Celebrating your child's birthday is one of the best parts of being a parent, but making the day extra special can be stressful. They only get one birthday a year, and they grow up fast, so you want to put enough effort into it so it's a memorable experience for them. 

Party at Home

You have many options for throwing a party for your child at home. You can invite over family and friends, as most kids want nothing more than to be around their favorite people. If you have a backyard, you can set up fun activities, rent an inflatable jumping house, have water balloons, etc. 

The exact details of an at-home party will depend on your home's setup, how much indoor and outdoor space you have, and the weather. However, it's usually less expensive to throw a party at home, and it's nice not having to drive anywhere. The only negative is that you will be in charge of clean-up, but it usually only takes an hour or so. 

A Surprise Party

Regardless of the location and other details of your child's birthday party, one surefire way to make it memorable is to do a surprise party. There's nothing better than seeing the look on your child's face when they realize they just walked into their own birthday party. As long as your child won't feel embarrassed by the whole ordeal, it's a great way to make their birthday special.

Hiring Entertainers

There are lots of professional entertainers available for you to hire for your child's birthday party. You can hire characters wearing costumes, jugglers, magicians, animal handlers, etc. The key is choosing someone who does something fun and engaging that will keep your child and their friends entertained. 

Going to a Party Location

You can take your child to many places for their birthday party. Arcades, restaurants, bowling alleys, trampoline parks, etc., usually allow you to book parties and have packages to choose from that may include food, a birthday cake, and other extras. Try to think of what your child likes to do and select a location that offers that activity. 

Their Favorite Activity

You don't have to do a traditional party for your child. If they have a specific hobby or love to do a particular activity, you can bring them wherever they can do that thing. For example, if they love the beach, you can take a family trip to the coast to celebrate their birthday.

For help planning kids' birthday parties, reach out to an event company near you.