Welcome to Parties by Katie J! If you're planning a dinosaur birthday party that’s memorable, easy to pull together, and packed with prehistoric fun, you’re in the right place. I’m Katie, the owner of Katie J Design and Events (based in Brisbane, QLD), and I’m sharing my best tips to help you create a dinosaur themed birthday party your little dino-lover will never forget.
Dinosaur parties are one of those classic themes that never go out of style. They work for toddlers, preschoolers, big kids, and even baby showers, and you can take the vibe anywhere from “cute and colourful” to “Jurassic and wild”. If you’re looking for dino birthday decorations, games, food ideas, and simple styling tricks, this guide is designed to help you plan faster and decorate smarter. We ship Australia-wide, and we also post to New Zealand and the USA, so you can create the same look wherever you’re celebrating.
Choosing the Perfect Dinosaur Theme
One of the easiest ways to make your party look “put together” is choosing one clear theme and matching your key pieces (banner, invites, and a few table details). At Katie J Design and Events, we offer multiple dinosaur party themes to suit different ages and styles, and they can all be personalised with your child’s name and age.
Here’s a quick overview of our dinosaur party themes so you can pick the one that fits your celebration best:
Jurassic Dinosaur Themed Party: Perfect for older kids who love “scary” dinos and a more realistic jungle vibe. If you’re going for a bold feature wall moment, this one delivers serious Jurassic Park party energy.
Green Dinosaur Theme Party: A classic dinosaur party look for all ages, with cute footprints and bright dino clipart on a vibrant green background. Easy to style and always a crowd-pleaser.
Pink Dinosaur Theme Party: Perfect for a girl dinosaur themed party, with pink and purple tones, cute clipart, and footprints. It’s playful, bright, and photographs beautifully.
Little Boys Dino Theme Party: Bright aqua, lime green, and orange with fun dinosaurs like T-Rex and Triceratops. This one is especially popular for a dinosaur 1st birthday right through to early primary years.
Little Girls Dino Theme Party: Pink, aqua blue and yellow with adorable clipart. It’s sweet, colourful, and perfect if you want “cute dinos” without going full pink.
Girls Boho Dinosaurs Theme Birthday: A dreamy boho dinosaur theme with hand-painted watercolour dinos, volcanoes, and a desert landscape under a lavender sky. If you love “Pinterest party” styling, you’ll love this one.
Cute Baby Dinosaurs Theme Birthday: Perfect for a dinosaur themed first birthday or baby shower, with hand-painted watercolour baby dinosaurs on a sweet sky-and-grass background. It’s gender-neutral, soft, and so gorgeous for milestone photos.
Decorating for a Dinosaur Extravaganza
Once you’ve picked your theme, you can build the rest of your styling around a few “hero pieces”: a personalised banner, matching invites, and a couple of themed table details. At Katie J Design and Events, we specialise in personalised dinosaur party supplies designed and printed in Australia, with fast shipping options and Afterpay available.
If you’re planning from Brisbane, QLD (or anywhere in Australia), this is my “keep it simple but wow” checklist:
- Choose a feature wall spot (banner + balloons = instant party magic)
- Match your invites so guests know the theme straight away
- Pick 2–3 table details (labels, stickers, party bags) so it feels cohesive
- Add one activity that matches the theme (dino dig is always a hit)
Dino Invites
Your invitations set the tone before the party even starts. Our Dino Invites are personalised to match your theme and get everyone excited for a prehistoric adventure. If you’re styling a full set, matching invites + banner is the quickest “wow, this looks amazing” combo.
Girls Dinosaur Party
How cute is this photo from Eevee's Dinosaur themed First Birthday Party. She celebrated with our Boho Dinosaurs Party theme and Large Canvas Banner. I love her Dinosaur Party Outfit, it’s perfect for a Dino Birthday Party!
Dinosaur Backdrop
Create an instant “land before time” moment with a Dinosaur Backdrop that matches your theme. Whether you go realistic jungle or a magical desert landscape, a personalised banner makes the biggest impact in photos (and it’s the piece people always ask about).
For the best display of your Dinosaur banner, don’t miss our guide to hanging party banners, filled with dinosaur decorations and dinosaur decor tips and tricks.
Dino Balloons
Add a playful element with dinosaur-shaped balloons, or create a balloon garland as your feature wall frame. If you want it to look extra polished, stick to 2–3 colours that match your theme (for example: green + white + gold, or pink + lavender + white).
