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Party Like a Pro: Planning the Perfect Birthday Bash in The Lakefront™

Planning your child’s birthday party can feel like an overwhelmingly, stressful task, but with the right venue and activities, you can create an unforgettable day for your little one and their friends. The Lakefront™ is filled with fantastic venues and unique ideas that can make your child’s birthday celebration special. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor adventure or an indoor haven for all-weather fun, there are plenty of venues and activity ideas for an epic birthday party.

Little Elm Park and Beach: Perfect for Fun in the Sun

If you’re planning a summer birthday party and your child loves being outdoors and enjoys playing in the sand, Little Elm Park is the place to go! Nestled on the shores of Lewisville Lake, the park offers a beautiful lakeside beach, playgrounds, picnic areas, and lots of open space for games and activities. You can rent one of the park’s pavilions for a sheltered space to host the party and set up food and decorations.

Child wearing a colorful mermaid tail and shell crown, lying on sandy beach by the water.

Activity Ideas:

  • Beach Fun: Set up sandcastle-building competitions, beach volleyball, or water play with inflatable toys.
  • Water Sports: During the summer, rent kayaks and paddleboards from DFW Surf, located at 100 Bridgeview Drive, to incorporate more thrilling beach activities.
  • Picnic & Games: Pack a picnic lunch and organize classic outdoor games like sack races, tug-of-war, or relay races.
  • Nature Scavenger Hunt: Create a nature scavenger hunt with items you might find around the park, like pinecones, leaves, or specific birds.

The Cove at The Lakefront®: Catch the Waves Year-Round

For families looking for a beautiful and spacious venue with various amenities, The Cove at The Lakefront® is a one-of-a-kind destination indoor waterpark and event venue. The Cove™ offers customized catering menus, birthday packages, and full audio-visual capabilities, making it a perfect place for hosting a fantastic birthday bash. The Cove™ allows you to rent out a party room as well as the option to cater kid-approved favorites including pizza, Dippin Dots, and beverages of their choice.

Group of children and women in swimsuits and tropical costumes pose in front of a surf-themed backdrop with balloons, surfboards, and tiki decorations.

Activity Ideas:

  • Themed Decorations: The indoor party space offers plenty of room for balloon arches, large centerpieces, props, and table decorations for any themed party.
  • Waterpark Activities: Enjoy some of the most favored water attractions like high-speed water slides, the lazy river, interactive play areas, and catch the perfect wave all year-round with their state-of-the-art wave simulator, the FlowRider®

Stella’s Ice Cream: Ending the Party on a Sweet Note

When it comes to planning the perfect kid’s birthday party, food is always a key factor that can make or break the celebration. While cake is a classic, nothing quite hits the spot like Stella’s Ice Cream! Whether you’re hosting the party at a park, a community center, or your own backyard, Stella’s Ice Cream is an ideal treat that will leave everyone satisfied. Stella’s Ice Cream offers party packs, which feature crowd favorites like their freshly baked cookies, homemade brownies, and of course, ice cream!

Six ice cream sandwiches with various flavors between chocolate chip cookies are stacked on a branded surface.

No matter the theme of your child’s birthday party — whether it’s superheroes, princesses, or a beach bash — Stella’s Ice Cream can fit right in. Their colorful variety of flavors and toppings can be adapted to match any theme. Imagine creating an ice cream sundae station that matches the colors of your party or serving up a “superhero sundae” with colorful sprinkles and star-shaped candies.

If you’re celebrating during warmer months, a fun “beach party” theme with tropical fruit-flavored ice cream and coconut shavings will surely add that extra layer of fun to the event.

Planning a kid’s birthday party doesn’t have to be stressful. Whether you’re looking for a lakeside experience, a high-energy adventure, or sweet treats to celebrate the day, these spots at The Lakefront™ have something for every birthday celebration!