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Boy Baby Shower Themes: 15+ Adorable Ideas

August 6, 2024 by Leslie

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Planning a baby shower can be a daunting task, especially with the endless ideas you can find on social media sites like Pinterest and Instagram. The last thing you want is to feel overwhelmed while trying to create a joyous celebration for your friend and her new little bundle of joy.

This is where baby shower themes come to the rescue! With the right theme, you can craft an unforgettable experience that captures the excitement of welcoming a baby boy. I’ve compiled a fun list of over 15 boy baby shower themes with plenty of ideas to get you started. Get ready to make this baby shower a truly special occasion filled with joy and love.

Boy Baby Shower Themes Pin Image.

How do you plan a baby shower for a boy?

Planning a baby shower for a boy is pretty much just like planning any other party. You’ll want to have a good party planner on hand and then follow these steps:

  1. Talk to mom-to-be and finalize the guest list.
  2. Based on the guest list, choose the date and location of your party.
  3. Set a budget and stick to it.
  4. Finalize the theme.
  5. Choose baby shower decorations that fit the theme.
  6. Plan your favorite baby shower snacks and baby shower drinks.
  7. Develop a party timeline for the day’s activities and plan baby shower games or other entertainment.

Now that you’ve got a solid plan in place, choosing a theme for the baby shower will set the stage for the celebration! With the right boy baby shower themes, you’ll not only make the event more fun but also create a memorable experience that everyone, especially the mom-to-be, will cherish.

Heads Up: It’s best not to limit yourself only to photos and ideas only from baby showers when looking for inspiration, which is why some of the links below will be to birthday parties, collections, or other events. Don’t worry! The ideas will still work beautifully for a baby shower.

Boy Baby Shower Themes

Create the perfect celebration for your little one with these charming and creative boy baby shower themes. From adorable adventures to nostalgic book-inspired themes, get your creative juices rolling with inspiration for decorations and food for each theme.

Don't forget to download your free party planner at the end of this post to keep everything organized and stress-free!

Mustache Bash

Bring a playful twist to welcome your little gentleman with a Mustache Bash. This theme combines charming mustache decorations with a stylish color palette, creating a memorable event that's perfect for the modern family.

Decorations

Create a whimsical atmosphere with delightful mustache-themed decorations that combine playful elements and chic designs to celebrate the arrival of your little gentleman:

  • Create a garland of onesies decorated with neckties and mustaches
  • Add bowties to anything that stands still
  • Topped centerpieces with thrifted "gentlemanly" objects, or
  • Create a large mustache "pinata" filled with baby essentials instead of candy.
Food

Keep the theme going strong with a delicious spread of treats that feature mustache-inspired designs and creative flavors:

  • Chocolate mustache lollipops
  • Necktie-shaped cookies, and
  • Mustache cupcakes with fun toppings like chocolate sprinkles.

Balloon Party

Bring an air of joyful celebration and whimsy, with a simple array of colorful balloon decorations and playful designs.

Decorations

Balloons offer a multitude of creative decorating possibilities that extend well beyond the traditional helium bouquet. Here are a few inspiring ideas:

  • Shower mom-to-be with a DIY balloon drop right from your own ceiling.
  • Spell out baby's name, or even "It's a boy" with giant letter balloons
  • Create a stunning balloon archway entrance, or even an oversized balloon tunnel leading to the baby shower
Food

Keep things light and fluffy with a selection of bite-sized treats that will have guests floating on cloud nine, such as:

  • Cloud-shaped cake pops,
  • Cotton candy topped cupcakes, and
  • A DIY hot chocolate bar with balloon shaped marshmallows.
Photo Credit: etsy.com

Peter Rabbit

A charming Peter Rabbit-themed baby shower captures the whimsy and nostalgia of Beatrix Potter's beloved tales.

