Decorations: Use black and white checkered tablecloths and napkins to create a race track feel Hang car-themed banners and balloons around the party area Use toy cars as table centerpieces or decorations around the party area Party Favor: Create a custom pit crew t-shirt for each guest to take home as a party favor You could also give out toy cars, car-themed stickers or temporary tattoos, and racing flags as party favors Sweets, Food, and Drinks: Cupcakes decorated like tires or checkered flags Chocolate-covered pretzel rods as "dipsticks" "Stoplight" brownies with M&Ms for the red, yellow, and green lights Hot dogs and hamburgers for a classic race day feel Lemonade or Gatorade to stay hydrated during the "race" Activities: Create a DIY race track using cardboard or pool noodles and have the kids race their toy cars Set up a car wash station with water and sponges for the kids to "clean" their toy cars Have a pinewood derby race with pre-made pinewood derby cars or use toy cars and create your own race track Host a scavenger hunt where the kids have to find car parts hidden around the party area Quantity of Food, Drinks, and Sweets for 30 People: Cupcakes: 30-40 Chocolate-covered pretzel rods: 60-80 Brownies: 30-40 Hot dogs and hamburgers: 30-40 of each Lemonade or Gatorade: 4-5 gallons