We normally throw a sizable birthday party for Molly and Jack. Since it's two kid birthday parties at once we like to spoil them a little. We usually outsource and have the party outside of the home because 1) it's two kids, 2) it minimizes clean-up and stress and 3) our house really isn't big enough for two birthday parties at the same time.
This year with COVID, social distancing, and significantly less contact with the outside world, we knew a traditional party wasn't in the cards, but we still wanted to make everyone feel special and loved. Instead we asked the kids to make a list over everyone who they wanted to see and have been in regular contact via Facetime play dates, family, social distance park plays etc.
Next we asked them about special activities they wanted to do that would be permittable.
As we wrapped up our last "birthday" activity, just under a month after their actual birthdays, I must admit I liked this better. Instead of being overwhelmed by a sea of children, planning and exhaustion, they were able to savour each experience and spend time with their friends with undivided attention. Next year, COVID or no COVID (hopefully no Covid) we may even opt for something similar. Added bonus - It also saved us a fair bit of money.
Because it's summer and it's been fun to stretch things out, here are some of the ideas we had, ways we celebrated and ideas for future birthdays.
16 Ideas for Social Distanced Birthday Fun
Tea Party in the Park
Outdoor Projector Screen Movie Night (we watched Lost Boys)
Lunch BBQ & Playdate
Park Water Balloon Fight
Backyard Sushi Dinner with A Friend
Classic Playground Park Play
Pie In The Face Shaving Cream Pie Fight
Miniature Golf
Ice Cream Parlour or Truck Visit
Hike
Afternoon at the Beach
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
Bike Rodeo/ Obstacle Course
Geocaching
Outdoor Arts & Craft Class
Tie Dying Clothes
Have a great outdoor gathering idea as we move into colder weather? Please share!
No comments:
Post a Comment