Even though real pirates were scoundrels, there is a certain mystique about them to this day.
Children especially love daydreaming about their adventures on the high seas.
If they do, then a Pirate Birthday Party is sure to get them excited.
Invite all of your land lubber friends over with a treasure map party invitation.
Create your own with parchment paper.
Draw a map outline of an island with some palm trees and other landmarks.
Make sure to have a dotted line leading to an X.
Some office supply stores will have mailing tubes if you want to send them out in a unique fashion.
Following along the hidden treasure theme, a fun pirate party activity is a treat hunt.
Hide a number of clues around your party location before the party.
The first clue should lead to the next one.
At the end of the clues should be a treasure chest.
Let each of the pirates plunder the loot as the prize The pirates will want some grub after all that treasure hunting.
There are a number of things that you can prepare in your galley (kitchen) that they will love.
They will have a great time eating food that doesn't require silverware.
Hot dogs, hamburgers, corn on the cob, and turkey legs are all good for this.
Serve cupcakes with an X on them to continue with the no silverware theme.
Your party guests cannot go home with a bag of treasure of their own.
Fill some party favor bags with gold coins as a thank you gift for attending the Pirate Birthday Party.