Bee-Themed Gender Reveal Ideas That Are Sweet as Honey

Expecting a baby is one of life’s sweetest milestones; a gender reveal party is an opportunity to share the anticipation and celebrate the joy with your community. What better theme than one inspired by nature’s most beloved pollinator?

Whether you’re drawn to the bold yellow and black palette, honey-inspired treats, or the endless punny possibilities (“What will it bee?”), a bee-themed gender reveal is adorable, photo-ready and surprisingly easy to organise.

We spoke with garden designer and bee enthusiast Loren Taylor to create this guide to a charming, stress-free celebration.

Table of contents:

• Why choose a bee-themed gender reveal?
• Invitation ideas to generate buzz
• Stylish decor to set the vibe
• Menu suggestions that match the theme
• Venue ideas to serve as your hive
• Photo ideas to capture every moment
• Planning the big reveal
• Activity ideas to entertain guests
• Sweet as honey tips and tricks

Why choose a bee gender reveal?

“What I appreciate most about the bee theme is how joyful and inclusive it feels,” Taylor explains. “As someone who designs gardens to reflect growth and renewal, I see the bee theme as an extension of that. You’re celebrating new life surrounded by symbols of what makes nature thrive. That’s both memorable and meaningful.”      

Cute ways to invite your guests

“When it comes to invitations, I always recommend setting the tone early,” says Taylor. “A soft yellow card with honeycomb accents and the phrase ‘What will it bee?’ gets people smiling before they even show up.”

Here are four more bee gender reveal invitation ideas:

• Add a sweet surprise: Include a honey stick with mailed invitations for a personal touch.
• Go paperless: Keep things eco-friendly with digital invites. Platforms like Evite offer plenty of stylish options for gender reveal parties.
• DIY with stickers: Buy blank cards and decorate with flowers and bee stickers.
• Lean into puns: Playful phrases like “A sweet surprise is on the way!” or “Our hive is buzzing with good news!” work perfectly with this theme.

Bee-utiful decor ideas for a bee gender reveal

“Decor is where this theme really shines,” Taylor tells us. “Yellow and black balloons are a must, but mixing in some white keeps the palette soft. I always suggest adding real flowers; it keeps everything grounded in a natural vibe and ties in beautifully with the bee theme.” 

Here are seven more decor ideas to make your celebration magical:

• Honey jars with mini bee charms: These can be lovely party favours!
• Honeycomb backdrop: Use DIY honeycomb pattern tutorials to craft your own.
• ‘What Will It Bee?’ sign: Place at the entrance or as a photo backdrop.
• Balloon garlands: Mix yellow, black, and pastel balloons with bee and flower-shaped balloons.
• Pollinator-friendly flowers: Use lavender, sunflowers, and daisies for a soft, natural look.
• Honeycomb tablecloths and banners: DIY or buy to keep everything on-theme.
• Beeswax candles: Real beeswax candles not only look great but smell wonderful.

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Pro tip: Opt for long-lasting, affordable artificial flowers when hosting during winter or to accommodate allergy sensitivities.

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Sweet treats and drinks to serve

“Food is easy and fun with this theme,” Taylor shares. He suggests highlighting honey with desserts, drinks—even savoury food.

Here are six ideas for bee gender reveal treats:

• Lemon-honey cupcakes: Make your own or buy from a local bakery.
• Bee-shaped shortbread biscuits: Use bee, beehive or flower cutters and decorate with black and yellow icing.
• Honeycomb cake: Incorporate real honeycomb for extra wow factor.
• Honey iced tea: Brew black or herbal tea with a honey twist.
• Honey-glazed skewers: Chicken, tofu, fruit or vegetables with a light honey drizzle.
• Honeycomb charcuterie board: Use hexagon-shaped crackers and yellow cheeses, decorated with fresh flowers and herbs.

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Pro tip: Any cupcake can fit the bee gender reveal theme, just add bee toppers.

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Nab even more tasty menu ideas using these gender reveal food ideas as your inspiration.

