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The first birthday is a huge milestone for babies and parents, filled with excitement, joy, and celebration. While your little one might not fully understand the concept of a party yet, the fun games you plan will engage guests of all ages and make the event unforgettable. From playful activities for toddlers to games entertaining adults, there are plenty of options to ensure everyone has a great time.
At The Carnival Fair, we understand the importance of creating fun and interactive experiences for all your guests, especially the little ones. That’s why we offer a wide range of first birthday party games that are safe, entertaining, and easy to enjoy. Whether you’re looking for interactive activities to keep the toddlers entertained or unique game ideas for the whole family, we’ve got you covered.
A soft, colorful ball pit is a sensory wonderland for toddlers. Babies can crawl, toss, and explore in a padded environment filled with gentle, lightweight balls—perfect for keeping them safely entertained. The Carnival Fair provides clean, high-quality ball pit rentals as part of their selections, ensuring safe and photo-worthy fun.
While traditional bouncy castles might be too intense for one-year-olds, The Carnival Fair offers options tailored for younger children.
These bouncy castles feature lower walls, a gentle bounce, and soft landings, allowing your little one to enjoy safe bouncing while parents watch on with peace of mind.
Babies are mesmerised by colours and shapes, making balloon sculpting a guaranteed hit. Professional artists create whimsical characters and animals on the spot, keeping kids entertained and giving them a fun takeaway.
Even the youngest guests can enjoy gentle face painting with hypoallergenic, baby-safe materials. Whether it’s a cute butterfly on the cheek or animal whiskers, it adds charm to the party photos. Available under The Carnival Fair’s arts & crafts activities, this service can be tailored for babies and toddlers.
Add a delightful surprise element to your party with gashapon machines—themed capsule toys that are perfect for little hands. Parents can help their babies turn the knob and discover an adorable gift inside. The Carnival Fair offers fully stocked machines suited for all ages, featured in their arcade rentals collection.
At one year old, babies are just starting to walk, explore, and socially engage, so their attention spans and motor skills are still developing. The right games should match these early abilities—offering sensory stimulation, soft interaction, and lots of adult involvement. Here's what to prioritise:
Safe and Soft Play Zones
Gentle Visual Stimulation
Short and Sweet Activities
Parent-Friendly Engagement
Choosing age-appropriate activities isn’t just about safety; it’s the key to keeping your guests happy and the party stress-free.
Planning a first birthday party can be overwhelming, especially when your guest list includes other toddlers, older siblings, and parents. Here’s a practical breakdown of how to narrow down your entertainment:
By focusing on a mix of active, visual, and interactive play, you’ll create a more balanced experience that appeals to babies, siblings, and parents alike.
Whether you're hosting a cosy home celebration or a big bash, choosing the right combination of games depends on how many guests you're entertaining—and how much space you have. Below are sample setups tailored to different crowd sizes, each designed for maximum engagement and fun.
Small Parties (10–15 Guests)
Perfect for home parties or small condo function rooms, this size benefits from a minimal but curated setup.
Medium Parties (20–30 Guests)
Ideal for community centres, cafés, or garden venues, medium-sized parties allow for more variety.
Large Parties (40+ Guests)
Best for outdoor venues or corporate family days with a high turnout and ample space.
With scalable options and full-service delivery, The Carnival Fair makes it easy to tailor your setup to your party size—no matter how intimate or grand.
Planning a first birthday party comes with unique considerations—but choosing the right games doesn't have to be stressful. From gentle activities like soft play zones and interactive claw machines to crowd-pleasers like toddler carousel rides and fishing ponds, there are plenty of safe and engaging ways to celebrate this milestone.
The Carnival Fair offers a full suite of first birthday-friendly carnival games, arcade machines, and fringe activities, all with free delivery, setup, and teardown—making your little one’s big day easy and unforgettable.
Contact us today and let’s start planning!
The best games are safe, sensory-based, and short in duration. Options like ball pits, claw machines with plush toys, and balloon sculpting work well for toddlers and still entertain older kids.
Yes! Many of our carnival and arcade games are compact and suitable for home venues or condo function rooms. We handle delivery, setup, and teardown, so you don’t have to worry.
Create balance by mixing active zones like soft inflatables with calmer activities like gashapon machines or interactive puppet shows. We offer a range of fringe activities perfect for this.
Absolutely. The Carnival Fair provides tailored packages based on your venue size, number of guests, and preferred theme. Reach out to us for a customised, all-in-one party experience.
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