Farm Party Ideas — Decorations, Games and Party Bags

Farm parties are one of the most enduringly popular themes for younger children's birthdays — particularly first birthdays, second birthdays and toddler parties where the combination of animals, bright colours and simple activities works brilliantly. This guide covers everything you need for a farm party: decorations, tableware, games, food ideas and party bag fillers, all from a practical standpoint.

Farm Party Decorations

The farm party colour palette is earthy and warm — think sage green, terracotta, red, sunshine yellow and natural hessian textures. You don't need to buy everything in a matching set; mixing natural textures with bold balloon colours creates the right feel without looking forced.

Balloons

For a farm party, the most effective balloon combination is a mix of earthy naturals alongside a bold pop of colour. Try sage green, terracotta and red latex balloons together — these immediately read "farm" without needing printed animal balloons. All are natural rubber, biodegradable and plastic-free.

A bunch of sage green and terracotta in a corner or tied to a fence post outdoors creates the backdrop for photos without much effort.

Table Runner

A Burlap Hessian Table Runner is one of the most effective single purchases for a farm party table. The natural texture immediately sets the scene — lay it down the centre of the table and add a few balloons and some greenery and it looks properly styled. It's reusable, so it earns its cost back easily.

Bunting and Garlands

Colourful fabric bunting works well for a farm party — you want something that feels cheerful and outdoor-friendly. Hang it across a gate, fence or shed exterior if you're going outside. See our bunting and garlands range for fabric and paper options.

Farm Party Tableware

For tableware, keep it simple and plastic-free. Plain paper plates and napkins in a colour that works with your palette — red, green or natural kraft — are more versatile than novelty animal plates that only work for this one party.

Ruby red napkins are ideal for a farm party table and pair well with the natural hessian runner and earthy balloon palette. For party food boxes, our cardboard party food boxes in red, green or kraft make great alternatives to plastic plates for older children.

Farm Party Games and Activities

Farm parties lend themselves to simple, physical games — especially for toddler and younger child age groups. Here are the best options for different ages:

Ages 2–4

• Animal sounds game — an adult makes animal noises, children have to guess and act out the animal. No equipment needed, works with any group size.
• Egg and spoon race — plastic Easter eggs from a craft shop, wooden spoons from the kitchen. Simple, universally understood, works on grass.
• Scarecrow freeze dance — music plays, children dance; when it stops, they freeze like a scarecrow. Works brilliantly for 2–5 year olds.
• Duck pond lucky dip — a washing-up bowl filled with straw or shredded paper with small prizes hidden inside. Each child reaches in and pulls out a prize.

Ages 4–8

• Pin the tail on the donkey — a farm classic, printable templates are easy to find online.
• Farmer says (Simon Says variant) — "Farmer says cluck like a chicken", "Farmer says trot like a horse" — great for burning energy.
• Wellies throwing competition — borrow a pair of wellies and mark distances with string. Whoever throws furthest wins.
• Nature craft activity — a ReCycleMe Mini Craft Kit works as a structured activity for older children and doubles as a party bag filler.

Farm Party Food Ideas

Farm party food is best kept simple and finger-food friendly. A few ideas that work well:

• Muddy pigs — cocktail sausages in a small bowl of tomato sauce ("mud"). Children love naming the bowl.
• Haystacks — cornflake nests with a chocolate coating. Classic, easy to make in bulk.
• Carrot sticks and hummus — practical and themed (farmers grow carrots). Works for the health-conscious parent crowd too.
• Farmyard cake — a simple rectangle sponge decorated with green icing and plastic-free animal toppers, or a tractor cake for the vehicle-obsessed child.
• Red dot birthday cake candles — Red Dot Birthday Cake Candles in the red farmyard palette are a small detail that ties it together.

Farm Party Bag Fillers

For a farm-themed party bag, nature-inspired and eco-friendly fillers work perfectly with the theme:

• Beetles Temporary Tattoos — two sheets of garden creature tattoos. On-theme, plastic-free, loved by ages 4–9.
• Nature Loving Flower Seeds — wildflower seeds in illustrated packaging. Perfect for a nature theme, zero plastic, parents love them.
• ReCycleMe Mini Craft Kit — a bigger filler option that doubles as an activity at home.
• Carrot Cone Cello Bags — if you're doing a lucky dip or sweet bag, carrot-shaped cello bags are perfectly on-theme for a farm party.

For the full range of plastic-free options, see our party bag fillers collection and eco party bag fillers.

Farm Party Ideas by Age

Farm Party for 1 Year Olds

Keep it simple. Soft decorations (fabric bunting, a few balloons low enough for babies to see), one or two activities for older siblings, and a smash cake. The party is for the parents as much as the child at this age. A hessian table runner, earthy balloons and a simple animal theme is plenty.

Farm Party for 2–3 Year Olds

This is the sweet spot for farm parties. Children this age are fascinated by animals, simple games work well (animal sounds, egg and spoon, duck pond lucky dip), and the theme has enough visual interest to keep them engaged. Keep the party to 90 minutes maximum.

Farm Party for 4–6 Year Olds

At this age you can add more structured games (Pin the Tail, Farmer Says), a simple craft activity, and children can engage more with the theme. Party bags become more important — this is where beetle tattoos, flower seeds and craft kits earn their place.

Frequently Asked Questions

What decorations do you need for a farm party?

The essentials for a farm party are: sage green, terracotta and red latex balloons, a hessian or burlap table runner, and colourful bunting. These three elements together create the right aesthetic without elaborate props or themed tableware sets.

What colours are used for a farm party?

Farm party colours are earthy and warm: sage green, terracotta, red, sunshine yellow and natural hessian brown. These work well mixed together and pair with natural textures like burlap, wood and straw.

What are good farm party bag fillers?

The best farm party bag fillers are nature-inspired: beetle temporary tattoos, wildflower seeds, ReCycleMe mini craft kits and carrot cello bags for sweets. All are plastic-free and fit the farm and nature theme.

What age is a farm party best for?

Farm parties work best for ages 1–6, with ages 2–4 being the sweet spot. The combination of animal themes, simple games and bright colours is perfect for toddlers and young children. First birthday farm parties are particularly popular.

How do you make a farm party eco-friendly?

Use biodegradable latex balloons, paper plates and napkins instead of plastic, a reusable hessian table runner, and plastic-free party bag fillers like wildflower seeds, beetle tattoos and craft kits. All of these are available from The Party Pirate with UK delivery.