Make Your Kiddie Party Unforgettable With These Fun & Creative Filler Ideas
Planning a kids' party? You’ve nailed the theme, sorted the cake, and booked the venue — but now it’s time for a detail that guests love most: the party packs! Whether you’re doing Peppa Pig, Paw Patrol, Unicorns, or Dinosaurs, themed party packs are the cherry on top of any birthday celebration.
Here’s how to put together party pack fillers that match your party theme perfectly — without breaking the bank!
🎈 Why Go Themed?
Themed party packs keep your event cohesive, add to the excitement, and make your birthday setup feel extra polished. Kids love taking home something that reminds them of the fun they had!
🐷 1. Peppa Pig Party Pack Fillers
Perfect for toddlers and pre-schoolers.
Ideas:
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Peppa Pig stickers
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Muddy puddle colouring pages
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Pink or blue fizzers
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Mini bubble wands
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Pig-shaped cookies
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Peppa mini figurines
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Custom juice bottle labels
🛍 Pack in a pink or sky blue party pack boxes from The Party Pak Team
🐾 2. Paw Patrol Party Pack Fillers
Great for boys and girls who love adventure!
Ideas:
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Paw Patrol badge stickers
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Mini dog bone biscuits (pet-themed for fun!)
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Temporary tattoos of Chase, Skye, and friends
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Character crayons and colouring pages
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Paw-shaped sweets or marshmallows
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Mini notebooks with “Paw Patrol Missions”
🛍 Use blue paw patrol party pack boxes from The Party Pak Team
🦄 3. Unicorn Party Pack Fillers
For magical, whimsical parties full of sparkle.
Ideas:
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Rainbow lollipops
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Unicorn horn headbands
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Mini glitter glue pens
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Star or unicorn stickers
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DIY “make your own bracelet” kit
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Pastel marshmallows
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Unicorn-themed tattoos
🛍 Pack in Unicorn
party pack boxes with a fabric or paper horn from The Party Pak Team
🦖 4. Dinosaur Party Pack Fillers
Rawr-some ideas for dino lovers!
Ideas:
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Dinosaur figurines
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Fossil dig activity (sand + small toy)
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Dino footprint stickers
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Roar-themed snacks (chips with custom labels)
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Dino colouring booklets
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Dino eggs (plastic eggs with candy or toys inside)
🛍 Pack in Dino
party pack boxes from The Party Pak Team.
👑 5. Princess Party Pack Fillers
For a royal celebration!
Ideas:
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Princess crowns or tiaras
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Beaded bracelet kits
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Princess-themed stationery
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Pink fizzers and heart sweets
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Mini lip balms or nail stickers (age appropriate)
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Cinderella or Belle sticker sheets
🛍 Add a sparkly ribbon or tulle bow to your party pack for a royal finish.
🎁 BONUS: Universal Filler Ideas (Customisable for Any Theme)
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Personalised stickers (theme character + guest’s name)
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Custom juice labels
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Mini puzzles or activity cards
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DIY crafts related to the theme
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Mini cupcakes with themed toppers
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Themed tattoos or stamps
✅ Party Pack Planning Tips
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Stick to 4–6 quality items — it's about the experience, not quantity.
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Consider the age of your guests (toddlers ≠ tweens!)
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Add a thank you tag with the child’s name and age.
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Keep some non-edible fillers for allergy-sensitive guests.
🛒 Where to Shop in South Africa
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West Pack Lifestyle
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The Crazy Store
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The Party Pak Team
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Checkers, Pick n Pay & Spar (for snacks)
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Pep Stores (budget toys and crafts)