Preparing for a kid’s birthday party can feel like a pretty daunting task. There’s so much to consider, from finding out what they want to keep all the other parents in the loop. Luckily, this article has some fantastic and practical tips for creating the best birthday party celebration. Consider this your ultimate birthday party preparation guide.
Find out what they want!
The first thing you need to do is find out what the birthday kid wants for a theme. There are plenty of things to pick from, and you can go as simple or complicated with it as you wish. Usually, kids have a good idea of what they want, but sometimes it might be good to offer options just in case!
Find a venue
Places like public parks or a kids’ gym are great places for parties, but you can also consider venues that people might not think of right away. For example, your backyard! If you have a big enough space and it doesn’t rain in your area during the time of year the party will be, then this is a great option.
Make a plan
Some of the essential parts of a birthday party are going to be remembering who’s invited, what games you’ll play, and how you’ll cut the cake. It’s best to make a detailed plan that everyone can reference when they get there. You can even go one step further and create a visual outline, like a PowerPoint presentation.
Send your invitations
This is essentially the first thing anyone who’s attending will see of your party. People want to put effort into their invitations (especially if kids are involved), so take some time to make them unique! You can get creative with whatever you use—computer-generated, handwritten, or even hand-drawn—as long as they reach the people you want there.
You can either send out invitations via email or by mailing them, depending on what you think will be easier for the parents who are coming. It’s usually better to mail them because email tends to get lost these days easily. Just make sure everyone has RSVP’d before you send them, so you know how many people are attending.
Get your essentials
The most important part of a birthday party is having all the essentials, like cake and decorations. If you’re hosting it in your home, make sure to clear out enough space for people to move around casually or play games. You might even want to designate an area for the presents; that way, everyone can see what they’re unwrapping.
When it comes to the cake, you can either pick out one on your own or ask the birthday kid what they want. If you are baking, you may want to improve your cake decorating skills before the big day.
If you buy one, make sure to get something that seems fun and easy enough for kids to enjoy! Also, consider writing their name (and maybe even drawing a picture) on the cake. The birthday child will be able to eat whatever you don’t cover up!
Keep in touch with other parents
It’s crucial to keep in touch with the other parents who will be attending. You can do this by emailing or making a group chat on your favorite mobile messenger. This is mainly to coordinate with everyone about where the party will be, when it starts and when they should arrive.
