Pirate Party Planning

Have a birthday kid that loves pirates? Why not plan a pirate party?

Arizona might not be the natural choice for a pirate- the sea is a long way away. But that shouldn’t stop your from putting together a great party with a pirate theme.

Any pirate worth his gold needs a ship. The SS Buccaneer is the perfect ship for a pirate party. Not only does it provide a great visual, party goers will have a great time playing inside with stairs to climb and a slide. Another great pirate themed inflatable is the Treasure of the Caribbean which has obstacles, climbing stairs, and a slide.

If your event venue cannot accommodate an inflatable ship, you can also purchase or make a cardboard pirate ship. Decorating the ship can be a fun party activity.

Send out pirate themed invitations and make sure to mention that the kids should come dressed up as pirates. Have pirate hats, scarves, eye patches, and hooks on hand in case anyone does not have pirate gear to wear so no one feels left out.

Visit the Dollar Store, a party store, or a craft store to get pirate themed paper plates, napkins, decorations, and party favors. Get a treasure chest for the party favors.

Foam swords make great party favors. Give them to the kids early on in the party so they can sword fight with them. Just make sure that no one gets too rough with all the swashbuckling fun.

Purchase or make a pirate themed cake. You can get a cake pan that is shaped like a pirate ship and use plastic pirate figures or you can make a large cake, decorate it with blue frosting like the sea and put a plastic pirate ship on top.

If you want to play a movie during your party, there are many pirate movies available. For the younger crowd consider screening Muppet Treasure Island. Older kids might enjoy the Goonies, Cutthroat Island, or Pirates of the Caribbean.

Garr Matey! Having a Pirate Party should be lots of jolly good fun!