How to Host a Moana Birthday Party: 16 Ideas for Decorations, Food & Games

Planning a Moana Birthday Party? Want to bring the spirit of Motunui to life? Whether your child loves Moana, or you are a fan of this movie, a Moana birthday party can be easily recreated with just some simple yet effective ideas.

CustomAny is here to help you with 16 ideas for a Moana-inspired adventure, whether it is DIY decoration tips, delicious snack ideas, or engaging activities. So, get ready to dive in!

Moana Birthday Party Decorations

Creating the perfect Moana Birthday Party atmosphere starts with decorations that bring the ocean and island vibes to life. You don’t need fancy supplies—just a few creative touches to transform your space into Moana’s tropical world. Here are some easy and fun decoration ideas:

1. Moana-Themed Backdrop

The first thing is to set the scene with a beautiful Moana-inspired backdrop. It turn your party space into a tropical island, so try to:

• Hang blue streamers to mimic ocean waves.
• Use a printed Moana scene that features characters like Moana, Maui, and Pua.
• Ađ a beachy wall tapestry with palm trees or ocean views to finish.

2. Personalized Welcome Sign 

Next, you can greet your guests with a “Welcome to Motunui” sign. This sign does nothing but set the tone for your Moana Birthday Party.

Besides, we recommend using UV DTF transfer stickers to create your own Motunui sign. This sticker type offers a long-lasting, vibrant finish. It also works perfectly with intricate designs, so you can print transfer stickers in a custom Moana theme: waves, hibiscus flowers, or even characters like Moana and Hei Hei.

3. Moana-Inspired Birthday Banner 

A birthday banner inspired by Moana’s adventures makes a great centerpiece for your party decorations. To make it:

• Use a mix of bright tropical colors like blue, green, and coral to paint the base of your banner
• Cut out hibiscus flowers and string them together.
• Hang these strings around the banner in an ocean wave shape.

4. DIY Moana-Themed Table Settings

When it comes to table setting, let’s make your party table feel like an island feast with these simple ideas:

• Use woven grass or palm leaf placemats.
• Place mini sailboats as centerpieces.
• Scatter seashells and tropical flowers for extra detail.

5. Ocean-Inspired Photo Booth

A photo booth is a fun way to capture memories from your Moana Birthday Party.

Start by using a blue fabric backdrop and some props like flower crowns, coconut cups, and toy oars. Along with these special handmade props and backdrop, let your guests pose with a “Set Sail for Adventure” sign for fun pictures.

Moana Birthday Party Food & Drink

A Moana Birthday Party isn’t complete without delicious island-inspired treats. Here are some simple and tasty food ideas:

6. DIY Moana Birthday Cake

A DIY Moana Birthday cake is a must. You should decorate it with:

• Blue frosting to represent the ocean
• A Moana figurine or an edible print of Moana’s boat
• Edible sugar tropical flowers

7. Heart of Te Fiti Cupcakes

How about small cupcakes that look like Heart of Te Fiti? You can make ordinary cupcakes special by adding:

• Green frosting swirled
• Small sugar gems or edible glitter

8. Moana’s Island Snacks

Consider fun island-inspired snacks that match the theme, such as:

• Pineapple and mango fruit skewers
• Coconut popcorn (popcorn mixed with toasted coconut flakes)
• Kakamora cake pops (chocolate-covered cake pops decorated like the Kakamora warriors from the movie Moana)

9. Tropical Drink Station

To keep guests refreshed, you can set up a fun drink station with:

• Blue ocean punch (blue lemonade)
• Pineapple juice
• Coconut water

These drinks should be served in coconut cups to create a tropical vibe, enhancing your Moana birthday party.

If you don’t have enough coconut cups, you can also use glass cups or jars. To make them special, add custom clear stickers or transfer stickers to label the drink. Think about some texts like “Maui’s Magic Juice” or “Moana’s Ocean Punch” for a special touch.

With these simple decoration and food ideas, your Moana Birthday Party will be a truly island adventure that guests will love!

Moana-inspired Games & Activities

In this step, we will learn how to keep the adventurers entertained with some exciting Moana-inspired games:

10. Moana Treasure Hunt

Turn your backyard into an island adventure with a Moana treasure hunt.

Start by hiding small treasures like plastic seashells, mini Maui hooks, or Moana-themed stickers around the yard. Then, give each guest a Moana treasure map to help them find the hidden items.

The one who collects the most treasures wins a small prize!

11. Kakamora Coconut Bowling

Let everyone take on the Kakamora warriors in a fun and active game.

• Use small coconuts or painted bowling balls designed to look like the Kakamora.
• Set up empty bottles or bowling pins for guests to knock down with a wooden bat or toy club.
• Play in rounds to see who can knock down the most!

12. Wayfinder Canoe Race

Encourage kids to embrace their inner wayfinder with this exciting relay race.

• Set up a pretend canoe race where kids use paddle props to act like Moana.
• Have them run from one point to another while “paddling” in the air.
• The first team to complete the course wins!

13. Moana Dance Party

Let kids dance like Moana with a fun and energetic music session.

• Play popular songs from the Moana soundtrack like How Far I’ll Go and We Know the Way.
• Let kids freestyle dance or teach them simple Polynesian-inspired moves.
• Turn it into a mini dance-off with prizes for the best dancers!

Moana-Themed Party Favors

When it’s time to send guests home, don’t forget to give them special Moana Birthday Party favors that remind them about your island adventure.

14. DIY Moana T-Shirts

Let guests create their own custom Moana shirts as a fun keepsake.

• Provide plain white or blue T-shirts and Moana-themed iron-on DTF transfers.
• Guests can design their own “Wayfinder” or “Voyager” shirts.
• You should stay around to help them apply the transfers for a unique take-home gift

15. Mini Seashell Necklaces

Give out small seashell necklaces as a cute ocean-themed favor. You can add beads or tiny charms to make them extra special.

16. Temporary Tattoos

Another idea is Moana-themed temporary tattoos. These tattoos can feature Moana, Maui, or just ocean waves. Let your guests choose their favorite design and apply it during the party.

17. Custom Moana-Themed Stickers

Moana-themed stickers are a simple yet lovely and useful idea for a Moana birthday party. You should print die-cut stickers with iconic characters, tropical flowers, and ocean scenes from the movie. People can use these stickers to decorate various things, from their notebooks, water bottles, or even use in their crafts projects.

With these fun activities and favors, your Moana Birthday Party will be an unforgettable adventure for all.

Last words

Planning a Moana Birthday Party is easier when you have the right ideas for decorations, food, games, and party favors. With these 16 simple ideas, you can create a fun and memorable celebration. So, take your time and bring the spirit of Moana to life. 

To add a unique touch, consider printing custom stickers with us to use for your party decorations (like welcome signs, party cups or party favors). Besides, we also provide customized iron-on transfers for making themed DIY T-shirts. Visit our website to scroll through various options!