors, and even entertaining games.
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Disney Movie Inspired Parties
1. 101 Dalmatians ~ Throw a burning hot birthday bash your little firefighter will never forget with our firefighter birthday party ideas by Ven’s Paperie!
2. Alice in Wonderland ~ The decorations and setting by Little Miss Mama are hands down AMAZING! Everyone came dressed in character to the party and enjoyed tea sandwiches, scones and sweets. Of course, not to be forgotten, an assortment of tea!
3. Alice in Wonderland ~ Down the rabbit hole with this absolutely adorable Alice in Wonderland tea inspired party by Seven Clown Circus! There is an abundance of creative and budget friendly decorating ideas to get your party planning started. The Tip Junkie Creative Community has over 16 Alice in Wonderland crafts, parties, and tutorials to help make your party amazing.
4. Ariel ~ If you are lucky enough to live by the ocean, you should definitely consider this mermaid themed birthday party by One Charming Party. Those crowns are A-MAZING!
5. Aristocats ~ An adorable blue and pink cat party that’s sure to please any fan of the Aristocats. *Update: this blog link is no longer available, but thought you might like this party by Loralee Lewis. The Tip Junkie Creative Community has over 30 cat crafts to help you create a fabulous party for your little one.
6. Bambi ~ An adorable Bambi cake by Cakes by Rose that is perfect for a Disney Bambi birthday party. If you’re looking for more ideas, you can also use any of the themes in this post and just use Deer instead of the character.
7. Belle ~ This is such an over-the-top birthday party by I Heart Sugar Sugar with a re-creation of Bella’s town, dressing room, and even darling balloon castle towers.
8. Captain America ~ This Captain America cake by Me and My Insanity is patriotic inside and out. Check out the great cake and the really fun punch that she made for this Captain America party.
9. Cars ~ It was so easy and make a dramatic difference with little effort and time. Just get a dark rich black table cloth and place bright yellow pieces of paper creating a road. Wants & Wishes attached them with double stick tape. The Tip Junkie Creative Community has tons of Cars crafts, parties, and tutorials to help make your party amazing.
10. Cinderella ~ This is such an over the top Cinderella birthday party that I couldn’t help but show you. *Update: this blog link is no longer available, but here’s another Cinderella party by Tinsel Box I think you’ll love. So, here’s Cinderella Glass Slipper Ball that’s not so over the top and had some really fun ideas as well.
11. Despicable Me ~ This Minions party by Living Locurto has all of your party needs covered with handmade ideas. Fun food, decorations and games. {wink} Tons of ideas!
12. Disney World Magic Kingdom ~ It’s a small world after all – A magical birthday party by Lansdowne Life for a Disney World-loving three year old! There are loads of handmade decorations and details!
13. Doc McStuffins ~ The Doc is in and she will fix you up with these fantastic party ideas from The Partiologist! Learn how to make adorable bandaid cupcakes with rolled fondant as well as bandaid treat bags. There are also free printable cupcake toppers and treat bag tags.
14. Doctor Strange ~ Learn how to make this super cool Doctor Strange cake by Ashlee Marie using her video tutorial.
15. Dumbo ~ An adorable vintage teal and pink elephant birthday party by Little Pumpkin Grace that your Dumbo movie goer will enjoy.
16. Emoji ~ Inspired by the popular emoji faces, this party by Wants & Wishes is sure to have many “likes” from boys and girls. There’s so much more that you don’t want to miss. #love #bday
17. Enchanted ~ With paper flowers and butterflies all over the place this Enchanted party by Invite Me is just that… Enchanted. If you’d like more Butterfly crafts to re-create this Enchanted party the Tip Junkie Creative Community has almost 50 of them. {squeal}
18. Finding Dory ~ Kid Friendly Things to Do shares their tutorial to transform a water dispenser into an adorable Dory drink.
19. Finding Nemo ~ An under the sea party by Babyology embellished with orange and white clown fish and fun Nemo details. 28 Under the Sea crafts, parties, and tutorials to help you prepare for your Nemo party.
20. Frozen ~ Need a super easy and cute invite for your next Frozen birthday party? Come check out these unique invitations by Not So Idle Hands with a yummy surprise inside!
