Winnetka Kids Birthday Party Ideas
Beautiful, interactive, and educational parties for Winnetka kids & teens
Winnetka families value experiences that feel thoughtful, elevated, and beautifully curated — and that’s exactly what we deliver. Our mission is to create interactive, educational, joy‑filled parties that empower kids with real beauty and skincare knowledge while giving them a hands‑on experience they’ll remember forever.
Whether you’re hosting in a lakefront home, a private backyard, a Glencoe estate, or a Kenilworth gathering space, we bring everything needed for a seamless, elegant, mess‑free celebration.
Loved by Chicago kids, trusted by Chicago parents
“We hosted our daughter’s birthday in our West Loop loft and the setup was absolutely stunning. The kids were engaged the entire time and the experience felt so elevated — truly a Chicago‑level party.”
— Danielle R., West Loop
“The perfume bar was a huge hit in our Lincoln Park home. The girls loved blending their scents and the photos turned out gorgeous. This is now our go‑to Chicago party idea.”
— Melissa K., Lincoln Park
“We booked the skincare bar for our South Loop condo party room and it was perfect. Beautiful setup, educational, and the kids were so proud of what they made.”
— Priya S., South Loop
Mini Perfume Bar (Winnetka)
Winnetka kids explore safe, age‑appropriate fragrance notes and build their own custom scent in a keepsake bottle. This is one of our most popular kids party entertainment near me options for families looking for something elegant, creative, and interactive.
Bath Bar (Winnetka)
Kids build their own bath salt blend with colorful salts, botanicals, and gentle fragrances. A calming, sensory experience perfect for Winnetka homes, private indoor spaces, and winter birthdays across the North Shore.
DIY Skincare Bar (Winnetka)
Winnetka tweens love this hands‑on skincare experience. Kids scent and customize a gentle scrub, moisturizer, and body butter while learning about clean beauty. It’s a perfect fit for North Shore homes, private indoor spaces, and winter birthdays across Winnetka, Glencoe, and Kenilworth.
Create & Shade Your Own Lip Balm and Gloss (Winnetka)
Kids and teens mix, color, and customize their own lip balms using fun mica pigments and gentle moisturizing ingredients. This beauty‑forward activity is especially popular in Winnetka, Glencoe, and Lake Forest, where families love elevated, creative birthday experiences that feel polished and meaningful.
DIY Makeup Bar (Winnetka)
Tweens and teens create their own clean, age‑appropriate makeup using gentle pigments, organic bases, and U.S.‑sourced ingredients. This Winnetka‑friendly station is perfect for beauty‑loving kids in Glencoe, Kenilworth, and Lake Forest who want a hands‑on, confidence‑boosting experience.
From shimmer balms to cheek tints, kids learn how makeup works in a fun, empowering, and safe way.
Digital Photo Booth (Winnetka)
Add a digital photo booth for fun, shareable memories. Perfect for Winnetka homes, private indoor spaces, and North Shore celebrations. Kids can pose with their creations, friends, and décor — creating instantly shareable photos that elevate any event.
Created by a mom who loves scent and meaningful parties
Glitters and Grace was created by Cheryl Gleason, a mom who loves scent, beauty, and thoughtful experiences — and who wanted to bring elevated, interactive party ideas to families across Chicago and the North Shore. These parties were born from her passion for creativity, education, and joyful celebration.
What about activities for boys?
Boys love to build their own colognes — and they’re always welcome. We bring boy‑friendly scent options and black atomizers so they can create blends that feel cool, personal, and age‑appropriate.
As a mom of two boys, Cheryl continues to expand co‑ed and boy‑inclusive party options for families across Winnetka and the North Shore.
Winnetka Kids & Teens Party FAQ
We come to your Winnetka home or venue with product, décor, bags, and everything you need. We set up, host, guide kids through each step, and clean up afterward — making the entire experience effortless.
Winnetka parties start at $295.00 and vary based on activity and guest count. We keep costs reasonable and family‑friendly while maintaining a luxury experience.
We serve Winnetka, Glencoe, Kenilworth, Wilmette, Lake Forest, Highland Park — plus the full Chicagoland area including Chicago, the North Shore, South & Southwest Suburbs, Fox Valley, Northwest Indiana, Illinois River Valley, Milwaukee, and Indianapolis.
We’re extremely versatile — we can bring tables or use yours. North Shore homes, indoor spaces, and backyard setups all work beautifully. We can make any space work.
A mom, perfumer, event planner, and creator of meaningful, interactive parties for kids and teens.
Boys love to build their own colognes, and we bring boy‑friendly scents and black atomizers for them. We’re always expanding our co‑ed offerings.
All makeup ingredients are clean, organic, kid‑safe, and sourced exclusively from trusted U.S. suppliers. We use gentle pigments, plant‑based oils, natural waxes, and dermatologist‑approved bases designed for sensitive skin. Contact us for specific ingredient details.
Ready to book your Winnetka kids or teens party?
Use the form below to check availability, request a quote, or reserve your date. Share your Winnetka neighborhood, guest count, and which activities you’re interested in — and we’ll build a custom party experience that fits your space, age group, and vision.
