An Elsa and Anna themed party has become a kids party classic, but throwing a kids party is a little different when living in NYC. Here's our guide to throwing one in your NYC Apartment.
1. Party Vision & Budget
Theme: Center the party around the "Frozen" characters Elsa and Anna, focusing on winter magic, ice, and the sisterly bond.
Budget: Plan for the guest list, décor, entertainment, food, and party favors. Factor in costs for hiring a professional character from NYC Party Characters.
2. Invitations
Design: Create icy blue, white, and purple-themed invitations featuring Elsa and Anna. Use glitter and snowflake designs for an elegant touch.
Digital Option: For a modern touch, send animated e-invites with music from the movie.
3. Apartment Setup
Space Considerations: Your Upper East Side apartment may be cozy, so focus on maximizing space by arranging furniture to create an open area for activities.
Decorations:
Winter Wonderland: Adorn the apartment with silver, white, and light blue balloons, streamers, and twinkling fairy lights. Create a backdrop with snowflakes and icicles for photo opportunities.
Table Setup: Use Elsa and Anna tableware. Consider a blue or white tablecloth, snowflake napkins, and themed plates and cups.
Entrance: Welcome guests with a snowy doorway made of white balloons or fabric, setting the magical tone from the start.
4. Hiring Elsa & Anna
Character Experience: Hire an Elsa and/or Anna character from NYC Party Characters. They can entertain children with storytelling, singing "Let It Go," and leading games.
Timing: Have the characters arrive midway through the party to keep excitement levels high.
Activities: They can participate in a “Frozen Sing-Along,” a "Royal Coronation Ceremony," and take part in a group photo session. Ensure you coordinate timing with the company.
5. Food & Drinks
Theme-Inspired Menu: Keep the menu simple yet magical.
Main Dish: Serve "Olaf’s Snowball Sandwiches" (turkey and cheese sliders) or "Frozen Snowflake Pizzas" (mini pizzas cut into snowflake shapes).
Snacks: Offer blue jello cups as “Elsa’s Ice Cubes,” snowflake cookies, and white chocolate pretzel sticks as “Frozen Wands.”
Drinks: Serve blue punch or lemonade with sugar rims as “Ice Princess Punch.” Have a hot chocolate station for a cozy winter touch.
Cake: A themed cake with Elsa and Anna figurines or an ice castle design is a must. Consider cupcakes with blue frosting and snowflake toppers for easy serving.
6. Entertainment & Games
Frozen Sing-Along: Have a sing-along session with the movie's soundtrack. Create a mini stage area for kids to perform.
Snowball Toss: Set up a game where children toss “snowballs” (cotton balls or soft white balls) into buckets for prizes.
Pin the Nose on Olaf: A fun twist on the classic party game.
Snowflake Craft Station: Provide paper, scissors, and glitter for kids to make their own snowflakes to take home.
7. Party Favors
Snowflake Wands: Give each guest a glittery snowflake wand as a favor.
Frozen Goodie Bags: Include small toys like snowflake stickers, "Frozen" coloring books, or mini Elsa and Anna figures.
Personalized Treat Bags: Pack blue candy, snowflake-shaped cookies, or a small jar of “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” marshmallow mix.
8. Music & Atmosphere
Frozen Soundtrack: Have the soundtrack playing in the background to keep the theme alive. Incorporate instrumental versions of the songs for a more relaxed atmosphere during mealtime.
Lighting: Use dimmable lights and soft white and blue hues to create a magical winter feel.
9. Safety & Comfort
Apartment-Friendly Games: Choose activities that are suitable for the indoor space. Avoid anything that requires too much running or large props.
Comfort: If space is limited, offer cozy seating with floor cushions and blankets for kids to relax between activities.
10. Final Touches
Photos: Set up a photo corner with props like tiaras, Olaf hats, and capes so guests can take pictures with Elsa and Anna.
Thank You Notes: After the party, send out thank-you notes that match the theme, with a group photo from the event.
With careful planning, this Frozen-themed party will be an enchanting experience that your guests will talk about for a long time!
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