Tis the season for birthday parties, because statistics show that most Jamaican births are between September and October (Holiday conception), but ’tis also the season of RAIN. So a great idea when planning a party for this time of year (besides a covered contingency) is to have an all-out wet party, let the kids invited carry swimsuits because if they’re already wet, what’s the difference if a little rain wets them too?

1. First plan is to get a wet slide – kids love a bounce-about and slide, so why not a wet one?

2. Turn on the sprinklers; attach sprinklers to your garden hose and let them just have fun on the lawn

3. A pool party is also great, but I would only recommend this for older kids who know how to swim and would also recommend having a certified lifeguard/swim instructor present. Another option is small inflatable pools

4. And throw some balls and noodles in the mix and the kids will have a whale of a time, come rain or shine

If you opt for a wet party, a great option for loot is to forego the candy and toys and instead give each child a rain poncho or galoshes. Some colourful yet inexpensive options are available and you know that this will be something very useful to them.

So have fun while enjoying the rain.