Decorations

Creating a delightful atmosphere filled with soft pastel colors, quintessential British garden elements, and enchanting elements such as:

  • Peter Rabbit's jacket hidden among the centerpieces
  • A soft garden themed balloon garland,
  • A Peter Rabbit themed cake topper, and
  • This printable Baby Shower Bundle that's so adorable I wish I had designed it myself
Food

Indulge your guests with a delightful selection of fresh, country garden-inspired dishes, including

  • Mini broccoli quiches
  • Herbed dipping oil for fresh, rustic bread, and
  • Carrot cupcakes with cream cheese frosting.
Photo Credit: etsy.com

Outer Space

Blast off into a universe of fun with an Outer Space-themed baby shower, perfect for welcoming your little astronaut.

Decorations

Transform your venue into a celestial playground, with out-of-this-world decorations, such as:

  • A "Houston We Have a Boy" sign,
  • A space balloon garland, and
  • DIY planet mobiles.
Food

Treat your guests to a galaxy of delicious treats, including:

  • Galaxy themed cookies
  • Alien marshmallow pops,
  • Cosmic charcuterie board featuring an assortment of star shaped cheeses, meats, and colorful fruits, and
  • Galaxy-themed mocktails with shimmering edible glitter

Superhero Baby Shower

Unleash your little one's inner hero with a Superhero-themed baby shower that celebrates courage, adventure, and all things heroic.

Decorations

Deck out your party space with bold and colorful decorations that will transport guests to a world of action-packed excitement, such as:

  • A cityscape backdrop for the perfect photo booth or dessert bar backdrop
  • Superhero action figure centerpieces, and
  • Paper skyscraper centerpieces
Food

Elevate your snack game with superhero-inspired treats that are both delicious and super-powered, including:

  • Turn your favorite party drink into Kryptonite punch
  • Offer a variety of colorful fruit kabobs, topped with superhero logos.
  • Superpower energy balls made with dates, nuts, and chia seeds.
  • Top off the celebration with a superhero cake, complete with a cape and mask.
Photo Credit: etsy.com

Adventure Awaits

Embark on a journey of discovery with an Adventure Awaits-themed baby shower that celebrates exploration and wanderlust.

Decorations

Adorn your space with travel inspired decorations that will encourage guests to share their own adventure stories while awaiting the arrival of your little explorer.

  • A sstunning backdrop with plenty of oversized travel themed cutouts
  • Compass party favors displayed prominently,
  • Forest tree cutouts scattered along the buffet and dining tables
Food

Transport your guests' taste buds across the globe with an array of international dishes that evoke the spirit of adventure, such as:

  • Bolivian corn bread,
  • Thai chicken skewers, and
  • French macarons in a variety of flavors.

Pro Tip: Set up stations for different regions or countries to keep the adventure theme alive.

Mickey Mouse

Celebrate the arrival of your little one with a magical Mickey Mouse themed baby shower that captures the charming essence of this beloved character.

Decorations

Transform your space into a whimsical wonderland with Mickey Mouse decorations that feature iconic red, black, and yellow colors, including

  • A giant Mickey Mouse airwalker balloon
  • Baby Mickey centerpiece cut out
  • Customized banners and table settings featuring Mickey's famous ears.
Food

Indulge your guests with delicious treats that pay homage to the beloved mouse, like:

  • Hot Diggity Dog and Burger Bar
  • Adorable Mickey-shaped sugar cookies, and
  • Mickey Mouse Shaped Rice Krispie treats.
Photo Credit: etsy.com

Baby Under Construction

Build excitement for your little one's arrival with construction-themed baby shower that will have guests digging into the festivities.

Decorations

Transform your baby shower into a bustling construction site with decorations that highlight bright orange and yellow hues, such as:

  • This adorable welcome sign
  • Giant construction cutouts
  • Construction themed diaper cake
  • Caution tape along the edge of the buffet table, and
  • Toy bulldozers and dump trucks as table centerpieces
Food

Fuel your guests with hearty and playful construction-themed dishes that will satisfy every builder, including:

  • Meatball "boulders" served on toothpicks (we love this easy meatballs recipe)
  • "Loaded" nachos with cheese, jalapeños, and toppings arranged to look like a construction site, and
  • "Dirt" cups with chocolate pudding, crushed cookies, and gummy worms for a sweet treat
Photo Credit: etsy.com

Little Prince

Embrace the magic of childhood with a Little Prince-themed baby shower that transports your guests to an enchanting world of imagination and adventure.

