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The day a child makes their First Holy Communion is a very special day. Not only do family celebrate but it is an occasion that is normally shared with friends from school.

After the First Holy Communion ceremony has taken place some parents like to mark the event by hosting a party for family and friends.

Although the occasion is unique the hosting of a First Holy Communion party is no different to any other in that it requires a significant amount of planning and preparation.

1st Holy Communion Party Tips and Hints

 Party Size and Invitations
The type of party you hold and the entertainment you provide will very much depend on the composition of the party guest list. Some people like to make a big fuss on a child’s 1 st Holy Communion and use it as an excuse to host a party for friends and family while other parents decide to have a special day for close family only.

If you are hosting a larger party and catering for guests from 1 to 100 yrs then it is a good idea to spend a bit of time putting a party plan together.

After deciding on the guest list and party venue the next thing to do is send invitations. There is a huge selection of party invitations but most people seem to prefer an invitation based on the First Holy Communion theme.

Party Games and Entertainment
On arrival it is best to have an activity planned for the younger party guests. As you will be busy looking after the adults it could be a wise move to oraganise some help from a professional party entertainer. Face painters, and magicians are particularty popular with younger children.

If you can get some willing adult helpers then all the better. Face paints are readily available at prices to suit most budgets and with a bit of supervision this activity can be great fun. Face painting need not involve intricate designs and most face painting packs come with simple instructions.

Having a box of dressing up cloths on hand can add to the excitement of the face painting activity as children love transforming themselves into pirates, princesses , power rangers or other such party characters.

A well planed party activity for the younger guests as they arrive will pay huge dividends as it will keep them occupied as you look after the adult party guests.

After about an hour or so into the party it is usually a good idea to start some of the pre planned party games. Again having some willing adult help is essential and will make the birthday party a success for everyone. Designating a different adult to supervise each party game will ensure no one person misses the chance to catch up with family and friends.

Some of the games that are popular with children at parties include

Pass the Parcel: This game will cater for most children up to the age of five or six. Keep the number of layers down to 5 or 6 and put a small toy between each layer. Childrens party bag presents are perfect and are readily available.

Treasure Hunt: Split the party guests into small groups and give them some pre prepared clues. A pirate / princess themed treasure hunt is always popular and there is a great selection of quality “treasure” available, gold coins, gem rings, telescopes and eye patches make great party treasure.

Obstacle Course: Building an obstacle course to suit all party goers will require a bit of thought but will be well rewarded. Divide the party guests into teams, making sure to have an even split across young and old, boys and girls.

This game need not be confined to the children. Adults can also participate and it is sure to raise a laugh before the party food is served.

Party Refreshments
Throughout all the party activities having a ready supply of drinks for the younger party guests is very important. This can be arranged by buying a selection of small juice cartons.

However some children can find it difficult to unwrap the straw and put it into the carton. As an alternative try setting up a low table with small jugs of juice and paper party cups. Putting the table in a quiet corner or outside if the weather permits means the adults are not disturbed too frequently.

Party cups can be purchased in a wide range of themes including Power Rangers, Disney Princess or in the 1st Birthday theme. Party tablecovers are also a good idea as not only do they soak up any spills but also add to the party atmosphere.

Party Decorations
Setting up party decorations is relatively easy as there is a huge range of party balloons, banners and table confetti that is sure to enhance the birthday celebrations.

Grouping balloons into large bunches and tieing them together with coloured ribbon looks great. Party balloons are available in all shapes and colours. Giving each child a balloon on a balloon stick as they arrive will also give them something to play with as they arrive.

Party Food and Cake
For the children at the First Holy Communiony party handling all the food can be a big problem especially if you are serving food buffet style. To get over this problem using partyfood boxes is a great solution.

Party food boxes come in standard colours and sizes. You can prepare the food boxes the evening before the First Holy Communion party and just add sausages or other hot food on the day itself. By using party food boxes you do not have to worry about extra table spaces for the children but having a designated area where they can eat their food can be a sensible idea. If the weather is fine an outdoor area for the childrens party food is perfect.

Concluding Activities
After the party food has been served there is normally time for one last party game. Pinatas are perfect and can be played either indoors or outdoors. It is also a party game that adults will enjoy as well.

Pinatas are made of cardboard, decorated with crepe paper and come in a wide selection of designs. Dragon, Donkey and Pirate pinatas are just a few of the designs that are available.

The Pinatas are hollow in the middle and can be filled with sweets and party favours of your choice. The Pinatais hung / dangled from the ceiling and then the real partyfun begins.

In turn each partyguest is blindfolded and with the Pinata basher has to try and break open the Pinata. The cardboard is strong, so encourage all the party guests to give it a good “whack”.

Blindfolding the party guests and spinning them around a few times makes the game a little harder but adds to the sense of fun.

The game ends when the Pinata is broken and the contents spill to the floor for the guests to grab.

Party Bags and |Presents
When the partycomes to an end and the guests are leaving, having a party bag for the younger guests is a nice idea. Party bagscan be pruchased in our on-line shop as well as a fantastic range of party bag fillers such as jumping beans, pop up frogs and glow sticks. Other items that are popular with youngerparty guests include blowcopters, crayons, parachute men and spin tops.

As you can see hosting a First Holy Communion party can be great fun but best of all there is plenty of help available .

I hope you found the First Holy Communion party tips useful and will visit our on-line shop. In our shop you will find all you require for your childs party . BestBirthdays is based in Belfast and offers a fast and reliable service throughout Ireland using selected couriers. As an Irish company focused on supplying Irish customers I am confident that you will be very happy with my product range and level of service.

To help other parents in your area why not contact us with details of suitable party venues and entertainers in your area. I can then put there details on the Bestbirthdays site so other parents in your locality can save a bit of time.

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