Pajama party: how to organize an unforgettable pajama party!
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Pajama Parties are a trend that is here to stay! They are a more intimate party model, which children will remember forever. What better way to celebrate a birthday, or any other date, than spending the night having fun with a group of friends? It's a guaranteed success, a different night full of good memories. But, how to organize a pajama party that is a real success? In this article , Nas Nuvens Eventos shares some tips to make your party unforgettable. |
1. PLAN
The secret to any perfect party: planning!
Set aside 1 or 2 hours to make a list that includes: guests, decoration, menu, activities or even stores or suppliers where you intend to purchase some products.
The important thing is that this list is an outline of your party, and that it can act as a “reminder” so that no detail is forgotten.
TIP: When making the guest list, don't forget to take into account the space available in your home, as guests must be accommodated comfortably.
2. INVITATION
The invitation is one of the “mandatory” items at any party. It can be printed, or virtual and this is the information that cannot be missing: party address, start and end time and your contact details.
TIP: You can later create a Whatsapp group with the parents of each child, to facilitate sharing information about the party or even to send some photos during the party.
3. SPACE
Decide which space in the house you will use for the sleepover (the bedroom or living room are the best) and remove as much furniture as possible , as well as fragile decorative elements, placing them in another room, as it is important that all children have space to feel safe and comfortable.
In the absence of individual mattresses, you can opt for sleeping bags, inflatable mattresses or if the number of guests is small, use a double mattress for everyone to sleep together.
If possible, have a space where children can wear their pajamas and store their things.
TIP: Leave the nightlight on, or a small lamp, in case any of the guests are afraid of the dark or get up during the night.
4. DECORATION
If the party is themed, all decorations should reflect the chosen theme , but there are some decoration ideas that can be used whether the party is themed or not, to make the environment more welcoming and festive. For example, extra cushions or poufs, balloons, string lights, night lights or lanterns.
TIP: Prepare a vase of natural flowers to decorate the breakfast table, it gives a fresh feeling.
5. MENU
A party without food is not a party!
But as pajama parties take place in the late afternoon/evening, the menu should be lighter because in our experience children don't eat much during the party, they only think about playing, playing, playing! Mini-pizzas, hot dogs, fries, juices, popcorn, gum, cookies, birthday cake or cupcakes are some of our suggestions.
TIP: Prepare snacks, treats and lots of popcorn to be available after dinner.
6. ACTIVITIES
Activities/games are essential to entertain guests and create a more fun environment.
Mime games, karaoke or dance contests, treasure hunts or classic board games are good entertainment options . Other original ideas include: making jewelry, painting t-shirts or providing disposable or instant cameras so that guests can take photos of the party themselves.
Of course, a slumber party will never be complete without a lively pillow fight and a movie showing!
TIP: At the end of the night, to help you “calm down”, we suggest a movie session with popcorn and lights off, to see if you can fall asleep!
7. BREAKFAST
Many people forget that a pajama party only ends after a good breakfast, which replenishes the energy spent during the party!
If possible , leave a breakfast table prepared the day before, this makes logistics easier the next morning . Toast or pancakes, croissants, jam or butter, cereals, fruit and yogurt or natural juices are good suggestions for a nutritious breakfast.
TIP: To complete breakfast, use some of the sweets that may be left over from the previous night.
