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What Is a Mermaid Birthday Party? Discover the Magical Celebration Every Girl Dreams Of

  • Writer: Valinda Voogt
    Valinda Voogt
  • Aug 14
  • 5 min read

Updated: Sep 15

Does your daughter dream of becoming a real mermaid – with sparkling facepaint, colorful hair, and a touch of magic? Then a mermaid birthday party is exactly what you’re looking for. More and more girls between the ages of 6 and 12 are falling in love with the underwater theme, and it’s easy to see why: glitter, seashells, ocean colors, and creativity all come together in one enchanting celebration.

In this blog, you’ll discover exactly what a mermaid party involves – and how, with Mia’s Magic, I can turn any birthday into an unforgettable mermaid adventure, right in your own home.


What Exactly Is a Mermaid Party?

At a mermaid birthday party, children step right into a fairytale world. They get to craft and be beautifully decorated – all in perfect theme style. Instead of simply eating cake and playing games, this celebration is all about experience and transformation: each child gradually turns into a stunning little mermaid.


What makes a mermaid party extra special is that it’s a combination of crafting, creative activities, and being pampered. It’s not only fun, but also meaningful: children create something beautiful, learn new skills, and take home an unforgettable memory. This makes it more than just a party – it’s a unique experience that stays with them for a long time.

Whether you invite a small group of friends or plan a larger celebration, a mermaid birthday party always brings happy faces, proud creations, and plenty of “wow” moments. And the best part is – as a parent, you don’t have to plan or arrange it all yourself, because I’m here to help you make it happen.


Step-by-Step: What a Mia’s Magic Party Looks Like

A Mia’s Magic mermaid party isn’t just any party—it’s an experience that immerses children in a world full of color, creativity, and glitter. Every element is carefully designed to transform girls aged 6 to 10 step-by-step into real mermaids.


Getting Creative: Make Your Own Face Gem

We begin the mermaid birthday party with a fun and creative activity. Each child gets to design their own face gem using sparkling, mermaid-inspired rhinestones. These little works of art are assembled in a safe and child-friendly way, allowing each child to create a unique jewel that perfectly matches her own style.

girl with  face gem

Mermaid Crafting: Creating a Magical Hairpiece

Next, we dive into mermaid crafting. The children decorate a colorful hairpiece with ribbons, clips, rings, and other materials. Not only is it fun to make, but it’s also a lasting keepsake from a special day.

decorated hair piece

The Grand Transformation: Face Paint, Face Gem, and Mermaid Hair

Once all the creations are ready, we bring everything together. The children are professionally face painted with beautiful mermaid designs in stunning shades of blue, purple, and silver. Next, each child has their handmade face gem applied to their face, and their self-decorated hairpiece is secured in their hair. The result? A complete mermaid makeup look that brings out glowing smiles and proud expressions.


This creates a festive moment where every child feels special—perfectly in line with the theme. With Mia’s Magic, every mermaid party becomes a magical adventure to remember for years to come.

girl with face gem, mermaid hair piece and mermaid facepaint

Why Both Parents and Kids Are Excited

A mermaid birthday party isn’t just a party – it’s a complete experience where children are immersed in a world full of glitter, creativity, and imagination. And that’s what makes not only the birthday girl happy, but the parents as well.


Kids experience pure magic. They get to feel like a real mermaid for a while as they create their own mermaid face gem, decorate a hairpiece, and get transformed with beautiful mermaid makeup. This mix of crafting, dressing up, and glamorous transformation sparks the imagination of almost every child.


Parents appreciate the peace of mind – and the results. You don’t have to prepare or clean up a thing. Everything is taken care of: from materials to setup and guidance. At the end of the party, the children go home not only beaming with joy, but also with a tangible keepsake – their handmade hairpiece and face gem. That makes it extra special.


Plus, this type of mermaid party is perfect for indoors, all year round. Whether you’re celebrating in your living room, garden, or a party venue – I adapt to your wishes and space. The activity works well for both small and medium-sized groups, staying manageable and festive.


In short: a mermaid birthday party by Mia’s Magic is carefree for parents and magical for kids – and that’s exactly why it’s such a hit.


Who Is This Party For?

A mermaid party is perfect for girls aged 6 to 12 who love crafts, glitter, and imagination. This party is specially designed for children who enjoy being creative and adore transforming themselves into a magical character.

Is your daughter the type who gets lost in stories about the ocean, collects shells on the beach, or loves dressing up? Then she will feel completely at home in this enchanting underwater theme. Children who enjoy face painting or crafting will also find this party unforgettable.


The mermaid birthday party is suitable for groups of at least 6 children and can easily be tailored to their age and preferences. Since everything is taken care of on location, it’s also ideal for parents who want to organize a unique and worry-free birthday celebration.


In short:

  • For girls aged 6 to 12

  • Perfect for children who love make-up, face painting, and crafting

  • Suitable for parties at home or at an external venue

  • Fully organized with a clear structure and creative activities

With this party, you’ll give your child and her friends not only fun but also a lasting memory – a true mermaid adventure, perfectly suited to their world of imagination.

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Booking a Mermaid Party

Would you like to book a mermaid party your child will talk about for weeks? With Mia’s Magic, every party becomes a sparkling adventure full of fantasy, color, and creativity. I take care of the entire birthday party on location, so you as a parent can relax while the children are immersed in a magical mermaid world.


The party consists of three parts, carefully designed to engage and amaze children aged 6 to 12:

  • Creative start with face gems: Each child designs their own unique glitter face gem with rhinestones and sparkling decorations.

  • Mermaid hairpiece crafting: Using ribbons, rings, and clips, the children create a hair accessory that perfectly matches their underwater look.

  • The magical transformation: To finish, the children are beautifully face painted in mermaid style, then their handmade face gem and hairpiece are added for the ultimate result.


Everything is provided – from face paints and craft supplies to styling and clean-up. You don’t have to prepare or tidy up a thing. Best of all? I come to you – whether you’re in Lelystad or anywhere in the surrounding region.



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Hi, I’m Valinda, a professional face painter and glitter artist. With Mia’s Magic, I bring color, joy, and sparkle to kids birthyday parties, festivals, and events.

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