47 PAW Patrol Birthday Party Ideas

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Paw Patrol has been a popular kids’ show for almost 10 years, and if your little one loves the courageous and heroic pups, then no doubt Paw Patrol is at the top of the party ideas list for their next upcoming birthday party. 

Party planning, in general, can be stressful, but the good news is that thanks to Paw Patrol’s popularity, there is a diverse range of decorations, invites, cake designs, and themed gift ideas for you to choose from. Then once you combine your supply and decoration options with this complete guide to throwing a Paw Patrol birthday party, that once stressful task will now be an absolute breeze. 

So, if you have a Paw Patrol-obsessed little one, keep reading, as I’ve got all the party ideas you’ll need in one place!

Color Scheme and Paw Patrol Characters

There are eight main pups in the Paw Patrol franchise. The color scheme for your child’s birthday party could be specific to a single pup (as I assume, like my children, they have their favorite), or if you’d prefer, you can also opt for a generic Paw Patrol theme which will focus on red, blue, yellow, and white. 

I’m sure you’re already well aware of the colors of the Paw Patrol characters, but just as a refresher, I’ve listed them below. 

• Chase – Blue
• Everest – Turquoise, orange, and white
• Marshall – Red
• Rocky – Green
• Rubble – Yellow
• Skye – Pink
• Tracker – Khaki green
• Zuma – Orange

Paw Patrol Invitations

Whether you’re opting for traditional hard copy invites or e-invites that you can customize, download, and email out to your guest list, they’re one of the first things you need to consider when planning any party.

I love to go down the traditional invite route as I feel writing in all the relevant information and handing the invites out to your guests feels more personal. But I will say that e-invites have the benefit of being more convenient and cheaper, so the choice is really up to you. 

These Unisex Paw Patrol Invites would be an ideal invite choice, regardless of whether you’re choosing a particular focus character for your party or opting for a generic Paw Patrol theme. Alternatively, if you’re throwing a party for a little girl (or a Skye and Everest-obsessed child), then you can’t go wrong with Pink Skye Paw Patrol Invites.

If you’re strapped for time, or if you’re simply after the convenience of emailing out your invites, then you can edit and download these Generic Paw Patrol E-Invites or these Pink Skye, Everest, and Chase E-Invites.

Paw Patrol Decorations and Supplies

One of the most exciting parts of party planning is gathering all the supplies and decorations for your party. From balloon arches and banners to tablecloths and garlands, you really can get carried away creating a Paw Patrol party to remember.

Balloons

There is nothing I love more than a balloon arch, and although they can be daunting, they’re incredibly easy to put together, especially with the help of an Electric Balloon Pump.

This Paw Patrol Balloon Arch Kit comes in the standard Paw Patrol colors and features paw print balloons, a foil bone balloon, and an additional foil paw print balloon. You can also choose to add in some Foil Character Balloons to amplify the arch even further.

Alternatively, if you’re choosing a specific character for your party, create a balloon arch by gathering colored balloons in the same color as the pup’s shirt.

Garland

Garlands are another great way to get your Paw Patrol theme across, and I have a few different options for you to choose from. 

First is this Multi-Colored Happy Birthday Garland, which features all the Paw Patrol pups. The pack also includes hanging swirl decorations and Paw Patrol character cutouts that you can hang from the ceiling for added decoration.

Second, if you’d prefer an entirely blue garland, I recommend this Paw Patrol Happy Birthday Garland, which comes with hanging swirl character decorations. 

And finally, the cutest garland of them all is this Paw Patrol Character Anime Happy Birthday Banner which will look incredible at every Paw Patrol party. 

Banner

Banners act as a decoration and backdrop for photos, so I love having them at my kid’s birthday parties. 

This Happy Birthday Paw Patrol Banner comes with a blue or pink background, and when it comes to setting it up, all you’d need to do is tape it up onto your chosen wall, and you’re ready to go!

Tablecloth, Cups, and Plates

No matter what food you’re serving at the party, a tablecloth set equipped with cups and plates is the easiest way to decorate the food table and give your guests the utensils they need to eat and drink. 

You can’t go wrong with this Paw Patrol Food Table Set, which comes with napkins, cups, plates, tablecloth, and even party masks, but if you’re throwing a Paw Patrol party for Skye and Everest fans, then you may prefer this Pink Skye and Everest Food Table Set.

Fire Hydrant Cupcake Stand

Whether you’re planning to have cupcakes at the party or any other sweet treat, then a Fire Hydrant Cupcake Stand is an ideal Paw Patrol party decoration. After all, the pups have got to pee somewhere.

Paw Patrol Activities and Games

You have all your classic party games like musical statues, musical chairs, pass the parcel, and duck, duck, goose, but there are also some Paw Patrol-inspired games that you can play to entertain your guests even further. 

