This Post: 18 Fun and On-Trend Birthday Party Ideas for Teen Girls

Co-Written By: Marybeth Bock & Nancy Reynolds

When it comes to throwing a birthday bash for your teen girl, it’s all about choosing a great theme, planning activities teen girls will actually like, and creating a few Insta-worthy photo ops.  (‘Cuz what teen girl doesn’t love to share a few Insta pics, right?)

But… we also know how expensive it can be to do it right. Things like decor, activities, and food can be costly, especially when your teen girl wants everything to be picture-perfect. However, take it from moms who’ve planned more than a few teen girl birthday bashes, you don’t have to break the bank to throw a fun party your girl and her friends will love! A few tips to keep costs down:

• DIY or use items you already own. Borrow what you can from neighbors and friends.
• Have older siblings help out with activities, crafts, etc. 
• Shop thrift stores – you can find tons of fun and cool items for cheap!
• Shop around for pricing on tableware and decor, and keep your eye out for sales.
• Host the party at home or a free venue.
• Keep the guest list light. Few guests = less cost and chaos. 
• Remember, it doesn’t have to be over-the-top. Teens love being together, good food, and music. If you have that, you’re set!

So, whether your girl is into chill vibes, trendy and hip, or something truly unique, we’ve rounded up 18 fun and on-trend birthday party ideas that’ll make her feel celebrated. These clever and unique ideas are teen-approved and mom-doable. Let’s party!

(HINT: We gathered a few unique birthday party ideas for teen girls in this post. If you’re looking for more ideas, be sure to check out the end of the post where we added an expansive list of other teen girl birthday party ideas!)

18 Fun and Trendy Birthday Party Ideas for Teen Girls

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Here are eighteen fabulous birthday party ideas for teen girls to get your girl super excited for her next birthday celebration!

Paint n’ Sip (Mocktails) Party

It’s big with adults, so why not let teen girls in on the fun? Whether you hire someone to come in and orchestrate the painting portion of the evening, plan a paint night at a local venue, or you DIY and choose designs that are easy enough to recreate, this is a fun way to celebrate! It’s guaranteed lots of laughs when they look at each other’s paintings! Planning Tips: 

• This is such a fun idea paired with a sleepover! (Or, an “unsleepover” where girls stay late to enjoy the birthday festivities and then go home.) 
• If you’re doing the event on your own, check out Amazon for needed supplies.
• Cozy up the space with dreamy twinkle lights and soft glow lights.
• Serve a couple of fun mocktails and simple snacks – a fun idea is to create individual snack plates for each girl.
• A popcorn bar is also a fun and inexpensive way to make the evening special. 
• Set the mood with a fun playlist.

(Image Credit: Primary Paint Party)

A Soda Soiree

Gen Z has brought soda back in a big way, so why not turn that love of bubbly drinks into a splashy birthday party theme? Planning Tips:

• Set up a self-serve soda bar with all the trendy drinks, like Olipops, Culture Pops, Izzes, and Poppis.
• Include lots of fun garnishes like citrus slices, maraschino cherries, and berries. Some flavored syrups or creamers are fun to add as well.
• Be sure to have bright and colorful cups, crazy straws, tiny umbrellas, and permanent markers so that guests can customize their drinks.
• Hang some transparent bubble garlands or silver metallic balloons for added pops of sparkle.
• Serve some snacks and salty foods like hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, or fries that complement the sodas perfectly.
• Show a classic teen movie from the 80s and send each girl home with a cute pair of “bubbly” polka-dot socks.

(Image Credit: Pinterest)

Enchanted Forest Party

This magical party experience can be held indoors or outside in a backyard or public park. Either way, it’s easy to create a whimsical and enchanting atmosphere. Planning Tips:

• Think garden, woodsy, mystical, and flowers. 
• Utilize fairy lights, candles, floral garland, and even woodland creature cutouts to set the mood.
• Offer foods and snacks such as berries and veggies with dips, along with nuts, seeds, and trail mix in baskets (you can label the baskets “Squirrel Snacks” for fun!)
• Let guests decorate cupcakes using edible flowers, fondant mushrooms, fairy dirt (crushed cookies), and green-dyed coconut flakes that look like moss.
• Do a craft that involves something more “natural,” like making homemade scrub or bath soap. 
• Serve sparkling berry juice or other drinks with colorful garnishes and label them “Magic Potions.”
• Play music that complements your theme, such as nature sounds.

(Image Credit: Catch My Party)

Denim & Daisies Party

Jean parties are a big trend this year… add in daisies and it makes it even more fun and special! Hop on the denim bandwagon and throw a jammin’ jeans party for your teen daughter. Planning Tips:

• Invite guests to arrive wearing their favorite jeans, jean jackets, or anything else denim!
• Decorate with light and dark blue balloons, a denim tablecloth, and daisies. These daisy plates are adorable! 
• Set up a denim painting and/or embroidery station so that denim party-goers can paint, patch, and embellish their own denim items or tote bags, or baseball caps that you provide for them. (Don’t forget the fabric glue!)
• OR, set up a daisies (and greenery) flower station and let guests create a floral bouquet.
• Serve up some blue treats like nachos with blue corn tortilla chips, blue fruit punch, blueberry yogurt parfaits, or blue frosted cupcakes.

