Fins On! Fun and Creative Shark Party Ideas
Shark Week and Shark Themed Parties seem to be very popular these days! So I thought I would put together these great Shark Party Ideas to help you plan your party!
There is so much fascination over sharks. They are powerful large and scary and this appeals to a lot of kids as well as adults.
It is natural that kids would want to have a shark birthday party just as much as adults would have fun hosting a Shark Week party!
Plus there are some really cute shark foods to make, drinks and great ways to decorate the party space like the deep blue ocean. If the weather is nice it’s great to host the party in your backyard.
If you have a backyard pool or have access to a pool club it is a lot of fun to have a shark pool party where the kids can splash for hours!
I made these Shark Fin Jello Cups for the kiddos a few years ago but just made this adult version into Shark Fin Jello Shots! So fun!
Shark Party Decorations:
Here are some Fin-Tastic shark party decorating ideas to turn your party space into shark-filled waters!
- Hang blue and white streamers or crepe paper from the ceiling to create an underwater feeling.
- Set up a “shark zone” sign at the entrance of the party area to let guests know they’ve arrived.
- Hang a shark piñata in an open area – this is a great party decoration and game for the kids. Fill it with small toys and candy for the party games later on.
- Set up a shark photo booth area with ocean-inspired props like beach balls, snorkeling gear, and sea shells. You can also use shark-themed party decorations like cut-outs of sharks and seaweed.
- Make a shark balloon arch or display using blue and gray balloons to create a fun focal point in the party area.
Shark Party Food Ideas:
There are so many fun ways to make cute shark foods! Shark jello cups, shark cookies or cupcakes and more.
- Shark-shaped sandwiches are a great way to feed your guests. You can use a shark-shaped cookie cutter to cut out bread, cheese, and lunch meat. Then, add lettuce, tomato, and condiments to complete the sandwich.
- Mini shark-shaped pizzas are another fun option. Use a shark-shaped cookie cutter to cut out pizza dough, then add pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings of your choice.
- Blue Shark Fin Jello Cups with shark fins on the spoons. A simple but fun dessert idea.
- Shark fin cupcakes are a great way to add a fun element to your dessert table. Use fondant or candy melts to make shark fins that you can place on top of cupcakes.
- Shark attack punch is a fun drink idea. You can use blue-colored punch and add gummy sharks floating inside to create a fun, ocean-themed drink for your guests.
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Shark Party Favors:
These Shark Gift Bags are perfect to hand out with the shark favors you will see below. Shopping online for party favors is a real timesaver when putting together party favor bags!
Here are some great sharky favor ideas!
- Small shark plushies or stuffed animals are cute and cuddly options for party favors.
- Shark tooth necklaces are a fun and unique party favor. You can find these online or at a party supply store.
- Shark temporary tattoos are a perfect option for kids who love sharks. You can find these online or at a hobby store.
- Bubble wands with shark toppers are a fun option for young children. You can find these online or at a toy store.
- Shark sunglasses or shark hats are a fun way for your guests to show off their shark-loving spirit.
Remember, the key to having a successful shark-themed party is to have fun and get creative with your decorations, food, and party favors
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Shark Party Ideas & Supplies:
- Shark favors
- Shark decorations
- Shark party foods
Shark Crafts and Shark Party Ideas
Shark week is the perfect time to get creative with some shark crafts! This roundup has everything from easy projects for kids to more intricate ideas that are perfect for a party. There's even a free printable! Whether you're looking for something simple or want to go all out, there's definitely something here for you.
Edit this shark birthday party invitation with your child's information to invite guests to join in the fintastic fun!
These adorable shark rice krispie treats have the prettiest blue colors and are easy to serve at parties.
These Shark Party Food Applesauce Cups are perfect for a shark themed birthday party, or any time you're feeling a little bit sharky! They're easy to make and would also make great take-home favors.
These sweet shark cupcakes are easy to make and perfect for any shark birthday party! Ocean waves of icing make these a cool cupcake with the added gummy shark on top!
These fun and easy Shark Fin Jello Cups are perfect for your next shark or beach themed party. They're also great for celebrating Shark Week! These cups are simple to make, using only a few ingredients. Enjoy!
Shark week is the perfect time to throw a creative and fun party. These shark party supplies will help you do just that! With everything from decorations to recipes, we've got you covered. So dive into these ideas and have a blast this shark week!
These free shark printable activity pages are perfect for kids of all ages. Download and print these free shark printable activity pages for kids. Perfect for grade school kids plus educational. Fun for Shark Week and shark parties!
What could be more perfect to serve than a glass of blue ocean water with gummy sharks swimming around?!
Easy Shark Cookies - soft and chewy with waves of blue icing on top!
