Nothing says summer like a pool party, especially if it's a kid's birthday. If you're lucky enough to have a pool in the sizzling summer heat, there are a variety of ways to use birthday pool party ideas to have a memorable party. The best thing about hosting a pool party is that the activity is already there for you. The kids will be swimming and you'll be free to just keep the party moving. Does this Spark an idea?
Setting the Stage
You want the pool party to start at midday when the sun is hottest. This will encourage most folks to get in the pool. Having decorations outside and floating toys in the pool will divert everyone outside, and get kids excited about jumping right in. Have food ready and waiting for the guests when they arrive. Adults who are just there to watch their kids will appreciate having a cold drink, something to nosh on and a shady place to sit and watch or socialize. Make sure to have extra towels and sunblock on hand.
Frozen Shirt Game
A great game for a pool party is the Frozen Shirt Game. The night before the party, soak a bunch of old t-shirts in water and wring them out. Fold them neatly and place them in the freezer overnight. Right before the party, take them out to defrost a tiny bit. When you're ready for the game, hand each kid a frozen t-shirt. Tell them the game is: whoever can unfold and put on their shirt first, wins. This game is harder than it sounds and fun to watch!
Cake and Presents
Serve the cake outdoors, since everyone will be wet. It's fun if the cake is decorated with a pool theme. A pool scene made out of blue frosting with small dolls (like PollyPockets) floating around on tiny graham cracker rafts is fun. Kids may want to swim again after the cake. Presents can be opened outside as well, but you may want to skip this activity until after everyone goes home since things inevitably get wet.
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