(Find this adorable, fully editable invitation at CardMint)

Daisy Disco Ball

Yep! Daisies are happening this year! Get groovy by combining daisy flower power with disco balls, and you’ve got yourself a bangin’ party theme. Lean into a yellow, orange, white, and pastel pink palette for your décor, and all the guests will be grooving on the dance floor. Planning Tips:

• Stock up on all the daisy party tableware like this set, and be sure to make a few daisy-shaped balloons and a hanging disco ball to set the mood. 
• Allow the birthday girl to make a playlist that will keep her guests on their feet and dancing.
• Consider party favors that include yellow or white nail polish, temporary tattoos, pastel flower sunglasses, or disco ball key chains. 

(Image Credit: Catch My Party)

Cake Decorating Party

Teen girls and cake decorating are always a win-win idea, so turn it into a delicious party theme! This one is perfect for the tween or teen who’s always in the kitchen baking or experimenting with desserts. Planning Tips:

• Set out a few pre-made cakes with decorating supplies and let the cake decorators go wild. Look for mini sheet cakes like the ones from Trader Joe’s, which are delicious and super easy to elevate.
• Local bakeries can also be a good place to order small-sized cakes with basic frosting.
• Order a couple of cake decorating kits like this one so that every guest has their own piping bag and frosting tips.
• Craft stores have loads of colored sprinkles, jimmies, and crystal sugars. Find coupons online before you go!
• Have cake boxes on hand so guests can bring home their creations.

(Image: Pinterest)

Boho Grazing Picnic Party

For the chill teen girl who loves to have relaxing and deep conversations with her friends while grazing on delish food, a picnic in the park, a backyard, or a botanical garden is a fabulous birthday celebration idea. Planning Tips:

• Choose a location that allows the girls to chill out, spend time together, and just enjoy the beauty of nature.
• Gather up a bunch of soft blankets and big, comfy pillows so that all the guests can relax and enjoy each other’s company. 
• Give the picnic a boho vibe by adding a boho-style blanket, pillows, and/or accessories. 
• Pack up easy-to-transport picnic food and drinks like gourmet sandwiches, crackers and cheese, cut-up veggies and fruit, chips, and yummy cookies.
• Serve a non-alcoholic punch in pretty, disposable stemmed glasses for a grown-up feel. 
• A great favor could be a reusable water bottle with the guests’ name and party date on it, or boho key chains like these. 

(Image Credit: Wandering Folk)

Rent a Hotel Room for the Night (Chaperoned)

A great way to host a fun birthday party and keep the mess out of your house is to rent a hotel room for the night. Depending on the number of kids in attendance, you can even book adjoining rooms so they can all be together and have fun until the wee hours of the morning (we all know teenagers are night owls). Planning Tips: 

• Spend time decorating the room. Since hotel rooms are typically fairly small, you can make a BIG impression with even a few decorations, including number balloons, helium balloons, streamers, etc.
• Choose a hotel that has an indoor or outdoor swimming pool to really ramp up the fun, and as an extra, a hotel with a free breakfast will give the girls a great way to close out the party in the morning. 
• Make the evening special. Whether the kids venture out for a night on the town or head to the hotel pool and jacuzzi for an evening of fun and laughs, be sure to plan something to keep the kids occupied. 
• Depending on the age of the kids, there’s a good chance you’ll need to book a hotel room across the hall just to keep your eye on things and make sure they’re safe. Older teenagers (18 and up) are likely fine on their own and can be dropped off and picked up the next morning.

Pink Western Party

Yee hawww! Invite guests to saddle up to a root beer bar and kick up their cowgirl and cowboy boots at a Western-themed party. Planning Tips:

• Pick a few of your favorites for a wild and rustic ride of a celebration – décor items can be hats, boots, spurs, horseshoes, cacti, miniature straw bales, and wagon wheels.
• Think cow prints and classic bandana paisley in any number of colors for tablecloths, backdrops, and balloons.
• Offer a buffet with chili, burgers, and other BBQ staples like coleslaw and corn.
• Serve cake or cookies with a cowgirl theme.
• Play country-western music and encourage sing-alongs and line dancing.
• If the budget allows, set up a cowboy hat decorating station so that guests can leave with a fun hat, embellished with things like ribbons, feathers, sparkles, charms, embroidery threads, and faux flowers.

 

(Image Credit + More Ideas: Catch My Party)

Sundae Funday Party

Such a simple and fun way to celebrate! Works especially well on a hot summer day paired with a pool or maybe a few water guns to keep the kids cool. Planning Tips:

• Choose decor that looks like all the fun colors of ice cream and sherbet – from bright yellows and oranges to purple and green, have fun with colors.
• Check out Amazon’s selection of ice cream-inspired balloons and tableware.
• Offer a big variety of ice cream toppings, including sprinkles, cookie crumbles, gummy bears, marshmallows, whipped cream, cherries and syrups. 
• Make it extra fun by making cupcakes in waffle cones. It’s not hard! 
• Be sure to serve water bottles and a few fizzy drink options.
• Have fun and let your teen guide the process!

