As promised, I have some ideas for kids parties. Just keep in mind that your most important factors are cost, guests, and space. From there, the possibilities are endless!
I can’t post this without mentioning the basics…the swimming party, day at the museum, bowling, bounce place, gymnastics party, etc. But as I thought about what to write, I remembered a friend of mine who is struggling financially. For the last two years, she’s really had to stick to a budget…and I think she’s given her nine-year-old a couple of great parties.
The first year, she had a “formal”. All the guests dressed up in anything from Sunday clothes to prom dresses. They had a tea party, and decorated their own cupcakes. They had fancy punch, played a few games, and hung out. They had a blast!
This year, they went on a neighborhood scavenger hunt. My friend spoke with neighbors on her street ahead of time, and made a list similar to the following:
- something fuzzy like a cat
- something mushy like the inside of a pumpkin
- something hairy like a spider web
Since the birthday party was at the beginning of October, she took advantage of the Halloween theme, but it could be adapted in many ways. The girls set out, with adults and teen volunteers, to find things on the list…to be provided by the neighbors. After finding all ten items, the groups returned to the house for cake and punch. What a clever idea. Not to mention low cost and unique!
Another friend did a sundae party one year. It was one of the best parties she had ever had, and one of the best we had ever attended!
Remember, parties don’t have to cost a fortune. Don’t stress. Enjoy it. If you have fun, so will your guests!
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