13 "Baby Shark" Birthday Party Ideas For Your Kiddo

I’ll admit: the “Baby Shark” obsession is new-ish to me. But when a pop culture phenomenon of the kiddo variety comes on the scene, I won’t hate. The original Baby Shark video, created by Pinkfong, a Korean YouTube channel aimed at entertaining and educating little kids, is now at over 2 BILLION YouTube views. Go watch it if you haven’t; it’s actually really freaking cute.

As with any toddler trend, this one has gone from fun viewing to popular birthday party theme. And whether you love or hate that absurdly addictive jingle, you have to admit these “Baby Shark” birthday party ideas are super cute. So, doo doo doo what the cool parents are doing and get on board with the “Baby Shark” birthday, taking a little inspiration from these adorable parties and retailers.

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13 Baby Shark Birthday Party Ideas for Your Kiddo

Creating an Underwater Display

Everything about this setup is absolute perfection. Varying sizes and shades of blue balloons create the bubbly backdrop of an under-the-sea Baby Shark party. The cardboard sea life cut-outs contribute to this awesome facade.

Photo: Instagram/chicfete.ca
Girly Shark Cake

Want a girly-girl option? Baby Shark is an equal opportunity theme, so bring on the pink if your birthday child prefers it that way! And get ready for swoon-worthy party ideas when you click to this full blog post.

Photo: Kara's Party Ideas
Baby Shark Photography Setup

If you can create a lifelike setup like this one for your little one's baby shark birthday party or photo shoot, you'll officially be the coolest mom on the block.

Photo: Little Tree Photography
Birthday Kid Attire

It'll be easy to spot the birthday child in this adorable tee from LGC Tees. I love buying our special tee-shirts from mom-run shops like this one!

Buy It: LGC Tees

Price: $22 (but you can save with code BS30 at checkout!)
Baby Shark Cake

Every kid's birthday party need an epic cake; show this masterpiece to your local baker for inspiration and watch the magic happen.

Photo: The Cake Mamas
Cute Baby Shark Cookies

Sweets with a little bite? Doo doo doo doo doo it! These baby shark cookies look (almost) too pretty to eat!

Photo: Instagram/bakemepretti
Sharky Crayons

Stuff those favor bags with shark themed goodies that the kids will actually love! These handmade shark crayons from Etsy are absolutely irresistible. And unlike a lot of favor bag stuffers, they're also useful.

Buy It: Etsy/KrazyKoolKrayons
Price: $4.50 per four-pack
Baby Shark Paper Garland

Why labor over handmade decor when you scoop up staples like this shark themed paper banner off Etsy?

Buy It: Etsy/EmptyNestHomeGoods
Price: $7
Baby Shark Piñata Makes the Party

Is it even a party if you didn't piñata? I am swooning over this fintastic baby shark number spotted on Instagram.

Photo: Instagram/PinataPartykl
Dangerous Waters Punch

This mom conjured shark-infested waters with a spirited blue punch. Catch the full how-to and lots more shark party inspiration on her blog.

Photo & How-To: Flip Flops & Pop-Tarts
Add Some Treasure

It's all in the details, isn't it? These parents NAILED the baby shark birthday with little touches like a treasure chest and blue and white balloons.

Photo: Instagram/by_annsanchez
13 Baby Shark Birthday Party Ideas for Your Kiddo #12

Nothing's easier or tastier than little cups full of gummy worms. And while I'm all about the healthy snacks on regular days, candy is where it's at for a birthday party. Just search Pinterest for some "bait" printables -- or make your own!

Photo: Catch My Party
Watermelon Shark

Totally Jawsome! Your Baby Shark party guests will love taking a bite out of something super-healthy and fun... not sure it gets any cuter than this fruit salad shark.

Photo & Recipe: Taste of Home