The 2026 Cost of a Kids' Birthday Party

$314

average U.S. kids' birthday party (2026)

Real parties range $165–$1,835 by guest count

Average by celebrant age

1st-2nd Birthday

$279

3-5 Years

$300

6-10 Years

$344

11-13 (Tweens)

$400

14-17 (Teens)

$550

Where the money goes

🍕 Food & Drinks$105–$240

🎁 Party Favors$45–$130

🎂 Birthday Cake$40–$120

🎯 Games & Activities$45–$115

15+ national surveys · Party Genius AI · 2026