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KIDS PARTY IDEAS- DINOSAUR PARTY & MORE

Are you planning a kid’s birthday party, 1st birthday party, or a themed corporate event? Look no further, Gathering Events have had the privilege of helping plan and bringing to life incredible themed parties.

We have catered for a myriad of events over the years, an incredible dinosaur party, an amazing minion party as well as a hungry caterpillar party, we do believe we are rather experienced when it comes to themed kids’ birthday parties.  

We are specialists in food and drink catering when it comes to kids’ parties, whether they are 1st birthdays, indoor birthday parties, outdoor birthday parties, or girls’ or boy’s birthday parties.

We have seen everything from exciting Ninja-themed birthdays with physical games to beautiful rainbow-themed birthdays with inflatable jumping castles, face painting, fairy floss, and balloons. It's not our first rodeo and we are here to provide a guide for kids’ parties. It is also important to remember, parties are fun for the kids, but more so, you will have to make sure to make it fun for family and parents as well. 

Jurassic Park birthday party - Oscar & Kenshin 

Recently the Gathering Events team had the pleasure of being a part of a custom dinosaur Jurassic world-themed experience-themed combined kids’ birthday party. Join us as we embark on a voyage into Isla Nublar, where we created a custom-themed food and drink catering menu for children and adults.

It is no secret, children love themed birthday celebrations where they have the opportunity to dress up on the theme. Turning five and three years old, Oscar and Kenshin wished for a dinosaur-themed birthday. The dinosaur-themed party was hosted at a private property large enough to entertain the expected 60 children and parents. From real life sized, mechanical velociraptors and incredible balloon structures, to face painting, carnival kids’ ridereal-life-sized (including a giant slide of course), to delicious dino nuggets, nothing was missing that day.

Serving up dinosaur nuggets and fries, pre-packaged custom-branded fairy floss and popcorn as well as pouring coffee for adults and hot chocolates for the youngsters, everyone left the party well nourished.

The importance of fun for adults & kids alike 

Fun is the essential part of every party, no matter what kind of party, how many people are attending or who the party is for.  Kids’ parties are meant to enhance the experience of the kids in particular but often the adult attendants are overlooked.

How often have you and your coworker sadly discussed the fact you have three birthday parties this weekend, and you will have no time to yourself and your family? Hosting a birthday celebration, it is super important to cater not only for the kids but for the adults as well.

It is a party after all and everyone included should enjoy themself, right? Gathering Events has catered for hundreds of kids- and adult parties, we know and get to understand every client’s catering needs, and often provide customizable services and menus across the board.

Our fun pop-up bars or coffee carts are a beautiful and popular option for any party.

No matter if you want coffee or cocktails for the adults or loaded hot chocolates, and sodas for the young ninjas, we have endless beverage catering solutions that will keep guests of all ages hydrated, refreshed, and entertained.

Catering plays a huge role in making sure everyone is entertained and looked after.

With plenty of finger food like tapas, main courses like burgers and fries, or fun foods like popcorn and fairy floss on our menus you will have endless options to customize your guest's culinary experience.

Our menus are custom designed by our in-house chefs to be enjoyed by all, children, adult dietaries, vegetarians, vegans, and the rest.

GET AN OYSTER BAR, THEN THE ADULTS WILL LOVE YOU!

Have one of our stunning Oyster Carts at your party, or ask about our charming roaming Oyster shuckers. Bring that touch of seafood decadence and salty delight to your childs birthday party. I think it is safe to say the children won’t crowd this cart, so reward your guests with this stunning treat!

Our fresh Oysters are sourced locally, are accompanied by delicious sauces of your choice, and of course - shucked and ready to devour!

Enjoy Sydney Rock, Wapengo Rock, Tasmanian St Helens and more - which ever part of Australia you host your party - we source only the best and highest quality Oyster.

Why not pair your Oyster cart with one of our champagne carts? Champagne and Oysters are a delicious combination, it adds that extra touch of elegance and detail to your child’s birthday party.

7 Kids Party Food and Catering Ideas - the FUN way

When it comes to hosting an epic party, catering is one of the most important aspects. Guests will always remember three core things, food, drinks, and music. Your friends and family will remember the yummy rainbow tacos, that juicy hamburger, or the stunning grazing table from your event.

If it isn’t these three things, it may even be the awesome balloon artist! We take pride in our outstanding and sustainable food catering options. From Mexican to Japanese, Australian Fusion, or Indian, we design dishes that are delicious, locally sourced, and prepared in an authentic fashion, with a gourmet twist. Styling options for our carts include custom branding beautiful ceramics, flowers, and balloons (but obviously we are totally open to your child's ideas as well). 

Looking for some finger food ideas with flavor? We can give you a hand with that. Our snacks are a great way to grab a quick bite. Entertain your guests with our selection of fries, nacho cups and egg rolls, gourmet bagels, and more!  

