Kids Birthday Party Planning
Everything to organize a fun, stress-free birthday party for your child.
Start four to six weeks ahead to book venues and entertainment in time.
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4-6 weeks before
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Set a date, time, and guest list
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Choose a theme the birthday child loves
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Book a venue or confirm your home can host
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Send invitations with an RSVP deadline
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Book entertainment if needed, such as a magician or bounce house
2 weeks before
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Order or bake the birthday cake
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Buy decorations such as balloons and banners
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Plan party games and activities
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Prepare goodie bags for guests
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Confirm the final headcount from RSVPs
Few days before
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Buy food and drinks for the party
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Confirm the entertainment's arrival time
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Charge a camera or phone for photos
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Prepare a playlist of the birthday child's favorite songs
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Set aside a first-aid kit in case of scrapes
Day of the party
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Decorate the venue before guests arrive
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Set up the food and drink table
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Greet guests and collect gifts in one spot
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Lead games and activities on schedule
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Cut and serve the cake with candles