Having kids' birthday parties at the park is enticing for parents given the lack of clean-up there is at the end, there is no cap to the number of people who can attend, and it is not necessary to clean the home from top to bottom because there will be no guests inside. And while this is true, it does take some pre-planning to make park birthdays go off without a hitch. But for those who want to keep the kids outdoors and enjoy time with friends and family without a timeframe surrounding it, here are some fun birthday party ideas at the park.

Park parties can be as big or small as parents choose for them to be. They can be completely out in the elements, in a shelter, in the earlier part of the day, or later into the night. That is the beauty of park parties. As long as they fit into the constraints of park and city rules, parks fit the party rather than the party having to adhere to an indoor venue. This is something that can be a blessing when dealing with a large group of attendees or the desire to enjoy a fun day outdoors celebrating.

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Here are birthday party ideas at the park.

10 Forget The Picnic Tables

Picnic tables at the park can be a bit dirty from sitting out in the elements or from previous parties' spills. Therefore, forget the picnic tables and create pallet tables instead.

According to Connie and Luna, a pallet table is easy to create. All that is needed are enough pallets to sit your guests, (four to six per pallet) and some comfortable pillows to sit on.

The table can be one to two pallets high, with pallets pushed as close to one another as they can go. And once this is done, the tablescape can be simple or ornate, depending on the theme of the party.

9 Use Decor That Will Not Easily Blow Away

There is always the possibility that a party at the park can get gusty. As such, if keeping all the guests outdoors without a shelter, using decor that will not easily blow away is key to being able to enjoy the party without having to chase around decorations.

Things like tying steamers to the trees, putting up twinkling lights, or even securing balloon arches to the ground will add some great decor to the party and will stay in place to boot.

8 Transform The Shelter Into The Theme Of The Party

For those parents who opt to get a shelter for their park party, it is an easy space to transform into the theme of the party. And because most are protected from the elements of sun, wind, or even unexpected rain, just about any decorations go in a shelter.

7 Have The Party Catered

If having to make food is just too much for parents to do for the big park party, having the event catered instead is an easy way to make sure guests enjoy themselves. Even those who helped to put the day together.

According to SocialTables, the type of food that parents choose to cater will make a difference in the price of the bill. As such, things like Mexican, Indian, and Thai food will be the most economical. But if those flavors do not tempt the appetite of the guests of honor, parents may want to opt for appetizers to help satiate people while keeping the bill at an affordable rate for the day.

6 Grill Out

If grilling is where parents feel comfortable, packing the ice chest full of food to be grilled on the BBQ makes for a delicious meal, indeed.

Keeping things simple with hamburgers, turkey burgers, and hot dogs will keep guests full while not having to put too much effort into food prep. This is something that can contribute to the party coming off without a hitch without too much effort being expended in the process.

5 Create A S'mores Bar

While there may not be a fire pit at the park, the grill provided for the day near a shelter can make for the perfect spot to roast marshmallows.

Making s'mores is fun to do. But, when the same ingredients are used time and again, they can get boring. As such, parents can put together a s'mores bar with items party-goers would not be expecting.

According to Mama Cheaps, some fun ingredients to include on a s'mores bar include:

• Graham crackers
• Marshmallows
• Vanilla pizzelles
• Fudge striped cookies
• Chocolate
• Peanut butter cups

If there is not a grill at the park, Sterno can be used instead, according to the publication. And just like that, a s'mores bar can be created.

4 Have Local Company Set Up A Sundae Station

Not all guests of honor enjoy cake. As such, a local company set up a sundae station at the park and let guests make ice cream sundaes of their wildest dreams.

Not only will everyone be happy with what they are eating, but because it is a company bringing in the ice cream, they are responsible for making sure the sweet treat stays cold and then have to cart it away when the time of the rental is over. It is a win-win for parents.

3 Play Games That Utilize Space In The Park

With the size of the park, it seems foolish to not utilize it for party games. As such parents can let their imaginations run wild when coming up with activities for the day.

According to Better Homes & Gardens, some fun games at the park to play for a birthday include:

• Relay races
• Tug-of-War
• Frisbee Toss
• Potato sack race
• Large block stacking game
• Large pick-up sticks

There are so many party games that can be played. The more creative parents can be, the better!

2 Have A Team Scavenger Hunt

Scavenger hunts are a great way to get kids to work together and problem-solve in a fun manner. And with kids running around the park, they are sure to burn off a great deal of energy over the course of the game.

When it is all said and done, the winners can be given a fun prize to memorialize the day and their victory over all other teams participating in the scavenger hunt.

1 Have A Bounce House

If renting a shelter, there is likely to be a power outlet inside. If this is the case, then a bounce house is a fun way for kids to spend some time while at a park birthday party.

It is best if the rental company sets up the bounce house to keep it from flying away. Then, when it is all set up, kids can spend from the time they arrive until the end bouncing their little hearts out at the park.

Source: Connie and Luna, SocialTables, Mama Cheaps, Better Homes & Gardens