Princess Treasure Dig

Turn your party into a magical excavation with the Buried Princess Treasure Dig, a hands-on princess party activity where kids dig through sand to uncover hidden jewels, pearls, and royal trinkets. This simple princess treasure hunt game is perfect for birthday parties, letting young guests explore, discover, and collect their own royal treasures.

• Best For: Ages 3–8
• Activity Type: Digging / treasure discovery game
• Group Size: Flexible (small groups or open play)
• Setup Time: 10 minutes
• Play Time: Ongoing background activity

Supplies You'll Need

• Sandbox, Sand table, kiddie pool or tarp

• Play Sand

  Small treasures such as

• pearls, colored pearls, hearts, jewels, gold coins, stones, vase filler, beads, mini animals, keys, charms

• Small bags/pouches

• Optional: large gem

Station Setup

1. Create your digging area using a sandbox, sand table, kiddie pool, or tarp with play sand poured on top.

2. Scatter treasures throughout the sand, mixing different types of jewels, coins, and trinkets.

3. Optional: Hide one large mystery treasure deeper in the sand if using a larger digging space.

4. Place small bags nearby so children can collect and keep their treasures.

5. Decide how you'd like to run the activity:

   • Rotating Groups: Half the kids dig while the others play another game, then switch.

   • Open Exploration: Leave the treasure dig available throughout the party so kids can come and go freely.