Summer brings with it a sense of endless possibilities for birthday party themes. Whether you’re into sports, nature or animals, this season is sure to inspire you with endless summer themed first birthday party ideas.

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With summer finally here, what better way to celebrate your little ones first birthday than with a “First Trip Around the Sun” theme?

You can entertain your little guests with activities such as a sensory bin filled with moon sand and star-shaped cookie cutters, as well as a photo booth with props like suns, rainbows and planets.

If you’re in need of a party planner, I have a First Trip Around the Sun themed printable party planner available in my Etsy shop!

Looking for goodie bag stuffer ideas? Try washable tattoos, stickers, or squishy stars.

Make your child’s first birthday party out of this world with an outer space themed party! Start by decorating the party space with planets, stars and astronauts.

A fun craft to keep the little ones entertained would be to set up a cardboard rocket spaceship for guests to color.

For the snacks, you can serve up some galaxy-themed treats like star-shaped sandwiches and cookies with a galaxy decorated cake topped with a rocket ship.

Lastly, for party favors, send your little astronauts home with a handful of glow in the dark stars, a squishy star and a rocket crayon. With these ideas, your one year old’s birthday party is sure to be a blast!

If you’re in need of a party planner, I have a First Trip Around the Sun themed printable party planner available in my Etsy shop!

This is a theme your husband will gladly let you shop for! Decorate with golf-themed decorations like green turf, golf balls, and flags. Consider setting up a putting station for guests of all ages to enjoy. Serve golf-themed snacks like pretzel sticks as “golf clubs” and cupcakes with golf ball toppers. Don’t forget to send guests home with party favors like golf ball cups or sun glasses. With these ideas, you can create a fun and memorable celebration for your little one’s first birthday.

If you’re in need of a party planner, I have a Hole in One themed printable party planner available in my Etsy shop!

A “One in a Melon” themed birthday party is perfect for summer and can be incorporated into all aspects of the party, from the decorations to the food. For decorations, use watermelon balloons, tablecloths, and centerpieces. For food, serve watermelon slices, watermelon juice, and even watermelon-shaped cookies. Don’t forget to have a smash cake for the birthday boy or girl to dig into! With a little creativity, throwing a “One in a Melon” party can be a fun and memorable experience this summer.

For more inspiration, check out the One in a Melon party I threw for my daughter!

If you’re in need of a party planner, I have a One in a Melon themed printable party planner available in my Etsy shop!

Did you have a “Sweet as can Bee” themed baby shower? Let’s get some more use out of those decorations and carry on the theme for your little ones first birthday party! Any black and gold decorations you have can easily be incorporated into this theme, just add in a Happy Bee Day backdrop, bee cupcake toppers and some honey flavored food and you’re all set! How cute is the bee hive water dispenser?? Your little one’s bee-themed party is sure to be a buzzing success!

If you’re in need of a party planner, I have a First Bee Day themed printable party planner available in my Etsy shop!

Baseball-themed birthday parties are a perfect way for a sports-loving family to celebrate their little ones big day. To create a home run party, turn the food table into a concession stand, serve your fruit or dessert in these plastic baseball hats, and use wood serving trays and stands for a more rustic look. Add in some sports-themed plates, cups, and food trays and your party will look like a mini stadium.

For activities, set up a batting cage with a plastic bat and ball or play a game of wiffle ball for the older guests. You can also have a baseball piñata. No baseball-themed party is complete without snacks, so serve hot dogs, popcorn, and peanuts. Finally, don’t forget the cake! A baseball cake or cupcakes will add the perfect finishing touch to the festivities. If you’re feeling ambitious, you can make your own baseball cake with these circle cake pans. Let’s hope yours turns out better than mine did!