Are your kids fans of Roger Federer or Rafael Nadal, then plan a tennis-themed birthday party for them.
Decorate your party with yellow, green, and white items. Create a table covering out of dark green felt or rectangular table cloth; attach a Ping-Pong net; use white duct tape to mimic court lines – this will set the perfect atmosphere!
Entertainment
No matter the event – be it your son’s first tennis win or your friend’s love of the sport – hosting a party is an effective way of showing them you care! Use tennis-themed invitations and decorations to set an unforgettable atmosphere for them: opt for preppy argyle designs for children’s birthday celebrations or sporting cards featuring round-robin tournament themes to set the right atmosphere!
Use yellow, green and white tableware to add an authentic tennis atmosphere to any space. Tablecloths and napkins are an easy way to start this look; paper table runners with tennis ball designs on them or fake grass mats add even more flare! Or create an eye-catching centerpiece on the table using tennis-related items, such as racquets.
Give your guests an authentic tennis court experience by serving food and drinks that reflect the elegance of the sport itself. Try offering something like strawberry and cream cheese tennis cake as dessert; making homemade frosting will produce a light, airy texture perfect for this type of cake. As appetizers, classic mozzarella & tomato salad or fontina mushroom quiche will certainly hit home runs among your guests.
Games and activities are an essential element of any children’s party. If you have access to a tennis court, consider hosting a tennis tournament for guests at your party; alternatively hire a tennis coach who can teach basic tennis lessons to them as part of their lesson program.
Other fun tennis-themed games to try are Simon Says wherein the participants must perform tennis basics like ready position and follow through. Bouncer tag games for younger crowds is sure to provide hours of entertainment, while as an added keepsake have your children sign a giant tennis ball as keepsakes!
Encourage your guests to come ready for the game by requiring them to wear tennis shoes and attire inspired by Serena Williams or Bjorn Borg – or, even better, implement a dress code consisting of shades of green that correspond with Wimbledon colors! To set an appropriate scene at your game day event.
Decorations
Tennis themed parties are great fun for both kids and adults. No matter their interest in tennis, whether playing themselves or just watching professionals compete, a round robin tournament or grand slam viewing party can make for an unforgettable experience. No matter your goal for this party, easy-to-make tennis food and decorations will ensure everyone has an unforgettable day!
Decorate with green and yellow tablecloths, plates and cups. Cut a circle in old tennis balls and fill them with candy as cute table decorations or place settings; also consider purchasing chain link paper tassels that match the colors of tennis balls for additional decoration on tables.
Paint a plain white table or Ping-Pong table with dark green paint for an authentic tennis court effect, using white duct tape to mimic the lines on a tennis court for added realism. Bright yellow paper napkins and yellow/green streamers add pops of color while tennis-themed posters or banners can also be displayed around your party space.
Serve refreshing drinks to quench your guests’ thirst after their tennis games, such as lemonade. Lemonade is always popular after an intensive round. Indulge your guests by providing finger sandwiches made with cucumber and cream cheese or fontina and mushroom quiche for an irresistibly flavorful treat! For added flair, place food trays designed like tennis rackets or balls!
End your refreshment options with delicious desserts. A tennis-shaped cake is always popular; alternatively, cupcakes decorated like tennis balls and gummy tennis racquets could make for great options too!
A tennis photo booth is an engaging way to add entertainment and photos for guests to share on social media. Plus, you can purchase tennis-themed props like face towels, sweatbands and cheap visors to remind guests about your event long after its concluded!
Food
No matter if it’s your child’s birthday or the US Open, throwing a tennis-themed party will ensure your guests have an exciting time! Decorate with shades of green, yellow and white; encourage guests to dress as their favorite tennis player such as Serena Williams, Bjorn Borg, Yannick Noah or Roger Federer for added flair; Tulle tennis skirts and headbands make great accessories for kids to wear during this occasion.
Serve food in containers inspired by tennis, such as plastic rackets or old trophies. Or add brightly-colored paper tassels to make plates, cups and napkins look like real courts! There is even tableware designed specifically to create this look – such as matching tennis ball- and racket-shaped plates, cups and napkins to complete the effect.
Consider filling your tennis-themed party with an exciting pinata activity like filling it with sweets and treats as the main attraction. Or you could host a round robin tournament among your guests, awarding one person (or team) with a new tennis bag to celebrate their win!
As for dessert, bake cupcakes shaped like tennis balls and frost them with yellow icing for extra authenticity. Use a thin white icing pen to draw lines depicting tennis balls on each cupcake for even greater authenticity! Serve these on a table covered with green-colored cloth or felt so your dining area feels more like a court!
Drinkware can also be decorated to fit the theme. Use glass paint to draw rackets and tennis balls on goblets or wine glasses, and repurpose old trophies as serving trays for snacks like grilled corn or macaroni and cheese.
Set up a fun photo booth using tennis rackets and balls as props to take unforgettable pictures of your guests. For added impact, create a tennis-ball-shaped photo frame so your pictures stand out more.
Goody Bags
Sports-themed parties are surefire hits for any special event. Balloons in team colors add flair while hanging a birthday banner with the guest of honor’s name and age on it can set an inviting scene. Plus, offering hot dogs, hamburgers, popcorn and peanuts gives the party that stadium feeling!
If your backyard tennis court allows for it, organize a round-robin tournament among your guests to determine who the overall champion is and award their team with a prize like a new tennis bag! Or host a scavenger hunt where guests must locate items related to sports in different rooms in the room; this activity can be especially engaging and thrilling for older children!
Food and dessert suggestions that pair perfectly with a tennis-themed party include cupcakes, finger sandwiches, pizza, grilled cheese or any of its derivatives such as melted mozzarella. You could serve these on a platter or food tier tray to create an appealing presentation. Alternatively, decorate sugar cookies to look like tennis balls and rackets and pack into clear cellophane bags as the ideal party favor.
As your guests will likely want a refreshing beverage after playing tennis, stock up on lemonade pitchers and water bottles stocked with it. Add an extra special touch by decorating these beverages with fun soccer-related labels on both.
Snacks can be just as satisfying when it comes to beverages. Create an impressive display with cucumber and cream cheese finger sandwiches or whip up some fontina and mushroom quiche; alternatively serve them on a plate or food tier tray along with slices of tomatoes and green apples for maximum enjoyment!
As guests are departing, provide them with one final surprise in the form of a photo booth featuring unique props for photos with friends and family that they can then post online for instant fame! Photo booths add the perfect final touch to a tennis-themed party event!