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I think most people are already familiar with Apartment Guide as a resource for finding apartment rentals across the United States.  Many of the properties they feature also have floor plans, comprehensive photographs and other information to help you find the perfect rental space.  In addition, Apartment Guide also has tips for entertaining and decorating.

And I was recently challenged by Apartment Guide to come up with fun, budget-friendly, entertaining ideas in smaller spaces.

I am actually planning a birthday party for my nephew so I decided to take on this challenge and see what I can come up with!  We initially planned a backyard BBQ but the weather has changed those plans.  Not to worry, we decided to just continue the celebration indoors!  This is my nephew’s 21st birthday so we are having a Mexican Fiesta (his favorite food) and I am hoping to pull together a fun, vibrant party to celebrate.

To make this challenge more exciting, Apartment Guide is offering a $100 gift card giveaway to one My Frugal Adventures reader!

You will get a $100 American Express gift card that can be used anywhere you like.  This giveaway will run through Wednesday at 4pm PST.

To enter is simple:

Please leave a separate comment for each entry!

REQUIRED:  Do you have any tips for hosting budget friendly parties?  If not, just let us know what type of party you’d like to have using this gift card.

BONUS ENTRY: You can either like Apartment Guide on Facebook or Follow them on Twitter (or do both if you like!)

BONUS ENTRY #2: And finally an extra bonus entry if you subscribe to MFA via email, follow on Twitter or like me on Facebook .  Be sure to leave a comment letting me know!

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Good luck!!!

Comments

  2. Dina says

    Utilize the free programs in your area. My son’s 6th birthday happened to be on the same day as a free Thaddeus Rex concert in our area. We invited everyone to the local pizza place, we provided the ice cream cake dessert. Then headed to the concert. The library even had crafts available to make before the concert started. (party favors!). We had a great party and the cost …under $10.

  4. Stephanie G says

    We try to schedule the food around deals at the stores and what we have in our pantry so we don’t end up spending a ton of money on the food.

  7. Jean says

    I guess my tip is the same as the type of party I would throw – something with easy, yummy, inexpensive appetizers from Trader Joe’s. 2 months ago I went to a soup and treats party – the host made 4 big pots of soup and everyone brought their own mug to serve themselves. So fun!

  8. kristin b says

    I would use it for a 3rd birthday party for my daughter.. probably backyardiganish

  9. Alyson says

    I like to make sure I can submit for rebates on the wine and liquor I buy for the party.

  14. Julie says

    I shop after a holiday when everything is 50-90% off then stash it away for children’s birthday parties. You would be amazed what you can find super cheap that can be used as a gift, decoration or in a goodie bag! I would love a $100 gift card to help celebrate my daughter’s 3rd birthday coming up in May.

  16. Abby Watson says

    When I throw a party I like to just search through my cupboards and make treats (savory and sweet) with the stuff I already have. We threw a New Year’s Eve party and I only had to buy Chips and Salsa but we had tons of food!

  17. Cassidy M. says

    My tip is to do your party at home and to also use finger foods. You don’t have to buy utensils and sometimes if it’s more snacking then a meal you can just get away with napkins, no plates

  21. Mami2jcn says

    Pot luck is definitely budget-friendly. Everyone brings a dish to share!

  25. Mami2jcn says

    I like Apartment Guide on Facebook with my username Mary Happymommy.

  27. jill b. says

    One of the reasons I love having a little stockpile is hosting parties – for the super bowl we had people over but most of the snacks I served involved items I already had in the pantry! Also, vases and other items around the house can be repurposed to fit with your theme by filling them with fun items, etc!

  32. Alison says

    For my son’s 3rd birthday I bought a ton of Cars party decorations off Craigs List. Her house was really big and mine isn’t so all of the decorations really stood out at my house. The kids loved it. I am currently scouring CL for Star Wars decorations for this year. (or my friend and I might split the cost and both use them – parties will be one week apart)

  33. Christina says

    I would host a baby shower for my sister. Make invities yourself can save you a TON of money.

  36. Carrie says

    My favorite budget friendly tip is to plan your party menu a few weeks in advance to stock up on items when the sales hit.

  38. kpashchuk says

    for my kid’s birthday parties – I plan ahead and grab deals on holiday clearance items (paper priducts, candy, items for party favors) and set them aside for later. I also google the theme and free printables to find cards and stickers and decorations that have been made available as PDFs, for my daughter’s recent owl-themed party, I found printable for making 3D owls to decorate with as well as coloring pages for an activity. I also used the tiny prints deal a few weeks ago to make custom owl labels with her name and age and used them on plain white paper products and on the party favors (covering Valentine’s motifs) to tie in with the decor.

  41. jamie says

    I would love to have a barbeque with friends as soon as the spring comes!

  43. Melissa says

    My big tip is to always ask people to bring side dishes, makes the variety fun and cheaper on you. I would love to win this ast daughters first birthday is in march and we get to host two larger gatherings (both ironically in small spaces!). Would LOVE the gift card for food and decorations!

  47. Michelle R says

    This would come in handy in April My sons 2nd bday. We plan on doing a Toy story theme.

  48. Lauren says

    My son’s 4th birthday is coming up, so I would love to give him a fun party using this gift card!