Picking the perfect venue

“Whether you’re hosting in your garden or in a private hire venue, leaning into the bee theme offers endless creative possibilities,” Taylor notes. Here are some venue options to set the tone for a sweet-as-honey gender reveal:

• Garden: Ideal for relaxed gatherings and DIY decor.
• Botanical garden: Natural beauty makes decorating effortless and budget-friendly.
• Greenhouse or nature centre: Lush, light-filled spaces perfect for a natural theme.
• Indoor hire space: Decorate with florals, fairy lights in jars and yellow-and-black accents for a cosy indoor celebration.

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Pro tip: Search for private hire gender reveal venues on Peerspace to discover beautiful gardens, greenhouses or indoor spaces suited to your theme, whatever the weather.

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Picture-perfect moments to capture

Whether you hire a professional photographer or do it yourself, here are some tips to create lasting memories:

• Golden hour: Time your outdoor reveal for late afternoon for warm, flattering light.
• Photo backdrop: Create a “What Will It Bee?” backdrop with balloons or honeycomb patterns for great shot opportunities.
• Before and after: Capture the parents-to-be before the reveal and immediately after for emotional reactions.
• Candid moments: Assign a guest to record spontaneous smiles, game moments and kids playing.
• Close-up details: Take shots of food, decorations and favours to share later or keep as keepsakes.
• Capture the moment: Use burst mode or video to record confetti explosions or smoke reveals in high detail.
• Photo props: Offer headbands with bee antennae or ‘Boo Bee’ signs for fun guest photos.

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Pro tip: Printing a few photos after the event makes wonderful keepsake albums or thank-you cards.

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The big reveal: “What Will It Bee?”

“Balloon pops and hidden cake colours are classic options that never go out of style,” suggests Taylor. Here are some creative ideas for a bee-themed gender reveal:

• Bee balloon pop: Fill yellow balloons with pink or blue confetti and have guests pop them all at once or one at a time.
• Smoke reveal: Use coloured smoke sticks inside a hive-shaped prop for an eye-catching outdoor reveal.
• Honeycomb puzzle: Guests work together to piece together hexagonal puzzle pieces that reveal the baby’s gender.
• Flowerpot pull: Fill a flowerpot with sand or coffee grounds, attach a sign to a faux flower, and “plant” it for the big reveal.
• Beehive piñata: Fill a hive-shaped piñata with honey sticks, honey candies or confetti in creation’s colours.
• Honey cake: Cut into a hive-shaped or honey-flavoured cake for a sweet surprise revealing the gender behind the layers.

Fun activities to keep guests buzzing

Here are engaging bee-themed activities for guests of all ages:

• Buzz or Blossom Guess Cards: Guests predict the gender with bee or flower-shaped cards placed in a decorated box.
• Bee trivia: Mix fun baby facts with bee knowledge for a light-hearted group game.
• Bee charades: Use prompts such as “queen bee,” “honey bee,” or “worker bee.”
• Wishes for baby: Guests write hopes or advice on flower-shaped cards.
• Bee hunt: Similar to an Easter egg hunt, hide honey jars or bee figurines around the venue for the kids to find.

For more ideas, this round-up of party games for a gender reveal has you covered.

Extra tips for a stress-free day

A few final tips to make your event enjoyable:

• Venue permissions: Check if your chosen venue allows for smoke effects or special decorations. Peerspace lets you search gender reveal party rental venues and makes communicating with hosts a breeze.
• Allergy considerations: Avoid real flowers or outdoor reveals if any guests have allergies.
• Food allergies: Provide honey-free treats for children under 12 months, as many health professionals advise against honey for babies.

Celebrate the sweetness

“The bee theme turns a gender reveal into something more—a celebration of life, nature, and the sweet anticipation of what’s to come,” says Taylor. With easy, nature-inspired decor, delicious snacks and a few creative touches, you can create a cosy, welcoming space to celebrate your newest family member.

Need more inspiration? Check out our full roundup of gender reveal ideas for every style and setting, or explore gender reveal party ideas to help you plan an unforgettable event that’s just your vibe.

From honey-sweet treats to buzz-worthy games and décor, let your creativity take flight, and get ready to share the news in the cutest way possible. Get started by searching Peerspace for gender reveal party venues for hire near you to find the perfect setting.