The Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2024 is one of the most anticipated events of the year for children and families. With its iconic green slime, celebrity appearances, surprise performances, and fan-voted winners, the KCA offers the perfect opportunity to throw an exciting, themed viewing party right at home or at a local venue. Whether you’re planning a celebration for a group of friends, classmates, or a community gathering, this guide by The Kids Point will help you create an unforgettable Kids’ Choice Awards viewing party packed with fun, color, and slime-worthy excitement.
Choose the Perfect Venue
The first step in planning your party is deciding on the right location. Consider these options:
- At Home: Your living room or backyard can easily be transformed into a mini Nickelodeon world.
- Community Center: Ideal for larger groups or school-related parties.
- Local Event Space: If you’re going big, a rented hall with A/V support makes the perfect venue.
Make sure the location has:
- A large screen or TV to stream the show (8:00 PM ET, July 13, 2024, on Nickelodeon/Paramount+).
- Plenty of space for seating, games, and decorations.
- Easy access to restrooms and a food-serving area.
Pick a Fun Theme (Hint: Think Slime!)
While the KCA itself provides a general theme (fun, slime, stars, and music), you can narrow it down with a twist. Consider these theme ideas:
- Slime Time Party: Everything is green and gooey!
- Orange Carpet Extravaganza: Turn your entrance into an “orange carpet” with photo ops.
- Bikini Bottom Bash: Celebrate SpongeBob’s 25th anniversary by decorating with underwater-themed decor.
- Fan Favorite Frenzy: Center the party around the top nominees, like Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, or SpongeBob himself.
Encourage guests to dress according to the theme—costumes, colorful outfits, or slime-themed T-shirts!
Send Creative Invitations
Make your invitations as exciting as the event. Use digital or physical formats to let people know all the key details:
- Date and time (Saturday, July 13, 2024, at 8 PM ET)
- Venue/location
- RSVP info
- Theme and dress code
- Special instructions (e.g., “Wear clothes that can get messy if we slime you!”)
Digital Options: Canva, Evite, or a custom email blast.
Physical Options: Mini slime jars with a tag, pop-up orange carpet cards, or themed flyers.
Deck Out with Decorations
Turn your space into a bright, vibrant Nickelodeon paradise. Here’s a checklist of decoration ideas:
Color Scheme:
- Nickelodeon orange
- Slime green
- Purple, yellow, and teal for accents
Must-Have Decor:
- Balloons (slime green, orange, glitter)
- Slime splatter cutouts and banners
- Cardboard cutouts of SpongeBob, Patrick, and other Nick stars
- DIY slime dripping backdrops
- LED lights for party vibes
- A mini “Orange Carpet” runway
Pro tip: Set up a photo booth with props—oversized glasses, microphones, speech bubbles with fun phrases (“I got slimed!”, “KCA 2024 Star!”), and character masks.
Plan Award-Worthy Activities
Keep kids engaged before and during the show with themed games and activities:
Slime Station:
Let kids make their own slime with glue, food coloring, glitter, and activator. Set up tables with aprons and containers. Provide fun mix-ins like foam beads, charms, and scented oils to let kids personalize their slime creations. Add a slime contest with categories like “Most Creative,” “Best Texture,” and “Most Colorful” for added excitement.
KCA Bingo:
Create bingo cards filled with things to look for during the show (e.g., “Someone gets slimed”, “SpongeBob appearance”, “Taylor Swift wins”, etc.) Encourage kids to shout “BINGO!” when they win and offer small prizes like stickers, mini toys, or candy. You can laminate the cards and use dry-erase markers so they’re reusable for next year’s show.
Prediction Ballots:
Let guests vote on who they think will win each category. Hand out small prizes for those with the most correct guesses. Print colorful ballot sheets and give everyone a pencil or marker to make it feel official. Consider reading the predictions aloud before the show begins to build excitement and friendly competition.
Dance Breaks:
Play upbeat, kid-friendly hits during commercial breaks and have mini dance-offs. Bonus if you include KCA performers’ songs.
