Events · Facts & sources
4 sourced facts about parties and celebrations, each with the context behind the number. 4 more are in today's round and appear here after it closes.
Answerabout $314
Between venues, decorations and entertainment, a child's birthday party now averages over $300.
Source: The Bump / Everyday Health Group survey (2024) thebump.com
Answerabout $10 billion
Between party venues, entertainers and supplies, birthday celebrations add up to a multi-billion dollar industry.
Source: Jobera Birthday Party Industry Statistics (2020) jobera.com
Answer45%
Nearly half of parents would rather order catering than cook for a party themselves.
Source: Jobera Birthday Party Industry Statistics (2024) jobera.com
Answerabout 4% a year
Steady demand for professionally-run parties is expected to keep the industry growing modestly.
Source: Jobera Birthday Party Industry Statistics jobera.com