Looking for a different theme for children’s birthday parties? Tired of seeing the cowboy or princess party every other weekend? Why not go for something fun and unexplored, and try hosting a science themed birthday party?
Not only is it not something you see in a cookie-cutter box store, but it has lots of opportunity to bring in fun learning and exploration possibilities. I especially am fond of it because it is a way to make science and curiosity fun for kids, but also a theme that girls and boys alike can share, without any gender bias.
To help get you brain flowing with ideas, I’ve put together 11 of my favorite ideas for a kids science themed party. Of course, they can be used together or apart, but they cover all of the major elements you’d want at a party like this. A cool food display, fun treats, and of course lots of decor ideas to make the day extra special. Here they are:

Be sure to see where I found each element from this week’s party ideas and inspiration board:
Lab Security Scan Entrance – spotted on Pinterest
Science Lab Party Food Buffet Display – shared by Michelle’s Party Plan-It
Petri Dish Jelly Party Treats – shared in a roundup post by Hip Hip Hooray
DIY Printable Mad Scientist Badge – created and shared by Rays of Bliss
Chocolate Science Molecule Printable Party Favor Wrapper – shared by Hostess with the Mostess
Kid’s Science Themed Dessert Station – shared by Emily Waltenbaugh on Kara’s Party Ideas
DIY Molecule Decor – tutorial by Style be Emily Henderson
Dry Ice Science Beaker Drink – shared by Penny’s Parties
Printable Science Birthday Invitation – created and sold by ThePartyDarlingLLC on Etsy
Kid’s Tiered Science Themed Birthday Cake – spotted on Pinterest
Bio-hazard Lab Birthday Favor Treat Box – shared by Spaceships and Laser Beams
Don’t forget to pin your favorites for future reference:
Need more ideas for a science or medical themed party? Check out my board on Pinterest dedicated to all things science and medical party ideas. I’ve pinned a lot of great party activities that kids of all ages will enjoy.
Have you ever attended a science themed party before?