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Planning a boba tea birthday party?
This updated guide shares 25 fun boba tea party ideas for kids and teens, including DIY boba bars, games, decorations, snacks, and party favors that actually work for real birthdays.
Whether you’re hosting tweens, teens, or boba-loving kids, these ideas make it easy to plan a bubble tea–themed party without overcomplicating it.
💡Looking for even more birthday party inspiration? Our Birthday Party Ideas for Kids by Age, Theme & Activity guide pulls together the most popular party themes, games, and activity ideas for every age.
Quick Picks: Best Boba Tea Party Ideas for Kids & Teens
Planning short on time? Start with these parent-approved boba tea party ideas – they’re the most popular, easiest to pull off, and biggest hits with kids and teens.
- Best hands-on activity: DIY Boba Making Station
- Best party setup for tweens: Boba Tea Bar with toppings + syrups
- Best low-prep game: Pin the Boba on the Cup
- Best creative activity: Decorate-Your-Own Boba Cups
- Best snack idea: Bubble Tea–Inspired Cupcakes
- Best party favor: Mini Take-Home Boba Kits
Boba Tea Party Activities & Games
DIY Boba Making Station
Set up a boba-making station where kids can mix their own drinks using milk tea, fruit tea, or matcha, plus toppings like tapioca pearls, jelly, and popping boba. Clear cups and wide boba straws make the whole experience feel extra fun and customizable.
Fun and interactive, but works best if you prep pearls and teas ahead of time — younger kids may need help with hot liquids.
💡Short on time? You can create a boba making station yourself using individual ingredients, or use a pre-assembled option that includes the basics.
👉 Mini Boba Party Set (affiliate link)
What you’ll need for a basic boba station:
- Cooked tapioca pearls (regular or mini)
- Brewed tea (black, green, or fruit tea)
- Milk options (dairy or non-dairy)
- Sweeteners or flavored syrups
- Toppings (popping boba, jellies, fruit)
- Clear cups + wide boba straws
DIY Boba Bar
Create a separate boba bar with add-ins like flavored powders (matcha or taro), syrups, sprinkles, crushed cookies, or chocolate shavings so guests can experiment with flavors. This works well alongside a main boba station or as a simpler alternative.
Great for tweens and teens who love customizing; keep the topping list short to avoid spills and decision overload.
Boba Tea Photo Booth
Set up a photo booth with a bubble tea–themed backdrop, oversized boba cup cutouts, and props like giant straws, sunglasses, and playful signs. It’s an easy way to capture memories without much prep.
Boba Tasting Challenge
Prepare several boba tea flavors and have kids guess the flavors while blindfolded or with labels hidden. You can turn it into a friendly competition with small prizes for correct guesses.
Best for smaller groups — it gets loud quickly with bigger parties.
Make Tapioca Balls from Scratch
Turn boba into a hands-on activity by showing kids how tapioca pearls are made from tapioca starch and hot water. Rolling and cooking the pearls gives them a behind-the-scenes look at their favorite drink.
More time-intensive, but a fun choice for older kids who enjoy cooking projects.
DIY Bubble Tea–Making Competition
Split guests into small teams and challenge them to create their own signature boba drink using a set list of ingredients. Judges can score based on taste, creativity, and presentation.
This works best with clear rules and a time limit so it stays fun instead of chaotic.
Pin the Boba on the Cup
A bubble tea twist on the classic party game. Create a large poster of a boba cup and let kids try to pin the “boba” in the right spot while blindfolded.
A great low-prep game that’s easy to run alongside food or drinks.
Boba Cup Decorating
Set out plastic or foam cups, markers, stickers, and washi tape so kids can decorate their own boba cups to use during the party or take home.
A calm, creative activity that balances out higher-energy games.
Boba Bracelets
Provide colorful beads and elastic string so guests can make boba-inspired bracelets to wear or keep as party favors.
Simple, portable, and a good option if you need a quick activity that doesn’t involve food.
Boba Tea Party Decorations
Tapioca Pearl Garland
Create a playful boba tea garland by stringing together faux tapioca pearls and hanging it across a party table, doorway, or wall. It’s a simple way to tie the boba theme into your space without needing elaborate decor.
Lightweight and budget-friendly, but best used indoors where it won’t blow around.
Boba Tea Centerpieces
Use clear vases or mason jars filled with flowers or balloons, then add boba straws or themed tags for a subtle bubble tea touch. These work well on food tables or gift tables.
Looks best when you keep the table uncluttered so the centerpiece doesn’t compete with snacks.
Boba-Themed Snacks & Desserts
Boba Tea Cookies
Bake or decorate cookies shaped like boba cups using a boba cookie cutter, straws, or tapioca pearls. Colorful icing and sprinkles help bring the theme to life.
Great as a make-ahead snack if you want one less thing to prep on party day.
Bubble Tea Pudding Cups
Serve individual pudding cups flavored with matcha, taro, or milk tea, topped with whipped cream and a few tapioca pearls.
Easy to portion, but plan to chill these ahead of time so they’re ready to grab.
Boba Fruit Skewers
Thread fresh fruit like strawberries, mango, and kiwi onto skewers and serve with a sweet dipping sauce. This adds a lighter option alongside sugary treats.
A good balance snack, especially for younger kids or mixed-age parties.
Tapioca Pearl Snack Mix
Mix mini tapioca pearls with cereal, nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips for a chewy-sweet snack.
Fun and different, but best served in small cups to avoid messes.
Boba Tea–Inspired Cupcakes
Bake cupcakes in flavors like matcha, taro, or milk tea, and decorate them with frosting and boba-themed toppers.
Works well as the main dessert if you’re skipping a traditional cake.
Bubble Tea Jello Cups
Layer colorful gelatin flavors in clear cups and add tapioca pearls before setting. The result is a bright, jiggly treat that fits the theme perfectly.
These photograph well but need time to set, so plan ahead.
Boba Rice Krispie Treats
Add mini tapioca pearls to classic Rice Krispie treats, then shape or decorate them to resemble boba cups.
Simple to make and easy for kids to eat without utensils.
Boba Popcorn
Toss popcorn with brown sugar or caramel for a sweet crunch inspired by boba flavors.
A good last-minute snack option if you’re short on prep time.
Boba Tea Party Favor Ideas
DIY Boba Bags
Send guests home with mini boba kits that include tapioca pearls, tea bags, and simple instructions for making boba at home.
A memorable favor that works especially well for tweens and teens.
Customized Boba Tea Tumblers
Reusable tumblers with names or boba-themed designs double as a party favor and something kids can use again.
More expensive than single-use favors, but practical and long-lasting.
Boba Tea–Flavored Lip Balms
Lip balms inspired by milk tea, taro, or fruity boba flavors are a fun, compact favor option.
Easy to hand out and won’t take up much space in favor bags.
Bubble Tea–Scented Candles
Small scented candles in tea-inspired scents make a unique takeaway for older kids and teens.
Best suited for teen parties rather than younger kids.
Boba Tea Recipe Booklet
Create a small booklet or set of recipe cards featuring boba tea recipes and customization ideas.
A low-cost favor that pairs well with DIY boba kits or tumblers.
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