Liven up your children’s club event! A collection of ideas everyone can enjoy
Children’s club events tend to end up feeling the same every time, which can be a real headache.
Even when you try to get creative, there are limits like budget and venue, plus the kids’ ages are all over the map.
So here, we’re sharing ideas for children’s club events that have actually been well received—from bingo tournaments to handmade festivals to seasonal parties.
They’re fun for both kids and adults, and relatively easy to prepare.
You’re sure to find tips for creating wonderful memories filled with smiles!
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Get the Crowd Going at Kids’ Club Events! Fun Ideas for Everyone to Enjoy (21–30)
online event
If you’re looking for something fun to do online due to staying home, why not try an online game with the kids’ club? How about enjoying games you can play through the screen, like picture shiritori? One person draws a picture and shows it to everyone; the next person looks at it and draws a new picture that links to the previous one through a word connection, without saying the word out loud.
Continue this chain and check the answers at the end.
Since it’s online, another lively idea is to play shiritori using objects you have on hand and bringing them on screen.
Christmas party
December’s big event! Let’s introduce a Christmas party.
Many of you may be planning to host a Christmas party at a kindergarten, nursery, after-school program, or at home.
For a PTA event, try organizing a large-scale Christmas party! For example, explaining the origins and meaning of Christmas in a way that’s easy for children to understand can deepen their learning about the holiday.
Of course, it’s also great to have Santa Claus make an appearance and hand out presents.
Let’s make it an event that everyone can enjoy, even with a large group, through songs and crafts!
Get the excitement going at your kids’ club event! A collection of fun ideas for everyone (31–40)
dance
How about trying a dance that creates a sense of unity? When it comes to dance, there are many styles—hip-hop, jazz, ballet, ballroom, and more.
For a PTA event, why not have parents and children dance together to lively routines set to music that kids are familiar with? Just seeing their parents having fun will warm the children’s hearts.
Adding choreography that involves parent–child cooperation could make for wonderful memories.
Let’s arrange something using popular trending songs and give it a try.
bazaar
An event that’s also eco-friendly! Let me introduce a bazaar.
A bazaar is an exhibit-and-sale event where people bring items and sell them on the spot.
Participants can sell vegetables or accessories they made, or items they no longer need from home—feel free to try selling all sorts of things.
At a bazaar, you might have unexpected encounters or find items you’ve been wanting, making it enjoyable for both children and adults.
It’s ideal to hold it in a spacious venue like a community center or hall.
Balloon Art Show
A fun, attention-grabbing event! Let us introduce a balloon art show.
Balloon art is an art form that uses balloons to create a variety of shapes.
By twisting long, thin balloons, you can make all kinds of figures—dogs, bears, swords, flowers, and more! During a balloon art show, you’ll be on the edge of your seat, excited to see what takes shape next.
It’s also a great idea to give the finished creations to children as souvenirs.
Be sure to consider adding this to your PTA event.
Tanabata Festival
Recommended event in July! Let me introduce the Tanabata Festival.
When you think of Tanabata, you might think of Orihime and Hikoboshi, and maybe “heavy stock prices” comes to mind—but surprisingly, many children might not actually know the origins of the day.
At the start of the Tanabata festivities, if you explain the meaning and background of the event, it could deepen learning and understanding.
Then, set up game areas with motifs related to Tanabata, such as stars and the Milky Way, and consider booths that both children and adults can enjoy! I hope it becomes a wonderful event where you can see the children’s smiling faces.
Mochi Pounding Festival
Perfect for a January event! Let us introduce a mochi-pounding festival.
Many people may know about the culture of mochitsuki (mochi pounding), but have never actually tried it.
This time, let’s host a mochi-pounding event that everyone from children to adults can join! Watching authentic mochi pounding up close is quite powerful, so please be careful to ensure children don’t get overexcited and hurt themselves.
Also, since the mochi can be hot, take care to prevent burns while running the event.
It’s a great chance to learn about Japanese culture!