Children's Party Planning in connecticut and beyond, by Events By Marylee
Birthdays, Minus the Burnout
Between the invitations, the goodie bags, the cake order, and the guest count that somehow keeps growing, kids' birthday parties take more planning than most parents have time for. Events By Marylee handles it — the vendors, the timeline, the setup, the cleanup — so the only thing on your plate is the cake. We plan parties across Connecticut and New York, from backyard celebrations to full theme builds.
We Plan for the Cake, the Confetti, and the Chaos
We Plan for the Cake,
the Confetti, and the Chaos
Planning your little one’s very first birthday? An unforgettable Sweet 16? Or maybe a themed bash for an age group somewhere in between? Whatever the occasion, we provide expert full-service planning and day-of coordination for children's parties of every size and theme. From an at-home backyard party for a dozen kids to a full venue rental for the whole class, we’ll build the plan around your kid's vision, your guest list, and your budget.
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“We had THE BEST time with our guests and enjoyed every minute while Marylee's incredible staff took care of us with ease.
Marylee and her staff have been by our side for many occasions over the years and we cannot say enough how professional and detail oriented her events have been.
Always a stress free and fun time!!! Highly recommended and appreciated!!!”
- Jacquie Hyland
“Marylee was very communicative and professional.
Her employees made our event run so smoothly. They made things appear much nicer, thought to grab food for the guest of honor when they were busy greeting everyone and they were very friendly. Having their services made the events much more enjoyable for me as the one hosting in our own home. The best part may be how helpful they were after the event storing food and cleaning up. I really cannot say enough good things!”
- Angie Hartofilis
“We hired Events by Marylee for a party we hosted in our home, and they were absolutely fantastic.
Three members of Marylee’s team were with us throughout the event, and each one was professional, kind, and incredibly attentive. They helped everything run smoothly from start to finish and truly elevated the entire experience. Our guests kept commenting on how seamless and well-coordinated the evening felt, and we owe so much of that to this wonderful team. Highly recommend Events by Marylee for any gathering—you’ll be in excellent hands!”
- Meredith Greenwald
Here’s Why Parents Love Planning With Us
Hosting at Home Doesn't Have to Mean Doing It Yourself
We know the scenario all too well: You want to have the party at your house, but don’t want the work that comes with it that falls on your shoulders. That’s where we come in. We handle the rentals, catering, setup, and, yes, the cleanup, so you can host in your own space without the work that comes with it.
Logistics are Where We Shine
Bounce houses, allergy-friendly cake orders, catering orders that didn’t get delivered on time, twelve kids who all need to use the bathroom at once. Whatever the day throws our way, we've seen it, planned around it, and know how to manage it.
Your Backyard Might Just Be the Perfect Venue
You don't need a rented hall to throw a great kids' party. Your backyard might just be the perfect place. We coordinate rentals, staffing, tents, permits, and setup so your own backyard can host the celebration, and you're not the one running back and forth to the garage for folding chairs.
A Celebration Fit for Any (and Every) Age
A first birthday for grandparents and a few close friends looks nothing like a 10-year-old's party with forty kids from school. We scale the plan to the party, not the other way around.
We’re Pros at Pulling Off Last Minute Celebrations
If the party date has to change at the last minute, or the idea for a just-because celebration comes together two weeks out, we can handle it. Our stellar vendor relationships mean a fast timeline or quick turnaround doesn't have to mean a scaled-back party.
Birthday Parties
Superheroes, princesses, and dinosaurs: handled. Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, quinceañeras, or Super Sweet Sixteens: no problem. Something entirely your kid's own invention: consider it done.
We’ll handle the full planning and coordination for milestone birthdays, from venue selection to entertainment booking to sweeping up the very last balloon at the end of the night. You should be enjoying this moment with your child, not executing it from behind the scenes.
Themed Parties
Got a theme in mind? We've probably already got the perfect decor, games, and food ideas to match it.
We bring themed parties to life with decorations, entertainment, and details that go way beyond delivery pizza and a few balloons in the right color. If your child has a very specific idea (or even no idea at all) of what this party needs to look like, we're the team that can make it happen even better than imagined.
Questions About Kids Parties? Here are Some Answers.
What ages do you plan parties for?
All of them! From first birthdays through the teen years, and beyond. The planning looks different at each age, and we adjust our approach accordingly.
Can you do a themed party, or do you mostly handle the basics?
Themes are one of our favorite parts. We've built full theme experiences around everything from superheroes to Harry Potter, and we can source decor, entertainment, and activities to match.
How far in advance should I book?
For larger parties or popular weekends, 6-8 weeks ahead gives us the most room to work with. For smaller gatherings, a few weeks is often enough. And if your timeline is tight, reach out anyway and we’ll see what we can do.
Can you plan a party at my house?
Absolutely! Oftentimes your backyard is the most perfect venue for your little one’s big celebration. We’ll coordinate rentals, catering, setup, and cleanup so you can host at home without doing all of it (or any of it) yourself.
Do I need full-service planning, or can I just get help with parts of it?
Either. Some parents want us to handle everything from the invitations to the cleanup. Others just need help booking entertainment, building in some fun details, or coordinating the day itself. Reach out and we’re happy to talk through what you need and how we can help.
Be at the Party,
Not Behind the Scenes
For birthdays, holidays, or "just because it's a Tuesday and someone turned six" days…if it's worth celebrating, we'll help you plan it, so you're free to actually be in the moment with your child instead of managing the details. Reach out and let’s talk about how we can bring to life the vision for your child's next party!