Decorations

Transform your baby shower into a dreamy kingdom with Little Prince decorations that celebrate adventure and wonder, featuring elements like:

  • A royal welcome sign & balloon arch
  • Bookpage art decorating the tables
  • Plenty of crowns, and
  • Soft pastel colors
Food

Delight your guests with enchanting treats that embody the whimsy and charm of the Little Prince theme, such as:

  • Crown and star-shaped sugar cookies with just the right amount of icing,
  • A croquembouche tower with cream puffs and chocolate stars, and
  • Finger sandwiches and fruit skewers fit for a royal tea party.

Little Pumpkin

Looking for a gourd-geous fall party theme to celebrate your new little pumpkin? Consider hosting a ridiculously adorable pumpkin themed baby shower filled with festive decorations and delicious treats.

Decorations

Create a warm and inviting atmosphere with charming pumpkin decorations that perfectly embody the spirit of autumn while celebrating the arrival of your little boy:

  • Painted pumpkin mason jars
  • Pumpkin vase centerpieces, or a
  • Hello pumpkin welcome sign
Food

Embrace the flavors of the season with delightful treats that celebrate both autumn and the arrival of your little pumpkin.

  • Pumpkin pie truffles with cream cheese
  • Savory cheese and cracker bites that look just like mini pumpkin pies, and
  • Pumpkin bread pudding

Party Under the Sea

Who says girls get to rule everything under the sea? Celebrate your baby boy's impending arrival with an underwater adventure featuring adorable sea creatures and ocean-inspired decorations.

Decorations

Create a whimsical under-the-sea atmosphere with decorations in shades of blue and green, such as:

  • A DIY bubble backdrop,
  • Hanging paper lanterns shaped like jellyfish, and
  • Ocean-themed table settings with seashell accents.
Food

Satisfy your guests' appetites with delicious treats that incorporate the theme, including:

  • Goldfish crackers served in fishbowl bowls,
  • Sea creature-shaped cookies, and
  • Octopus hot dogs served on a bed of seaweed (green dyed spaghetti).

All Sport

Celebrate the arrival of your little athlete, with decorations that showcase a variety of sports and activities. Bonus points if you give it a vintage twist.

Decorations

Transform your baby shower into an arena of fun with eye-catching elements like:

  • Mini sports equipment centerpieces,
  • Table settings inspired by different sports, and
  • Old-school posters and pennants.
Food

Treat your guests to a variety of snacks and treats that reflect the sporting spirit, such as:

  • Boxes of Cracker Jacks,
  • An all beef hot dog bar with all the fixins, and
  • Mini donuts decorated like soccer balls or baseballs.

Star Wars

Celebrate the upcoming arrival of your little Jedi with decorations and activities that capture the adventurous spirit of this beloved saga.

Decorations

Transform your baby shower into a galaxy far, far away with decorations that feature iconic imagery, such as:

  • A Death Star piñata,
  • Life-size cutouts of favorite characters, and
  • Light saber centerpieces.
Food

Fuel your guests with out-of-this-world treats that pay homage to the beloved franchise, including:

  • Galaxy-inspired cupcakes,
  • Wookiee cookies with chocolate chips and nuts, and
  • Light saber pretzel rods

Wild West (or Cowboy)

Celebrate the impending arrival of your little buckaroo with rustic decorations that embody the spirit of the Old West.

Decorations

Transform your baby shower into a rootin'-tootin' celebration with Wild West cowboy decorations that showcase rustic charm and playful elements, including:

  • Wanted posters
  • A banner of cowboy hats, and
  • Bandanas used in creative ways (think napkins, table runners, or tucked around the stems of flowers in a vase)
Food

Satisfy your guests with hearty Western-inspired dishes and treats that will make them feel like they're on a cattle drive, such as:

  • Mini cornbread muffins with pulled pork,
  • A penny candy saloon with all of mom's favorite treats, and a
  • S'mores bars for a sweet ending.

