Children's birthday ideas on a budget

Organising a child's birthday is never easy. There can be a lot to take in, not least of all how much everything is going to cost. In this day and age, it's safe to say that not everything is cheap, so throwing a fun filled birthday party on a cheap budget is a necessary skill.

Fortunately, there are always ways around this if you know where to look. To this end, here are some tips you might find useful. Whether it's the cheap benefits of a bouncy castle, keeping the children entertained or providing food to feed everyone, there are always plenty of options o have fun on a budget.

Bouncy castle

Whilst many will expect this to be an expensive option, the value you get from hiring a bouncy castle far outweighs the initial cost. Making the most of bouncy castle hire Dublin will improve your party greatly and means children (and adults) will be kept entertained for the whole day. The castle also provides a focal point for the day.

Whether you've hired somewhere out or are hosting in your own garden, the simple inclusion of a bouncy castle gets everyone in the right mood. There is just something about a bouncy castle that children recognise as a symbol for a party, getting them in the cheerful mood and atmosphere.

Entertainment

Outside the bouncy castle, you may need additional ways to entertain children. Party entertainment can be expensive - but it isn't always necessary. There are, for instance, countless children's games that keep kids of all ages occupied. These cost nothing, as you can usually rope in any available adults to help out. It's fun and simple yet does enough to keep children occupied and happy. A quick look online will find many of these games for you to try out.

Likewise, if you're looking for additional decorations, throw in a few balloons. These are cheap but give the party the right atmosphere. Putting some music on will, again, provide the same effect. It doesn't cost you anything but the simple addition of lively background noise can lift many spirits.

Food

Finally, any party will inevitably need food but this can be expensive. Depending on the age of the children, you might be able to get around this. Traditional food, from chips to sandwiches, is very cheap to make but you need to make sure you provide a nutritional meal for your children. This means varying the fillings and providing plenty of fresh fruit in the form of fruit salads or other colourful and appetising dishes.

Of course, the main focus of any birthday is the cake - but you don't need to spend a fortune. Baking your own cake can be just as rewarding and far cheaper and you could even opt to make individual fairy cakes rather than one large cake. You can then get the children to help decorate them - creating another fun activity that will keep them entertained without costing a fortune.