5 Ways to Make Your Birthday Party Affordable and Fun

Is there any better way to build fun, lifelong birthday memories than with a great party? There are so many ways to create a celebration that will mark the occasion in a special, memorable way for any birthday guest of honor – no matter how many candles they need on their cake – and at one dollar zone, you can plan your perfect party at a fraction of what you would pay for supplies anywhere else! Need some help getting your party started? We’ve put together just a few of ways that you can use the one dollar zone to plan the best birthday ever.

Birthday Party Ideas for Young Children

From that first year milestone to the end of middle school, it’s easy to put together a fun, festive party for kids and we’ve got the characters that kids know and love – with toys, trinkets, tableware and other party favors featuring Hello Kitty, Frozen, The Avengers, Disney Princesses and more. Save a ton by playing simple party games and letting kids decorate their own cupcakes with icing and candy. And don’t forget the balloons – which we fill with helium for free with purchase!

Tween Birthday Party Ideas

Are your party goers past the princess and superhero stage? No need to worry. Turn the tone of the party atmosphere down to something a little more casual. Give your teen and their friends a place to hang out and have a mini movie marathon. Pick two or three movies with a similar theme, something simple like “haunted houses” or “love at first sight” and then choose your plates, cups and other decorations in a color that matches the theme. Sweet and salty snacks are a must and we have a great selection of beloved brands, from Hershey’s chocolates to crispy Pringles. For girls, we also have a great selection of beauty items to choose from. Get different colored nail polishes and tools to have a manicure night or different makeup or hair products that they can experiment with for the night.

Birthday Party Ideas for a Big Surprise

Want to go the traditional surprise party route? The more the merrier! Surprise parties can be tricky to pull together if you don’t do some preparation ahead of time. One way to make the moment of surprise more memorable is to give each of your guests some helium-filled balloons to release when the guest of honor arrives. Pick out your balloons and have them filled at the one dollar zone and pick up a box of large plastic bags to keep all that birthday fun contained somewhere out of sight until the moment arrives. Even if you want to elevate your party with glassware, one dollar zone has champagne, wine, and beer glasses all for $1. From plates and cutlery to streamers and party hats – at one dollar zone we have everything you need to make your surprise party go off without a hitch.

Birthday Party Ideas for Your Significant Other

Not all parties need to have a house full of guests to be a success. If you’re looking for something a little more on the romantic side to sweep your sweetheart off their feet, set the scene for a sweeter surprise on a smaller scale with a low key dessert party. You can invite a few other couples or keep it a party of two, but the key ingredient here is chocolate! We have melt in your mouth Lindt truffles and bars, as well as delicious mixes for cakes, brownies or cookies. Create a pretty party glow with plenty of simple pillar candles or tea lights and bring the romance with a beautiful faux bouquet that will last forever.

21st Birthday Party Ideas

Turning 21 is a big milestone, and it should certainly be celebrated as such. One great idea for a 21st birthday party that is more affordable than the typical 21st birthday party locations is to set up a mini-bar in your kitchen complete with a friend or family member who stands in as the bartender. Turn up the music and let the celebration of adulthood begin! One dollar zone has plastic shot glasses, birthday sashes, glasses and hats, and so much more. Use a tablecloth as a backdrop and create your very own photo booth at the party. With tons of props available and endless arts and craft supplies to do it yourself, a photo booth is a fun and cool way to make memories last a lifetime.

We have everything you need to make your party great at a price that can’t be beaten:

Paper or plastic plates and cups, utensils, and tablecloths
Decorations, balloons, goodie bags and party favors
Snacks, drinks, candy and baking supplies
Birthday cards, bows and gift wrap

We all deserve to be celebrated at least one special day a year. Whether you’re planning a party for someone you love or throwing your own perfect birthday bash, one dollar zone is your best source for fun and very affordable party supplies. Think you’re feeling inspired by this list? Wait until you see all the great products we have to offer at a location near you!