Turning 13 is a big deal…no matter how much your teenager protests and says it is not! Some celebrate this milestone birthday with a big blowout, such as a bar or bat mitzvah, while others enjoy an outing with close friends like these 13th birthday party ideas. Give your teen a memorable birthday celebration that allows them to be independent with just a bit of parental supervision.

Tip: Go to a Concert

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The Twilight series of books by Stephanie Meyer has emerged as a phenomenon among tweens and teens. The first installment hit the big screen in November 2008—and now you can both the Twilight DVD and New Moon DVD at Amazon. Now, the Twilight saga continues with the third movie in the series being released on June 30, 2010. Once again, it’s a perfect time for a Eclipse party!

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Lady Gaga and her House of Gaga are an absolute phenomenon, not only within the music industry, but fashion and beyond.  Tweens and teens love the music, the audacious look she carries, and her attitude.  Wherever you look or listen these days, Lady Gaga is there.  Makes sense that a fantastical tween and/or teen party would be Lady Gaga-esque.  Looking for ideas to bring her pizzazz to your party, be inspired by the Lady Gaga party ideas here.

Lady Gaga Kids Party Ideas

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Alice in Wonderland Tween and Teen Party Plan

The phantasmagorical world of Alice is an indulgent escape from the every day mundane and it’s a great way to celebrate a teen birthday; the theme is grown-up enough that it resonates with teens and adults, but has enough whimsy and imagination to keep things interesting and fun. Read on for Celebrations.com writer Yelena Jenkins’ tips and ideas on how to throw an Alice in Wonderland Party that teens will go mad about! Read the rest of this entry »

Teens often don’t need very much helping planning their own birthday parties.  They know who they want there, what they want to do, and when/where they want to hold their party.  Often parents are simply told what these plans are without adding anything to the party mix.  One of the best things a parent can do is listen to their teens and let them have at it as long as it’s within what you think is reasonable.  Keep these tips in mind when

Top 5 Tips for Planning Teen Parties:

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Are you a fan of the TV show Glee? It’s a smash hit this TV season – with the whole cast even making the Oprah Show.  Well, Glee is back this week with all new episodes and you and your kids may be ready to tune in.  Take it a step further, and you may want to create a Glee party for your kids.  Glee Club has always been popular through the school ages, but with the hit show Glee as party inspiration, this would be a wonderful party theme for your kids.

Here’s some Glee Birthday Party Ideas to pull this theme together:

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My favorite reality TV show is The Amazing Race. Pre-teens and teens will enjoy an adventurous birthday party based on this show. However, it is also an ambitious theme that takes some good organization and planning. Here are some tips on how to approach an Amazing Race birthday party and make it a bit more do-able.

And if this is not quite what you are looking for, never fear!  Check out our Big List of Birthday Party Ideas for more great kid party plans!

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