Skip to content

Top Navigation

MyRecipes MyRecipes
  • Course
  • Baking
  • Global
  • Healthy
  • Favorite Ingredients
  • Holidays and Occasions
  • Quick and Easy
  • Convenience Recipes
  • BBQ and Grilling
  • How To
  • Extra Crispy
  • News

Profile Menu

Your Profile

Account

  • Register
  • Recipe Box this link opens in a new tab
  • Newsletters
  • Email Preferences
  • Logout
Login
Pin FB

Explore MyRecipes

MyRecipes MyRecipes
  • Explore

    Explore

    • 55+ Easy Dinner Recipes for Busy Weeknights

      55+ Easy Dinner Recipes for Busy Weeknights

      Everybody understands the stuggle of getting dinner on the table after a long day. If you're looking for a simple recipe to simplify your weeknight, you've come to the right place--easy dinners are our specialty. For an easy supper that you can depend on, we picked out some of our tried-and-true favorites that have gotten us through even the busiest of days. Whether you're cooking for yourself or for a family, these easy dinners are sure to leave everyone satisfied and stress-free. Read More
    • The Brilliant Secret to Making Better Mashed Potatoes

      The Brilliant Secret to Making Better Mashed Potatoes

      Trust me, it’s so worth it. Read More
    • 65 Super Easy Finger Foods to Make for Any Party

      65 Super Easy Finger Foods to Make for Any Party

      From chips and dip to one-bite apps, finger foods are the perfect way to kick off a party. No forks or spoons required, just easy-to-pick-up party foods, so you can clean up in no time.  Read More
  • Course

    Course

    See All Course
    • Best Appetizer Recipes...Ever
    • Best Drink Recipes for Any Occasion
    • Salad Recipes
    • The Ultimate Guide to Sensational Sides
    • Soup and Stew Recipes
    • Easy Entertaining for Everyone
    • Breakfast and Brunch Recipes
    • Main Dishes and Entrées
    • Dinner Recipes
    • Dessert Recipes
  • Baking

    Baking

    See All Baking
    • Bread Recipes
    • Our Most-Loved Cake Recipes
    • Cookie Recipes
    • Pie Recipes
  • Global

    Global

    See All Global
    • Spanish Recipes
    • Thai Recipes
    • Vietnamese Recipes
    • Middle Eastern Recipes
    • Mexican Recipes
    • Malaysian Recipes
    • Korean Recipes
    • Japanese Recipes
    • Italian Recipes
    • Indian Recipes
    • Greek Recipes
    • French Recipes
    • Chinese Recipes
    • African Recipes
    • American Recipes
    • Cajun and Creole Recipes
    • Caribbean Recipes
    • South American Recipes
    • Southern Recipes
    • German Recipes
  • Healthy

    Healthy

    See All Healthy
    • Easy, Healthy Recipes
    • Healthy Breakfasts
    • Healthy Dinners
    • Healthy Desserts
    • Diabetic Recipes
    • Gluten-Free Diet and Recipes
    • Vegan Recipes
    • Low Carbohydrate Recipes
    • Low Cholesterol Recipes
    • Low Fat Recipes
    • Low Sodium Recipes
    • Low Calorie Recipes
    • Vegetarian Recipes
  • Favorite Ingredients

    Favorite Ingredients

    See All Favorite Ingredients
    • The Ultimate Guide to Chicken
    • Vegetable Recipes
    • Beef Recipes
    • Cheese Recipes
    • Chocolate Recipes
    • Pasta Recipes
    • Pork Recipes
    • Seafood Recipes
    • Shrimp Recipes
  • Holidays and Occasions

    Holidays and Occasions

    See All Holidays and Occasions
    • A Foodie's Guide to Halloween Recipes
    • The Ultimate Thanksgiving Guide
    • Hanukkah Recipes
    • Your Ultimate Christmas Recipe Guide
    • Our Most Festive New Year's Recipes
    • Best-Ever Super Bowl Sunday Recipes
    • Best Valentine's Day Recipes
    • Mardi Gras Recipes
    • The Ultimate Guide to Easter Recipes
    • Cinco de Mayo Recipes
    • Labor Day Recipes
    • The Ultimate Fourth of July Guide
    • Memorial Day Recipes
    • Touchdown-Worthy Tailgate Recipes
    • Wedding and Shower Recipes
  • Quick and Easy

    Quick and Easy

    See All Quick and Easy
    • 15-Minute Recipes for Busy Home Cooks
    • 5 Ingredients or Less
    • Dinner Tonight
    • No-Cook Recipes
    • 45-Minute Recipes
  • Convenience Recipes

    Convenience Recipes

    See All Convenience Recipes
    • Budget-Friendly Recipes
    • Our Top Make-Ahead Recipes
    • Our Favorite Slow Cooker Recipes
    • Instant Pot Recipes
  • BBQ and Grilling

    BBQ and Grilling

    See All BBQ and Grilling
    • Grilled Beef Recipes
    • Grilled Fish Recipes
    • Grilled Shrimp Recipes
    • Grilled Chicken Recipes
    • Grilled Pork Recipes
    • Grilled Vegetable Recipes
  • How To

