Remember, it's your child's party on the line, so you definitely want to have someone who can give you your money's worth. If you're lucky (and really trying not to spend so much), you can ask a friend to dress up as a clown for the event. You'd be surprised that some of your close friends will be willing to act goofy to help you out. Thus, you don't have to worry too much about what types of food you're serving and, instead, focus most of your attention and energies to making sure that you have exciting games and prizes lined up for the young guests. The most common children's party games include Pin the Tail on the Donkey, Hit the Pinata, and relay races. Girls can have fairy-themed or Bratz-themed parties, while boys may find some comfort with sports-themed or car-themed parties. Have your child and the guests dress up as their favorite object or character. This needs some amount of preparation but it well worth the effort, especially after you've seen how cute everyone looks on the pictures. If the planner does not seem to like children, then it's not likely that he or she will be able to come up with a fun and memorable children's birthday party. Referrals from friends and relatives are also valuable. At least you are assured that somebody you know has good things to say about your prospect. Some parents, to escape the hassle of having to come up with entertainment ideas for their children's birthday parties, hire professional event planners, instead. However, this still does not guarantee fun. While party planners are already seasoned and experienced with what they do, none of their efforts would work if they don't first understand what your child and the children who will be attending are interested in. This game requires space and adult assistance, because it involves the use of a stick. Also, not all pinata goodies need to be edible. You can put in little toys and stickers, and other party favors, as well. Bring Me This game is not just for the kids but also for the adults present at the party. The host gathers the children to one area and tells them to bring him or her random things.