How Much Does a Kids Party Cost in Chicago?
A 2026 guide for Chicagoland, Milwaukee and Indianapolis parents — what parties really cost, what drives the price, and how to plan one that feels like pure luxury.
If you are planning a birthday and wondering about kids party cost in Chicago, you are not alone. It is the first question almost every parent asks us.
The honest answer depends on three things: how many children you invite, what the children actually do, and who is doing the work.
In this guide, we break down what kids parties typically cost across Chicagoland, Milwaukee and Indianapolis. We also share our own published pricing, explain what drives the cost of a luxury party, and give you our best advice for keeping your budget in check.
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Inquire NowWhat does a kids party cost in Chicagoland, Milwaukee and Indianapolis?
Across the three metros we serve, a kids birthday party usually falls into one of three tiers.
DIY at home
A few hundred dollars for food, cake, decorations and favor bags — plus a lot of your own time.
Venue packages
Party rooms at play spaces, art studios and activity centers often run a few hundred dollars and up for 10 to 15 kids, with a per-child charge for each extra guest.
Luxury mobile experiences
A fully styled, fully hosted party brought to your home or venue, where the activity and the favor are the same thing. Starting at $475.
Chicago venues generally run a little higher than Milwaukee and Indianapolis, because space costs more. Our pricing is the same in all three markets, and we never charge travel fees inside our service areas.
Made by hand in New Lenox
Ingredients made by hand in our New Lenox lab
Glitters & Grace is a premium, luxury event service. Two things drive our pricing more than anything else: the quality of what goes on the table, and the time our hosts put into every party.
We were founded by Cheryl Gleason, a trained perfumer and cosmetic and skincare formulator. Cheryl creates our fragrances, skincare and cosmetics by hand in our New Lenox, Illinois lab. Meet the founder.
We use all-natural ingredients, with cosmetic and skincare bases ordered from organic and natural skincare manufacturers right here in the United States. Our body butters, facial moisturizers, scrubs and lotions are all hand-crafted, fresh for your event.
Our fragrance materials are also IFRA compliant. IFRA, the International Fragrance Association, sets the global safety standards for how fragrance materials can be used on skin — so every material we hand a child has been chosen with skin safety in mind.
Quality, safe ingredients cost more than party-store kits. That is one of the main reasons a luxury party is priced the way it is, and we think it is worth every penny when the guests are children.
Hosted start to finish
Your hosts’ time is more than party time
When you book a party, you are paying for far more than the 1.5 to 2 hours your guests see.
Our hosts are background-checked, all-female hosts who have been trained to work with children, and they truly love what they do. They guide younger kids hands-on and give tweens and teens the independence they want.
Licensed estheticians and cosmetologists: the safety question to ask
We work with real, licensed estheticians and cosmetologists who serve both kids and adults. An esthetician is a licensed skincare professional; a cosmetologist is licensed in hair, skin and nail services.
This matters more than most parents realize. In Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin, it is unsafe and illegal for party services to perform facials, manicures or makeup application without current state licensure. In Illinois, licenses are issued and verified through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
Licensed professionals only
What every Glitters & Grace party includes
Our parties last a minimum of 1.5 to 2 hours, and every one of them includes:
- Decor, lace and linens
- Personalized signage
- Silk or artificial florals
- Luxury bottles and containers
- Premium products safe for kids
- Take-home packaging — the favor is built in
- All materials
- Hosting, setup and full cleanup
The number on your proposal is the number you pay.
Book Your PartyKids party pricing: individual stations
Prices below are our base rates for an average party of 6 to 8 guests. Stations priced under $475 are usually paired with a second station or an add-on.
Every party has a $475 event minimum
Mini Perfume Bar
Kids blend and bottle their own perfume from 60 kid-friendly fragrance options.
DIY Skincare Bar
A facial moisturizer, body butter, sugar scrub and lotion, all made fresh from natural bases.
Luxury Bath Bar
A custom 8 oz natural bath salt soak, a scented lotion and a handmade bath bomb.
Lip Lab – Basic
A custom lip gloss mixed from 15 cosmetic-grade colors and fun flavors.
Lip Lab – Premium
An editorial-style lip lab with luxury pigments and an on-site beauty mixologist.
Mini Candy Bar
Ten sweet, sour, gummy and chocolate selections with an 8 oz bag per guest.
