Lovely birthday

Ideas for entertainment and performances to liven up a birthday party

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At birthday parties celebrating family, friends, or a significant other, there are often performances or fun activities, right?

Some of you may be looking for an act to present alongside a gift or message for someone special.

In this article, we’ve gathered a variety of fun ideas that both celebrate the guest of honor and fill the venue with laughter.

We’ll introduce activities you can rehearse in advance and games everyone can enjoy together.

Along with words of gratitude and gifts, be sure to check out these performances that will bring smiles to everyone’s faces.

Ideas for Party Entertainment and Performances to Liven Up a Birthday (61–70)

Paper Plate Theater: The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Children's Center Paper Plate Theater

Paper Plate Theater: The Very Hungry Caterpillar

This is an interactive performance that can be used in kindergartens and daycare centers.

Prepare paper plates and draw clearly visible pictures of the Very Hungry Caterpillar and various foods.

Make slits in a paper plate, stack two plates together, and move them so it looks like the caterpillar is eating the food.

The process of one picture transforming into another is entertaining.

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Petal objet

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Petal objet

As a decorative item to brighten up a birthday party venue, petal objets are recommended.

Take polystyrene letters and densely insert artificial flowers with the stems trimmed short.

To keep the flowers from coming loose, it’s a good idea to secure them with glue.

It’s sure to make for a festive birthday celebration.

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No-English game

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No-English game

As a party game, the “no-English” game is highly recommended.

The rules are simple: you’re not allowed to use English or katakana words.

Even if you’re careful, you end up saying them more than you expect, which makes it exciting.

You could also collect fines and give the total as a gift to the birthday person.

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younger boy

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younger boy

Let’s cover some songs by Candies, the female idol group active in the ’70s! Watch the video—the choreography is super easy, right? Anyone can dance cutely to it, and since the songs are ones everyone’s heard at least once, it’s sure to create a warm, friendly atmosphere at the venue.

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Handmade pop-up album

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Handmade pop-up album

How about giving a handmade photo album as a gift to friends or loved ones? Using materials like colored paper and beads, you can create a fun album with lots of pop-up and interactive elements.

The video provides instructions on the required sizes and materials, so if you follow along, you’ll be able to complete it properly.

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Face Stocking Sumo

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Face Stocking Sumo

How about the sumo game you often see on TV where you pull on pantyhose stretched over your faces? It’s more of a funny act, so it’s perfect for a birthday party with friends.

Be sure to take commemorative photos wearing the pantyhose.

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Celebrate with projection mapping

[Surprise] We gave a woman a birthday surprise with projection mapping!

Celebrate with projection mapping

Projection mapping, which displays images in three dimensions, is used for all kinds of surprises.

Of course, it can be used for birthday celebrations too.

While it’s not easy to create on your own, it seems some restaurants and other venues offer this kind of service.

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In conclusion

By taking on songs, dances, or magic tricks, you can instantly boost the atmosphere of the party venue.

If you’re trying comedy sketches or impressions, we recommend choosing material with a birthday theme.

If you can’t make it on the day, recording a video beforehand or joining remotely is a great option.

Enjoy a fun birthday party—strengthen your bond with friends or a partner, and share lots of laughs with your crew.