If your little one is a fan of the popular How to Train Your Dragon movie franchise, throwing them a dragon-themed birthday party is a great way to celebrate. These mythical creatures with their flying antics, fire-breathing abilities, and loyal companionship provide endless inspiration for a unique and imaginative party.
A How to Train Your Dragon party works well for kids ages 5-10. Both boys and girls will enjoy the combination of adventure and fantasy. When planning the event, consider fun dragon decorations, fiery colors, viking and medieval elements, dragon training activities, and of course, toothless dragon cupcakes!
Finding a Venue
The best locations for a How to Train Your Dragon bash are:
- Backyard – Set up games, tents for hiding, and space for running around
- Community center – More room than most homes for activities and guests
- Park – Fresh air and space to spread out
- Indoor playground – Great for poor weather; structures resemble viking ships
If hosting the party at home, decorate the house and yard with dragon flags, fiery lanterns, and signs welcoming guests to dragon training camp. For an outdoor venue, tie streamers around trees, bushes, and fences to achieve a mystical atmosphere.
Dragon Decorations
Decorations set the tone for a How to Train Your Dragon party. Go all out with:
- Dragon piñatas
- Toothless dragon posters
- Viking ship tablecloths
- Flaming lanterns made from red and orange tissue paper
- Burnt wood or medieval signs pointing the way to the Isle of Berk
For party favors, give guests small dragon eggs filled with candy or temporary dragon tattoos.
Dragon Food
Feed hungry guests with these fiery dragon-approved treats:
- Dragon dogs – hot dogs roasted over a firepit
- Dragon claws – chicken fingers or wings
- Dragon scales – triangle cut sandwiches
- Dragon fire pasta salad with red sauce
- Knight and princess cupcakes
For an extra touch, label each dish with a fun dragon-related name like “Toothless’ Tail” or “Stormfly’s Spikes.”
Entertainment and Activities
In addition to eating, kids will have a blast with entertainment and dragon training:
- Dragon piñata – Kids take turns hitting a dragon-shaped piñata filled with candy
- Dragon egg hunt – Hide plastic eggs around the party area filled with coins, candy, temporary tattoos, etc.
- Dragon training camp – Set up stations for kids to do target practice with nerf guns, ring toss with hula hoops, and more!
- Dragon limbo – Use an inflatable dragon headpiece and have kids go under the “dragon” without touching it
- Dragon crafts – Make dragon masks, wings, or print coloring sheets
End the party by watching one of the How to Train Your Dragon movies with popcorn.
Dragon Party Favors
Send home happy campers with dragon swag like:
- Dragon eggs or fake gold coins
- Plastic viking helmets
- Stuffed dragon toys
- Dragon temporary tattoos
- How to Train Your Dragon cups, hats, or t-shirts
Customize the items with each child’s name for a special memento they can treasure.
Bringing the Isle of Berk to Life
A How to Train Your Dragon party lets kids step into their favorite fantasy world for a day. The Isle of Berk comes alive through:
- Viking and medieval decor
- Fiery colors like red, orange, black, and green
- Dragons, dragons, everywhere!
- Engaging games and activities to immerse guests
- Tasty treats and favors to excite the senses
With a little imagination, you can transform any venue into a dragon-filled land of adventure.
Most importantly, let children take the lead, using their creativity to add special touches and make the day their own. A How to Train Your Dragon birthday party powered by a child’s wonder and excitement is guaranteed to be epic!
Final Tips
Here are a few closing recommendations for your How to Train Your Dragon birthday:
- Incorporate movie soundtrack music to set the mood
- Have kids wear viking helmets or dragon costumes
- Use the party as a chance to teach lessons about courage, loyalty, and friendship
- Capture the fun in photos to commemorate the occasion
- Relax and enjoy your little vikings feeling fierce and free!