Kids & Teens Mocktail Bar
Alcohol-free signature drinks with a garnish bar of edible glitter and fruit.
Mini Facials for Kids
A gentle facial performed by a licensed esthetician or cosmetologist.
Kids party packages
Packages let kids move between stations and go home with a whole collection they made themselves. All packages are priced for 6 to 8 guests.
Perfume & Lip Gloss
The Mini Perfume Bar plus the Lip Lab Basic.
The Ultimate Creation Bar
Perfume, lip gloss, bath salts, moisturizer and candy.
The Beauty Trio
Perfume, lip gloss, facial moisturizer and lotion.
The Kids Spa Duo
Mini facials plus a full skincare bar with a licensed esthetician.
Sweet Lips
Custom perfume plus a styled candy table.
Glitter & Glow
Glitter body spray, custom lip gloss and a Glow-Up station.
See every station, package and add-on on our kids and teens parties page.
Reserve your party date
Tell us the date, your child’s age and roughly how many kids. We’ll send an itemized proposal within two business days.
Add-ons
We have tons of add-ons to make your party feel completely custom. Facials, makeup application, mini manicures and mini pedicures are performed by our licensed estheticians and cosmetologists.
| Add-on | Price |
|---|---|
| Mini facials (with Glitter & Glow)Licensed | $75 per guest |
| Makeup applicationLicensed | Quoted |
| Mini manicuresLicensed | $75 per guest |
| Mini pedicuresLicensed | Quoted |
| Digital photo booth with custom frame | $65 |
| Vintage candy cart | $199.99 |
| Custom scent cards | $50 |
| Pop-up bar with LED lighting | $49.99 |
| Ribbon service for perfume bottles | $25 |
| 6-foot table | $29.99 each |
| Custom labels, specialty bottles, signage and themed decor | Quoted |
Party size: why 6 to 8 guests is the sweet spot
The average party we host has 6 to 8 guests, and our base pricing is built around that size.
Base pricing applies, and every child gets real time at each station.
Each additional child adds a per-guest rate for materials and take-home products.
Larger groups need additional hosts so no one waits in line.
How to save money on a kids party
“My first words of advice? Reduce the headcount. A party with 15 kids is expensive!”Cheryl Gleason, Founder
Every extra guest adds product, packaging, food, favors and staffing — no matter who you hire. A smaller party also gives each child more time, more attention and a better experience.
- Choose a package. Packages combine our most-booked stations at a better value.
- Skip separate favor bags. What each child makes is the party favor.
- Book a weekday or Sunday. These dates are often easier to get on shorter notice.
- Keep it at home. We bring everything to your kitchen island, dining table or backyard — no venue to rent.
Smaller party, bigger magic
The luxury choice in Chicago, Milwaukee and Indianapolis
We believe Glitters & Grace is the best luxury kids party experience in Chicago, Milwaukee and Indianapolis, and our ingredients are the reason why. Few party services have a trained perfumer and skincare formulator making every product by hand, fresh for each event.
Chicago & Chicagoland
Our home base — the city, the suburbs and the collar counties
Milwaukee
Greater Milwaukee, Kenosha and Racine
Indianapolis
The Indy metro, Carmel and Fishers
Your child gets a party that feels like a true luxury spa day, and you get a party you don’t have to run.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kids spa party cost in Chicago?
Our kids parties start at $475. Individual stations run $375 to $675, and packages run $675 to $1,050 for 6 to 8 guests.
Is there a minimum?
Yes. Every party has a $475 event minimum, because reserving your date, preparing materials and scheduling hosts costs the same whether you have six guests or ten.
How long does a party last?
Our parties last a minimum of 1.5 to 2 hours. Larger packages and bigger groups can run up to 2.5 hours.
Are your products safe for kids?
Yes. Everything is made in our New Lenox lab from all-natural, skin-safe, IFRA-compliant materials. Ingredient lists are available in advance — see our allergens and safety page.
Do you serve Milwaukee and Indianapolis?
Yes. We serve Chicagoland, greater Milwaukee and the Indianapolis metro with no travel fees.
The good dates go first
Saturdays go earliest, especially in May, September and December. If you have a date in mind, reach out early.
Cheryl Gleason
Owner, Perfumer & Creative Director, Glitters & Grace
perfume@glittersandgrace.com · 815.418.6740
