Summer is a great time for a birthday party. School is out, the sun is shining, and the weather is amazing! Take advantage of the beautiful summer days with these five summer birthday party ideas for kids.

Bonfire Bash

Bonfires are a staple of summer fun. You can roast hotdogs for dinner and grab a bag of marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate to settle down for some delicious s’mores to snack on. You can even have the partygoers camp around the bonfire to make an entire night’s worth of fun!

Fun in the Sun

Another great summer birthday party idea is to spend a day at the pool, on the beach, or at your favorite water park! Soak up the sun as you celebrate the birthday boy or girl. The water will keep partygoers busy, and there are tons of fun water and beach games for everyone to enjoy. Just don’t forget the sunscreen!

Ice Cream Social

Nothing screams summer quite like ice cream. That’s why this summer birthday party idea is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Set up a sundae bar and let partygoers choose their favorite ice cream flavors and toppings. It makes dessert for the birthday party a snap and ensures that everyone will get a treat they like. Everyone will be thanking you for your cool idea on a hot summer day.

Nature Walk

Want the kids to get a little active during the birthday festivities? Have partygoers explore nature! Lead a hike through your favorite park or beach and enjoy your surroundings, or plan a scavenger hunt that gets kids moving and exploring outside. You can even keep the party outside for lunch by packing a nice picnic everyone can enjoy!

Paint Party

This summer birthday party idea might get a little messy, but that’s half the fun! Gather fresh paints of all colors, paint brushes, water, and something to paint on. This can be canvases, wooden letters, pieces of paper, or anything else you think would be fun to paint. Hosting it outside in the nice summer weather will help make sure you keep the paint out of the house and off of anything important. Don’t forget to have partygoers bring clothes they don’t mind getting dirty, and let the paint fly!

These summer birthday party ideas for kids are sure to help you throw a fun and exciting celebration. Talk with the birthday boy or girl in your life to starting planning a party they’ll never forget!

No matter what you decide to do for your next birthday party, Midwest Rentals is glad to help!  Visit our website for a full view of our expanding party supply inventory, or visit us on Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest for party planning tips.