Glow parties are a hit with students and a win for PTAs. They’re fun, low-cost, and bring the whole school community together. So get ready, room parents and PTA presidents, this guide covers everything you need to know to plan a glow party, from supplies to safety to fundraising ideas. You’ll also see how tools like Cheddar Up can make the whole process easier, from setup to cleanup. A glow party is a themed event where blacklights, neon colors, and glowing decor create a bright, exciting atmosphere. Everything from clothes to decorations glows under UV lights, creating an immersive and high-energy experience. With the proper lighting, even a basic gym or cafeteria turns into a dance floor or game zone.
They’re ideal for schools because they’re easy to customize, safe indoors, and incredibly popular with kids. No need for fancy decorations, just turn off the lights and turn up the fun.

A pumpkin decorating contest is the fall event that checks every box: safe, inclusive, wildly creative, and easy to scale for elementary-age kids. With a no-carve format and a few smart planning moves, you’ll bring your community together for spooky treats, sparkles, and a whole lot of school spirit. In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to pull off a fall-tastic event. From the best pumpkin decorating party supplies and kid-friendly pumpkin decorating contest categories, to a fair judging rubric and safety guidelines, we’ll scoop out all of the details so you can host the ultimate event. We’ll even show you how to raise school funds for pumpkins and keep logistics delightfully simple with Cheddar Up.