Best Kids Party North Shore Families Will Remember
Looking for the best kids party North Shore parents will still talk about next year? We bring a luxury beauty experience right to your door. Kids blend their own perfume, mix lip gloss, and take their creations home.
We serve Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, and Lake Forest. Our team arrives early, then sets up an elegant space and runs every station. So you simply enjoy the party. Plus, parties start at $475.
- Serving the North Shore
- Ages 5 and up
- Starting at $475
- Founder-made, allergen-aware products
Why Families Choose the Best Kids Party on the North Shore
North Shore calendars fill quickly. Between lake-town sports, music lessons, and school events, a party with no craft cleanup is a gift. That is why our hosts handle everything, from linens to pack-out.
The setting matters here, too. Many homes have gracious living rooms and sunrooms. For a girls birthday party in Wilmette, for example, we turn the sunroom into a boutique with linens, mirrors, and florals.
Finally, the keepsakes are real. Our founder is a trained perfumer, so kids use true perfume ingredients, including absolutes (a highly concentrated aroma drawn from a flower). Parents often tell us the bottles end up on a dresser.
Spring and early June are busy with school wrap-ups. So ask for your date as soon as the school calendar posts. Also, our kids beauty party overview shows the full menu.
Stations That Make the Best Kids Party North Shore Hosts Can Offer
Pick two or three stations, or combine them all. Each one has a host, so every child feels successful. Plus, no one waits long.
Perfume Bar
Kids blend gentle, kid-friendly scents and then name their creation. Signage also suggests blends for anyone who would rather not decide from scratch.
Lip Lab
Guests mix a soft-matte lip cream or high-shine gloss from a 16-shade swatch board. Also, three tiers, Basic, Kids, and Premium, fit any group.
Mini Facials
Licensed estheticians offer gentle mini facials. It is a calm, spa-like pause, especially after a giggly hour of mixing.
Bath and Body Bar
Kids choose bath salts, scrubs, oils, and botanicals, then make a handmade bath bomb. Best of all, no water is needed.
Candy Bar
Our own candy carts and glass apothecary jars make the fastest station. It is also a sweet welcome while guests arrive.
Digital Photo Booth
Guests pose with mirrors and florals. Afterward, parents get a shareable keepsake of the day.
Reserve your North Shore date
Tell us the guest count and the stations you love. Then you will receive an itemized proposal within 2 business days. A 50% deposit holds your date.
Birthday Ideas Parents Love
Not sure where to begin? These three formats work well, especially for lakefront-town families.
Custom bottle labels are a paid add-on. Because they are printed in advance, order at booking and allow about 4 weeks.
Occasions We Celebrate Around the North Shore
Every town here has its own rhythm. Still, these are the moments families book us for.
Evanston Birthdays
Evanston birthday party ideas often start with a cozy home gathering. Then we add creative stations that keep kids busy.
Wilmette and Winnetka
A garden-style party works well after a morning at Gillson Park or the Winnetka Village Green. Afterward, kids head inside to create.
Glencoe Troop Meetings
A Girl Scout troop activity in Glencoe can turn a meeting into a lively afternoon. Meanwhile, hosts guide the group.
Highland Park Summer Parties
Ravinia season brings visiting cousins and long weekends. So kids party entertainment in Highland Park fits a shaded patio perfectly.
Lake Forest Celebrations
Elegant clubhouse and home parties suit Lake Forest. We bring the sparkle, then handle cleanup.
Friend Group Playdates
Small groups of five or six friends often enjoy a shorter, more intimate party.
Where We Host the Best Kids Party North Shore Parents Plan
We come to you. For the best kids party North Shore venues can hold, we need about 12 x 6 feet plus two 6-foot tables.
Your Home
Living rooms, sunrooms, and finished basements all work. Plus, we bring linens and clean up completely.
Clubhouses
Neighborhood clubhouses are great for larger groups. Because we add hosts, lines keep moving.
Condo Party Rooms
Many lakefront condo buildings have a party room. So we set up quietly and pack out neatly.
Churches and Halls
Community halls give you room for dancing, and a candy cart fits too.
Hotel Suites
A suite is perfect for a small birthday weekend. Also, we bring tables for $30 each if needed.
How Your North Shore Party Works
- Share your dateFirst, tell us the town, the guest count, and your child's favorite things.
- Receive a proposalNext, you get an itemized plan within 2 business days.
- Hold the dateThen a 50% deposit reserves your party. Weekends fill first.
- We set upOur team arrives 1 hour early, so everything is ready before guests.
- Kids createFinally, hosts guide each station, and then we pack out and clean up.
Book 3 to 6 months ahead, because weekends fill first. Also, full ingredient details are in our allergen and safety guide.
A Peek at Our Kids Party Style
Soft colors, gold details, and happy faces. Here is the look we bring, so you can picture it in your living room.
Let us host your North Shore celebration
We handle the details so you can enjoy the party. Reach out today, and then we will send your proposal.
Glitters & Grace was founded by Cheryl Gleason, a trained perfumer, a cosmetic and skincare formulator, and the creative force behind every bar we bring to your event.
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Strike a Pose: Add the Digital Photo Booth
Make the party even more fun and keep every memory. Add our digital photo booth rental, and guests can snap photos all party long, fresh gloss and sparkle included.
- Share as they snap. Kids with phones or tablets can download and post their photos the moment they take them.
- The full gallery, sent to you. After the party, parents receive a link to every photo from the booth.
- Memories in one place. No chasing down pictures from other parents. Every pose, group shot and silly face is saved together.
Best Kids Party North Shore FAQs
Which North Shore towns do you serve?
We come to Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Lake Forest, and nearby communities.
How much does a party cost?
Parties start at $475. However, the final price depends on guest count, stations, and party length.
What ages is this for?
Ages 5 and up. Younger guests also get gentle scents and extra help from our hosts.
Are the products safe for sensitive skin?
Everything is made by our founder, a cosmetic formulator. Also, we provide full ingredient and allergen disclosures.
How much space do you need?
About 12 x 6 feet and two 6-foot tables. However, we bring tables for $30 each if you need them.
How far ahead should I book?
Book 3 to 6 months ahead. Weekends fill first, especially in spring, so earlier is better.
Book Your North Shore Kids Party
Ready to plan the best kids party North Shore friends will love? Also see our teen party page, or call us today.
perfume@glittersandgrace.com · 815.418.6740
With Grace,
Cheryl Gleason · Owner, Perfumer & Creative Director