21. Gnomeo and Juliet ~ Gnomes never looked so chic than in this amazing vintage party by Picklebelle.
22. Haunted Mansion ~ Gothic style text on an antiqued paper background for all of the paper goods. Spooky bats, skulls, and spiders adorn the items to create a great Haunted Mansion party by Kara’s Party Ideas.
23. Hocus Pocus ~ A magic party by Moore Minutes that’s sure to please any Hocus Pocus movie fan. Check over on the Tip Junkie Community for there are 41 Magic crafts and tutorials to help you plan the coolest Hocus Pocus party.
24. Incredibles ~ A darling home party by Bee in Our Bonnet with fun paper crafts, labels, and darling party favors.
25. It’s a Small World ~ With handmade stuffed dolls, paper sacks, and stickers for the party hats Nested went above and beyond with her home party and how to turn vector images into a great party theme.
26. Jake and the Neverland Pirates ~ Design a fun pirate party for your little one. Here are unique ideas by That Cute Little Cake for pirate party food, decor, games, and more. Look at all these ideas if ye dare!
27. Jasmine ~ A dessert bar that was one part royalty, one part princess jasmine and two parts glam, you’ll love learning about all the party details by Be Inspired Mama.
28. Jungle Book ~ I just adore the palm trees on this dessert table. Grey Grey Designs gives directions on how to make them yourself which makes this Jungle Book party a forest feel.
29. Lady and the Tramp ~ How cute is this home Puppy party by Juicy Bits with dog bowls and lotsa paw prints. It’s not exactly a Lady and the Tramp party, but it has so many fun elements that I couldn’t help but show it to you. Be sure to check over on the Tip Junkie Creative Community at the 54 dog craft, party, and tutorials to help you plan your own Lady and the Tramp party.
30. Lilo & Stitch ~ This cake is so impressive and all of the cool Stitch animals make this party festive and fun for the kids. *Update: this blog link is no longer available, but thought you’d like this other Lilo & Stitch party by Catch My Party.
31. Lion King ~ This fun safari themed birthday party by Grey Grey Designs is full of animal prints and jungled theme treats that are easy to recreated for a Safari birthday bash of your own. There are 13 Safari crafts, tutorials, and party ideas to help you plan your own Lion King party over on the Tip Junkie creative community.
32. Little Mermaid ~ This is such an adorable party by Party Pops with fish and mermaid details that your daughter will love. My favorite was the mermaid bean bag toss. So cute! Here are 11 more Mermaid crafts, parties, and tutorials over on the Tip Junkie creative community to help you plan your party.
33. Maleficent ~ “Don’t be afraid. I am not afraid.” You won’t be afraid when you feast your eyes upon this gorgeous dessert table by Michelle’s Party Plan It that features Maleficent silhouettes and black lace in a purple and black color palette.
34. Mary Poppins ~ This party is so fun with games that included Pin the Bowtie on the Penguin, Tuppence Toss, created in the fashion of a boardwalk-style penny toss, and the Spoonful of Sugar Relay Race where the children raced to fill a tea cup full of sugar using soup spoons. *Update: this blog link is no longer available, but thought you might like this Mary Poppins party by Baby Lifestyles.
35. Mickey Mouse ~ Wrapping paper is used by Oopsey Daisy as a great source for decor and there are 3 types of wrapping paper in this photo. There are 26 Mickey crafts, tutorials, and parties over on the Tip Junkie creative community to help you plan your party.
36. Minnie Mouse ~ This is one amazing party in pink and black with Mickey ears and lots of love in the details. *Update: this blog post is no longer available, but thought you’d love this Minnie Mouse centerpieces by Simply Being Abby.
37. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse ~ I love the primary colors and decorating details in this Mickey Mouse Clubhouse birthday party by Lulu and June Bug.
38. Decorate your Mickey or Minnie party with these totally adorable Mickey and Minnie gift bags from 5-Minute Crafts.
39. Monsters, Inc. ~ With a huge wall with the outlines of the monsters the kids get to color. Nounces Design said it was definitely the hit of the party. Be sure to check out the 81 Monster crafts over on the Tip Junkie Creative Community to help you plan your party and add a few details that make it pop.
