For a pajama party or sleepover, frame the movie corner or a row of play tents with a soft balloon arch (lavender, pink, mint or galaxy) and warm fairy lights, set up pillow forts and sleeping bags, add a snack bar and a few games, and finish with a morning-after pancake photo at the arch. A 10 ft arch is perfect for a living room.
Quick takeaways
- Frame the movie corner or tents — that’s the heart of the night.
- Warm fairy lights make it cosy (and work as a nightlight).
- A snack bar keeps kids grazing happily.
- The morning-after photo in pajamas is the keeper.
The cosy centrepiece
Sleepovers revolve around one spot: where everyone piles in for movies and whispers. Make it magical with a 10 ft balloon arch over the TV or a row of play tents, in a soft palette like Lavender Haze, sweet Baby Pink, fresh Mint & Pearl or a starry Galaxy Glam. Weave warm fairy lights through it — they set the mood for movies and double as a nightlight after lights-out.
Free planning toolStill choosing colours? Our balloon color palette guide walks through combinations that work for every kind of party.
Pillow forts and sleeping zones
- Play tents or teepees, one per guest or shared.
- Mattress toppers or air beds under sleeping bags.
- A pillow and a small blanket per guest.
- A name banner or initial on each tent.
- A basket for phones and devices at lights-out (house rules!).
Stylist tipMount the arch securely above head height so it stays put when the pillow fight inevitably starts.
Snack bar
- Popcorn station with toppings.
- A candy bar in jars.
- Pizza or make-your-own mini pizzas.
- Hot chocolate with marshmallows.
- Fruit kebabs for balance.
Games and activities
- Movie marathon with a vote on the lineup.
- Truth or dare (age-appropriate!).
- Nail painting or face masks.
- Friendship-bracelet making.
- Flashlight storytelling.
The morning after
The best photo of a sleepover is often the next morning: everyone in pajamas with bedhead and big smiles, in front of the arch, holding pancakes. Set up a pancake bar with toppings, take the group photo, and send everyone home with that picture. It’s the one they’ll keep.
Parent tips
Set a lights-out time in advance and stick to it (loosely). Collect emergency contacts and allergy info at drop-off, keep a nightlight path to the bathroom, and plan a quiet activity for kids who get homesick. A calm, cosy setup — fairy lights, soft music, a familiar movie — helps everyone settle.
Size, price, timing
A 10 ft kit is $129 with free US shipping in about 5–7 days; add fairy & LED lights for the glow. Order 2–3 weeks ahead. Spa-themed sleepovers: see spa birthday parties.