Pin the Badge on Chase

We’ve all played pin the tail on the donkey, as it’s a classic party game that everyone can play. But as you’re throwing a Paw Patrol party, it seems only fitting that you’re pinning a badge on Chase instead of a tail and a donkey. 

Paw Patrol Photo Booth

Photos capture memories, and if you’re anything like me, you probably forget to take as many pictures as you should. A Paw Patrol photo booth is a great reminder to take pictures of your child’s special day. So use your backdrop, grab some Paw Patrol Props and free up your camera storage because you’re going to need it!

Paw Patrol Pinata

Pinatas are always a hit (excuse the pun) at parties. If your guests don’t mind hitting their favorite Paw Patrol characters, then a Skye Pinata or a Chase Pinata would be a fantastic activity they won’t stop talking about.

Paw Patrol Party Food and Drink

You don’t always have to serve full sit-down meals at parties, and snacks and light bites are often more than enough to satisfy your guests when they are with you. Below are some of my favorite Paw Patrol-themed snack ideas. 

Bone Rice Krispy Treats

Rice Krispy treats are extremely easy to make, which is why they’re an excellent choice for your Paw Patrol party. This Rice Krispy treat recipe explains the step-by-step instructions on making standard Rice Krispy treats, but as your party is Paw Patrol themed, you can shape the treats into bones and pawprints with Bone and Paw Print Cookie Cutters. 

Paw Print Cupcakes

To create paw print cupcakes, you need to bake your favorite cupcake recipe (or purchase some at the store if you aren’t handy in the kitchen) and top the cupcakes with frosting. 

Then, to create the paw prints, place one giant marshmallow that is cut in half on the frosting to create the large part of a dog’s paw print, and three smaller marshmallows to make the pup’s toes. Alternatively, you could also use large and mini Oreos.

Paw Patrol Cookies

Paw Patrol cookies are another simple snack idea that will tie your Paw Patrol party theme together. Mix up your favorite cookie dough (or purchase the premade kind at the store) and use a Paw Patrol Cookie Cutter to cut out Paw Patrol cookie shapes before baking. 

Once cooled, you can ice the cookies with the typical Paw Patrol logo colors, or you can leave them plain and leave the decorating for the kids as a party activity.

Puperoni Pizza

I haven’t yet met a child who doesn’t love pizza, so why not create a puperoni pizza? You can follow this homemade pepperoni pizza recipe, but when it comes time to add the pepperoni, cut the circles into paw prints and little bones with Paw and Bone Cookie Cutters, cooking as usual.

Bone and Paw Shaped Meat, Cheese, and Fruit

Anything bone or paw-shaped will fit your Paw Patrol theme, so grab your Paw and Bone Cookie Cutters and get cutting on a selection of fruit, meat, and cheese. 

Paw Patrol Cake Ideas

When coming up with cake ideas for birthday parties, I head straight to Pinterest for inspiration. If you’re a baker, you’ll find many Paw Patrol-themed cake ideas on Pinterest that you can recreate in your own kitchen, but if the creativity gods didn’t bless you, then at least you’ll have a reference picture to take to your local bakery. 

Alternatively, you can always find a budget-friendly cake option at your local Walmart, as they offer edible cake toppers with Paw Patrol images and sheet cakes that’ll be a hit amongst the little ones.

Paw Patrol Gift Ideas

If you’re throwing a Paw Patrol party, then your child is likely obsessed with the show and would be grateful for anything Paw Patrol related when it comes to gifts. Here are some of my favorite Paw Patrol party-themed gift ideas: 

Paw Patrol Outfit for the Birthday Child

When it comes to birthday parties, I like to put my children in T-shirts as I feel like they’re the most comfortable, and the kids can still run around, climb and do everything they’d need to do. 

Here are some Paw Patrol T-shirt ideas for the party, depending on your child’s favorite character:

Paw Patrol Party Favors

Party favors aren’t a must, but if you want to send your guests home with something to remind them of the party, you’ll need some Paw Patrol Party Bags. 

You can add in the usual party favor toys and treats, or you can continue with the Paw Patrol theme and include Paw Patrol Straws, Paw Patrol Masks, Paw Patrol Stickers, and Paw Patrol Temporary Tattoos. 

Paw Patrol Thank you Cards

Once the party has ended, it’s time to write out thank you cards to thank your guests for their attendance and the gifts they brought along. 

If you have time to write a little thank you during the party, then birthday tags that you can attach to the party favors are a fantastic way to say thanks. You can edit and print out these Blue Paw Patrol Thank You Tags or these Skye Pink Thank You Tags and tie them onto the handle of the goody bag.

You can also purchase these Rubble Printable Thank You Cards and hand them out after the party. 

Paw Patrol Party Ideas: Conclusion

I hope these ideas have helped you plan the perfect Paw Patrol party! Paw Patrol will likely be a firm favorite for many years to come, so no doubt everyone in attendance will appreciate the theme and the effort you put into making this party possible.