For those who like their birthday parties with a bit of a spooky twist, our Nightmare Before Christmas invitations are the perfect choice. With creepy yet charming designs, these invitations are sure to set the tone for a celebration that’s equal parts eerie and fun.
And with Canva’s easy customization options, you can tailor your invitation to match the birthday boy or girl’s personality. So, get ready to embrace the spookiness and celebrate in style with our Nightmare Before Christmas invitations!
How to Download
- What you need to do is click (left-click) the preview image.
- You should see a new page popped-up in your display, then you need to “right-click” the image and select “Save image as”
- Locate the destination folder, or just leave it as it is. Then “Enter” to start the download process.
Please note this, all files/materials have been included in that package, so once it’s finished, you are able to customize it right away.
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10 Spooky Ideas for a Memorable Nightmare Before Christmas Birthday Party
Throwing a birthday party for your child can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially if you’re looking for a unique and memorable theme. If your little one is a fan of Tim Burton’s classic film “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” then a spooky celebration is the perfect way to celebrate their special day.
Here are 10 ideas for throwing a hauntingly good Nightmare Before Christmas birthday party that your child and their friends will never forget.
Invitations
Start by setting the tone for the party with creepy invitations. Use black cardstock and write the invitation in white font to resemble the film’s opening credits. Add some spooky touches like bats, spider webs, or even a Jack Skellington or Sally cut-out to make the invites extra special.
Decorations
Transform your party space into Halloween Town by decorating with black and white striped tablecloths, pumpkins, skulls, and cobwebs. You can also incorporate the iconic characters like Jack Skellington, Sally, Oogie Boogie, and Zero by using posters, balloons, and life-size cutouts.
Costume Contest
Encourage guests to dress up in their favorite characters from the movie and hold a costume contest. Offer a prize for the best costume, such as a Nightmare Before Christmas themed goody bag or a spooky toy.
Movie Screening
No Nightmare Before Christmas party is complete without watching the film itself. Set up a projector and screen in a darkened room and make some popcorn and snacks for a cozy movie-watching experience.
DIY Crafts
Get creative with some Nightmare Before Christmas themed crafts. You can make Halloween Town snow globes using mason jars, fake snow, and miniature figurines, or create a spooky wreath using black and white striped ribbon and Halloween-themed ornaments.
Face Painting
Hire a face painter or assign a friend to paint the faces of guests with spooky characters from the film, such as Jack’s iconic grin, Sally’s stitches, or Oogie Boogie’s bugs.
Pin the Bowtie on Jack
Put a twist on the classic party game Pin the Tail on the Donkey with a Nightmare Before Christmas version. Print out a picture of Jack without his bowtie and have guests take turns trying to pin it in the right spot.
Cake and Treats
Make sure to have a festive cake and treats that fit the theme. You can have a cake with Jack Skellington’s face on it or make Halloween Town cupcakes with black and white frosting and fondant toppers.
Photo Booth
Set up a photo booth with Nightmare Before Christmas props like masks, hats, and signs. You can also create a spooky backdrop with black and white striped curtains or a graveyard scene.
Goody Bags
Send guests home with Nightmare Before Christmas themed goody bags filled with treats like Halloween candy, glow-in-the-dark toys, and spooky stickers.
With these 10 ideas, you’re sure to throw a hauntingly good Nightmare Before Christmas birthday party that your child and their friends will never forget. Get ready for a spooktacular celebration that will have everyone screaming with delight.
