We included ideas that will work for all ages, whether for kids or the kids at heart.
You might be surprised at how good it feels to help celebrate a birthday without throwing a party!
DIY a Birthday Card
Go for glitter with this festivehandmade birthday card.
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It’s quick and easy to make, and the end result is so sparkly-good.
Decorate Cupcakes
Bake up the birthday girl (or boy’s!
)favorite cupcake recipe, then put out all of the toppings for them to customize their own treat.
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Try a new polish and some sweet-smelling lotion and ah-away!
Make a Secret Message
This is such afun outdoor game ideafor an early reader!
Use cardboard and large letter stickers to spell out a birthday message.
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Stack the letters out of order and let the birthday boy or girl unscramble the hidden words!
And what to do if you’re intimidated by a spatula?
Order a store-bought cake and add one of these easycake decorating ideas.
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Make a batch ofhomemade cocktailswith the birthday girl’s favorite flavors.
Don’t forget to cheers!
And don’t forget the cones!
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Do a Craft Together
For creative kids, this is aperfect birthday activity.
This fun sailboat making project uses simple materials like pool noodles, electrical tape, and skewers.
This simple DIY project is easy to make and is so darn cute.
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She may even want to hang it on her wall as art!
Workout Together
Take a virtual workout class together.
A birthday card from you!
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Let it be a simple way that you celebrate their day and make them feel extra special.
Make Brunch
Plan to linger over lattes and eggs benedict with a birthday brunch date at home.
Ice cream cake cones for breakfast?
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Eating dinner on a picnic blanket in the living room with a favorite movie?
It’s a super fun way to make a special day even more memorable.
This simple activity will show that you care enough to plan ahead.
Don’t forget fun drinks!
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