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Key takeaway: County Down has no shortage of fun, safe, and affordable kids’ party ideas from inflatables to themed entertainers. Below are three tried-and-tested options available through PartySuppliersDirect.com, Northern Ireland’s directory for local party suppliers.    Inflatable Adventures: Bouncy Castles & Obstacle Courses Perfect for: Ages 5–12 Setup type: Garden, school hall, or sports pitch …

General FAQs (For All Users)  What is PartySuppliersDirect.com? PartySuppliersDirect.com is Northern Ireland’s online directory for party suppliers, entertainers, venues, and event pros. It helps people find and contact local businesses for birthdays, weddings, and events.  Is PartySuppliersDirect.com only for Northern Ireland? Yes. PSD focuses 100% on Northern Ireland, listing suppliers from Belfast to Enniskillen.  How…

1. Pick a Venue That Feels “Normal” — Until It Isn’t The hardest part of a surprise party is getting the guest of honour there. Choose a spot that wouldn’t raise suspicion like a “casual dinner” at Seaton’s of Sailortown Belfast or a “small family meal” at a local hotel or community hall. Once they…

If you’ve just typed “I’m planning a party for…” into Google, congrats — you’re already in the stress zone.Whether it’s your child’s 8th birthday, your boyfriend’s big 3-0, or your best friend’s hen weekend, planning a party can flip from fun idea to full-time job fast. The good news? You’re not alone and if you’re…

Let’s get real: nobody remembers the balloons.They remember the party food. The smell of fresh pizza at a 10th birthday.The chicken goujons at a communion.The chip van at Uncle Sean’s 50th. That’s what guests talk about.That’s what makes a party. And right now, your takeaway, your burger van, chip shop, or catering setup could be…

 Planning your child’s Newtownabbey birthday can feel like a full-time job. But it doesn’t have to! We asked the questions parents ask most and gave you answers that actually help.    Q: Where can I host a birthday party in Newtownabbey that kids will actually love?  A: You’ve got options, depending on what your kid…

Starting out in the party entertainment business: balloons, bouncy castles, face painting, discos, you name it! feels like riding a sugar rush. But after the first few gigs, reality hits: you need to run a business, not just deliver fun. Here’s six blunt lessons every new business in the party scene needs to learn early,…

Q1: Why should I focus on Northern Ireland for party entertainment?Northern Ireland has a vibrant party scene from birthday parties and school events to corporate family days and community fairs. Parents and organisers in cities like Belfast, Lisburn, Derry, and Newry are actively searching for local kids party entertainers and reliable service providers. By focusing…

Lisburn Birthdays: The Busy-Parent Q&A (6 Zero-Stress Ideas That Actually Work) You’ve got a birthday coming up, a calendar already full, and a child who wants it to be “the best ever.” Breathe. Here are six plug-and-play ideas for lisburn birthdays that keep the magic and ditch the chaos. Q: We want easy, indoor, and…