Preteen Birthday Party Ideas

Birthday Party Games Lady
Very creative party themes well-suited to older children - Survivor, Detective, Medieval Mystery, Harry Potter.

Dance Parties - BirthdayPartyIdeas
Reader-submitted ideas for teen dance parties can be adapted for some 12 year olds.

Dramatic Fanatic Party Kits
Order kits in PDF format for mystery theater parties and create-a-play themes for kids.

Mall Parties - BirthdayPartyIdeas
Reader-submitted ideas for preteen girls' favorite birthday party theme - the mall!

Preteen Birthday Bash - iVillage
Advice for a successful preteen birthday party.

Preteen Parties - Birthday In a Box
Come As You Are, Glow In the Dark, Find the Party Road Rally.

Preteenagers Today-Birthday Party Ideas for the Older Child
Quick ideas for creative preteen parties.

Scavenger Hunt Party - Shindigz
Idea starters for your own Scavenger Hunt Party for preteens.

Slumber Parties - Amon Parties
Advice for the guest list, practical decorating, late night munchies, and entertainment.

Slumber Party Ideas - Boardman's Birthday
Lots of cool slumber party ideas at this site.

Survivor Party - Party 411
This adult party theme can be modified for preteens. Scroll down to the Survivor party games link for more ideas for "Immunity Challenges".