Are you looking to host a Toy Story-themed birthday party? Or do you just need some general-themed activity ideas? If so, you have come to the right place! We have compiled a list of twenty games, activities, and food ideas for you to use at your next event. Read on to become inspired by DIY crafts and recipes to bring this Disney classic-themed party to life.
1. Buzz Lightyear Rocket Piñata
Why buy a piñata when you can make one? Your birthday boy or girl will have so much fun creating this paper mache balloon piñata with you. Once the paper mache around the balloon hardens, glue on tissue paper to create a rocket!
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2. Slinky Dog Craft
This activity is both cute and simple, requiring only black and brown construction paper. Add this to a craft station for kids to do during your next party, but be sure to have a finished one as an example.
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3. Pig Puppet
This pig puppet is adorable and easy to make by gathering some white paper bags and pink paint. Kids will absolutely love making their very own Hamm that can say “I can tell” over and over again, just like in the movie!
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4. Robot Puppet
It’s time to make Sparks Sparks! He will have so much more fun being at your house than at Sunnyside Daycare. What kind of sarcasm will your child make this puppet say? Find out after you have painted a white paper bag green and added paint for the eyes.
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5. Parachute Army Men
A Toy Story craft table would not be complete without parachute army men. After painting the bowls with acrylic paint, use fishing wire to tie to bowl to the army men. Be sure to have a step stool handy for kids to try out their finished parachutes!
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6. Potato Head Cookies
Interactive activities that are also edible are sure to be a hit at any party. Print out a few colored photos of different potato head ideas for kids to use as a reference while decorating. They are sure to love designing their very own Mr. (or Mrs.) Potato Head!
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7. Buzz Lightyear Paper Craft
If you have many colors of construction paper at your disposal, then you likely have everything you need for this inventive craft! Cut out all the pieces you see here, and have them prepared in plastic bags. Kids can add their own facial features once the glue dries.
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8. Character Book Marks
These bookmarks make an adorable gift! You can decide to have materials available for all three characters or pick one for kids to create themselves. Be sure to have children write their names on the back as many bookmarks will look similar.
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9. Alien Cupcakes
A themed birthday party is not complete without themed food to go with it! These cupcakes are relatively easy to make and will look adorable next to your Toy Story decorations.
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10. Maze Game
Mini-games are a great addition to any party. Print out a few of these for kids to do once they have completed a craft. It’s always good to have a time filler available for those who finish early. Who can get Buzz to the aliens first?
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11. Ham and Egg Game
After super gluing a farm animal on top of orange Solo cups, you’ll place painter’s tape on the floor and instruct kids to stay behind the line. Each kid will receive three eggs to throw, with the goal being to knock down a farm animal. The winner earns a toy pig!
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12. Dino Darts
This Dino Dart game will require supervision, but the game is so worth it! Be sure to put prizes inside each balloon before blowing them up. Use painter’s tape to draw a line on the ground for kids to stand behind when throwing their darts.
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13. Forky Hair Clip
Toy Story 4 introduced a new, very popular, character named Forky. Why not turn him into a fashionable hair clip? You will need an alligator hair clip and a piece of white felt to cover the clip. Then buy some disposable forks and you’re ready to go!
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14. DIY Jessie Hat
You’ll need a red cowboy hat and a pack of shoelaces to turn this hat into Jessie’s. Both can be found at your local dollar store. Rope trim will be used for the head and a single-hole punch is perfect for creating the holes.
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15. Paint Pumpkins
Will your Toy Story-themed take place in October? If so, this craft is perfect for bringing in the season and the movie. Kids will have so much fun painting their pumpkins. Be sure to have a couple on display so they can see the end result.
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16. Claw Game
Looking for a monster activity or game to add to your party? This “claw” is actually magnetic, so it’s more like a fishing game. But, the cute silver pipe cleaners on one end of the magnet make this a lot more amusing while adding a Toy story twist.
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17. Alien Handprint Card
These alien handprint cards make the perfect Thank You note. Kids can use their own handprints and add any messages of their choice! Be sure they know that they will receive their handprint back in the mail.
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18. Toy Story Bingo
It’s Bingo time, Toy Story style! While this is tailored to car use, you could also play it in your home. Does your child have a lot of road construction toys? If so, utilize these to play this game with your guests.
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19. Connect The Dots
These pre-made digital activities are the perfect addition to all the kid games you have planned. Similar to the maze game (item 10 above) printing out a few can connect-the-dot puzzles is a perfect choice for early craft finishers.
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20. Toy Story Cake
This cake may appear complicated, but really just requires a lot of fondues, which is super easy to make with marshmallows. The trickiest part will be adding color to complete your masterpiece!
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