[Graduation Party] A collection of performance ideas to liven up thank-you and farewell gatherings
Are you having trouble choosing performances for the graduation ceremony, thank-you party, or farewell gathering? Because it’s a special day filled with memories from the nursery school, you’ll want to present something that brings smiles to the children, parents, and teachers alike.
Here, we’ve gathered ideas to brighten your graduation party, such as magic shows, quizzes, dances, and two-person kimono skits.
We introduce a variety of genres so you can choose based on how easy they are to prepare and the atmosphere of your venue.
Use this as a reference to create a memorable graduation day.
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Get hyped! 5 bizarre relay races
When it comes to activities that are easy to set up and get both kids and adults excited, relays are the way to go.
In bingo relays, color-matching relays, hand-holding relays, obstacle relays, and pinnie (bib) relays, it’s not just running speed that matters—being able to read the situation and think on your feet is key.
Because these games incorporate a variety of movements, children won’t get bored and will feel motivated to take on the next challenge.
Everyone gets to be the star, working together and having fun, so be sure to try these relay games at your thank-you party.
What’s in the box? Showdown!
This game, where you guess what’s inside a box by touching it with your hands, is an exciting activity you can enjoy using only your sense of touch, without relying on sight.
If you fill the box with safe-to-touch items like stationery, stuffed toys, or handkerchiefs, anyone can join in easily.
Setting aside time for everyone to talk about what they felt by touch naturally leads to conversation—“What is it?” “I think I know!” You don’t have to reveal the answer right away; the time spent thinking is part of the fun.
It’s a perfect game for a thank-you party, where friends and teachers can all get excited together.
Let’s sing the song ‘I Grew Big’
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Children who start attending daycare at age zero spend six years in that place.
Not only the parents, but the teachers as well have watched over the children as they gradually grew.
The song “I’ve Grown Up” is moving, with lyrics that feel like they capture all the time from enrollment until now, making it a piece that brings parents and teachers to tears.
Since words of gratitude are also woven into the lyrics, it’s perfect as a gift song.
Please use this song to convey the joy and gratitude of having reached the graduation ceremony safely.
Guardian Pirate Rock ’n’ Roll
A thank-you party to express our gratitude to the teachers.
Ideally, the performances should be something that make both parents and children smile together.
How about a “Pirate Rock ’n’ Roll” number led by the parents? Parents dressed in matching costumes performing a perfectly synchronized dance will warm the teachers’ hearts, and it’s sure to get the kids excited too.
It’s bound to become a memorable performance for everyone there.
Practicing the dance will be tough, but you’ll also experience the emotion and sense of accomplishment when you see it through.
The final present in the room of memories
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At the appreciation party where you express your gratitude for everything up to now, let’s give a surprise gift at the end.
Prepare heartfelt presents such as a video featuring footage from events like class visits and sports days, a bouquet of flowers, or handmade items.
Screening the video on the spot is recommended, as everyone can share the moment together.
It’s also lovely to give out the commemorative photo taken at the end as a gift.
The presents received in the room filled with memories of your time together will become precious treasures—not just as objects, but as moments themselves.
Graduation Ceremony Memory Movie
The graduation ceremony is a precious memory that stays in the hearts of the graduates, teachers, and parents.
At the appreciation party where you express your gratitude to the teachers, it would be nice to replay the emotions by showing a graduation video.
Seeing the graduating children walk proudly with celebratory flowers on their chests is moving and makes you feel how much they’ve grown.
Since the teachers attending the graduation ceremony can’t film during the event, they may be especially touched at the appreciation party when they get to see the children looking so cool all over again.
It’s sure to be a warm time filled with happy tears and smiles.
Who’s Singing? Quiz
@arimashirayuri We did a “Who’s singing?” quiz at the March birthday party ✨ Everyone, make your guesses in the comments and tell us the number!Arima Shirayuri KindergartenKawasaki CityAspiring childcare workerAspiring childcare worker
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Stand on stage with a few people holding microphones, and when the music starts, sing.
However, only one person on stage should actually sing; everyone else should just pretend to sing.
Have the audience guess who is really singing.
Since speaking voices and singing voices can sound different, they’ll need to listen carefully.
The singers can be teachers or children, and it might be fun to involve parents as well.
Choose songs that everyone knows, like nursery rhymes, and enjoy!