22 of the Sweetest 2nd Birthday Themes for Girls
Their 1st birthday seems like just yesterday, but it’s already time to start planning an incredible second birthday party for your sweet little one. One of the hardest things to do is narrow down the party theme, as there are so many beautiful 2nd birthday themes for girls.
If you’re looking for ideas, inspiration, or your perfect party theme, you’re in the right place. Enjoy some of our all-time favorite 2nd birthday themes for girls along with our go-to matching party invites.
22 Adorable 2nd Birthday Themes for Girls
Party planning for a 2nd birthday is such a wonderful privilege. At this age, they’re so excited by things that a dog-, cat-, or donut-themed 2nd birthday party sounds like the best idea ever — and we have plenty of amazing second birthday themes for any special little girl.
For each of these 2nd birthday ideas for girls, we’ve also included one of our favorite matching birthday party invitations. Our digital invitations are perfect for kids’ birthday parties as they’re so customizable — change the colors, layout, fonts, and wording to make it as unique as your little one.
1. Two Wild
Design: Jackie Crawford
Matching invitation: Go Wild Invitation
Give your bundle of joy a party that’s as wild as they are with a jungle-themed celebration. Leopard print, jungle animals, and plenty of fun decor help bring this two wild birthday party idea to life.
2. Two Sweet
Design: Signature Greenvelope
Matching invitation: Two Sweet Invitation
Have a little wonder that adores donuts, cupcakes, or ice cream with sprinkles? Throw a “two sweet” birthday party filled with party games, decorations, and party favors themed around these delicious sweet treats.
3. Outer Space
Design: Mint Parcel
Matching invitation: Lift Off Invitation
Turn your home or party venue into outer space for the day for a party fit for any would-be astronaut. Create a fun photo booth area where your little party guests can dress up with themed props, and use cake toppers to create out-of-this-world cupcakes.
4. Farm-Themed
Design: Jackie Crawford
Matching invitation: Barnyard Birthday Invitation
Surprise your most-loved 2-year-old with a farm-themed party for their big birthday moment. Fill the space with stuffed farm animals and barnyard-themed birthday decorations, tableware, and even a giant inflatable cow or two.
5. Rainbow
Design: Becky Nimoy Stationery
Matching invitation: Rainbow Invitation
If your birthday girl loves all things rainbows, this is the perfect birthday party theme idea. Create a rainbow balloon garland, a backdrop for snapping memorable photos, and have colorful icing on the birthday cake for a magical rainbow birthday party.
6. Taco Twosday
Design: Design Swift
Matching invitation: Taco Twosday Invitation
Hosting their second birthday party on a Tuesday? Time to elevate the usual Taco Tuesday into a birthday extravaganza. This is a fun 2nd birthday theme for girls who are budding foodies.
7. Two the Races
Design: Hudson Meet Rose
Matching invitation: Gallop On Over Invitation
Throw a horse-racing-themed birthday party for all the little girls out there who love horses and who will soon be out there riding horses themselves. Decorate the space with fun horse-themed banners and bunting, and hand out some hobby horses so everyone can pretend they’re a jockey for the day.
8. Two Let the Dogs Out
Design: Aline Monda
Matching invitation: Barkday Bash Invitation
Is your little girl a huge dog lover? This “two let the dogs out” birthday party theme is ideal for her. Fill your party venue with all things dogs. Stuffed animals, figurines, dog-themed plates and napkins — there’s no shortage of related items at party supply stores.
9. Kittens
Design: Noonday Design
Matching invitation: Time to Pawty Invitation
Dogs aren’t their thing? If they’re more of a cat person already, simply swap out the canines for adorable kittens instead. We love this alongside a pastel color scheme — kittens look simply adorable on party decorations in baby pink, blue, and purple.
10. Two the Moon and Back
Design: Bonjour Berry
Matching invitation: Galactic Exploration Invitation
For another beautiful space-inspired 2nd birthday theme for girls, why not try a “two the moon and back” celebration? Put the focus on the moon and stars for a cozy, relaxed vibe that’s fitting for your own little wonder.
11. Mermaids
Design: Aline Monda
Matching invitation: Sweet Mermaid Invitation
If your little girl is a natural swimmer and seems intrigued by all things mermaid, it’s the best birthday theme for this big moment. Serve up an incredible birthday cake with a mermaid cake topper, and hand out mermaid-themed toys and cookies as your party favors.
