Adventures await at our Moana party! When it came time to decide on a birthday theme for my daughter she knew exactly what she wanted. We all really enjoyed the movie, and up until the Beauty and the Beast soundtrack was released, it is all we listened to. I couldn’t wait to plan this party and bring the tropical island vibes to our chilly neighborhood. How far will you go with these Moana birthday party ideas?
This wasn’t my first go at a tropical themed party. A few years ago we had a Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Luau for my son. It was super fun and a lot of those decorations came in handy for this party. When it comes to getting ready for a party, shopping at Oriental Trading is top on my to-do list. Not only do they offer great luau party items but almost every theme you can think of they have covered in their online shop.
Thank You Gifts
The goody cups were filled with hibiscus hair clips, tropical tattoos, organic snacks, and nail polish. Everything you need to get started on your own sea journey right? Luckily our Hei-Hei didn’t try to eat anything.
For the tablescape, I kept it simple with decorative flowers, sea shells, and the Moana plates.
The Food
I adore this hula table skirt. It gives just the right pop to any table you adorn with it.
My daughter requested a salad and fruit. Got to love a kid who wants a healthy party! I also made ham and cheese sandwiches, Maui’s Hook pretzels, and of course dessert. It can’t all be healthy right?
I sprinkled more flowers and sea shells on the island. The flower vase centerpiece is the same I used for the Mickey party minus Mickey.
Yes I made the pretzels from scratch and no it was not fun. I do not own a bread maker and this was my first foray into making bread dough. So much work. But they tasted delicious. Recipe possibly coming soon if I can psych myself up to make them again.
Ready to make waves? I have your full shopping list to grab everything you need for your Moana party.
- Disney Moana Dinner Plates
- Disney Moana Dessert Plates
- Disney Moana Party Cup
- Hibiscus Glitter Tattoos
- Decorative Hibiscus Flowers
- Luau Ruffle Petal Flower Leis
- Orchid Hair Clips
- Light Blue Plastic Tablecloth
- Fruit of the Sea Large Sea Shells
- Tropical Flowered Table Skirt
- Colorful Flower Garland
For more Moana fun grab these free activities!
I am an Oriental Trading blogger. All opinions are my own.
Sarah
April 4, 2017 at 4:58 pmThese are fabulous ideas to tie in a Moana theme! I really love your use of flowers and especially the cupcakes.
Nicole Aguilar
April 4, 2017 at 5:37 pmLOVE LOVE LOVE! Those cupcakes are to die for. Just way to pretty to eat!
Stephanie JEannot
April 4, 2017 at 6:08 pmWhat a n adorable party idea. Personally, I would love it for myself. So nice.
Liz Mays
April 4, 2017 at 6:23 pmThe Moana movie has such awesome colors for birthday party themes. I love the flowers, shells and treats!
Milena
April 4, 2017 at 6:39 pmI love it! The colors, the theme, all of it. I miss having theme parties for my boys!
Rebecca Bryant
April 4, 2017 at 7:09 pmWhat a great party. I love oriental Trading for all my party fun. I am in love with this theme.
robin Rue
April 4, 2017 at 8:09 pmThis is such a cute idea for little girls. I bet my niece would love this.
Lois Alter Mark
April 4, 2017 at 8:18 pmI want to come to this party! The colors are so pretty and I’m drooling over those delicious-looking cupcakes!
colleen kennedy
April 4, 2017 at 8:21 pmHaven’t seen the movie yet, but those cupcakes are SO cute! Great idea on the fruit salad too. looks like a great party!
AJ
April 4, 2017 at 8:39 pmWhat a fun theme for a party! I love the colors and decorations- the flowers are a beautiful touch as well.
Nolie
April 4, 2017 at 8:41 pmWhat a great party theme. You did an awesome job tying it all together.
