These Elmo themed birthday party ideas would be perfect for any toddler!
Want to inspire sweet laughter at your child’s next birthday party? Invite Elmo. Elmo is a beloved Sesame Street character, making him the central theme figure in many small-fry birthday parties.
We’ve got 21 fabulous Elmo birthday party ideas to prove it! You’ll be tickled to see the party supplies including cute cupcake, cookie, favor and activity ideas inspired by Elmo’s fun personality. I especially love the tutorials for making Elmo rice krispy treats and cupcakes!
See Also
- Don’t miss these 23 Sensational Sesame Street Birthday Party Ideas.
- Check out these Tips for Planning an Awesome Sesame Street Birthday Party to plan a party to remember.
1. Elmo Cake Pops
From Bakerella
These Elmo Cake Pops are the perfect snack for an Elmo birthday party, plus you can make all the other Sesame Street characters too!
2. Elmo Macarons
From Sugar Coated Candy and Dessert Buffets, as seen on Hostess with the Mostess
I absolutely love these Elmo Macarons. If you’re a bit of a baker, you can make them yourself. If not, just buy them premade and put them together — easy and delicious!
3. Elmo Rice Krispie Treats
From Two Sisters Crafting
This is one of my favorite Elmo birthday party ideas because they’re so easy to put together, but look so impressive! This is a great recipe if you’re a little short on time.
4. Elmo Birthday Party
From Centre of Attention, as seen on Spaceships and Laser Beams
There are so many ideas here, I don’t even know where to start! All these ideas are perfect for a first birthday, but would also work really well for kids of any age who just love Elmo.
5. Elmo Chocolate Covered Strawberries
From Horrible Housewife
This is a great way to sneak a little fruit into your Elmo party, and these Elmo Chocolate Covered Strawberries just look divine. They’re cute, easy to put together and almost healthy — what more could you want?
6. Elmo Marshmallow Favors
From My Simply Perfect Events, as seen on The Celebration Society
Don’t you just love these Elmo Marshmallow Favors? They’re great to make ahead and give to your guests to take home.
7. Elmo Cupcakes
From Two Sisters Crafting
I just LOVE these Elmo Cupcakes — how could anyone resist them?! This is a really great, clear tutorial, and the cupcakes are pretty simple to make once you know your way around a piping bag.
8. Elmo Birthday Party Drinks & Cups
From Horrible Housewife
This is a really cute and easy way to bring Elmo to your drinks table, and the Party Drinks and Cups are great to make ahead.
9. Elmo Party Visors
From The Mom Creative
These Elmo Party Visors are ideal for those summer birthdays, and they can double up as favors for your guests to take home after the party.
10. Pin the Nose on Elmo Game
From Night Owl Corner, as seen on Chickabug
This is such a fun idea for an Elmo birthday party game! And the best part is, it’s all done with magnets, so no sharp pins for your little ones to hurt themselves with.
11. DIY Elmo Pinata
From The Kreative Life, as seen on Hometalk
This DIY Elmo Pinata is another fun activity for your Elmo party, and it’s pretty cost effective to make too.
12. Elmo Inspired Mini Gelatin Cups
From Moms & Crafters
These Elmo Inspired Mini Gelatin Cups are the perfect Elmo birthday party snack, plus they’re gluten free, too.
13. Elmo Birthday Balloons
From One Stop Party Ideas
This is a super fun decoration idea, and won’t take much time or planning on your part. All you need is 7 balloons and a sharpie, so it’s pretty budget friendly!
14. DIY Elmo Paper Lanterns
From One Stop Party Ideas
These DIY Elmo Paper Lanterns are another great way to decorate your Elmo birthday party. Aren’t they cute?
15. Elmo Inspired Treat Boxes
From Moms & Crafters
These Elmo Inspired Treat Boxes are a great DIY favor if you have a bit of time on your hands, and the design is pretty easily adaptable for different themes.
16. Tissue Paper Ball Elmo
From Night Owl Corner, as seen on Chickabug
I love these Tissue Paper Balls, and they’re especially great if you’re having a general Sesame Street themed party, as they show you how to make all the different characters.
17. Elmo Sugar Cookies
From Two Sisters Crafting
This is another treat that’s perfect if you know your way around a piping bag, but pretty easy to figure out if you don’t.
18. Elmo Favor Bags
From Adventures with Little Man
These Elmo Favor Bags are another great idea for treats for guests to take home, and they’re really simple to do.
19. Elmo Party Games for Kids
From Mky’s Teen Entertainment Guide
Struggling for party game ideas? Have a look at these — they’ve got plenty of great game ideas for your Elmo birthday party and more!
20. Elmo Cake
From Cake That Bakery
How could anyone not be absolutely smitten with this cake? It’s adorable, and simple to DIY.
21. Elmo Jell-O Cups
From Heidi R., as seen on Catch My Party
Need an easy treat that’s simple to make and easy to clean up? These Elmo Jell-O Cups are exactly what you need.
Ready to celebrate on Sesame Street? This party definitely inspires!
Plan your next Elmo themed birthday party with these party supplies:
(Amazon Affiliate Links)
- Elmo Balloon Party Set
- Elmo Dessert Plate
- Elmo Air Walker
- Elmo Hanging Decor
- Elmo Birthday Party Pack
- Elmo Birthday Candle
- Elmo Cake Decorating Kit
- Elmo Party Supplies
- Elmo Party Favor Gift Bag
- Sesame Street Birthday Party Kit
- Sesame Street Tablecloth
- Elmo Bags
Be sure to check out more Sesame Street inspired birthday party ideas:
- Cookie Monster Cupcakes
- Cookie Monster Ice Cream
- C is for Cookie: A Boy’s Cookie Monster Birthday Party
Plus, don’t miss this Elmo Themed Birthday Party…
