30 Scooby Doo Birthday Party Ideas
Enter the world of mystery and fun with our ultimate guide to Scooby-Doo birthday party ideas!
From sleuth-worthy decorations to groovy snacks and thrilling games, get ready to throw a celebration that’s sure to have everyone exclaiming ‘Zoinks!’ Join Scooby and the gang for a birthday bash filled with adventure and nostalgia.
Let’s unmask the secrets to throwing the perfect Scooby-Doo-themed party!
Mystery Machine Photo Booth
Set up a photo booth area decorated to resemble the Mystery Machine van. Hang a backdrop with the van’s iconic design and provide props like Scooby-Doo masks, detective hats, and magnifying glasses for guests to pose with. It’s a perfect spot for capturing memories!
Scooby Snack Bar
Create a snack bar featuring Scooby-Doo themed treats. Offer snacks like “Scooby Snack” cookies (shaped like dog bones), gummy worms (for “creepy crawlies”), and assorted candies labeled as “Monster Munchies.” Don’t forget to include a sign that reads “Scooby Dooby Snacks!”
Mystery Solving Scavenger Hunt
Plan a scavenger hunt around your party venue with clues and puzzles inspired by Scooby-Doo mysteries. Hide Scooby snacks or small prizes at each clue location, and let the kids work together to solve the mystery and find the treasure.
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Scooby-Doo Cake
Order or bake a cake shaped like Scooby-Doo or the Mystery Machine van. You can also opt for a simple cake decorated with edible images of the characters. It’ll be the centerpiece of the party and a delicious treat for all the guests.
Dress-Up Station
Set up a dress-up station with costumes and accessories inspired by Scooby-Doo characters. Provide options like Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, and Fred costumes, along with props like detective hats, glasses, and scarves. Let the kids get into character for the party!
Haunted House Decorating Contest
Divide the party guests into teams and provide each team with materials to decorate a mini haunted house. Supply cardboard, markers, construction paper, and other craft supplies. Afterward, have a spooky-themed judging session to determine the winning haunted house.
Scooby-Doo Movie Marathon
Set up a cozy viewing area with bean bags or blankets and pillows. Play a marathon of classic Scooby-Doo episodes or movies throughout the party. It’s a great way for guests to relax and enjoy the adventures of Mystery Inc. while snacking on popcorn and treats.
Pin the Collar on Scooby-Doo
Put a twist on the classic party game “Pin the Tail on the Donkey” by playing “Pin the Collar on Scooby-Doo.” Hang up a large poster of Scooby-Doo without his collar and blindfolded players take turns trying to pin the collar in the right spot.
Scooby-Doo Balloon Animals
Hire a balloon artist to create Scooby-Doo themed balloon animals for the party guests. Kids can choose from balloons shaped like Scooby-Doo, bones, or even mystery clues. It’s a fun and interactive activity that doubles as a party favor.
Ghostly Bowling Alley
Set up a DIY bowling alley using empty water bottles or plastic pins decorated to look like ghosts. Use a large inflatable ball to roll and knock down the “ghosts.” It’s a simple yet entertaining game that’s perfect for Scooby-Doo fans of all ages.
Scooby-Doo Mask Making Station
Set up a craft station where kids can decorate their own Scooby-Doo masks using paper plates, markers, glue, and craft supplies like feathers and sequins. It’s a creative activity that doubles as a party favor.
Scooby-Doo Dance Party
Create a playlist filled with groovy tunes from the Scooby-Doo cartoons and movies. Clear a space for dancing and encourage guests to bust out their best moves. You can even have a dance-off or a limbo contest for added fun.
Scooby-Doo Mystery Pinata
Fill a pinata shaped like a mystery box or Scooby-Doo’s head with candy, small toys, and Scooby snacks. Let the kids take turns trying to break it open to reveal the hidden treasures inside.
Scooby-Doo Face Painting Booth
Hire a face painter to transform party guests into their favorite Scooby-Doo characters. Kids can choose from designs like Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, or the Mystery Inc. logo. It’s a colorful and memorable addition to the party.