Party Favours
Treat your guests to custom party favours using Dinosaur-themed labels. Whether you’re making chocolate bars, bubble wands, lollipops, or dinosaur party bags, personalised labels add that “this was made just for you” feel, and guests love taking them home.
Dino Table Settings
Little details make a big difference. You can transform simple coloured plates, cups, and napkins into a full theme with stickers and labels. Try adding:
- Custom dinosaur stickers for cups, lolly bags, and party favour tubs
- Personalised dinosaur chocolate labels for your dessert table
- Matching water bottle labels (perfect for warm Queensland parties)
It’s an easy way to get that coordinated look without buying a million themed items from different places.
Exciting Dinosaur-Themed Games
No dinosaur party is complete without a few prehistoric party games. These are easy, low-cost, and always a hit:
- Dino Dig: Create a DIY excavation site where kids can dig for “fossils” buried in sand or soil.
- Dinosaur Pinata: Everyone loves a pinata. Check out our tutorial on how to make a pinata at home and adapt it for a dinosaur theme.
- Pin the Tail on the Dinosaur: A classic party game with a dino twist using a large dinosaur poster.
- Dinosaur Egg Hunt: Hide plastic dinosaur eggs filled with little treats or tiny toys.
If you want even more ideas (including options for mixed ages), check out our comprehensive guide to fun kids' party games suitable for all ages.
Delicious Dinosaur-Inspired Food
Food doesn’t need to be complicated to be cute. A few themed touches will make your table look amazing (and keep the kids happy):
- Dino-shaped sandwiches: Use dinosaur cookie cutters and fill with kid-friendly ingredients like peanut butter and vegemite or cheese and ham.
- Dinosaur fossil cookies: Bake sugar cookies or use Marie Biscuits and read our Easy Iced Biscuits post for a no-bake option. Once iced, stamp with dinosaur footprints using toy dinos.
- Volcano cupcakes: Red and orange frosting, chocolate “rocks”, and a tiny dinosaur on top.
- Green themed treats: Try our Delicious Chocolate Spoons recipe or Simple Iced Wafers to add fun colour to your sweets table.
Super Easy Dinosaur Cake
For my son Donte’s dinosaur 3rd birthday, we made him a dinosaur birthday cake using a plain sponge and supermarket frosting (because I love a good shortcut). If you’re planning a dinosaur birthday party, a dino cake is such a fun centrepiece, and it doesn’t need to be fancy to look impressive.
Here are the simple steps we took to make Donte’s dinosaur cake:
- Trace a birthday dinosaur image on greaseproof paper.
- Cut it out and place it on the sponge.
- Use a serrated knife to cut the sponge into shape.
- Frost your dinosaur cake with icing.
- Add chocolate drops, brown m & m's, and Maltesers for texture (and because it’s delicious).
Quick Shopping Links for Your Dinosaur Party
If you’re ready to start styling, here are a few helpful places to jump to:
- Dinosaur Party Decorations
- Dinosaur Party Invitations
- Personalised Dinosaur Party Banners (Backdrops)
- Dinosaur Party Bags
- Dinosaur Stickers
FAQ: Dinosaur Birthday Party Planning
What age is a dinosaur theme best for?
Dinosaur parties are perfect for toddlers through to primary school. For a dinosaur 1st birthday, the “cute” themes (like our watercolour baby dinos) are especially popular. For older kids, a Jurassic-style theme is always a winner.
How do I make my dinosaur party look cohesive without spending a fortune?
Pick one theme, then match your banner and invites first. After that, add 2–3 small table details like stickers, chocolate labels, or party bags. It instantly looks coordinated (without needing themed everything).
Do you ship dinosaur party decorations outside Australia?
Yes. We’re an Australian small business based in Brisbane, QLD, and we ship across Australia, plus to New Zealand and the USA. Shipping options are shown at checkout.
What’s the easiest “wow” decoration for a dinosaur party?
A personalised backdrop banner plus a balloon garland. It becomes your feature wall, your photo spot, and the main thing guests notice when they walk in.
Can I personalise the decorations with my child’s name and age?
Yes. Most of our dinosaur party supplies are personalised with your child’s name and age (and you can often choose colours too), so it feels made just for them.
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