Planning a dinosaur-themed party for kids? Take a look at the coolest ideas for decorations, printables, games, party foods, cakes and more!

When it comes to cartoon characters or books, most kids have individual interests, with some preferring one author or character over another. But there’s one thing that seems to be universally loved among kids – dinosaurs!

I’m yet to see a child who’s not at least mildly interested in dinosaurs, which makes it the perfect theme for a birthday party – it’s something everyone will enjoy!

Dinosaur-themed parties have been a classic with children for ages. There’s something about these prehistoric creatures that makes the kids so interested in them – maybe it’s because they were so huge, or because they don’t exist anymore.

Anyway, if your child’s birthday is coming up and you’re looking for a fun birthday theme, try a dinosaur-themed party. And you don’t have to empty your pockets for it – we’ve got lots of fun DIY ideas you can try!

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25 Cool Dinosaur-Themed Party Ideas for Kids

Dinosaur-Themed Party Decor Ideas

1. Rainforest Backdrop

The best way to give your party that ‘wild’ feel is to create a rainforest backdrop, like this one by Crafts by Courtney,! All you need is tropical-themed paper and you can hang your banner in front of it. Don’t miss the wooden blocks for displaying cakes and goodies!

2. Chairs with Dinosaur Tails

Dinosaur tails are surprisingly easy to make, especially if you have some basic sewing skills! You can make any kind you like, but we love this orange and green color combo from Catch My Party.

3. Green Streamers and Plants

One of the easiest ways to create a backdrop for a dinosaur-themed party is by using green streamers and lots of plants. Simply hang the streamers from the ceiling and grab all the green plants you can get your hands on!! Check out how they’ve done it over at Learn with Play at Home.

4. Dinosaur Balloons

EK Success Brands has an adorable idea for turning plain balloons into ones perfect for a dinosaur-themed party! They have a printable you can download and print, and then attach to your balloons.

5. DIY Dinosaur Piñata

No party is complete without a piñata, and The Party Ville has a dinosaur-themed one! It’s not that hard to make, and is a good idea for when you’re trying to put together all your party decor on a budget.

Dinosaur-Themed Table Decor Ideas

6. Dinosaur Trivia Cards

A dinosaur-themed party is a great opportunity for your guests to learn some fun facts about dinosaurs! Kara’s Party Ideas shows us how you can print out little trivia cards and add them to your guest tables, along with little dinosaur figures!

7. Dinosaur Snack Plates

These dinosaur snack plates from No Time for Flashcards are perfect for serving fruit and snacks for kids. Do not forget to line the plates with wax paper for oily or wet foods.

8. Dinosaur Label Cards

It’s not a dinosaur-themed party unless your food has fun, dino-themed names!! Learn with Play at Home has some really cool ideas to name your party snacks, and you can make little dinosaurs hold up the food labels

9. Tiny Dinosaur Hats

How adorable are these tiny party hats from Mal and Jess? You may have to adjust the sizes to fit the dinosaur figures you have, but they’re completely worth it!

10. DIY Dinosaur Centerpiece

A good party table always has an impressive centerpiece – even one at a dinosaur-themed party! DeAnn Creates has an idea for a DIY dino-themed centerpiece, and we love it!

Dinosaur-Themed Party Food Ideas

11. Rex the Dinosaur Cake

How can you not include a dinosaur-themed cake at a dinosaur party? This bright and beautiful dinosaur Rex the Dinosaur cake from Betty Crocker would be ideal for a preschooler’s or an elementary school goer’s party.

12. Dirt, Worms, and Dinosaurs Dessert

We know they sound gross, but these dirt and worms dessert cups from Glorious Treats taste way better than they sound! They’re made using crushed Oreo cookies, chocolate pudding, chocolate rocks and gummy worms, and topped with toy dinosaurs for that extra effect.

13. Simple Dinosaur Cookies

Skeletons may be scary, but not these dinosaur skeleton cookies from The Bearfoot Baker! On the contrary, they’re sure to delight kids, especially if you bury the cookies in brown sugar and have the children unearth them.

14. Dinosaur Rice Krispies Treats

These dinosaur rice crispy treats, courtesy Mama Miss, would also make an excellent addition to the snack table. Use different colors to make these treats even more appealing.

15. Dino Sausage Puffs

You’ve probably heard of pigs in a blanket, and Kindergeburtstag Blog uses the same idea to create these fun dinosaur puffs! They’re really easy to make, and the only extra addition is the row of spines on top.

Dinosaur-Themed Party Activities and Games

16. Dinosaur-Themed Coloring Pages

One of the easiest ways to keep kids occupied during a dinosaur-themed party is by handing them some dinosaur coloring pages and some crayons or color pencils. Perfect for preschoolers or early-schoolers!

17. I Spy Dinosaur-Themed Game

Let the kids test their observational and counting skills with this I Spy printable game, in a dinosaur theme! There are two versions – easy and difficult – so you can choose the one according to the age of your guests.

18. Dinosaur Fossil Puzzle

If the kids are feeling a little adventurous, why not let them hunt for fossils? Use this printable to cut out fossil pieces and bury them in soil. Let the kids dig them out and put the pieces together – fun!

19. Dinosaur Egg Ice Smash Game

When you’re organizing a dinosaur-themed party, you have to arrange for some games and activities too! Parenting Chaos has an excellent game idea called the dinosaur egg ice smash. Just fill colorful balloons with colored water and freeze them for 48 hours. Hide the eggs in the backyard and ask the children to find them before they melt.

20. Dinosaur Gross Motor Movement Game

Get the kiddos moving with this super enjoyable dinosaur gross motor movement game from OT Toolbox. As the title says, the game will hone children’s gross motor skills as they jump, stomp and run!

Dinosaur-Themed Party Favors

21. Felt Dinosaur Plushies

If you plan a little ahead, you can make several of these cute dinosaur felt plushies! You can also turn them into key rings or magnets, so your little guests can use them in different ways when they get home.

22. Dinosaur Toy Figures

The easiest return gift for a dinosaur-themed party has got to be – dinosaurs! You’ll find plenty of inexpensive toy dinosaurs in stores or online – pile them up in a basket and stick on a label as 100 Layer Cake has done.

23. Dinosaur Fossil Soap

These DIY dinosaur fossil soaps from Simplistically Living would make excellent party favors. And they’re cost-effective, considering you can make these soaps at home with just a few, frugal ingredients.

24. Dinosaur Candy Jars

If you’re on a budget, Catch My Party has a super-easy, frugal party favor idea. Simply buy a large pack of dinosaur candy, and fill them into plain glass jars. Paint the lids of the jars and stick on some plastic dinosaurs and you’re done!

25. DIY Dinosaur Eggs with Surprise

You always tend to enjoy something more when you have to work for it, and that’s the idea behind this return gift from Make Life Lovely! Let the kids break open the eggs to find their little treats inside!

A dinosaur-themed party is fun for all ages, but make sure you tailor the food and games to the child’s age. If you’re hosting a dinosaur-themed party for toddlers, go with brighter decor and simpler games, but if the party is for a tween, you can try making the decor a little more realistic – kids that age are notoriously hard to impress! So why wait? Start planning for your dinosaur-themed party right away!

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