A great kids' party doesn't have to be stressful. Spread the planning out with this simple timeline and party day will feel easy.
6 weeks before
Pick the date, the place and a theme. Make a rough guest list and a budget.
4 to 5 weeks before
Book anything that fills up, like a venue, entertainer or bounce house. Choose your invitation design.
3 to 4 weeks before
Send the invitations. Editable digital invitations are quick: type in the details, then print them or text them to parents.
2 weeks before
Order the cake. Buy decorations, tableware and favors. Plan two or three simple activities.
1 week before
Follow up on RSVPs, make your food and shopping lists and put together a playlist.
2 to 3 days before
Shop for food, wrap the favors and prep anything you can make ahead.
The day before
Set up decorations, charge your phone or camera and lay out serving pieces.
Party day
Pick up the cake, set out the food and enjoy it. The kids will remember the fun, not whether the napkins matched.
Find editable birthday and party invitations in our Etsy shop and party pieces in Party Like an Alleycat.