Star Wars And Princess Leia Birthday Party Ideas

sajiakotwal
Dec 12, 2025
3 min read

Planning a birthday party for a 5-year-old who loves Star Wars and Princess Leia can be a thrilling adventure. Combining the excitement of the Star Wars universe with the charm of Princess Leia creates a magical experience for your child and their friends. This guide offers practical, creative ideas to help you host a memorable DIY Star Wars and Princess Leia themed birthday party that your child will cherish.

Eye-level view of a Star Wars themed birthday cake decorated with Princess Leia figurines and lightsabers — Star Wars themed backdrop and cake

Invitations and Decorations

Start the party planning with themed invitations that set the tone. Use printable Star Wars invitations featuring Princess Leia’s iconic hairstyle or the Rebel Alliance symbol. You can find great templates online or create your own using Canva or simple design tools.

For decorations, focus on colors like white, black, and red, which reflect Princess Leia’s outfits and the Star Wars universe. Hang paper lanterns shaped like the Death Star or use star-shaped fairy lights to create a galaxy effect. Balloons in silver and red add a festive touch.

Use black and white tablecloths and start wars plates, utensils, and napkins
Create a photo booth area with props like Princess Leia wigs, lightsabers, and masks of characters like Yoda or Darth Vader.
Use cardboard cutout figures of star wars characters

Everything I used is linked below:

Shimmer wall backdrop 24 panels x 3 orders ( https://amzn.to/4sb7tOf)
Black and silver balloon arch (https://amzn.to/48CIWK0)
White tablecloths (https://amzn.to/3YpJbCc)
Black sequin table runner (https://amzn.to/4q3EM3w)
Star Wars party tableware set (https://amzn.to/3YpJgG0)
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Darth Vader cutout (https://amzn.to/4rUjwPE)
Stormtroopers cutout (https://amzn.to/4q1oGrd)
White serving trays and dessert platters (https://amzn.to/48OeJXd)
Wooden cake stand (https://amzn.to/3KHQ0Mm)
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Food and Cake Ideas

Food is a highlight of any party, and with a Star Wars theme, you can get creative with names and presentation.

Wookiee Cookies: Chocolate chip cookies shaped like Chewbacca.
Yoda Soda: Green punch or lime soda served in clear cups with Star Wars stickers.
Lightsaber Pretzels: Pretzel rods dipped in colored chocolate to look like lightsabers.

For the birthday cake, a Princess Leia cake with her signature hairstyle or a Star Wars spaceship design will wow the guests. You can order a custom cake or bake one at home using themed cake toppers.

Personalized Princess Leia Cupcake Topper

Fun Activities and Games

Keep the young guests entertained with themed games and activities that are simple and fun.

Jedi Training Academy

Set up an obstacle course where kids can practice their Jedi skills. Use pool noodles as lightsabers and create challenges like jumping over “laser beams” made from red yarn or crawling under tables.

Princess Leia Craft Station

Provide materials for kids to make their own Princess Leia buns headbands or decorate star-shaped cookies. This hands-on activity lets children take home a personalized souvenir.