JoyJams Events Studio · Johannesburg

The Stress-Free
Kids Party Checklist

Your complete step-by-step guide from 8 weeks out to the big day — so nothing gets forgotten and you actually enjoy the party.

8 Weeks Before

Set your total budget (décor + catering + entertainment + extras)

Decide on a guest count

Choose a theme your child loves

Book your venue

Book JoyJams for décor & styling

Plan entertainment (jumping castle, face painter, magician)

4 Weeks Before

Send invitations (WhatsApp cards or printed)

Order the birthday cake

Book catering or plan the food

Confirm theme colours with JoyJams

Plan party favour bags

2 Weeks Before

Confirm RSVPs and final headcount

Share final headcount with all vendors

Buy or prepare party bag contents

Plan the day-of schedule (arrival, food time, cake cutting)

Confirm setup time with JoyJams

1 Week Before

Prepare and fill party bags

Confirm with all vendors

Plan your outfit (and the birthday child's!)

Charge cameras and prepare memory cards

Send a reminder message to guests

Day Before

Confirm JoyJams setup arrival time

Prepare everything you need to bring to the venue

Pack the cake, candles, and matches

Lay out outfits

Get a good night's sleep!

Day Of

Arrive at venue before the JoyJams setup crew

Let JoyJams handle all the setup — relax!

Take photos when setup is complete (it'll be stunning)

Welcome your guests

Enjoy every moment — you planned it perfectly

Popular Themes at JoyJams

All themes can be customised to your child's favourite colours and characters.

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Unicorn & Rainbow

Pastel balloon garlands, iridescent accents, magical florals

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Princess

Pinks, golds, crowns, tulle and fairy-tale backdrops

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Safari / Wild

Earthy tones, animal prints, jungle greenery

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Space Explorer

Deep blues, silver, stars, rocket ship balloons

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Mermaid

Teals, purples, shell accents, flowing balloon tails

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Rainbow

Bold multi-colour, clouds, joyful and bright

Every JoyJams Package Includes

✔ Personalised premium backdrop

✔ Balloon garland or floral styling

✔ Tables & chairs with runners

✔ Cutlery & wine/champagne glassware

✔ Fresh flowers & candle holders

✔ Full setup & pack-away

From R12,500

for 10 guests · all of Gauteng

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joyjamsevents.com · @joy_jams_events · +27 65 863 4075

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The Stress-FreeKids Party Checklist