If you’ve been inspired by the boy’s birthday parties we’ve shared before, you’re probably familiar with the ones Jacquelyn of Beijos Events has styled up for her little man Court. There’s the critter-themed 1st birthday, the dino 2nd birthday, and of course, his superhero birthday party a couple years back. This time around, we’re celebrating his 5th (can you believe it?!), which he specifically requested be camping-themed. It all took place right at home and even included some reptile entertainment from the crew at Prehistoric Pets. See more photos by Alison Bernier below!

This event designer mama usually steers clear of the color red, but when it’s your little dude’s fave, it’s gotta be there. Enter lots and lots o’ plaid!

Srsly, who knew a plaid blanket could be such a rad backdrop?! And balloons too, of course.

A backyard campout is the very best kind of campout.

There were balloons, deer, buffalo plaid, and plenty of s’mores desserts for the kiddos to enjoy.

Cute lil’ placemats for these happy campers.

As the party went on, guests gathered to take a peek at some very exciting visitors…

Eeeek! Brave kiddos, right here.

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So fun! BTW, Court’s little bro Cruz has also had some pretty fun at-home birthday parties so far, like this jungle-themed party and monster-themed party.

Happy 5th, Court!

Photography: Alison Bernier / Design & Styling: Beijos Events / Florals: Third & Park / Invitations, Placemats, Details & Signage: Poppy Jack Shop / Rentals: Sweet Salvage Rentals / Balloons: Up Up in the Air / Desserts: Sweet & Saucy Shop / Cookies: Frost Your Cookie / Court & Cruz’s Tees: Chaser Kids / Plates: Knot & Bow / Reptiles: Prehistoric Pets

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Who here is a big fan of the whole adventure theme for kids’ parties and showers? These National Parks themed party ideas Natali of Serendipity Do whipped up have it all: camping, s’mores, activities, you name it. Plus, it just so happens to be the 100th anniversary of our National Parks this year–such a fun muse. Thanks to Monica of Shoots and Giggles for the photos:

Necessities.

Etsy shop Kerri Makes created the fun Bingo cards and custom invites.

Love how this table is full of details, but simple enough to inspire your own.

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Let the adventure begin!

Photography: Monica of Shoots and Giggles / Design & Styling: Natali Alexander of Serendipity Do / Woodsy Florals: Celebrate Florals / Custom Invite & ‘Adventure Bingo’ Card Designs: Kerri Makes / Green Marbled Balloons & Gold Dipped Wooden Utensils: Meri Meri / Wooden ‘Adventure’ Cake Flag: Lost Little Things

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Okay, how cute is this Camp Brixton themed party in the birthday boy’s honor? Mom Laurén and Marlan, the other half of creative duo Twink + Sis, managed to incorporate their farm location, a camp theme, AND B’s love of music into this celebration. Thanks to One Eleven Photography for the photos!

Binocular favors via Shindigz.

Laurén of Twink + Sis explains, Our son Brixton is a Beatles and 1960’s classic rock fanatic. So even though we had his party at a farm, I was really inspired to create a celebration really tailored to his personality and interests. With summer just around the corner I thought it would be really fun to create a vintage-inspired camping party. I had so much fun scouring flea markets and eBay for the vintage camping and summer camp items. 

These animals and canoe cake topper are too good friends, too good.

They also made their own linens from different plaid and green fabric to display throughout.

We wanted to add a fresh element as well, so we added greens in tin cans, as well as leather-wrapped bunches, to the tables. We served a camping breakfast of breakfast burritos, banana-blueberry muffins, fresh fruit, yogurt and granola. Campers sipped on fresh-squeezed orange juice and organic lemonade, as well as cold brew coffee for the grown-ups. Camping wouldn’t be complete without s’mores, so we added a “breakfast twist” by serving s’mores donuts, along with banana birthday cake topped with woodland animals, a mini canoe and fresh greens.

Best camp site ever!

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See all the rad places the team sourced their party goods from below!

Photography: Jenna Elliott of One Eleven Photography / Location: Underwood Family Farms / Concept, Design & Drinks: Laurén LaRocca & Marlan Willardson of Twink + Sis / Food: Hungry Bear Catering / Cake & s’mores donuts: Whisk & Whittle / Signage (“Camp Brixton”): A Dapper Line / Greens: Iris & Daughter / Vintage camping gear: Flea Market & Ebay / Plates, bowls, forks & spoons: Leafware / Cups: Susty Party / Cake stands: Aheirloom / Animal cake topper: Shleich / Mini canoe: Ebay / Wooden trays: West Elm / Drink dispensers: CB2 / OJ bottles: Sur La Table / Binocular favors: Shindigz / Table Linens/Napkins: DIY from Joann / Brixton’s tank top: Oeuf / Pans: Zara Kids / Shoes: Converse

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This camp themed birthday gathering is beyond creative, but what do you expect when the mama and designer is Natasha of GATHER Events? Tons of inspo here for party planning with both the littles and bigs in mind. And for DIYs too, like this mini tent. Thanks to Nico Nelson for sharing the photos!

Natasha says, Instead of going with a traditionally feminine color palette, I thought it would be fun to begin with more neutral and understated hues of black and white to really play up all the natural greenery of the “camp site”. I used copper touches to bring a bit of refinement to a rustic theme and really elevate how people perceived “camping”.

They built all these little tents and named them after woodland creatures like baby bird, bear cub, and wolf pup! Baby Bird is Aero’s nickname, btw!

Did we mention that Natasha handmade all of the signage out of copper wire? Genius!

Everyone raved about the naked cake EC Cake Creations whipped up and they also incorporated a nod to Aero’s Brazilian heritage with custom Brigadeiros by Simply Brigadeiro.

Happy, happy birthday Aero!

Photography: Nico Nelson Photography / Venue: Griffith Manor Park / Event Design & Planning: Natasha of GATHER Events / Floral Design: Best Day Ever Floral Design / Furniture Rentals: Circa Vintage Rentals / Tabletop Rentals: Borrowed Blu / Cakes: EC Cake Creations / Brigadeiros: Simply Brigadeiro / Invitation Suite & Paper Goods: Sean Coughlin (Aero’s papa!) / Catering: Uncle Steve’s Catering

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We thought this whimsical, festive twin birthday party would be a welcome site as we head into the final days of holiday time for the year. There’s just something about plaid and pines and TWO babies that makes us smile every time. Mama Ashley of Henry Photography planned this fun gathering for her boys and it looks like a really perfect family party for this time of year.

Those cookies get the award for best color. Also, twin monogram on plaid?!

And the photo of the week definitely goes to Coty, and his boys of course.

Styling & Design: Ashley Henry of Henry Photography / Photography: Ashley & Coty Henry of Henry Photography / Cake Designer: Enticing Icings & Custom Cakes / Invitations: Henry Photography
Cookies: Jana Lee’s Bake Shop / Plaid plates & napkins: Target / Boys Plaid Shirts: Old Navy & Kohls

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