How to Plan a Beautiful
Baby Shower in Johannesburg
Your complete guide — from choosing the theme and venue to catering, décor, and what everything actually costs in Joburg right now.
Planning Timeline
Your 12-Week Countdown
12 Weeks Before
- Decide who is hosting (mum, sister, best friend?)
- Set a total budget for all elements
- Start your guest list
- Choose a theme or colour palette
- Consider time of day (morning tea, afternoon, evening)
8 Weeks Before
- Book your venue (home, garden, function venue)
- Book JoyJams for décor & styling
- Send save-the-dates
- Book a photographer if desired
- Plan the catering style (grazing table, light lunch, afternoon tea)
4 Weeks Before
- Send formal invitations with RSVP date
- Book catering (add JoyJams grazing table or buffet)
- Order the cake
- Plan games and activities
- Arrange party favours for guests
2 Weeks Before
- Confirm final RSVP headcount
- Share final headcount with all vendors
- Prepare favours
- Plan the programme (arrival, games, food, opening gifts)
- Confirm JoyJams setup time
Day Before
- Confirm setup arrival time with JoyJams
- Prepare any DIY items
- Get a good night's sleep
Day Of
- JoyJams arrives and sets everything up
- Relax and celebrate the mama-to-be
- Take photos in front of the backdrop
- Enjoy every moment — it's a once-in-a-lifetime occasion
Theme Ideas
Popular Joburg Baby Shower Themes
Blush & Gold
The classic Joburg baby shower. Elegant, feminine, enduring. Works for any mum and any gender reveal.
Sage & Ivory
Modern, calm, and sophisticated. Perfect for the minimalist mum who wants understated elegance.
Boho Rainbow
Warm, inclusive, and joyful. Great for gender-neutral celebrations and mums with a playful spirit.
Garden Party
Fresh florals, greenery, outdoor feel even indoors. Beautiful in Joburg's summer months.
Guest Count Guide
How Many Guests?
Intimate (10–20 guests)
Grazing table + afternoon tea
Cosy, personal, easy to host at home
Medium (20–40 guests)
Grazing table + light buffet
The most popular Joburg shower size
Large (40+ guests)
Full adult buffet recommended
Consider a function venue for flow
Budget Guide
What a Joburg Baby Shower Costs
Based on 10 guests. Prices scale with guest count.
Ready to Book?
Let JoyJams handle the décor
We set up, style, and pack away — so you and your guests can focus on celebrating mama.
From R12,500 for 10 guests · All of Gauteng covered
joyjamsevents.com · @joy_jams_events · +27 65 863 4075
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