Planning a birthday party can often be a stressful experience, but it doesn’t have to be that way! Why not throw a party that is both low-stress for you hosting and lots of fun for everyone this summer? Keep reading as we guide you through some best practices to ensure a memorable and enjoyable celebration.

1. Have a plan!

The key to hosting a successful party is to start with a clear plan. Determine the date, time, and location of the party well in advance. Hosting the party at a roller skating rink, like Rainbow Rink, is an excellent choice as it provides a fun environment, without the need for extensive setup and clean-up at home.

2. Book at Rainbow Rink!

Choose a reputable roller skating rink, such as Rainbow Rink, to host your party. Our party packages include skate rentals, reserved seating areas, and even party hosts to help manage the event. By booking at Rainbow Rink, you can ensure a well-organized and stress-free experience!

3. Invite all your kid’s friends!

Once you have the party details finalized, it’s time to send out invitations. You can opt for digital invitations to save time and get the invitations out more efficiently. Online platforms like Evite or Paperless Post offer a variety of customizable birthday templates. Be sure to include important details such as the date, time, location, and any special instructions like bringing socks for skating. Also, you’ll want to encourage RSVPs to help with your planning in the meantime!

4. Plan the party activities!

Roller skating itself is a fun activity that provides entertainment for the entire duration of the party. However, you can add extra elements to make it even more enjoyable. Consider organizing a “best costume on skates” contest or include our other attractions at Rainbow Rink. These kinds of activities will keep the kids engaged and create memorable moments.

5. Capture all the memories made throughout the party!

Designate someone to take photos and capture the best moments of the party. These photos can be shared with the guests later or included in thank-you notes. Consider setting up a photo area with props for some extra fun and memorable snapshots.

6. It’s finally time to enjoy the party and just have fun!

The most crucial aspect of throwing a low-stress and high-fun party is for the host to relax and enjoy the celebration alongside the guests. Remember that the party’s purpose is to celebrate and have a great time. Allow yourself to let loose and participate in the activities, creating lasting memories for both you and the birthday child!

Throwing a birthday party doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. By following these best practices and opting for a roller skating party at a trusted venue like Rainbow Rink, you can ensure a low-stress, high-fun celebration for everyone involved. We hope to see you out on the rink celebrating with us soon!

Skating and music go hand in hand. It creates the perfect rhythm for gliding on wheels. Whether you’re rocking your quad skates or gliding on rollerblades, we’ve curated a playlist that will take your skating experience to the next level. Get ready to groove, roll, and feel the summer vibes with our top skating songs. Plus, we’d love for you to share your own playlists on our Facebook page for others to enjoy!

1. “Uptown Funk” – Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars

2. “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” – Justin Timberlake

3. “Footloose” – Kenny Loggins

4. “Don’t Stop Me Now” – Queen

5. “Dancing Queen” – ABBA

6. “September” – Earth, Wind & Fire

7. “Rollercoaster” – Bleachers

8. “Dance Monkey” – Tones and I

9. “Shut Up and Dance” – Walk the Moon

10. “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” – Whitney Houston

11. “Get Lucky” – Daft Punk ft. Pharrell Williams

12. “Walking on Sunshine” – Katrina and the Waves

13. “Happy” – Pharrell Williams

14. “Dancing in the Moonlight” – Toploader

15. “Blinding Lights” – The Weeknd

16. “All Star” – Smash Mouth

17. “We Will Rock You” – Queen

18. “Party Rock Anthem” – LMFAO ft. Lauren Bennett, GoonRock

19. “Good Vibrations” – The Beach Boys

20. “Hey Ya!” – OutKast

If you don’t have time to create your own playlist, don’t sweat it! You can find this epic skating playlist on Spotify. Search on Spotify for “Summer Skate Vibes” and get ready to rock those wheels!

We’d love to hear all of your favorite skating tunes. Share your favorite skating playlists with us for the summer on our social media pages! We’d love to create a skating soundtrack from all of our favorite skaters at Rainbow Rink that everyone can enjoy.

Now it’s time to lace up your skates, hit play on your skating playlist, and let the music guide your moves. Happy skating!

If you have a roller skater in your life, you may be wondering what gift to get them for the holidays. I mean, what else is there besides…new skates? Well, we’re here to help. Here are a few thoughtful gifts that will have your skater friend feeling the joy of the holiday season (and won’t break the bank).

A Colorful Skate Leash

These cute rainbow skate leashes on etsy are the perfect inexpensive gift for any skater and make their skates easy to carry around! Pro tip: if you don’t find anything you like when you search for skate leashes, you can also search for yoga mat slings – they’re the same thing!

Funky Socks

Every good roller skater knows the socks are just as important as the skates, so why stick to basic ones? Help your skater express themselves with some fun socks like these on Look Human.

Roller Skate Charms

If your roller skater is someone who wears a lot of jewelry, this is the perfect gift for them, and truly the newest, trendiest thing for skaters: roller skate charms! It’s like a bracelet for your skates! Check some out here.

Toe Caps

The perfect way for a skater to step up their skate game is to add some eye-catching toe caps to their skates, like these glow-in-the-dark cow print ones from Roll Away Skate Shop.

Fresh Wheels

You don’t need to have special wheels to look cool skating, but it can’t hurt! These green cheetah print wheels are a wildly cool gift for the skating expert in your life. Plus, Moxi has plenty of other unique accessories for skaters!

No matter what you’re getting the skater in your life this year, don’t forget the BEST gift around: quality time spent together at Rainbow Rink!