Organizing a child's birthday is a magical moment... but also (often) a real challenge! Between choosing the venue, the activities, the timetable and the guests, as a parent you need to know how to juggle fun and organization.
Don't panic: by following these few tips, you can give your child an unforgettable party without complicating your life.
Tip 1 for a successful children's birthday party
Keep moving to avoid boredom
We're not telling you anything: children have energy to spare, which is multiplied when they're in a group. That's why you need to keep them busy, if possible with dynamic activities where they can climb, run, jump and let off steam.
Parks like Payerneland are perfect for this: adventure courses, trampolines, bouncy castles and go-kart circuits offer an action-packed program that keeps them constantly occupied.
You don't need to wear them out, the secret is to vary the pace: a physical activity, a snack break and the opening of presents once everyone has had their fill.
Tip 2 for a successful children's birthday party
Choose an activity suited to the age of the group
The first key is to plan a dynamic program, but to achieve this, the activity must be adapted to the age of the participants.
Let's face it, a 4-year-old doesn't have the same attention span, energy or sense of fun as a 13-year-old! So you need to find the right balance: an activity that's safe for their age, but challenging enough to give them starry-eyed anticipation.
At Payerneland, everything is set up for this:
- Toddlers (aged 2 and over) can explore Laurapark, a large, colorful and safe indoor space.
- Children aged 4 to 8 love the Payerneland Tower's Level 1 adventure course, with its age-appropriate obstacles.
- Older children can enjoy the more technical courses of the higher levels, or take part in a series of karting laps for a real thrill!
The aim is for everyone to find their place, without getting bored or feeling overwhelmed. A good birthday is above all an activity in which all the children participate actively.
Tip 3 for a successful children's birthday party
Finding the right duration
Too short is frustrating; too long is exhausting. In general, an ideal child's birthday lasts between 3 and 4 hours. It's the perfect amount of time to play, laugh, blow out the candles and say goodbye without fatigue setting in. At Payerneland, our formulas are designed to fit perfectly into this format. Children have plenty of time to enjoy the activities and share a snack, without the day seeming endless.
Plan a program that's both simple and flexible: a welcome time, a main activity, a snack break, then a final moment of free play.
Tip 4 for a successful children's birthday party
Anticipate the weather and have a plan B
The weather is often the great unknown when it comes to children's birthdays. You don't want to lock the little group indoors when the sun is shining, but you're often afraid of thunderstorms or heatwaves, which can quickly spoil the party. The ideal solution, as for a wedding, is to plan a venue that can adapt to any situation!
This is one of Payerneland's great assets: its indoor and outdoor zones make it possible to celebrate in all weathers.
Hot weather?
Children can enjoy the Adventure Park with its water games and shaded areas. For the little ones, the Laurapark and its ever-even coolness will be ideal for their more fragile constitution.
Rain?
In case of rain, head for indoor areas such as Laurapark, the indoor adventure course or the indoor go-kart track.
Tip 5 for a successful children's birthday party
Thinking about snacks and breaks
A good child's birthday party should include a convivial moment to regain strength. Make sure there's plenty to drink and nibble on: cookies, candy and birthday cake, of course!
At Payerneland, tables are reserved for the group, and you can bring your own food. Drinks only need to be purchased on site.
