If there’s one thing every age agrees on everywhere, regardless of anything, it’s ice cream. Whether you're planning a backyard bash for a summer party theme or a cozy indoor celebration, an ice cream party is a sweet idea that never goes out of style. The best part? It works for any age, and we’ve got the pun-packed birthday names to prove it.
From babies turning one to preschoolers celebrating four, here's how to throw an unforgettable ice cream party your little one that your guests will melt over (pun intended!)
ONE Sweet Birthday – 1st Birthday Ice Cream Party
Turning one is a sweet milestone, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a ONE Sweet Birthday theme! Think pastel sprinkles, oversized cones, and a first taste of ice cream that’s almost as adorable as your birthday babe. A cute highchair banner, sprinkle-themed smash cake, and soft-serve-style photo backdrop make for memories worth framing.
Party Tip: Create a "first scoop" moment, one tiny bowl, one big cheer from the crowd. Don’t forget a personalized coloring tablecloth to keep big cousins entertained!
🍨 TWO Sweet – 2nd Birthday Ice Cream Party
Your toddler is now TWO sweet, and it’s time to celebrate their 2nd birthday with scoops, toppings, and a side of chaos! Set up a DIY sundae bar that’s fun and toddler-friendly: think crushed cookies, mini marshmallows, and a lot of wipes on hand.
Decor Idea: Use cones and balloons to create an “ice cream garland” and top it off with a punny birthday banner that says “TWO Sweet to Handle.”
🍧 THREE Scoops – 3rd Birthday Ice Cream Party
This is the age when imaginations run wild—so go all in! Celebrate your THREE Scoops 3rd birthday with triple the flavor, fun, and flair. Consider assigning a "flavor" to each part of the party: one scoop of crafts (hello, coloring station!), one scoop of games, and one scoop of dessert!
Activity Highlight: Our customizable ice cream-themed coloring tablecloth makes the perfect hands-on activity while guests wait for cake or cool down from outdoor play.
🍨 We All Scream FOUR Ice Cream – 4th Birthday Party
FOUR is a big deal, and you’re officially in the “big kid” birthday zone. So crank up the celebration with an all-out ice cream bash that includes an ice cream truck, cone relay races, and even an ice cream piñata! You know the song, I screen, you scream, we all scream FOUR ice cream!
Game Idea: Let kids “scoop” pom poms into cones using tongs for a fun, hands-on game. Don’t forget the “We All Scream FOUR Ice Cream” sign that will be the hit of your party pics.
A Cool Party Idea for Any Age
Even beyond those early birthdays, an ice cream party is a theme that works for older kids and even grown-ups. Mix and match toppings, play ice cream trivia, or host a cone-decorating contest, it’s a party that brings out the kid in everyone. Besides, everyone is COOL on their birthday!