Planning a unicorn themed celebration? Whether it’s for a toddler, a tween, or anyone who loves sparkles and pastel magic, this guide will walk you through the best unicorn birthday party ideas to make your event whimsical, colorful, and effortlessly beautiful.
Unicorn parties are all about color, magic, and joy. With the right mix of themed decorations, fun activities, and adorable treats, you can create a celebration your child will remember forever.
From enchanting decorations to themed treats and adorable party activities, you’ll find everything you need to bring your unicorn party vision to life.
Choose a Unicorn Party Color Palette
Color is everything for setting a magical mood. Here are some stunning palette ideas:
- Pastel Rainbow – Baby pink, lavender, mint, lemon yellow, sky blue
- Sparkle & Gold – Soft pink with metallic gold accents
- Dreamy Ombre – Pink-to-purple or blue-to-purple gradients
- Bright & Fun Rainbow – A bold, colorful palette perfect for younger kids
You can use your color theme across decorations, tableware, stationery and even food styling.
Unicorn Printable Bunting Banners
Bunting and banners instantly transform your space and printable banners make decorating easy, affordable, and reusable.
Here are some ways to style unicorn banners:
- Hang one behind the cake table as a photo backdrop
- Use a “Happy Birthday” unicorn banner at the entrance
- Add mini unicorn flags to dessert tables
- Mix alphabet sets with themed illustrations for personalized names or phrases
If your party has a personalized theme such as “Ava’s Magical Day”, alphabet bunting flags make customization simple and beautiful.
Unicorn-Themed Decorations
Bring the unicorn magic to life with decor ideas that pair perfectly with your bunting:
Backdrops
- A pastel balloon arch with gold stars
- A rainbow fringe curtain
- Cloud shaped hanging decorations
- Unicorn silhouette wall decor
Table Decorations
- Sparkly tablecloths
- Unicorn themed plates and napkins
- Confetti stars and pastel gems scattered across tables
- Cute unicorn centerpieces (plush toys, lanterns, or flowers in pastel vases)
Lighting
- Fairy lights
- Soft pastel LED candles
- Hanging star lanterns
Unicorn Birthday Cake & Treat Ideas
Delight your guests with magical unicorn inspired desserts:
Cake Ideas
- Pastel drip cake with gold unicorn horn
- Rainbow layer cake
- Buttercream rosette unicorn cake
Treat Ideas
- Unicorn cupcakes with edible glitter
- Rainbow fruit skewers
- Pastel swirl cookies
- Unicorn marshmallow pops
- Fairy floss cups
Easy tip: Add printable cupcake toppers that match your decor for a coordinated look.
Fun Unicorn Party Activities
Keep kids entertained with magical hands on fun:
- Unicorn coloring pages
- “Make Your Own Unicorn Horn” craft table
- Unicorn piñata
- Face painting: rainbows, stars & unicorns
- Unicorn treasure hunt
- Photo booth with unicorn props
These activities are easy to set up and double as adorable photo opportunities.
Unicorn Themed Party Favors
Send guests home with magical keepsakes:
- Mini unicorn plushies
- Unicorn stickers & tattoos
- Pastel hair ties or scrunchies
- Rainbow lollipops
- Unicorn themed coloring sheets
- Custom treat bags with matching printable favor tags
Setting Up the Perfect Unicorn Party Table
A coordinated table setup is key:
- Use a pastel runner paired with gold accents
- Add a unicorn centerpiece (ceramic figurine, plush toy, or flowers)
- Layer plates in your theme colors
- Display desserts at different heights using cake stands
- Include a printable menu or food label cards
Make Decorating Easy With Printable Unicorn Banners
Unicorn printables are perfect for parents who want a gorgeous party without the stress. With printable bunting banners, you can:
- Print as many flags as you need
- Mix names, greetings, and illustrations
- Match your theme instantly
- Save money compared to store bought decor
- Reuse for future parties
