What to do at a sleepover?
What to do at a sleepover?!
The initial feeling you get when your child asks for a sleepover is “OMG how will I manage all the children?! How will I keep them entertained?!” It can seem very daunting…But after setting up so many teepee sleepover parties and recommending ideas to parents, let me tell you it’s the most fun and worthwhile experience for all involved!! Read on to discover lots of tips and tricks to the perfect stress-free sleepover party!
Let’s talk fun things to do at a sleepover!
The most common and fun thing to do at a sleepover is watch a movie of course!
This is perfect for all ages and is a great way to keep the children calm and relaxed (with popcorn in hand and drinks and snacks at the ready!) Popular movies to watch at a sleepover, which are suitable for all different ages are Lilo and Stitch, Wednesday, Harry Potter, Toy Story, Barbie, Mean girls and Hocus pocus to name a few.
Why not go all out and hire one our trusted companies to do the hard work with a rented big screen and projector for a home cinema movie night experience!
What else to do at a sleepover?
Playing games is all part of the fun of a sleepover too!
The younger children like classic games such as pass the parcel, chinese whispers, pass the balloon, sleeping lions, musical statues and musical beds with the teepees. Another one for the younger children is build a bear. Imagine the excitement as each guest gets to choose their own adorable teddy bear, and then brings it to life with stuffing, fluffing, and personal touches! It's a unique and interactive experience that will have everyone smiling from ear to ear!
Older children LOVE a Photo Booth along with props and a red carpet! They’'ll have so much fun and giggles as they make silly faces and strut their stuff! You can find photobooth props on any major online site. “Would you rather“ is also a great game and is a great one to get children talking and bonding.
The older girls also love listening to music, performing the latest tiktok dance moves with their friends and singing along to their favourite songs. Have a playlist at the ready! Karaoke machines are always a huge hit too! Why not ask your teepee company to include a wireless led light speaker to get the party started? Slumber party activity bundles are also a great hit and available to print off online. They consist of games like slumber party bingo, spin the nail polish game, would she rather and lots more fun activities.
…Have you ever thought about scary games to play at sleepovers?
These are the kind of games you just can’t get bored off. Truth or Scare is a great game for all ages where you pick a card and it’s either a truth or scare card. These are available online to purchase. Don’t forget to purchase a spooky sound machine too for all the scary effects!
Why not ask your teepee party company to set up a ‘Wednesday’ teepee theme alongside some scary games? This has been super popular lately! You could also purchase a creepy hand game for children ages 7+? Will you face the truth, take the challenge, or pay the price?!
What about things to do with your best friend at a sleepover? #bestie #bffe
When your daughter wants a best friends sleepover, we have some fun ideas for the girls such as pamper nights, face masks, hair braiding, playing dress up and having a mini photo shoot! Perhaps you could purchase a kids instant print camera to take instant photos with your best friend?
Or why not hire the large double bestie teepee from one of our sleepover party companies? You can even add on matching personalised pyjamas with their names on for the ultimate pyjama party sleepover!
When your son wants a best friends sleepover, why not have a gaming theme teepee and they can enjoy a gaming night with their bestie? Another great choice is the football themed teepees and they can have fun with the table top football game and finish off with a movie marathon. Another good game is to get a torch and they can make shadow puppets with their hands!
Finally, don’t forget the essentials! Stock up on snacks and drinks (lots!) Why not hire a donut wall or pick and mix cart from one or our trusted sleepover providers!
Sleepovers are so much fun and about creating lasting memories with their friends! Let them let loose and I hope you enjoy every moment of it!