These shark cupcakes are perfect for birthday parties or shark week celebrations!
This year during shark week, get creative in the kitchen and make some fun shark-themed treats! These s’mores pops are a great place to start.
It's shark week and you're looking for a way to celebrate in style. These shark cupcakes are perfect for any occasion! With just a few ingredients, you can make these delicious treats that will have everyone talking.
Celebrate shark week with some fun and creative recipes! These shark-shaped sandwiches are perfect for a party or get together. And they're easy to make, too!
These Shark Fin Jello Shots are perfect for a summer pool party or shark-themed party! They're easy to make and will be a hit with your guests. Add this fun recipe to your next party plan!
Ocean waters become a little red in this shark bite cocktail! Make it your own and enjoy for Shark Week or at the beach!
Looking for an easy and fun party treat? These shark lollipops are perfect! They're simple enough that anyone can make them, but they'll still impress your guests. Plus, they're the perfect way to celebrate Shark Week!
Just think of the hours of fun the kids will have using this Giant Shark Sprinkler Kids Inflatable Water Toy! Perfect for your backyard shark birthday party!
Just as fun as a ball pit, turn your trampoline into a giant shark tank full of balloons! Kids will enjoy the shark filled tank for hours!
What a great way for guests to enter the shark birthday party! Plastic tablecloths can be used to create these fin-tastic ocean waves!
Looking for ways to celebrate Shark Week without breaking the bank? Check out these tips for throwing a shark dinner party on a budget. From recipes to table settings, we've got you covered. So dive into this guide and start planning your perfect shark-themed soiree!
Looking for an impressive cake to make for your next party? This shark-shaped cake is perfect for shark week celebrations, or any other get-together. With just a few simple ingredients and tools, you can create this showstopping dessert.
This shark cookie recipe is perfect for Shark Week. The cookies are made with goldfish crackers on the inside, making them look like sharks swimming in the ocean. They're easy to make and sure to be a hit at your next party!
These cupcakes take Shark Week to a whole new level. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make these delicious treats that will have your guests asking for more. Let's get baking!
Looking for a fun breakfast idea to celebrate shark week? Check out these delicious and creative shark-shaped waffles! They're perfect for kids and adults alike and are sure to get you excited for some amazing shark-themed festivities.
In honor of Shark Week, we're sharing the CUTEST DIY Shark Mittens. This easy craft is perfect for kids and adults alike! Get creative and have some fun this Shark Week!
This shark puppet is easy and fun to make with supplies from the dollar store. It's perfect for shark week or any time of year. Kids will love playing with this silly puppet.
Create a festive atmosphere at your next shark week party with these easy-to-make shark jaw decorations. Made from paper plates, these jaws are simple to put together and will add some excitement to any room. So get ready to celebrate Shark Week in style with these fun and easy decorations!
This shark alphabet game is perfect for kids of all ages. It's simple to make and can be adapted to fit any skill level. Plus, it's a great way to get in some learning during Shark Week!
Learn your ABCs with these fun Shark Week-themed flashcards! This clever craft is perfect for kids of all ages. Plus, it's a great way to use up any extra fabric scraps lying around. Happy crafting!
Hosting a shark week party? Check out these tips and tricks for throwing an epic bash that will have your guests swimming in excitement. From recipes to crafts, we've got you covered with everything you need to make your party a success. So dive into the fun and start planning today!
Looking for a creative and easy way to dress up as a shark for this year's Shark Week? Look no further than this simple guide on how to make your very own DIY shark costume. With just a few supplies that you may already have at home, you can be swimming in the ocean (or your nearest pool) in no time!
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I’m going to have to try a few of these ideas because our family loves shark week. This would be fun to do a whole theme thing.
Shannon ~ bohemianjunktion.com
YAHOO! thank you so much for including my shark cookies in this awesome round up! 🙂
You’re welcome, Lisa! They are very cute! I remember them for WW last year!
I love this, what fun ideas! Thanks for linking it up to Cook it! Craft it! Share it!
Wow! What a great collection! Makes me wish my son was little again so we can have a shark party!
I know, Corrinna, I love all these Shark crafts and treats! So fun for the kids!
Thanks so much for sharing my Feed the Shark Activity! The activity is actually from Toddler Approved, not Discover Create Learn.
Hi Kristina,
If you leave me the correct link to your Shark Activity, I will correct it in my post. I do my best to share from the original source. Sorry!
Susan
Hi Susan,
I just love, love, love all the shark ideas. I will definitely bookmark this page. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks, Diane, they are super cute for the kids!
Love these creative shark party ideas! The fin-tastic decorations and shark-tastic games are purr-fect for a fun and memorable party. Can’t wait to try out the shark-themed cake idea 🐳🎂.