http://www.weddingpartyhelp.com/Articles en-us http://www.weddingpartyhelp.com/Articles N/A dan@weddingpartyhelp.com Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:51:01 -0600 20 http://www.weddingpartyhelp.com/Articles/articles/28/1/Party-Games.html We all remember trips to the local carnival as children. As we grew older, carnival games were played in school during Halloween or other fun times throughout the year. As adults, carnival games provide fond memories of childhood and a terrific entertainment value for adulthood. There's a part of us that will always be that wide-eyed cutie feeling like a million bucks when we win a prize.Carnival games are terrific for engagement parties, bridal showers and wedding receptions. Anything from ring toss to a prize wheel can provide a fun evening for guests. Common games would include number guessing, the clothespin game, dime pitch, pick up ducks, basketball, darts and many others. Popular prizes could be knick-knacks, dishes, household or beauty items. A wide selection of carnival games can be found at specialized suppliers on the internet. For simple games, such as a coin toss, contests involving clothespins or pick up ducks, browse the aisles at a local department or craft store. For larger units, such as a basketball display or prize wheel, an online or local party supply company should be able to provide a selection of products.When considering which games to purchase, also consider which prizes will be awarded. A wedding has many expenses and you will want to budget carefully with games and prize selection. Prizes should be useful, but also economical. This is true especially if you plan to award a lot of different prizes. Perhaps a cute little figurine or a set of coasters will be a fun reward for contest winners. Maybe a scented candle or vase will be a nice addition to your winner's home. There are a lot of ways to find prizes that are affordable, including a local dollar variety store or a wholesale supply company.If you're planning to order carnival games for an event of any kind, it's a good idea to place the order at least one month ahead of time. This may vary depending on the delivery policy of the company, so be sure to ask before finalizing any details. A month should give most suppliers enough time to get the product shipped and delivered and allow plenty of time to plan the details of the party.If you decide to have a theme for your event, try and select games and entertainment that will compliment that atmosphere. Transform the party into an escape to another world. Perhaps a Hawaiian theme with lighted palm trees, hula skirts and an ocean setting will set a happy tone for your celebration. If that's the case, select games that have to do with water and tropical prizes. If the party is geared toward sports, select basketball, horseshoes or other competitive games with accompanying sports prizes.For traditional weddings, a celebration may include a cake walk or ring toss. Both names will certainly work with a wedding theme. Think of what works for you and what guests will enjoy. If you are giving the party as a surprise, think of what the person who is receiving the surprise will be happy with. Carnival games are a lot of fun and, when selected for the appropriate event, they are a big success.  Article by Cynthia - Wedding Party Help This Wedding Article can be reprinted in whole. Copy and paste using the Authors name and link. Carnival Games & Rides dan@weddingpartyhelp.com (Cynthia M.) Mon, 06 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0600