Birthday Party Checklist Template: Decorations, Entertainment & Guest RSVP Management

Stress-free birthday celebrations start here! Our Birthday Party Checklist Template takes the guesswork out of planning the perfect party, from decorations and entertainment to managing RSVPs and guest details. Download now and enjoy the party!

This Template was installed 3 times.

Pre-Party Planning

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Tasks to complete well in advance of the party.

Set Party Date

Estimate Budget

Choose Party Theme

Potential Venue Locations

Initial Party Concept Notes

Guest List & Invitations

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Managing RSVPs and communicating details to guests.

Child's Full Name

Estimated Guest Count

RSVP Deadline

Invitation Design Style

Dietary Restrictions/Allergies (if applicable)

RSVP Contact Name

RSVP Contact Phone Number

Decorations & Ambiance

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Planning and executing the visual aspects of the party.

Number of Balloons Needed

Theme Color Palette

Inspiration Board (Images)

Tablecloth Style

Number of Streamers Needed

Specific Decoration Notes

Entertainment & Activities

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Organizing entertainment and activities for guests.

Entertainment Type

Estimated Entertainment Duration (Hours)

Games & Activities

Entertainment Contract (if applicable)

Entertainment Start Time

Special Entertainment Requests (e.g., song list)

Food & Beverages

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Planning and coordinating the food and drinks for the party.

Total Number of Guests (for food calculation)

Dietary Restrictions/Allergies to Consider

Specific Dietary Restrictions/Allergies Details (if 'Other' selected above)

Food Service Style

Quantity of Main Course Items (e.g., pizza, entrees)

Quantity of Drinks (non-alcoholic)

Menu (if available)

Party Day Setup

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Tasks to complete on the day of the party before guests arrive.

Final Decoration Setup Time

Delivery Confirmation for Cake/Food

Ice Quantity (bags)

Balloon Inflation Date (if pre-inflating)

Music System Check

Lighting Check

During the Party

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Items to manage while guests are enjoying the party.

Cake Cutting Time

Number of Photos Taken

Music Volume Level

Games Played

Notes on Guest Interactions

Post-Party Cleanup

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Tasks to complete after guests have left.

Estimated Cleanup Time (Minutes)

Areas Requiring Extra Attention

Confirmation of Cleanup Completion

Cleanup Completion Date

Notes on any Damage/Issues

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