Fun Ideas for Kids at Weddings in Marbella
Updated: Sep 23
Planning a destination wedding means some of your friends with children will wish to bring their kids and enjoy a lovely holiday as well. It is difficult to have a no kids wedding when you are expecting your guests to travel.
Some couples may want a child free weekend which is great if they have willing babysitters but many couples don’t want to leave their children for any length of time at home.
One of the questions many couples ask when hosting a destination wedding in Marbella is 'how do we keep the children entertained?'
The good news is that weddings in Marbella are naturally family-friendly. With beautiful outdoor venues, warm sunshine and relaxed celebrations, children often have far more freedom than they would at a traditional wedding back home. The Spanish are also used to children joining in and being out late.
A little planning can make all the difference, ensuring your younger guests are just as happy as the adults.
Caterers and wedding planners do advise feeding the children earlier, perhaps at the end of the cocktail hour or right at the beginning of the dinner service and don't keep them waiting.
The first and most important consideration is the children’s safety.
Babysitters for Weddings in Marbella
Don’t rely on grandparents or friends to look after your children at a wedding. Fine if they are elsewhere and not attending but not if they are guests.
It is unfair and puts a huge amount of responsibility on them. Take into consideration most venues have water, pools, ponds and the beach, children and water don’t mix especially in this situation.
We always strongly advise you employ highly experienced professionals to take care of the children, they are trained and know exactly what they are doing.
We highly recommend the The Marbella Nanny Agency, a company we have personally used for our weddings.
Tell them the venue, ages of the children/babies and they will recommend the best options to you. Often if there are quite a few children they are divided into age groups.
Hire a Children’s Entertainer
Whilst you don’t want to turn your wedding into a children’s party but if you are expecting several children, professional entertainment can be really fun, popular options include:
Face painting
Balloon modelling
Magic shows
Crafts
Bubble shows
Games and competitions
Keeping children entertained also gives parents the chance to relax and really enjoy your celebrations.
Set Up a Kids’ Corner
A dedicated children’s area works brilliantly, especially during the wedding dinner and speeches.
For example:
Low tables and cushions
Colouring activities
Building blocks
Board games
Soft toys
For evening celebrations, adding fairy lights and cosy teepees creates a really magical little space where children can unwind.
Outdoor Garden Games
Many Marbella wedding venues have beautiful gardens, making them perfect for classic outdoor games such as Giant Jenga, Connect Four, Ring toss, Bean bag games, Skittles and Giant dominoes.
These games are fun for adults too and often become a brilliant ice-breaker. You may find lots of missing dads getting competitive!
Sweet Treat Stations
A small sweet table, ice cream cart or popcorn station is always popular with younger guests.
Just remember to balance sugary treats with healthy snacks and plenty of water, particularly during Marbella’s warmer months.
Create a Children’s Activity Pack
A personalised activity pack is a wonderful way to keep children occupied during quieter moments such as the ceremony, speeches or while waiting for dinner.
Fill a small bag with:
Colouring pages
Crayons or coloured pencils
Wedding-themed puzzles
Stickers
A small toy or bubbles
A snack and bottle of water
Children love having something that’s just for them, and parents will certainly appreciate the thought.
Wedding Activity Books
Wedding activity books have become increasingly popular and make a lovely keepsake. We love this Spanish themed activity book, perfect for keeping children entertained.
They can include:
Colouring pages
Word searches
Spot the difference
Mazes
Wedding bingo
A Little Planning Goes a Long Way
Children don’t need constant entertainment, but having a few thoughtful activities planned helps everyone enjoy the celebration. Happy children mean relaxed parents, and relaxed parents mean an even better wedding atmosphere for everyone.
If you’re planning a wedding in Marbella, many local suppliers specialise in children’s entertainment, babysitting and family-friendly wedding experiences, helping create a day that guests of every age will remember.
Children’s Suppliers in Marbella
Nanny & Babysitting Services Marbella
Children’s Entertainment Marbella
Fun Ideas for Children
If you run a children’s business in Marbella and would like to be considered for inclusion in this article pop us over an email at info@themarbellaweddingdirectory.com
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