Art Parties for Older Children
Creative fun for on your child's special day
for up to 15 children aged 7 - 13 years and 2 adults.
Choose from one of our exciting party themes.
Discover our creative 90-minute sessions designed to make every celebration special! Goldfinch offers a range of themed art parties tailored for 7 – 13 year olds, each aligned to your child’s age and interests. The first hour is for making and then its time for party food and cake! Catering options are available.
Browse our party themes below and select your choice at checkout.
If you have children under 7, check out our range of art parties for younger children.
1. Bag print
Posca pens, and stencils, the perfect ingredients!
A vibrant and creative session perfect for budding designers. The party begins with a warm-up where everyone practices stencil designs on paper, exploring shapes, patterns, and colour combinations.
Once confident, each child moves on to their own tote bag, using Posca Pens to stencil and decorate. With a choice of animal stencils, stylish feathers, or bold patterned options, every bag becomes a unique piece of wearable art. The finished tote is ready to take home and show off, a practical and personal creation.
2. Construction
Construction, woodland scene or mini home.
A creative building adventure for young makers. The session starts with a drawing warm-up to plan out ideas for a mini home, or woodland scene.
Using provided templates and materials, children construct their miniature world, adding furniture, play equipment, and decorative details that bring their scene to life. Each creation includes a hand-painted wooden doll to inhabit the space, sparking imaginative play long after the party ends. This activity combines design, craft, and storytelling in one delightful project.
3. Creatures
Spark their creativity with mythical creatures.
A fantastical session that brings imagination to life. The warm-up begins with a quick drawing exercise to sketch out ideas for mythical creatures; dragons, unicorns, sea monsters, or entirely new inventions. Using a wide range of scrap materials, children then construct their creatures, starting with a basic form and adding embellishments, textures, and details to make them truly unique.
This hands-on, mixed-media activity encourages storytelling, creativity, and collaboration, resulting in a magical creature to take home and treasure.
4. Slime , NEW!
Slime making, art meets science!
A fun, sensory, and slightly scientific experience that’s always a hit. The session begins with a drawing warm-up where everyone designs their own slime monster, setting the tone for creativity and laughter. Then it’s time to mix, each child receives a bowl and all the ingredients needed to make their own slime.
Step by step, they transform the mixture into the perfect stretchy, squishy consistency. The slime is then popped into a container to take home for hours of play. This workshop blends art, science, and pure fun in equal measure.
5. Watercolour
Watercolour designs to frame and display.
A calm and expressive session exploring the beauty of watercolour painting. The warm-up introduces a range of techniques, including watercolour resist and spray effects, allowing children to experiment freely.
Once familiar with the materials, they create a carefully drawn and painted animal of their choice, guided by inspiration and gentle instruction. Each finished artwork is framed, ready to take home and display proudly. This session encourages focus, patience, and artistic confidence.
3. 2D Animals
Create cardboard animals that move!
A playful and interactive art session that combines drawing, design, and simple mechanics. The warm-up focuses on pattern making using Posca Pens, exploring colour and texture.
Children then choose or design their own animal template, cutting and assembling it from sturdy cardboard. With split pins, they add movable limbs, creating a fun, articulated creature that can flap, wave, or dance. This project blends creativity with a touch of engineering, resulting in a lively piece of art to take home.
Imagine this...
Creative activities to suit your child’s interest and age group.
Who is it for?
7 – 13 year-olds. We have a range of bespoke party themes designed to appeal to different interests and ages.
Can adults stay?
Parents are welcome to drop off their children. We request a maximum of only 2 adults stay for the party.
When can I book a party?
Weekends all year round. Saturdays & Sundays at 10am, 1pm and 4pm.
How long is the party?
The party is 90 minutes with 60 minutes of creating and 30 minutes for food.
Have more questions?
Please visit our Party FAQs page or feel free to get in touch
What's provided?
All art materials and aprons.
How much does it cost?
The initial payment is a non refundable £50 deposit to save the date. £190 for 8 children, £15 per additional child.
Can we bring food?
We offer catered or self-catered options. If you’d like the catered option simply select Pinkmans lunch box at check out, this is £6.50 per child. Please feel free to bring a birthday cake.