40. Mulan ~ Here is a darling little girl Chinese inspired birthday party by Hula Seventy that would work great for a Princess Mulan birthday party.
41. Chronicles of Narnia ~ Dazzle your party guests with this breathtaking winter wonderland party by Little Big Co.! The presence of ice (mirrors) and falling snow from a snow machine will transport you back in time to the land of Narnia. The exquisite winter themed desserts will leave you speechless.
42. Parent Trap ~ A fun camp-themed backyard birthday party by Dukes & Ducheses with lots of homemade details. The campfire cupcakes were a big hit! There are 45 Camp crafts, tutorials, and parties to help you make your Parent Trap party fun for birthday kid.
43. Paw Patrol ~ The blue, red and white decor by Little Wish Parties is fabulous in this paw patrol party that doesn’t skimp in any detail. Browse through the images to get ideas for cake, cookies, cake pops, popcorn cones, decorating, and more.
44. Percy Jackson ~ Party guests are invited to Camp Half-Blood for a day of warrior training. Once they arrive they are divided into teams and begin their sword training, archery and obstacles courses. A super birthday party by Stitch Craft.
45. Peter Pan ~ This home party by Mer Mag is just adorable with green pennant banners and Peter Pan hats and feather details everywhere. Here’s another Peter Pan home party by Oh Happy Day that has some really cute details in it, be sure to check out the Peter silhouette above the TV. {snicker}
46. Pete’s Dragon ~ You’d be amazed by all of the incredible things you can make with paper plates and just how much fun kids have being creative. And, now that the new Pete’s Dragon movie is out, this dragon paper plate puppet makes a fun Elliot inspired puppet.
47. Phineas and Ferb ~ An incredible birthday party with Phineas and Ferb characters everywhere. There are so many incredible details that any fan would adore. *Update: this blog link is no longer available, but thought you might like this Phineas and Ferb home party by One Lucky Pickle.
48. Pinocchio ~ Wow your guests with these unique Pinocchio centerpieces. This jointed wooden Pinocchio stands tall on a red box and features your child’s name in wooden letters. This isn’t free, but it’s the closest Pinocchio party I could find for ya. {wink} *Update: this blog link is no longer available, but here’s another Pinocchio party by Lettuce & Co. that I think you’ll love.
49. Pirates of the Caribbean ~ Are you ready mateys? Here’s a party by Pizzazzerie with amazing pirate treats, walk the plank sign, and ship details that your little pirate will love.
50. Pocahontas ~ Dear Lizzy shows us that creating a tent like this is such a darling touch if you’re wanting to host a princess Pocahontas party.
51. Princess ~ Birthday party for two adult girls done in a Shabby Chic style by A Little Cuppa Tea. Pink and neutrals set the stage for this elegant outdoor party. Strawberry fields themed dinner and dessert table. Includes how to make the decorations and recipes! This would also make for a beautiful bridal or baby shower. The Tip Junkie Creative Community has 81 Princess crafts to make your Disney Princess party even more fabulous! 33 Gorgeous Fairy & The Princess Birthdays ~ They contain fairy and princess cakes, clever food ideas, free printables, party favors, and even entertaining princess party games. They are so beautiful and their individual elements will bring fun detail to any party.
52. Princess and the Frog ~ Be sure to check out the circle garland and hanging balls by Beth Kruse as decor and for part of the girls’ favor, they got to create their own cookie mix. There are 21 frog crafts and 81 Princess crafts to help you plan your Princess and the Frog party with pictured tutorials on how to make.
53. R2D2 ~ Homemade by Jill transforms a water dispenser into R2D2 with paper. It’s pure genius!
54. Race Car ~ Fara Party Design prepared this Racing cars party and integrated some of McQueen elements and he loved it! The checkered flag was our inspiration and used it in almost everything. We went a little bit creative with the candy selection, trying to use some cars elements, like the donuts as wheels, ice tea as diesel and using all the red candy we could find. At the end everything look beautiful and the kids love it.
