41 Of The Greatest Circus Theme Party Ideas

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Why a Circus Party?

If you’ve been living under a rock, you may not have seen The Greatest Showman when it came out last year or when it was released to DVD and Blu-Ray this year. If you haven’t seen it, you’re totally missing out. It’s the best circus movie and probably the best movie musical I’ve ever seen. And it’s inspired circus party craze everywhere. And that circus party craze isn’t going anywhere. From The Greatest Showman to Dumbo, circus themes are around to stay! Dumbo is still one of the most popular even though it’s kind of lame ride at Walt Disney World. And I recommend you skip it if you only have one day at Disney World. Dumbo, one of the most classic movies of all time. And saddest.

The Best Circus Party Ideas

Okay so between The Greatest Showman and Dumbo, I’m guessing the circus party theme isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Not only that, it’s just plain fun. Color, junk food, and daring entertainment = one amazing party! These circus party ideas can help you pull off the greatest party ever!

Circus Theme Party Food Ideas

One of the most important parts of any circus is great food! And I’ve rounded up some of the cutest circus party ideas in the form of food you’ve ever seen. You might even say the greatest menu you’ve ever seen! From popcorn to circus animal cheesecake, there’s pretty much something for every age, every appetite, and every color scheme! Elephant Circus Peanuts from The Sweetest Occasion Circus Popcorn Cupcakes from Mess for Less Marshmallow dumbbells from Spaceships and Laserbeams Vendor Boxes from Bringing Home Ezra Cotton Candy Cones from Gwynn Wasson Designs Bucket of Animal Crackers from Then She Smiles Custom Circus Cookies from Sugar Chic Design DIY Popcorn Bar from Your Home Based Mom Veggie Clown from Angenuity Water Elephant Fruit Salad from Weddings by Susan Sno-Cone Cupcakes (that look like clown hair) from The Partioligist The Cutest Clown Cupcakes from Amee’s Savory Dish Circus Animal Cheesecake from Aww Sam Grape Balloon Animals from Kiddie Foodies

Circus Theme Party Decorations

A circus party isn’t a circus party unless it looks like a circus. Think big-top tents, red and white stripes, and of course – lots of color! These are some of the cutest circus decorations (and circus party supplies) I could find! Dumbo’s mom would be proud. Popcorn Balloon Arch from Lola Tangled Noses for Clowning Around by Inspired by This Circus Party Rosettes from The Parties That Pop DIY Fake Dumbbell from Lu Loves Handmade DIY Tablecloth Circus Tent Backdrop from Nice People Stamp Circus Centerpieces from Rosie’s Posh Parties Carnival Themed Fabric Banner from Starlit Nest DIY Circus Party Hats from Oh Happy Day Vintage Circus Party Invites from Party Monkey

Circus Theme Party Games & Activities

One of the highlights of any circus is the entertainment. Watching someone swing from a trapeze to watching a lion jump through a flaming hoop of doom – it’s the entertainment that makes it a circus. Pick any of these fun activities to make your circus almost as fun as a real one. Almost! High Wire Walk (and other circus ideas) from Delightful Learning Feed the Elephant Game from Planet of the Apels Candy Guess the Number Game from East Coast Mommy Printable Circus Bingo Game Big-Top Photo Booth from Bird’s Party Flaming Hoops Circus Activity from The Inspired Treehouse Balloon Dart Toss & Other DIY Carnival Games from Play Party Plan Tin Can Alley Game from Dig A Dig Home

Circus Party Favors

You can’t send people home empty handed! Instead help them remember what a wonderful time they had at your circus party with one of these great circus theme party favors or goody bags! Vintage Circus Animal Favor Bags from Josie Kat Strunk Fish in a Bag Soaps from Mad Hatter Party Vintage Animal Jar Favors from Michelle’s Party Plan-It Cotton Candy Circus Favors from Just Baked Sweet Big-Top Box Favors from M Gulin Paper Crafts