Little Owl

An adorable owl-themed baby shower brings the charm of the woodland to your festivities. It's perfect for creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

Decorations

Transform your baby shower space into a whimsical woodland retreat with delightful owl-themed decorations featuring earthy tones and adorable owl motifs, such as

  • A mossy tree branch centerpiece,
  • Cute owl figurines scattered throughout the room, and
  • Turn balloons into owls with a simple printable template (click below to see more)
Food

Get creative with your snacks and add some wise touches to your food display, like:

  • Owl-shaped sandwiches made with cookie cutters,
  • Nutella filled crescent rolls,
  • Owl shaped cake pops, and
  • Veggie platter arranged to look like a tree served with white bean dip

Farmyard Fun

Rustle up some fun with a charming farmyard-themed baby shower! Including adorable animals and rustic decor, it's the perfect setting to celebrate the arrival of a little one who is sure to love all things farmyard.

Decorations

Transform your venue into a whimsical farmyard with vibrant decorations like:

  • Hay bales,
  • Colorful gingham tablecloths,
  • Wooden crates, and
  • Plenty of cheerful animal cutouts or stuffed farm animals for baby.
Food

For food, serve up some classic farm-favorites like:

  • Mini corn dogs,
  • Popcorn corn on the cob
  • Farm animal cake pops
  • Peach dump cake

Little Rookie Football Party

Celebrate the upcoming arrival of your little MVP with a football-themed baby shower that combines the excitement of the game with warm, family-friendly fun. From sporty decorations to delicious tailgate-inspired treats, this theme is sure to kick off the festivities in style!

Decorations

Get ready to tackle the party planning with football-themed decorations that will create an energetic atmosphere, featuring

  • Printable decorations with your favorite team's colors,
  • A stadium style condiment setup, and
  • Playful touches like mini goal posts or penalty pops
Food

The food should be as fun and festive as the game itself, featuring hearty tailgate-inspired snacks to delight your guests, like:

  • Bacon pecan cheese ball (shape it like a football to make it even more fun!)
  • Homemade guacamole,
  • Herbed dipping oil, and
  • Cheesy Crock Pot pull apart bread

Donut Delight

Who doesn't get excited when thinking about donuts. Whether you like chocolate, glazed, cake, cream filled, glazed or plain, they're one of the worlds happiest treats. Which is why a donut themed party is practically always the right idea.

And we've got the best donut party ideas around - from decorations, to recipes, and even some free printables, you're sure to find something you love. Don't forget to also download your free party planner at the end of the page, too!

Camping

Embrace the outdoors with an adventurous camping themed baby shower. Nature-inspired decorations and playful woodland creatures make it the perfect theme for your favorite outdoorsy parent.

Decorations

Set the scene for your camping-themed baby shower with rustic decorations that capture the essence of the great outdoors, including:

  • Birch log candle holders
  • Faux campfires
  • DIY decorations made with foraged pine cones and acorns
  • Plenty of lanterns
Food

Get ready for a wild feast with hearty and fun camping-themed food that’s perfect for celebrating the arrival of a little adventurer!

  • Acorn brownie treats
  • S'mores cereal bars
  • Pine cone cheese ball
  • Trail mix or homemade seasoned pretzels

When you’re celebrating the arrival of a baby boy, there are countless fun baby shower themes to choose from. From a cool construction site with fun decorations, a travel-themed party with tasty food, or a nostalgic Peter Rabbit gathering, each theme is a special way to shower the little one with love.

The real secret is to add your personality and creativity to everything, making a fun place that welcomes little one into the world while creating memories with family and friends.

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To make sure you keep everything organized and running smoothly, download our free party planner below. This one page planner is specifically designed to help keep track of both your time and your budget, so you won’t feel like a stressed mess by the time your party rolls around. Download it today to get started on planning the perfect baby shower!

This post was originally published on February 20, 2012. It has been updated with new themes as well as plenty of additional ideas and inspiration


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Leslie is the passionate party planner in her family. Living with metastatic breast cancer since 2022, she is determined to find a way to continue making amazing parties for her kids that don't leave you exhausted. To do that Leslie combines the experience she learned working for a professional event planner with the reality of a busy family life to create party inspiration that the average mom can reproduce and be proud of.

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