(Image Credit: Mama Llama Llama)

Movie Night Under the Stars

There’s just something next-level cozy about watching your favorite movie under the stars with your best girls, snacks in hand, and fairy lights all around. It’s the perfect low-stress, high-vibes party for teen girls who want to kick back, laugh, and make memories without it feeling over-the-top. It’s the ultimate combo of chill and special. Planning Tips:

• Create a backyard theater – use a projector, white sheet or screen, comfy seating (think bean bags, blankets, and air mattresses), along with string lights to set the mood.
• Set up a movie snack bar with DIY popcorn stations with mix-ins (M&Ms, mini marshmallows, flavored salts, etc.), candy boxes, and soda. 
• Pick the perfect flick – choose a feel-good favorite, a rom-com, or a teen classic—bonus points for letting the birthday girl vote with her guests in advance.
• Add in cute party favors: Think cozy socks, sleep masks, or mini skincare sets to match the laid-back, self-care vibe.
• Add a little extra magic with glow sticks, citronella candles to keep bugs away, and a post-movie fire pit for s’mores or late-night chats = unforgettable.

(Image Credit: Momtivational)

Labubu Bash (ALL the Craze Right Now!)

Have you seen  Labubu plush toys? The Labubu craze has gone worldwide, and if your teen is obsessed with these popular plush and
toothy monster toys, it’s a fantastic and fashionable birthday party theme that’s definitely “on trend!” Planning Tips:

• Of course, if you can get your hands on some real Labubus, you can use them as the stars of your party décor. If not, there are plenty of items you can order online, like these party supplies on Amazon.
• Pastel colors are the way to go for tablecloths, balloons, tableware, etc.
• Go for a fun pastel-themed food menu with pink cupcakes, pink popcorn, blue frosted cookies, pink/pastel candy buffet, and more!
• Make goodie bags with pastel candies like Smarties, Labubu stickers, and temporary tattoos, and these darling Labubu keychains or bag charms.

(Image: Amazon Affiliate Link)

Vintage Book Swap Party

If your teen (and her friends) are avid book lovers, this is an adorable theme that mixes books with an old-fashioned vintage tea party. Planning Tips:

• Use books that you have on hand to decorate the space, or hit the thrift stores for cool vintage-vibe books to set the mood.
• Make your own garland or banners using pages from old books that are cut out and glued together to make a table runner.
• Discover themed tableware like this cute vintage book style found on Amazon. 
• Come up with fun book-inspired food and drinks based on your teen’s favorite novels, such as Mama’s Fried Chicken from The Great Gatsby and Strawberries and Cream Sheet Cake from Little Women. (Check out Southern Living for more ideas!)
• Activities could be a trivia game about popular books, a character costume contest, or a white elephant-style book exchange.
• End the event by watching a movie based on a great book.
• Send your guests home with personalized bookmarks and a bag of gummy (book) worms.

(Image: Laura Jade Prado on Pinterest)

Groovy Retro Birthday Party 

Let your teen experience a little piece of the past by hosting a retro 70s or 80s birthday bash! Planning Tips:

• Buy retro-inspired tableware like these on Amazon.
• Consider serving up a few groovy appetizers/snacks like these!
• If you know someone with a retro car or bus, ask if you can borrow it or rent it for the day… it’ll make for fun Insta-worthy photos. 
• Choose balloons in colors that match the tableware and create a balloon arch like the one in the picture. (They’re far simpler to create than you might think!)
• Have an outdoor picnic or bring it indoors and keep it casual with colorful throw pillows on the floor for added “chill vibes.” 
• When each girl arrives, give them a flower headband like this one!

(Image: Giggles Galore)

Rent a Party Bus

When it comes to cool birthday party ideas for teenagers, this one just might top the list. This will cost you a few more bucks than some other parties, but trust me when I say, this is one party your teen girl and all her friends will never forget! Teenagers love party buses! The amenities and sheer cool factor some of the buses have are over-the-top cool! Planning Tips:

• Be sure to shop around for the best deal. Most party bus rental companies have several buses available, depending on the size of the party and the number of attendees. And, different buses offer varying features, so it’s important to see pictures (or look at them firsthand) before making a decision.
• Plan a fun itinerary! Whether you head to the city for an evening out at a cool restaurant, head to a concert or play, or have the party bus take the kids to a sporting event, the options are endless. Honestly, the kids will love just riding around town on the party bus. 
• Bring water on the bus along with a few easy and portable snacks (check with the bus rental company first to determine what’s allowed.)
• Stop along the way at your teen’s favorite fast food place or end up back at the house and spring for pizza for the group. 
• Keep costs manageable: One way to keep this idea affordable is to have two or three kids celebrate their birthdays together. Each child can invite a certain number of guests, and the cost of the bus rental can be split accordingly.

(Image Credit: Julie Measures)

Throwing a memorable birthday bash is all about the fun that the guests have. Don’t stress out trying to achieve perfection. Aim for laughter and meaningful connection – the rest is just icing on the cake. Cheers to your birthday, girl!

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