Our food catering menu features Cheeseburgers, pulled pork burgers, gourmet hot dogs, and fish and chips. Our catering menu boasts vegan and vegetarian options as well with fresh halloumi burgers, sandwiches & salads. These items will be sure to keep your guest’s mouths watering. Whether served on ceramic or biodegradable plates, our food will blow your guest's minds! 

  1. Fairy Floss Cart 

Our fairy floss machine for hire is a unique and fun idea that will bring your kid’s party to life. Kids just love fairy floss and most adults do too. With our all-inclusive fairy floss hire Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane our attendants will have cotton candy spinning all day long, making them a form of entertainment for your guests to enjoy. 

Pick from any of our delicious and colorful flavors or better yet, let us create a custom color and design to suit your child and birthday events. (Pre-packaged options available) 

We are able to plan and advise, during the leadup right up until the on-the-day catering coordination - all done in-house at Gathering Events, custom food and drink catering options are our passion. If you have any ideas for your next event, want to discuss catering options, or need a hand choosing the color of the balloons that have to go with the inflatable dinosaur, contact us here, we are there to assist.

2. Gelato Cart 

Our mobile ice cream carts are the perfect pop-up catering solution for your next kid’s party. Our pop-up gelato carts serve up a premium scoop that will leave your guests screaming for more (We are not talking about the toddlers at this point).  

With our custom-designed ice cream cart service, we will have everything covered from the ice cream, to the cones and toppings. Some of our delicious flavor options include vanilla, Belgian chocolate, strawberry, coffee, and a range of sorbets.   Our gelato menu covers dairy-free, gluten-free custom-designed and vegan gelato, along with flavorsome sorbet options as well. 

3. Popcorn Cart 

Pick from our selection of sweet or salty popcorn to satisfy all your guest’s taste buds. Whether caramel popcorn, cinnamon popcorn, butter salt, cheese, or salt & vinegar, our popcorn will make the party pop! (Prepackaged options available) Pre-packaged options for our popcorn and fairy floss hire in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are a great idea to keep your kid’s party a clean and stress-free place.

Easy for kids to grab and go run with their friends, with no fighting about food or waiting passionately in line. Interested in pre-packaged food carts? Let's have chat. 

4. Fun Finger Foods 

Impress your guests with the variety of flavors we offer from our finger food carts, we are sure the party will love it! We can offer packed items or cover you with our range of gourmet bagels, hamburgers, and salad options. Our tapas carts can either operate independently, or cover the whole wedding, meaning you can either have one, or many carts offering a variety of finger foods across the party. Interactive and fun, the best way to enjoy your food 

5. Dessert Cart 

To be paired with our coffee cart of course, our dessert carts are here to bring you the treats. Our delicious menu includes Custom Branded Cookies, Cupcakes, Macaroons, Brownies, Canales, Tartelettes, and much more. Layed out on cake stands or prepackaged, these sweet treats will dazzle your guests! 

Looking to personalize your desserts? More information about custom-branded food items is here. 

6. Coffee Cart 

Having a mobile coffee cart at your next food event will change the game. Our professional baristas ensure every cup is poured to perfection, every time and on time! Boosting the energy at your party, our coffee carts are perfect for daytime gatherings, indoor or outdoor. We know coffee carts work for parties. Need more convincing?  Why don’t you have a read through SEBASTIAN'S 1ST BIRTHDAY PARTY before you book yours? 

7. Bar Cart 

Our bar carts and pop-up bars are essential to every good party. Operating as a BYO drinks bar (meaning you provide the alcoholic drinks – and we take care of the rest), we will manage your party bar service, leaving you to enjoy the celebration and connect with your guests. 

Keep your kids hydrated with our variety of drink options! Our drinks cart offers kombucha, freshly squeezed cold pressed juices, sodas, mocktails and fresh coconuts. 

Planning a Kid’s party can seem overwhelming at first, but once broken down into smaller tasks it can be dealt with much easier. Ninjas, Rainbows o dinosaurs, we get excited about whichever theme your child enjoys most.

Shoot us an email with any questions or ideas to hello@gatheringevents.com.au or get a quote on any of our delicious catering options. We are here to take away the organizational stress and to make your next Australian Kid’s birthday Party stand out! 

Helping out Parents with their Brisbane Kids Party, Sydney Kids Party, or Melbourne Kids party, Gathering Events not only got you covered in all three states but also on all levels.

Need Ideas for an Active Kids Birthday Party filled with games, a Farm Birthday Party, or a Home or Indoor Birthday Party? We will guide you covering everything from Ideas for Kids’ Activities to catering options. 

EVENT SUPPLIERS

Catering Carts, Fairy Floss, Popcorn, Coffee Cart, Juice: Gathering Events

Concept & Styling: Prim And Prime Events

Props: Honey TUB Event Hire

Greenery: @floralessenceflowerwall 

Cake: Luisa’s Sweet Creations

Photography: Smile Darling Photography

Contact our team today discuss catering for your next private event or kids party in Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney.