Birthday Parties

Use a Star Wars theme for the birthday party of a young Jedi in training or an older Jedi who's young at heart. Choose one of the films for a specific theme or use common Star Wars characters,...

My daughter loves to play board games. In fact, all day long she begs me to play board games with her, which is precisely how I came up with an idea for her next kid’s party theme: a good old...

Since the date “Super Sweet 16” aired on MTV, teenagers have been obsessed with throwing the best and most spectacular coming-of-age parties. But for most parents, renting out the hottest club,...

Doctors at C.S. Mott's Children's Hospital, within the University of Michigan Health System, suggest the normal social development of 9 year olds should include conversation they enjoy with small,...

There are many reasons why you might want alternatives to gifts for your child's birthday party. Maybe your child has too many toys or has severe allergies to common materials. Maybe you are...

Virtual cards and invitations have grown in popularity over the years due to the fact that they're easy, inexpensive and environmentally friendly. They can be simple still photos or animated...

Compact disc (CD) invitations are a different way to invite friends and family members to events such as birthday or engagement parties. CD invitations not only offer a visual invite to an event...

Planning your child’s birthday party can be overwhelming, not to mention expensive. But here is a fun and simple idea for hosting a cookie decorating birthday party on a budget!

Throw your child a Ben 10 Alien Force themed birthday party that he or she will always remember. Using Ben 10 as the theme allows you to get creative with every step of the birthday party planning...

Surprise your little “tween” with some grown up fun for her birthday party. Enlist your friends or family to help give the party guests full makeovers including manicures, hairstyles and light...

Children have so much fun at parties doing new things. A really great activity is the breaking open of a piñata filled with candy and trinkets for all to share. It is inexpensive to fill...

Tink, as she is known by the toddler crowd, is a fun-loving, sassy, feisty fairy, according to her Disney bio. And since most toddlers are also fun-loving, sassy and feisty (according to their...

A birthday party is coming up and you plan on inviting all of your friends, but you want to make sure that everyone gets the invitations in time to make plans to be there. Frantically calling...

Teenagers are in a difficult stage of life where they still want to gather with their friends for parties, but the typical birthday party invitation would most likely be an embarrassment to them....

Plan an "over the hill" birthday party for a friend or relative who has reached that mark, whether it's 30, 40, 50, 60 or even older. While the "over the hill" theme is usually for 50-year-olds,...

When it comes to hosting your child's party, why not let Handy Manny help you "fix it right" up. It's fairly easy. Follow these steps and you are sure to have all the children,...

Birthday parties for preteens should be fun and exciting, and party themes, activities and food are all important factors for success. While there are many ways to throw a good party for your...

Birthday invitations will depend upon the theme you choose for them, which likewise depends on the age, gender and interests of the guest of honor, as well as that of the guests you wish to...

So by now you have chosen your party theme...and this year you've decided it's all about those special Cars from Radiator Springs! There's just something a bit special about hand making your own...

Planning a birthday party creates excitement; however, the costs of the party can also cause parents (or the hosts) of the party to feel overwhelmed. Careful, creative planning will save your...

Step into the Magical World of Harry Potter and have the Ultimate Birthday Party Experience.

A throwback, hippie birthday party sounds like retro fun and maybe a lot of work. However, it can be pretty simple. Remember, the hippie movement was about peace, love and having a good time...

Celebrating a child's birthday with animals adds extra fun to the occasion. If you like the idea of keeping the excitement close to home, a backyard party with a pony ride could be a treat. If you...

Theme parties are a fun way for guests to feel involved at a birthday party. Whether you are throwing a party for yourself or a child, guests of all ages will enjoy a well-planned theme party. Set...

Are you planning a pirates birthday party for your child? Do you want to save a little money and still have invitations that will wow your guests? Follow these simple steps to make invitation...

Many parents wonder how to fill a pinata with treats (candy, toys, and other goodies) for their children birthday parties. Opening the pinata is actually quite easy, but there is more to filling...

Throwing a surprise party is a tricky endeavor. As well as tackling all the standard party planning tasks, you have to ensure the party's guests don't spoil the surprise for the guest of honor....

Food and candy party favors are typically big hits. If you are throwing a cupcake theme party, then you can make a cupcake party favor to give away to your guests. Cupcake-shaped and decorated...

Want an exciting party that your 6-year-old daughter will love? While planning the party, consider her personality. Does she love to be pampered or explore nature? She can do both, but when...

For a kid who loves motorcycles, an American Chopper-themed party could be a blast. Toss in a Chopper-shaped pinata, and the party is a classic. Pinatas are relatively simply to make on your own,...

It seems children's parties these days are less about entertainment and more about extravagance. Before you dip into your daughter's college savings to reserve the caterer and full-service salon,...

Use the right wording in your birthday invitations to let your guests know what they are invited to, for whom, when, where and most importantly what to expect. Younger children's parties may...

While it is simple to purchase a package of generic invitations from the store, fill them out and send off to guests, creating personalized invitations and printing them from your home computer is...

Throwing a birthday party for your 5 year old will likely make him feel special and happy. Inviting all of his friends and family to the party is essential to creating an atmosphere that he'll...

Dora the Explorer is a so popular with young children it's no surprise that Dora-themed party merchandise is available in abundance. This makes decorating for a Dora birthday party a simple task....

Make your child's birthday party memorable with some great games that will keep kids entertained and engaged. There are several games to choose from, and depending on your child's age and...

A sixteenth birthday is one of the most momentous occasions in a girl's life. If your child is approaching this milestone soon, planning a surprise sweet sixteen birthday party can make the...

Theme park birthday parties are popular with kids of all ages. Create a theme park of your own in your back yard or outdoor space. Design invitations, ticket booths, food vendors and attractions...

Many parents want to make their child’s birthday special. The current economy, however, makes it difficult for parents to pay for a party at the local hot spot or child activity center. Even so,...

Game nights are fun on any night, so it's no wonder they've also become popular for birthday parties for all ages. Board games, card games, video games and classics like charades, make a birthday...

Planning a party or a wedding? Are you looking for something that will blow your guest away and have them taking for days? Well here is idea that is becoming trendier day by day. The hottest new...

A dinosaur dig is a popular, out-of-the-ordinary and fun activity for children's parties. It is also a fairly inexpensive one, which will occupy the children for hours. With some plaster of paris...

We've all been to those kid’s birthday parties where parent’s try to out do one another when it come to the gift bags, right? Well, here’s an adorable, easy and unique gift bag idea that the...

In today’s economy cutting down on expenses is something we are all doing but giving up on your child’s birthday party doesn’t have to be one of them. By incorporating some of the ideas and tips...

Sesame Street is a show that uses animations, puppets, and famous actors, to help children learn. The show has been around for a long time and extends across many cultural borders. For that...

One challenge when planning kids' parties is how to keep them entertained. Since most kids love to paint, painting birdhouses is a great activity for children 4 and up. Tie this in with a bird,...