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Things to Consider When Planning a Kid’s Party

Written by Fly By Fun | Nov 21, 2019 10:00:00 PM

Parents want to throw their kids a memorable birthday party. However, organising a party requires effort on their part. Details such as kids party themes, the venue, food, and decorations can overwhelm any parents.

If you’re one of those parents who dream of organising the ultimate birthday bash for their child, we’re here to help you realise that dream. We’ve prepared a list of things to consider when planning a kid’s party. Check out our guide below:

The celebrant

Involving your child in the planning process is highly recommended. The birthday celebrant knows what he or she wants for the party. Ask for ideas and let the child choose the theme, shop for decoration, and help you prepare the food for the party. Working together towards a vital goal teaches your child a valuable life lesson: teamwork. Plus, your kid can claim that he helped with the planning process.

Number of guests

Setting a budget and the number of guests is essential in party planning. You need to know how many guests your child wants for you to set a budget. Make a list of the friends the celebrant wants to invite to the party. Don’t forget to include the children’s parents, their siblings, and your relatives. You can also consider a separate day for cousins and relatives than adding them to the list.  

Overall party budget

After finalising the guest list, it’s time to set the party’s budget. You can ask for your child’s input by proposing a list of activities and food for the party. Let him or her choose and discuss their options based on the party’s budget. Kids just want to have fun and they’ll be willing to work with the budget on hand. Allot your budget on important things such as food, party venue, games and activities. Don’t forget to set aside emergency reserve funds for unforeseen circumstances. Be flexible when creating your party’s budget.

The right party games

A children’s birthday won’t be fun without activities. Given their short attention spans, they will become restless in a matter of minutes. Below is a list of kids party entertainment ideas you choose from:


These are our recommended activities for your child’s birthday party. Always consider age-appropriate activities during the planning process. This is to ensure that your child will have a fun and exciting party.

Food, drinks, and the birthday cake

A children’s birthday party won’t be complete without food. It’s considered as the second best thing to receiving gifts. While kids may settle for a cup of jelly beans or fairy floss, it’s best to serve a variety of food for the guests to enjoy. Consider these food ideas for your children’s party:

  • Sippah Straws
  • Carrot cupcakes
  • Flavoured popcorn
  • Marshmallow icy pops
  • Chocolate-coated banana popsicles

Let’s not forget the birthday cake! It’s the centre piece of every kid’s birthday party. Ask a children's party planner to help you find a good baker for your child’s birthday cake. Discuss your ideas with the professional baker and let them create an amazing birthday for your celebrant.

We hope these ideas will help you plan your child’s special day. Still need help on how to plan a kids birthday party? Fly By Fun is here to help! Send us an enquiry today!