How to Celebrate the Birthday of Our Lady (September 8)

Celebrating the Birthday of Mary with Children

The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, celebrated on September 8th, is a joyful occasion to honor the birth of Our Lady. This special day can be filled with faith-based activities and fun traditions that bring the family together in celebration. Here are some ideas to help you plan a beautiful and meaningful celebration.

1. Color and Create: Coloring Page & Playdough Mat

Start your celebration with a creative activity that children will love. Use a coloring page and playdough mat featuring Our Lady, available for download in the shop. Coloring and molding playdough are great ways for children to engage with the story of Mary’s birth in a hands-on way. You can discuss the significance of Our Lady’s birthday.

2. Decorate with Printable Party Supplies

Make the day festive with decorations that honor Mary. The shop offers a variety of Mary Birthday Celebration printables to help you set the scene, including a birthday card for Our Lady, birthday hats to make and wear, and a cake topper to adorn your celebratory cake. Gather the family to create and set up these decorations, turning your home into a joyful space that reflects the significance of the day.

3. Sing Happy Birthday with a Cake for Our Lady

No birthday celebration is complete without a cake! Bake or buy a special birthday cake for Our Lady and gather around to sing “Happy Birthday” together. This simple yet meaningful tradition helps children connect with the idea of celebrating Mary’s birth in a tangible way. Consider decorating the cake with the cake topper from your printable pack, and let the children help with adding flowers or other decorations that symbolize Our Lady’s purity and love.

Conclusion

Celebrating the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a beautiful opportunity to bring your family together in faith and joy. By combining creative activities like coloring and using a playdough mat, decorating with special printables, and singing “Happy Birthday” with a cake for Our Lady, you create lasting memories that honor Mary’s birth in a meaningful way. Through these simple yet heartfelt celebrations, the joy of Our Lady’s birthday can truly come alive in your home.