28 Fun Themed Lunchbox Ideas Kids Will Love 

If you’re looking for fresh ideas to make school lunches more exciting, you’re in the right place! At Mum Made Yum, we’re lucky to have an amazing community of creative parents who love turning everyday meals into fun, themed lunchboxes.

From Easter bunnies to spooky Halloween surprises, these themed bentos are not only adorable but also practical, colourful, and packed with variety. We’ve gathered 28 community-inspired lunchbox creations to help you spark some inspiration for your next packed lunch.

Why Themed Lunchboxes Are a Winner 

Themed lunches are more than just cute, they also:

• Encourage kids to actually eat their food (goodbye untouched sandwiches)

• Make school lunches feel exciting and special

• Let kids express their favourite interests, from animals to space adventures

• Turn lunchtime into a fun experience instead of a daily chore

And the best part? With a Mum Made Yum bento lunchbox, it’s easy to pack creative lunches without stress. Our flexible compartments keep food fresh, leakproof, and neatly separated; perfect for themed creations.

Our Favourite Themed Packed Lunchbox Ideas 

Here’s a taste of the incredible themes shared by our community:

Easter Bunny Fun 🐰

Think egg-shaped sandwiches, carrot sticks, and little bunny picks to make lunch extra festive.

Halloween Spooks 🎃

Mini pumpkin sandwiches, ghost-shaped cheese, and a few playful treats — spooky but still lunchbox friendly!

Cute Characters 🧸

From pandas to Pokémon, kids love finding their favourite character waiting inside their lunchbox.

Space Adventures 🚀

Cheese stars, rocket-shaped sandwiches, and galaxy-coloured fruit — a sure hit with little astronauts.

Cats & Hello Kitty 🐱

For feline fans, cat-shaped sandwiches and Hello Kitty picks are always a delight.

Pretty Hearts ❤️

Heart-shaped sandwiches, strawberries, and love notes tucked inside a personalised lunchbox = lunchtime magic.

Celebrate Creativity With Our Community ✨

These 28 themed lunchbox ideas were created and shared by our amazing Mum Made Yum community; a group of parents who love making food fun and inspiring one another.

We’re constantly blown away by the imagination that goes into these packed lunches, and we’re so proud to see our personalised lunchboxes and accessories being used in such creative ways.

If you are a creative lunchbox mum (or dad), we'd love to see your lunchbox creations. Please email them to us at hello@mummadeyum.com or tag us on Instagram @mum_made_yum

Ready to Create Your Own Themed Lunchbox? 🙌

With the right tools, you can easily create themed packed lunches your kids will love. Here’s what helps:

• A personalised bento lunchbox – keeps everything fresh, leakproof, and separated

• Food picks & cutters – transform sandwiches, fruit, and veggies into fun shapes in seconds

• Silicone cups & accessories – add colour and variety with zero waste

👉 Explore our full range of personalised lunchboxes and accessories and start creating your own themed masterpieces.

Make lunch exciting, creative, and fun — one theme at a time!