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15 Cute First Birthday Party Themes That’ll Leave EveryONE Enchanted

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Can you believe it’s already time to think about planning a first birthday party? Yes, after a year full of amazing milestones, it’s time to celebrate your little one’s 1st birthday! And you’re in luck, because there are endless adorable first birthday party themes to choose from for your little girl or boy.

Check out these top first birthday party ideas—complete with matching decorations, supplies and invitations—and discover which one will be first on your list (puns intended).

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The Big 1 (One)

There’s a reason this is #1 on our list. It’s truly the most versatile theme, and given how major this milestone is, why not shout it from the rooftops (AKA put up some “1” balloons)?

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One-ce Upon a Time Princess Party

Royally enchanting, this timeless birthday party theme offers the perfect opportunity to create a pastel fairytale for your little princess. Our tip: opt for a sparkly crown instead of a party hat!

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Wild One in the Jungle

Turning 1 year old is certainly something to roar about, so go wild with tons of greenery and adorable elephants, monkeys and tigers everywhere.

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Sesame Street

1-year-olds have been celebrating their big day alongside Elmo, Big Bird and Cookie Monster for decades, and really, it’s impossible to resist this iconic theme.

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Flower Power Party

All botanicals are welcome to bloom at this party, but daisies are a particular fave for this one-derful floral theme.

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Safari Celebration

What’s the difference between safari and jungle? Well, not much in terms of decor, but consider swapping tropical foliage for pampas grass for a more savanna-like vibe.

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Fast One

They grow up so fast, don’t they? You might as well embrace it with a classic race car theme complete with vintage autos and checkered flag accents.

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Rookie Year

Despite a curve ball or two (probably around diaper changing) being thrown your way, your little one made it to first and that’s worthy of an extra-loud cheer from the crowd.

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Sweet One

Donut you wish there was a birthday theme as sweet as your mini-me? Well, there is! (Okay, it’s ALMOST as sweet as they are.)

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First Rodeo

Feeling giddy(up) about this milestone birthday? Round up some cute cow print, bandana and western decor and your little cowpoke will be ready to ride into the world of toddlerhood.

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One Dino-Mite Birthday

It’s hard to tricera-top this theme because let’s face it—kids (and adults) love a good dinosaur moment.

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First Bee-Day

Another sweet 1st birthday idea people are buzzing about is this un-bee-lievably charming theme.

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First Trip Around the Sun

You can go two routes with this one: 1. space or 2. sunshine. While we love both, there’s something irresistible about cheerful yellow and orange decor.

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Magical One

Unicorns and rainbows = a match made in first birthday party heaven.

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Hole in One

Of COURSE golf is on the list. This par-tee is beloved by parents (not least because the pun opportuni-tees are endless.

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Ready to plan a first birthday party you’ll never forget? Check out all of our first birthday invitations to get your celebration started!

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