How to throw a great kids party
🎉 The Ultimate Kids' Birthday Party Checklist & Fun Party Ideas
Planning your little one’s birthday party? Whether you’re a seasoned party pro or it's your first time throwing a bash, we’ve got you covered! This checklist walks you through every step — plus, we’ve added some super fun party ideas like teepee sleepovers, backyard bell tents, kids pamper parties, and high tea picnics that are guaranteed to make the day magical. Let’s dive in!
🎈 Pre-Event: Setting the Stage
Choose a Theme
Start with the fun part! Pick a theme your child loves — think superheroes, unicorns, dinosaurs, princesses, or their favorite cartoon character. Looking for something more experiential? Consider a sleepover party or a bell tent sleepover in the backyard for a sophisticated, cozy vibe. TK Teepees can style it style it with fairy lights, cozy bedding, and themed décor.Set a Budget
Before things get wild in the party aisle, decide how much you're willing to spend. This will help guide your choices when it comes to venue, food, and entertainment.Pick a Venue
Will you be hosting at home, throwing a cozy sleepover in teepees or a bell tent or setting up a picnic under the trees at your local park, or booking a special venue? Each setting has its own charm!
Outdoor parties are perfect for a whimsical picnic or high tea gathering — imagine picnic rugs, delicate tablecloths, vintage teacups, and beautifully curated styling with flowers and charming décor, all set beneath the open sky or under the shade of a canopy.
If you're staying in, turn your home into a little wonderland with an indoor pamper party complete with face masks, mini manicures, satin robes, and the perfect sprinkle of glamour and fun. Or, transform your living room or backyard into a magical slumber zone with a teepee or bell tent sleepover with fairy lights and cozy bedding.
Finalise Guest List & Send Invitations
Make a guest list with your child and send out invitations at least 2–3 weeks in advance. Include RSVP details and any special instructions (e.g., bring PJs and pillow for a sleepover!).Plan Activities
Keep the energy up with a mix of fun games like all time favourites: musical statues, pass the parcel or treasure hunts, and chill-out options like crafts, painting table, mermaid tails. A pamper party is a great way to spend time with friend, there is nothing like a day at the spa or on a picnic party with lawn games..Arrange Food & Drinks
Think finger foods, fruit, sweet treats, charcuterie boards, pizza nights. Keep allergies and dietary restrictions in mind. A high tea party is the perfect excuse to serve up a hotel style afternoon tea at home with, macaroons, sweet desserts, scones, and sandwiches all danity bite sizes of course!Decorate the Venue
Match the décor to your theme, whether it's boutique styling by TK Teepees, garlands, fairy lights, themed tableware, or hanging lanterns. Any space can be turned into an amazing party venue.Prepare Party Favors
Send each guests home with a goodie bag filled with themed items; there is no limit to the imagination from lips gloss, lollies, stickers, bubbles, hair accessories, drink bottles or mini crafts from the party work perfectly.
🎉 During the Event: Ensuring a Fun Experience
Welcome Guests
Greet each guest warmly and help them settle in, show guests around and introduce eveyone.Facilitate Activities
Keep things running smoothly by gently guiding the group through the planned activities. Have a helper or two on hand if possible!Serve Food & Cake
Have snacks at the ready and lunch or dinner at appropriate times, and save the cake for a fun centerpiece moment. Don’t forget to grab candles!Capture Memories
Snap plenty of photos — or better yet, designate a friend or hire a photographer to document all the magic (especially those teepee setups or spa moments!).Thank Guests
When its home time take a moment to thank everyone for coming and for the lovely gifts. A little goodbye treat bag adds a lovely final touch.
🎉 Post-Event: Wrapping Up
Send Thank-You Notes
To go that one step further and thank your guest for helping celebrate a fun birthday with the party bag or within a week of the party, send out personalied thank-you notes (or cute thank-you cards your child can decorate!) to show your appreciation for their presence and presents.
Whether you're planning a glamping-style bell tent sleepover, a glamorous kids pamper party, a vintage-style high tea, or a playful teepee sleepover indoors, the most important part is creating joyful memories. With a little planning and a sprinkle of creativity, your child's birthday will be one with memories to treasure.
TK Teepees can help with all your party planning, send us a email to get started! 🎂💫