Shaun Pilapil
April 4, 2017 at 10:31 pmThis is a wonderful themed party set-up. My favourite is the colour scheming. How about a yam-flavoured cake for a little Polynesian-inspired addition? 🙂
Paula Atwell
April 5, 2017 at 12:27 amI haven’t yet seen Moana, but your party looks like a lot of fun. I am definitely hungry after seeing your food ideas. I do love Hawaii, and hope to visit it again soon.
Jennifer
April 5, 2017 at 5:04 amAhhhhh! This is so adorable! I know this is going to be a big hit this summertime! I’d love to throw a Moana themed party for my kiddos!
Jazmin
April 5, 2017 at 8:01 amThose cupcakes are so cute! Looks like a great set up!
sprintshopping
April 5, 2017 at 8:09 amVery cool ideas. loved it!!!!
Amber Myers
April 5, 2017 at 8:50 amHow awesome! My daughter would love this. We enjoyed Moana a lot.
MaryAnne
April 5, 2017 at 9:21 amI wish my daughter´s birthday be like this but it will be ultin november! by that time there wil be a lot of new characters on the TV lol
Jessi Joachim
April 5, 2017 at 10:47 amThese are such adorable ideas! We already had my daughter’s party this year, but this might come in handy for her next party
carissa garabedian
April 5, 2017 at 10:57 amSuch fun ideas, love the colors and the cupcakes look delicious! We just rented the movie last week and we loved it.
Ladies Pass It On
April 5, 2017 at 11:09 amOh wow these are such fab ideas! I so loved that movie, it’s my fav!
Author Brandi Kennedy
April 5, 2017 at 11:20 amI love how pretty and how creative your party decor was! The cake was beautiful, too – so swirly!
Jessica
April 5, 2017 at 12:05 pmI still have not seen this movie yet, even though all my friends raved about it. I love how you decorated the cupcakes – they give off such a beachy feel. Wonderful planning!
Ana De- Jesus
April 5, 2017 at 6:07 pmI am actually really impressed that you made those pretzels from scratch I think that they look great and even better that the Moanna party idea is such a great concept. Love the decor x
Bel
April 5, 2017 at 11:20 pmI love the moana doll. She looks so beautiful but I’m here for her chicken. That chicken entertained me the entire movie.
David Elliott
April 6, 2017 at 12:58 amI love the amazing looking cupcakes and the fruit salad. I am always a big fan of fruit salad. If we ever do a themed Moana birthday I will have to do something like this.
Elizabeth O.
April 6, 2017 at 1:42 amThis has to be one of the best Moana themed parties that I’ve seen. I love all the details. I think the plates and the cups are adorable. I can’t imagine the kids not enjoying this one.
Carol Cassara
April 6, 2017 at 1:46 amEverything’s just really pretty. I love the cupcakes and the cake! The pretzels aren’t that bad, I swear. I’m sure with more practice you’re going to make them look even better. Everything’s awesome!
Laura
April 6, 2017 at 2:13 amMoana is so popular. Do you have some ideas that involve the theme but not the merchandise?
Crystal
April 6, 2017 at 2:26 pmThis would be perfect for those summer birthday. I loved this movie..
Terri Beavers
April 6, 2017 at 2:57 pmOh what a fun Birthday party idea. My grand daughters would love this. The food looks scrumptious and the flora is gorgeous.
blair villanueva
April 7, 2017 at 3:12 amAm so familiar with luau party and its really awesomely colorful! But i think am the only person in the world who havrn’t watch Moana.. Omg i must!
stacey
April 7, 2017 at 4:16 amVery pretty decorations and cupcakes. I loved the movie too, very confident young lady is a good role model.
Sapana V
April 8, 2017 at 11:37 amMoana Birthday theme party is an awesome idea. I liked it.
Jennifer L
April 8, 2017 at 7:11 pmOmg this was just too cute! I loved Moana and wish I was still a young girl so I could go full out on a Moana party like yours. Maybe an Adult version?
Jacqueline Colman
April 12, 2017 at 9:23 pmEverything looks amazing!