55. Ratatouille ~ I just adore all of the paper crafts in this party. With the paper cooking pans, to the paper characters, and Eiffel tower, this house was completely transformed into Ratatouille-villa. *Update: this blog link is no longer available, but here’s a cute chef party by Anders Ruff you’ll love.
56. Robin Hood ~ How fun is this adorable home Robin Hood Party by Tout Mon Amore with target cookies, tree cake, and so many fun forest details.
57. Rocketeer ~ I couldn’t find a Rocketeer party but this Rocket birthday party by Sweet Rose Studio is out of this world. {snicker} Using coordinating fabric for the table runners and 12 x 12 sheets of scrapbook paper on hand as placemats the decor is easy-peasy and inexpensive! There are 17 Rocket crafts over on the Tip Junkie Creative Community to add some fun details into your Rocketeer party.
58. Sleeping Beauty ~ A collection of pictures from an impressive Sleeping Beauty birthday party by Danielle Seals that will blow your mind. I love the dragon shields.
59. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs ~ This party by Paging Super Mom looks like so much fun with games like Seven Dwarf Ring Toss, Dwarfs Mine Treasure Hunt., Wishing Well Coin Toss Game, and darling Whistle while you work party favors.
60. Star Wars ~ May the force be with you! This Spaceships and Laser Beams post features some great Star Wars party themed food. Some of my favorites include Yoda Soda, Wookie Water, Jedi Juice, Palpatine Pizza, Wookie Cookies, Vader Veggies, Deathstar Donuts and Chewbacca Chips. She also featured some great games you can incorporate into this theme.
61. Swiss Family Robinson ~ You’ll see tons of details for the invites, searching for treasure, coconut cannonballs, and be sure to check out the treasure map quesadillas by Being LDS.
62. Tangled ~ A Tangled birthday party by Love the Day with lots of fun party food. From the Rapunzel braid sandwich to the donut tower, your guests will ooh and aah over how cute the food is until they eat it all.
The Tip Junkie Creative Community has 15 Tangled crafts, party ideas, and tutorials to help you plan your Rapunzel party.
63. Tarzan ~ How to turn your family room into a jungle for $6 by Completely Type A. There are 16 Jungle crafts and tutorials to help you make your Tarzan party extra special.
64. Tinkerbell ~ These table settings by Party Wishes consist of petalled placemats, pink 10′ plates, doily, and then a Tinkerbell 6″ plate. I made the butterfly napkin rings and each child had a ceramic tea cup and shared a tea pot filled with lemonade.
65. Toy Story ~ This party details all of the vendors to re-create your own Toy Story birthday party theme. It’s amazing. *Update: this blog link is no longer available, but here’s another cute Toy Story party idea by Oopsey Daisy. Here’s a Woody Wild West party that has a vintage feel and a more homemade party that’s not as over the top. {wink} The Tip Junkie Creative Community has 23 Toy Story crafts, parties, and tutorials that will help make your party super fab.
66. UP! ~ A backyard UP! Themed birthday party by Wendy Updegraff that’s so adorable and fun for a boy or girl and perfect for any age of person who loves to enjoy life.
67. WALL-E ~ A great home party by Mama Mel Loves with activities like how to create your own robots, robot masks, and a great cake. Here are some darling WALL-E cupcakes by Good Eats that you also might like.
68. Winnie-the-Pooh ~ This ‘hunny’ cake by Handmade by Meg K is so amazing made with a beehive pan from Williams Sonoma with frosting graciously poured over the top and sugar bees for decorations.
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Lora says
These are really cute, but the Hocus Pocus theme has absolutely nothing to do with the movie of the same name! I got really excited when I saw the movie listed, then really disappointed with the magic theme of the party.
Katie {Sweet Rose Studio} says
Thank you SO much Laurie for featuring my son’s Rocket Party!
Sey says
Great collection of ideas! I do have one correction though, Gnomeo & Juliet is not Disney (though cute). There are some really great decorating ideas here.
Amber @ Recipes We Love says
Love these! Especially the cinderalla and nemo cups! I think I love Disney movies as much as my kids do!
Birthday supplies says
These are great ideas!!!! I love the Incredible’s and Mulan themes!!! 😀