Areas we serve
Kids' party planning in Berkeley
Party planning in Berkeley, from North Berkeley and Elmwood to the flats.
Where we plan in Berkeley
Including and around:
- North Berkeley
- Elmwood
- Claremont
- Westbrae
- Berkeley Hills
- South Berkeley
Planning a party in Berkeley
Berkeley families tend to want parties that are a little less about spectacle and a little more about the children actually doing something — making, building, cooking, growing. The vendor scene here supports that well, and we plan to it.
Whatever you hand over — the whole party or a single piece of it — the plan is built around the actual site and the actual guest list, not a template.
What we account for locally
- Activity-led parties Craft, science, art and cooking parties are popular here and there are strong local providers for all four.
- Food matters Berkeley guest lists routinely include a wide range of dietary requirements. We collect them with the RSVPs and brief the caterer properly rather than improvising on the day.
- Compact lots Many Berkeley homes have smaller yards than their Oakland counterparts. We plan flow carefully and are honest when a venue would work better.
Services
What we handle in Berkeley
Any of these on its own, or all of them as one plan.
Kids' Birthday Parties
End-to-end planning for birthday parties from first-birthday gatherings through tween celebrations.
See what we handleParty Decor & Styling
Balloon installations, tablescapes, backdrops and full room transformations, designed and installed.
See what we handleParty Entertainment
Performers, character visits, face painting, craft activities and hosts, matched to your age group.
See what we handleParty Catering & Cakes
Kid-friendly menus, dessert tables and custom cakes, planned around the dietary needs in the room.
See what we handleParty Venue Sourcing
Finding, comparing and booking the right room, park or play space for your guest count and budget.
See what we handleParty Photography
Photographers and videographers who know how to shoot fast-moving children in imperfect light.
See what we handleBounce Houses & Party Rentals
Inflatables, soft play, tables, chairs, tents and kid-height furniture, delivered and set up.
See what we handleQuestions
Planning in Berkeley
Do you plan parties throughout Berkeley?
Yes. We plan across Berkeley, including North Berkeley, Elmwood, Claremont, Westbrae and the surrounding neighbourhoods. If you are just outside, ask — we will tell you plainly whether we can do it well.
Can you plan a party at our home in Berkeley?
Yes. At-home parties are a large part of what we plan. We check access, space and power before anything is booked, arrange rentals and setup, and handle a full teardown afterwards.
How far in advance should we book?
Six to eight weeks gives us room to secure the venue and the vendors you actually want. Peak weekends — spring, early summer and December — go earlier. We do take shorter-notice parties when our calendar allows, so it is always worth asking.
What does it cost?
Party budgets vary enormously with guest count, venue and how much is catered, so we quote each party individually rather than publishing a package price that would be wrong for most families. Tell us your budget and we will tell you honestly what is achievable within it before you commit to anything.
Planning a party in Berkeley?
Send us the date and the age. We will come back with a plan and an honest view of the cost.