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Birthday Party Essentials for a Perfect Celebration!
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items Planning a birthday party can be exciting but also a bit overwhelming. Over the years, I’ve learned that having the right party essentials makes all the difference! From decorations to tableware and fun extras, here are my must-have birthday party pr...
Balloons instantly bring life to any party! I love ordering balloon bouquets from Target because they have custom colors, themes, and even giant number balloons. Plus, they offer helium inflation, so you don’t have to stress about blowing them up you...
Balloons - Target
If you want a perfectly coordinated party, Target sells themed party kits that include banners, plates, napkins, and even photo booth props! I recently used their boho rainbow set for a kid’s birthday, and it was adorable.
Big Dot of Happiness : Party Kits - Target
I always order my disposable plates, cups, and cutlery from Amazon. They have amazing pre-matched sets in gold, rose gold, pastel, or themed designs. The best part? No dishes to wash afterward!
Disposable Tableware
A personalized birthday banner makes any party feel special! Shindigz allows you to customize banners with names, photos, and messages in tons of different styles. I love how high-quality and vibrant their prints are!
Shindigz - Party Supplies & Decorations for Every Occasion ...
No birthday party is complete without goodie bags! Walmart has bulk party favors like mini toys, stickers, and candy, so you can put together the cutest favor bags without breaking the bank.
Goodie Bags & Favor Boxes in Party Favors - Walmart.com
This is one of the best birthday gifts I could give. It's easy to find a gift for a child, but this is the ideal present for any grown-up.
LIFE LETTERS
Whether you're baking your own cake or adding final touches to a store-bought one, Target has amazing cake-decorating tools. Their piping bags, edible glitter, and cake toppers make any cake look like it came from a bakery!
Cake Decorating Sets : Baking & Pastry Tools - Target
For evening parties, I love adding LED lights and glow sticks for extra fun! Walmart sells affordable LED string lights, disco bulbs, and glow-in-the-dark bracelets that kids and adults love.
Glow Sticks in Toys and Novelty - Walmart.com
If you want a custom touch, Etsy sellers offer handmade cake toppers and cupcake wrappers with names, ages, and themes. I’ve ordered a gold glitter name topper for a birthday cake, and it made it look so elegant!
Custom Cupcake Toppers - Etsy
For food, Costco is my go-to! Their party platters (like sandwich trays, sushi, or fruit and cheese boards) feed a crowd for a great price. And their huge sheet cakes? Always a hit!
Bakery & Desserts - Costco Wholesale
A DIY cocktail bar is a hit at adult parties! I set up a mimosa bar for brunch parties or a whiskey-tasting station for evening events. Don’t forget cocktail stirrers, personalized napkins, and cool glassware
Cocktail Station - Etsy
Guests LOVE taking photos, so I always set up a photo booth with props and an Instax Mini camera. For a luxury touch, I use a shimmer or floral backdrop—it makes every photo Insta-worthy!
Camera & Photo | Fashion Camera & Photo | SHEIN USA
For appetizers, a loaded charcuterie board is a must! I get my cheeses, crackers, fruit, and cured meats from Costco or Trader Joe’s, and they always look stunning.
BirdRock Home 18” Herringbone Grazing Board | Costco
If you want guests to mingle, a few fun games make all the difference.
Drinking Game - Etsy
Instead of traditional party favors, I love gifting mini liquor bottles with custom labels, engraved shot glasses, or scented candles with the guest’s name. A small but classy touch!
Personalized Liquor Bottle - Etsy
No party is complete without the perfect playlist! I always prepare a mix of:
✔ Throwback hits
✔ R&B slow jams
✔ Dance floor anthems
✔ Chill lounge beats for dinner parties
Party - Apple Music