Scooby-Doo Karaoke
Set up a karaoke machine and let the kids sing along to their favorite Scooby-Doo theme songs and tunes. Provide props like microphones and sunglasses to enhance the rock star experience.
Scooby-Doo DIY Detective Kits
Prepare DIY detective kits for each party guest, including items like magnifying glasses, notepads, pens, and mini flashlights. Kids can use their kits to solve mysteries and uncover clues throughout the party.
Scooby-Doo Bean Bag Toss
Create a bean bag toss game using a large board decorated to resemble the Mystery Machine or a haunted mansion. Cut out holes of varying sizes and assign different point values to each one. Kids can take turns tossing bean bags and aiming for the highest score.
Scooby-Doo Character Bingo
Print out bingo cards featuring images of Scooby-Doo characters like Scooby, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, and Fred. Play several rounds of bingo with small prizes for the winners, such as Scooby-Doo stickers or temporary tattoos.
Scooby-Doo Balloon Pop
Fill balloons with small prizes like stickers, erasers, or candies and hang them from the ceiling or a sturdy frame. Let the kids take turns popping the balloons with darts or pins to reveal the hidden treasures inside.
Scooby-Doo Mad Libs
Create Scooby-Doo themed Mad Libs by writing a story with missing words that guests can fill in with nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs. Read the silly stories aloud for lots of laughs and entertainment.
Scooby-Doo Mystery Box Touch Test
Prepare mystery boxes filled with various items hidden from view. Blindfolded guests take turns reaching inside and guessing what they’re touching. Use items like peeled grapes for “eyeballs” and cooked spaghetti for “worms” to add to the mystery!
Scooby-Doo Pin the Tail on the Ghost
Put a spooky twist on the classic game by playing “Pin the Tail on the Ghost.” Blindfolded players attempt to pin tails or other themed items on a ghostly poster. The player who gets closest wins a prize!
Scooby-Doo Cake Decorating Contest
Provide plain cupcakes or cookies along with frosting, sprinkles, and edible decorations. Divide guests into teams and challenge them to decorate their treats to resemble Scooby-Doo or other characters. Judges can award prizes for creativity and teamwork.
Scooby-Doo Character Charades
Write down names of Scooby-Doo characters on slips of paper and place them in a bowl. Players take turns drawing a slip and acting out the character without speaking while others guess. It’s a hilarious game that’s sure to get everyone laughing!
Scooby-Doo Themed Bingo
Create bingo cards featuring images of Scooby-Doo characters, mystery items, and locations from the show. Use Scooby snacks or themed markers to cover called spaces. The first player to get five in a row wins a prize!
Scooby-Doo Balloon Animals Workshop
Hire a balloon artist to lead a workshop on creating Scooby-Doo themed balloon animals. Kids can learn how to twist balloons into shapes like Scooby himself or other characters. It’s a hands-on activity that doubles as entertainment and a party favor.
Scooby-Doo Pinwheel Decorating
Set up a pinwheel decorating station with plain pinwheels, stickers, markers, and colorful tape. Kids can design their own custom pinwheels inspired by Scooby-Doo adventures. Once decorated, they can take them home as party favors.
Scooby-Doo Mystery Science Experiments
Conduct Scooby-Doo themed science experiments like making bubbling potions or creating “ghostly” reactions. Use ingredients like baking soda, vinegar, food coloring, and glitter to add to the mystery and excitement.
Scooby-Doo Character Trivia
Test guests’ knowledge of Scooby-Doo characters with a trivia game. Prepare questions about Scooby, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, Fred, and other recurring characters from the show. The guest with the most correct answers wins a prize!
Scooby-Doo Story Time
Gather guests for a storytelling session featuring Scooby-Doo mysteries. Read aloud from Scooby-Doo storybooks or create your own spooky tales inspired by the show. Dim the lights and use flashlights to add to the atmosphere!