12. Two Cool
Design: Itsy Belle Studio
Matching invitation: Shutter Shades Invitation
Let’s face it — your two-year-old is already cooler than you are. Let everyone know it with a “two cool” birthday party. Celebrate everything that’s fun, unique, and special about your little girl and dress her in the coolest birthday outfit ever.
13. Bubbles
Design: Signature Greenvelope
Matching invitation: Balloon Arch Invitation
Most two-year-olds absolutely love bubbles, making it the perfect birthday idea. Keep things simple and focus on introducing your party guests to bubble activities and games, or turn the space into a bubble wonderland with pastel balloons and wall decorations.
14. Character Party
Design: Elizabeth Silver
Matching invitation: Polka Dot Bow Invitation
Characters make a great 2nd birthday theme for girls who adore them. Whether your little one is a big Disney, Mickey Mouse, or Minnie Mouse fan, or they love Bluey, there’s plenty of party decorations you can pick up featuring their favorite character.
15. Two-tti Frutti
Design: Noonday Design
Matching invitation: Fruity Fun Invitation
For all the fruit lovers out there, a two-tti frutti party is one of our favorite ideas. This 2nd birthday theme for girls is all about big, bold tropical colors — so put together a colorful balloon arch or garland, decorate a cake in bright fruity icing, or find some adorable fruit-themed party games to play together.
16. Table for Two
Design: Becky Nimoy Stationery
Matching invitation: The Perfect Picnic Invitation
Some little ones are really into pretend play, and if that’s your child, then this is a sweet birthday party idea. Transform your space into a restaurant, cafe, or coffee shop for the day, and encourage everyone to embrace the pretend play spirit with toys, activities, and dress up costumes.
17. Princess
Design: Signature Greenvelope
Matching invitation: Princess Carriage Invitation
If there’s one traditional girls birthday party theme we still love, it’s princesses. Princess parties are magical for both girls and boys, and you can use this moment to feature your little girl’s favorite princess character or recreate a castle and an incredible banquet for this themed birthday party.
18. Outdoors
Design: Carmia Jordaan
Matching invitation: Woodland Camp Invitation
Celebrate your love for the great outdoors by theming your little one’s second birthday party around them. We adore this boho birthday party idea — it’s the perfect way to embrace all things nature, wilderness, and adventure.
19. Tea for Two
Design: Morgan Kendall
Matching invitation: Mod Tulips Invitation
Treat your party guests to afternoon tea with a tea party designed for little ones. You can swap the tea for juice, but keep the finger sandwiches and sweet treats. Serve up alongside freshly cut fruit and veg for a tea party that’s toddler-approved.
20. Two Groovy
Design: Sarah Deters Illustration
Matching invitation: Groovy Florals Invitation
Take it back to a time before your child was born with a retro-themed second birthday party. This might not be your first thought when you think of a toddler party, but a two groovy party is a fun and unique idea that allows you to honor your love for all things retro.
21. Two-nicorn
Design: frau brandt
Matching invitation: Rainbows and Unicorns Invitation
Unicorns are a popular interest for plenty of little ones, and what better way to celebrate turning two than with a “two-nicorn” party. Dress the birthday guest of honor in a unicorn-themed tutu, play party games, and surprise them with a wonderfully decorated cake for their unicorn party.
22. Two Fast
Design: Morgan Kendall
Matching invitation: Burnin’ Rubber Invitation
Celebrate your little girl’s interest in cars with a two fast birthday party. This is a sweet idea for anyone that loves zooming their cars along the floor at any opportunity. All you need is plenty of toy cars, a car-themed birthday cake, and some fun matching party favors for your guests.
Find the Right 2nd Birthday Theme for Any Little Girl
Whether you went all-out for their first birthday party or it was a more relaxed affair, their second birthday party is the perfect moment to get creative and turn all your ideas into reality. Your little girl will soak up all the love, joy, and excitement whichever theme you choose, which is the best part.
Once you’ve chosen the ideal birthday party idea or theme, use our kids birthday invitations to spread the word about the big day. There’s a design to match any theme or style, and they’re easy to customize too. If you’ve chosen a completely unique birthday theme, work with our design team to create an invitation from scratch.
