When you have kids of a certain age, you will undoubtedly plan a birthday party for them. Granted, planning a party was easier during the pandemic as there were no guests to speak of, but this time, things are slowly getting back to normal, which means the return of children’s birthday parties.
If you’re the parent who thrives for these parties and can easily make the best decisions, kudos to you! But if you’re a parent who is not looking forward to children’s birthday parties because of all the planning involved, you’re not alone. First of all, what themes or ideas should you go for? Thankfully, we have a list of party themes and ideas for kids – so here’s your guide.
- Parties at home
This idea is excellent if you have younger kids and are planning a smaller get-together. Of course, it will depend on your space and the weather, and if you have space outside, one of your best options is to hire a kids’ bouncy castle – it’s always a hit!
When you have a kid’s party at home, you can save on the venue, and you could spend more on food. But remember that children don’t have fancy tastes – so keep it simple with sandwiches, cucumber sticks, crisps, grapes, and the like. If you can bake a cake, then do so – if you can’t, cakes are always available in your local supermarket. For entertainment, you could go for face painting or temporary tattoos, and don’t forget to give everyone a party bag you can fill with treats like candy and little toys.
- A village or town hall
You also can hire a village or town hall in your local area, and it’s a surprisingly inexpensive way to celebrate your child’s birthday. But be aware that since you can invite more people, it can be costly – make sure you have lots of food and cake. The entertainment can be varied too, as you can hire a magician or even ask the local zoo to bring some animals to your party! If it’s a big hall, you can hire a bouncy castle along with some side stalls and games from https://www.wearetricycle.co.uk/, which can keep the adults entertained. Finally, to make it easier with the food, hire some food stalls – the kids (and adults) are sure to like the ice cream, popcorn, and hot dogs!
- A farm or theme park
If you don’t want the hassle and headache of planning a children’s birthday party at all, why not have a farm party or a party at a theme park? Granted, the cost is around £15 or 20 for each child, but this already includes the entrance fee plus the food and drinks. It’s great for kids who love animals and a wonderful party to have in the summer or even autumn. It also gives you a lot of value because your kids can spend time exploring around the zoo or park, so you can spend a few hours there to get the most out of it. If you want, you can dress up in costume – and it’s a great idea whether you’re having a party at home, in a hall, or at a theme park or zoo!
