Budget Birthdays: 7 Steps to Save Money on Your Child’s Party! Money Parenting

Kids' birthday parties can be expensive! No need to break the bank when you can keep it simple yet throw a grand party on a tiny budget. 

1. Guest List: keep it small. 
2. Invitations: use free online invitation and party planning websites like Evite or Punchbowl. 
3. Location: your home, family/friend’s basement or backyard. 
4. Menu: frozen pizza, homemade cold cut sandwiches, cupcakes or cake. 
5. Decorations: make them yourself with materials you have on hand. 
6. Games: Musical Chairs, Red Rover, Simon Says and Freeze Dance. 
7. Goodie Bags: purchase items from the dollar store. 

It's party time!