Need to plan a kid's birthday party but running short on ideas? Don't despair - Gauteng offers a myriad options and facilities, with many party venues offering flexible options to ensure the party suits your budget.
From farmyards and castles to pirates' coves and mini steam trains - somewhere out there is a venue to ensure your child has a magical birthday.
Hosting a birthday at a party venue doesn't need to cost a fortune.
Many party venues offer the freedom to do your own catering, while kitchen facilities are often available.
Some also offer lapa facilities for adults to have a braai, or alternatively cake and tea, while the young ones have fun in the garden or play area.
Many venues charge a fixed price for venue hire and the first 20 kids, with an additional charge for every child thereafter.
Shop around - you'll be surprised at the number of affordable, fun options available.
It can be helpful to read other moms' reviews on specific venues to narrow down the choices.
If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, there are numerous party venues available within less than an hour's drive of Johannesburg or Pretoria.
With loads of space for games like cricket, soccer, catches, etc.
, you won't have to worry about keeping the kids entertained.
Many venues also offer additional facilities like trampolines, jumping castles, swings and sandpits, tree houses, bike tracks and jungle gyms, ensuring an unforgettable party.
Theme parties are also very popular, with castles, fairies, pirates and cartoon heroes only some of the options available.
Another guaranteed success is to hire a magician or jumping castle, while take the kids along for a fun-filled day riding the mini steam trains at The Rand Society of Model Engineers' regular open days.