Baseball birthday party: boy smiling at the camera

If your kid can’t stop talking about sports idols like Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, or Lou Gehrig, throwing a baseball-themed birthday party is a fantastic way to celebrate their special day and love for the sport!

Here, you’ll find some of our favorite baseball birthday party ideas, including venue options, creative decor, and games and activities to entertain guests. You’ll also discover baseball-themed birthday invitations that you can customize now.

Hit a Home Run with These 12 Baseball Birthday Party Ideas

Baseball birthday party: girls happily playing baseball

Step up to the plate and plan a memorable event with these baseball birthday party ideas. From food ideas that make you feel like you’re at a real ball game to activities that’ll entertain the kids all day, you won’t have to worry about striking out.

1. Host the Party at a Real Baseball Game

Knock it out of the park by taking your child and his friends to a real baseball game. If you want to go big and the timing is right, take the kids to a playoff or championship game. For something more accessible, consider buying tickets to a regular game that still features your child’s favorite national-level team. You could also attend a local baseball game or one of the lower leagues to get more bang for your buck — and typically a mellower atmosphere.

2. Order Custom Uniforms

Give each guest a party favor they’ll remember for a lifetime by custom ordering uniforms with each person’s name. Send these out before the big day, or have them ready at the party so everyone can wear their snazzy new gear. If you’re throwing a baseball-themed party for a 1st birthday celebration, you can get onesies instead!

3. Rent a Baseball Venue

Baseball birthday party: baseball ball on a field

If you can’t attend a game, rent a baseball venue for your kiddo’s celebration. You can plan on going to the batting cages to get the kids playing and then have a picnic lunch afterward in a nearby park. In some cases, you can rent an entire baseball field to host the party there. 

4. Create a Specific Baseball Theme

While a baseball party is a theme on its own, you can always add another birthday party theme to make the event more fun. For instance, you can create a team-based theme by choosing the birthday honoree’s favorite team. Alternatively, you can host a baseball party based on a famous movie like “The Sandlot” or “Rookie of the Year.”

5. Make or Order Baseball-Themed Decorations

Once you have a theme in mind, it’s time to decorate! If a particular team is your theme, choose baseball party decorations featuring the team’s colors. For a movie theme, consider using characters for inspiration when selecting colors or decor items. 

For traditional baseball birthday parties, you can’t go wrong with classic baseball motifs. Look for balloons with images of baseballs and use baseball bats, baseballs, and baseball caps as decorative items. Instead of a red carpet, lay out a strip of astroturf to mimic the look of the outfield.

Drape tables with a baseball tablecloth — you can create a DIY version by getting a round white tablecloth and gluing mini red rectangles on it like stitching. Add baseballs, catcher mitts, and baseball team paraphernalia to the tables.

6. Make a Baseball Pennant Banner

Hang baseball pennant flags to elevate your decor, or make a birthday banner that mimics the look of these awards. Choose a pennant color that matches your baseball party theme and add the name of the MVP (aka the birthday honoree!).

7. Celebrate with a Baseball Cake

Baseball birthday party: baseball-themed cupcakes

Sing “Happy Birthday” to the special person and let them indulge in a cake that looks just like a baseball. Use a baseball cake recipe to go the DIY route, or order a custom design from your local bakery. Add a cake topper featuring your child’s favorite sports team or figurines. Another fun option: baseball cupcakes! Add popsicle sticks to the cupcakes with images of the birthday honoree and other baseball motifs for a fun twist.

You can also set up a full dessert bar with ice cream, donuts, or cake pops. Let each kid pick their favorite ice cream and add toppings like sprinkles or candies. You can set out dishes with each topper and clever labels like “worm burner” for gummy worms and “field fertilizer” for green sprinkles. 

8. Play Ball

Batter up! No sports party is complete without party games. For younger kids, set up a wiffle ball game where they can play baseball using a plastic bat and ball. Older kids will love playing a real baseball game or friendly competition to see who can hit the ball the farthest.

9. Serve Stadium Fare

Baseball birthday party: baseball balls, peanuts, popcorn, hotdogs, and drinks on a table

Serve fun baseball treats the kids would find at a real stadium, including hot dogs, pretzels, and nachos. You can also serve baseball-themed party foods and snacks like Cracker Jacks and peanuts. Other popular items include Big League Chew, sunflower seeds, and popcorn. For a hint of sweetness, serve donuts, Baby Ruth chocolate bars, or Rice Krispie Treats.

10. Set Up a Concession Stand for a Ballpark Feel

Take your food spread up a notch by building a concession stand for serving food to your guests. You can use a standing desk to create the concession stand or rent one from a party supplies company. Alternatively, rent a food truck and let the professionals handle the concessions so you can join in on the fun.

11. Get Guest Autographs

If you’re hosting a baseball party for a younger child, skip the classic guest book and have guests sign their autograph on a baseball instead. There’s enough room for a short and sweet message or a special drawing to make the ball more special. Collect all the balls and display them on a shelf in your child’s room.

12. Give Guests Baseball Party Favors

Show guests how much you appreciate them by giving them memorable party favors. Order water bottles featuring team colors or give guests custom-embroidered baseball hats. 

5 Baseball Birthday Party Invitations for a Grand Slam Celebration

Getting excited about the baseball party? Be sure to send birthday party invitations two to four weeks before the event. That way, your guests have enough time to make arrangements. Before you browse our full collection of baseball-themed birthday invites, check out these favorites below.

1. Baseball Stitch Invitation

Baseball Stitch Invitation

Design: Signature Greenvelope

Featuring a classic look, this baseball party invite has a white background and red stitching to resemble a baseball. Choose from six border hues, or work with our designers to make your own custom color palette.

2. All Star Pennant Invitation

All Star Pennant Invitation

Design: Elizabeth Silver

Does your child love all types of sports? This vibrant sport-themed invite features different balls, making it perfect for a baseball-themed shindig. Use it to invite guests to an All-Star baseball party and get ready to hit a home run.

3. Play Ball Invitation

Play Ball Invitation

Design: Claudia Owen

Celebrate a baseball-themed birthday with this uniform-inspired invite. The background and envelope liner feature the classic stripes of a team uniform with a baseball front and center. Fill out your event details and get ready for those RSVPs to roll in!

4. All Access Invitation

All Access Invitation

Design: Signature Greenvelope

Take your guests out to the ball game with this eye-catching invitation. It looks like a real stadium ticket, making it perfect for baseball birthdays where you’ll be watching a game in person.

5. Hey Batter Batter Invitation

Hey Batter Batter Invitation

Design: Laura Bolter Design

This clever invitation plays on the classic baseball phrase and features a baseball diamond to prepare guests for your big event. Use it for a baseball birthday party, a baby shower, or to invite guests to a family outing.

Step Up to the Plate with These Party Planning Tips

With these baseball birthday party ideas, you’ll easily plan a baseball fan’s dream celebration. Hit it out of the park with themed decorations, classic stadium fare, and fun baseball activities at a unique venue. 

When you’re ready to invite guests, browse our selection of birthday invitations and pick an artist-curated baseball design. Whether it’s for a first birthday party, a baseball lover’s baby shower, or your child’s latest b-day celebration, you’ll find a design to suit the occasion.

Continue browsing our Stationers blog to find more party planning tips. Discover new birthday theme ideas, decoration inspiration, and tips for serving tasty treats.