    How To

    See All How To
    • 7 Ways With...
    • Videos
    • Ingredients and Tools
    • Kitchen Cleaning
  • Extra Crispy
  • News

Profile Menu

Your Profile

Account

  • Register
  • Recipe Box this link opens in a new tab
  • Newsletters
  • Email Preferences
  • Logout
Login
Sweepstakes

Follow Us

  1. Home
  2. Kids in the Kitchen: Easy Recipes for Kids
  3. Circus Birthday Party

Circus Birthday Party

Updated August 21, 2013
Skip gallery slides
Pin
Clowning Around
Credit: Jennifer Koehler

Send in the clowns! Break out your inner Ringmaster and host a Big-Top event to celebrate your birthday boy or girl with this Circus Birthday Party. Our hostess with the mostess Jennifer Koehler tells you how.

Start Slideshow

1 of 9

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Set the Scene

Set the Scene
Credit: Jennifer Koehler

When planning your spread, consider your theme and the time of day. For a midafternoon party, plan to have snacks and cake, as well as a few drink options. If you host your party over lunch or in the evening, plan heavier items to satisfy everyone.

1 of 9

Advertisement
Advertisement

2 of 9

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Spread the Word

Spread the Word
Credit: Jennifer Koehler; Invitation by lemonadepaperie

Invite guests to the party by sending invitations that include tickets for your attractions. The tiny ticket on the bottom of the invite pulls the theme together.

2 of 9

3 of 9

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

In Case of Rain...

In Case of Rain...
Credit: Jennifer Koehler

If your party's outside, don't forget about having a rain plan. If your yard can't hold a big-top inspired tent, then alert guests to a rain date by including a cute note along with their invitation.

3 of 9

Advertisement

4 of 9

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

A Big-Top Cake

A Big-Top Cake
Credit: Jennifer Koehler; Cake by Jackie Treschl

Use your too-cute cake as a centerpiece that adds to your decor before the guests arrive and dig in. The fondant elephant balancing on the ball is a classic circus moment, and the red stripes bring back memories of nights under the tent.

4 of 9

5 of 9

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

A Tasty Treat

A Tasty Treat
Credit: Jennifer Koehler

Serve a treat that's easy to make and fun to look at. Dipped marshmallows add a sweet spot to your spread without being messy. Adorn the sticks with thin ribbon that matches your theme, and pick bright candy melts for a pop of color.

5 of 9

6 of 9

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Lick a Lollipop

Lick a Lollipop
Credit: Jennifer Koehler

Bring the fun of the circus to your backyard with cute lollipops. Make yours in the shape of your favorite circus animal, or freeform, if you prefer. Just match the colors to your party's theme.

6 of 9

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

7 of 9

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Clown Noses

Clown Noses
Credit: Jennifer Koehler

Honk honk! Keep the theme going by serving "clown noses" for a sweet treat. Pair with pint-sized party bags so that guests can take home these treats as favors.

7 of 9

8 of 9

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Say Cheese!

Say Cheese!
Credit: Jennifer Koehler

Invite guests to get decked out in Ringmaster's hats, clown noses, and fake barbells by creating a photo booth. Set up your digital camera with a hand held timer to let guests control the fun. Bonus: You get a copy of all the pictures! If you prefer, suggest guests take snaps with their own cameras.

8 of 9

9 of 9

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Clowning Around

Clowning Around
Credit: Jennifer Koehler

Transform store-bought cupcakes into theme-ready treats by adding theme-ready wrappers and too-cute cutouts. Prefer to make your own cupcakes? Try our Lemonade Cupcake recipe topped with cream cheese frosting.

9 of 9

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Replay gallery

Share the Gallery

Pinterest Facebook

Up Next

    Share the Gallery

    Pinterest Facebook
    Trending Videos
    Advertisement
    Skip slide summaries

    Everything in This Slideshow

    Advertisement

    View All

    1 of 9 Set the Scene
    2 of 9 Spread the Word
    3 of 9 In Case of Rain...
    4 of 9 A Big-Top Cake
    5 of 9 A Tasty Treat
    6 of 9 Lick a Lollipop
    7 of 9 Clown Noses
    8 of 9 Say Cheese!
    9 of 9 Clowning Around

    Share & More

    Facebook Tweet Email
    MyRecipes

    Magazines & More

    Learn More

    • Advertise this link opens in a new tab
    • Content Licensing this link opens in a new tab
    • Accolades this link opens in a new tab

    Connect

    Follow Us
    Subscribe to Our Newsletter
    Sign Up
    MeredithMyRecipes.com is part of the Allrecipes Food Group. © Copyright 2022 Meredith Corporation. MyRecipes is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation All Rights Reserved. MyRecipes may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Privacy Policythis link opens in a new tab Terms of Servicethis link opens in a new tab Ad Choicesthis link opens in a new tab California Do Not Sellthis link opens a modal window Web Accessibilitythis link opens in a new tab
    © Copyright MyRecipes. All rights reserved. Printed from https://www.myrecipes.com

    Sign in

    View image

    Circus Birthday Party
    this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines.