[header] How to plan a child's birthday party [title] Decide on your budget. [step] Whether the party includes entertainers, happens at a for-profit venue, or serves a meal will depend on how much you're able to spend on the event. Use an excel spreadsheet to start the process. 
First, put down how much you're willing to spend. Afterwards you can begin to break down all the different sections of spending, such as food and decorations.