Slime-Sational Snacks and Drinks
The food should be just as exciting as the party. Keep it colorful, creative, and themed.
Snack Ideas:
- Slime Popcorn – Green-colored sweet popcorn
- Orange Carpet Nachos – Cheesy nachos with an “orange” cheese fountain
- Nick Nuggets – Chicken nuggets served in mini takeout boxes
- Green Goo Jello Cups – Lime jello with gummy worms or eyeballs
- Character Cupcakes – Decorate cupcakes to look like SpongeBob, Patrick, or slime blobs
Drinks:
- Slime Punch – Lime soda with sherbet and gummy eyeballs
- Orange Blast – Orange soda with floating ice cubes in fun shapes
- KCA Smoothies – Layered smoothies in bright colors
Tip: Label your food with fun names like “SpongeBob’s Sea Snacks” or “Patrick’s Party Punch.”
Stream the Show Seamlessly
Ensure your viewing experience is top-notch:
- Test your streaming service (Paramount+, Nickelodeon, etc.) ahead of time.
- Have backup HDMI cables, remotes, and speakers ready.
- Set up ample seating—bean bags, pillows, and floor mats work great for kids.
- Dim the lights for a movie-theater feel.
Start the stream at least 15 minutes early to avoid delays or connection issues.
Create a Slime Moment
One of the most iconic elements of the Kids’ Choice Awards is slime! Recreate the magic with your own slime-worthy moment.
Ideas for a DIY Slime Experience:
- Use slime guns or buckets for a safe slime dump (with parental approval!)
- Buy pre-made slime from a party store for gentle “slime tosses”
- Set up a green silly string “slime shower” area
- Offer ponchos and goggles for the full slime experience
Have cameras ready to capture the reactions and action!
Hand Out Party Favors
End the night with goodies that guests can take home as souvenirs. Some fun ideas:
- Mini containers of DIY slime
- KCA 2024 stickers or badges
- “I Got Slimed!” T-shirts
- Orange sunglasses
- DIY awards with kids’ names and silly categories like “Best Dance Move” or “Funniest Face”
Place them in themed goody bags for guests to grab on the way out.
Include a Social Media Moment
Document the fun by creating a unique hashtag like #KCABash2024 or #TheKidsPointKCA and encourage parents to tag and share pictures.
Set up a social media wall where you can project or print some of the best pics taken during the party.
Create short video reels of:
- Guests making predictions
- Dance-offs
- Slime moments
- Crowd reactions to big wins
You can even send a digital scrapbook to your guests afterward!
Safety & Supervision Tips
Make sure your party is fun and safe:
- Always have adult supervision, especially for slime activities
- Keep snacks allergen-aware—label items clearly
- Offer quieter spaces or seating for younger kids or those with sensory sensitivities
- Limit screen time before and after the event to keep things balanced
- Prepare a first-aid kit, just in case
Optional Add-Ons for Extra Fun
Want to take your party to the next level? Try adding one or more of these extras:
- Character Appearances: Hire a SpongeBob or Patrick mascot
- Professional Slime Booth: Some party companies offer this as a service
- Live DJ or Virtual Host: If your budget allows, hire someone to keep the energy going
- Watch Party Kits: Mail or deliver themed kits to guests ahead of time if you’re doing a virtual party
Hosting a Kids’ Choice Awards 2024 viewing party is a fantastic way to bring the excitement of Nickelodeon’s biggest night to your own community. With a bit of planning, colorful creativity, and lots of slime, your celebration can become one of the highlights of the summer for the children and families you serve. Whether you’re celebrating with a few close friends or throwing a large event, incorporating themed games, DIY crafts, and interactive viewing will keep kids engaged and delighted.
At The Kids Point, we believe that kids learn and grow through shared experiences and joyful creativity. A KCA viewing party is the perfect blend of entertainment and engagement—so get ready to slime, shine, and celebrate like a true Nickelodeon star!