Themed party supplies, piñatas, tableware and more.
Before the cake gets cut and the balloons go up, every good kids party starts with the basics — themed plates, cups, napkins, piñatas full of candy, and the right party hats for the photo. The South Bay has a solid line-up of family-run party shops who’ll sort you out with everything in one trip, often for a fraction of what the big chains charge. The trick is knowing where to go.
We’ve picked three standouts — one for piñatas and custom designs, one for everything under one roof, and one for the parent who needs the full party-planning support. From custom piñatas to balloon arches to elegant tableware, there’s a shop here for every kind of party and every kind of budget.
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Pinata Los Ninos
Opening Hours: 10am – 6pm, Mon-Fri / 10am – 3pm, Sat / 11am – 2pm, Sun
The South Bay’s standout pick for piñatas — Pinata Los Ninos has been the go-to for Beach Cities families for over a decade, with a reputation for beautifully crafted custom piñatas that hold up against a long line of kids waiting to swing. They handle character piñatas (princesses, superheroes, animals), traditional Mexican designs and custom orders (numbers, letters, anything you can dream up). Family-run, well-priced, and the customer service consistently gets the highest reviews.
Contact Details
Phone: Enquire via website
Address: 4050 Marine Ave, Lawndale, CA 90260
Party Unlimited Supplies
Opening Hours: 10am – 7pm, Mon-Sat / 11am – 5pm, Sun
If you want everything in one shop, Party Unlimited Supplies in Torrance is your stop. Big selection of party decorations, balloons, piñatas, tableware, themed kits and party favors — plus they handle balloon decor setup if you want them to do it for you. Particularly strong on character themes and current popular party styles (Bluey, Encanto, dinos, princesses) so you don’t have to chase parts across three stores.
Contact Details
Phone: Enquire via website
Address: Torrance, CA
All In One Parties
Opening Hours: 10am – 7pm, Mon-Sat / 11am – 5pm, Sun
All In One Parties is the South Bay’s full-service party-planning party shop — supplies, table and chair rentals, backdrops, balloons, complete table settings. A solid pick for parents who’d rather make one phone call than chase down five vendors. Strong reputation for being easy to work with and well-organised. Useful if your party is bigger than the average backyard birthday and you need extras like tables, chairs and linens.
Contact Details
Phone: Enquire via website
Address: Torrance, CA
Why did we pick these Party Shops in the South Bay?
We picked these three because between them they cover almost every party-shopping scenario a South Bay parent might find themselves in. Pinata Los Ninos for the centrepiece custom piñata that makes the party. Party Unlimited Supplies for the one-stop run when you need balloons, plates, decorations and a piñata all on the same day. All In One Parties for the bigger event when you need tables, chairs, linens and decor all from one supplier.
All three are South Bay-based — no driving up the 405 to the Valley, no parking nightmares downtown, no over-the-hill detours. If there’s another South Bay party shop you swear by, let us know and we’ll check it out.
What Can I Expect to Find at These Shops?
Pinata Los Ninos stocks the widest piñata selection in the South Bay plus full themed party supplies, custom piñata orders and Mexican candy — perfect for cultural celebrations and centrepiece pieces. Party Unlimited Supplies covers everything else: tableware, balloons, helium fills, themed party kits, party favors and bulk options. All In One Parties brings the full-service angle — supplies plus table and chair rentals, backdrops and complete event setup.
Between the three you can plan a party from start to finish — invitations, decorations, piñata, candy, balloons, table setup and cleanup supplies — without leaving the South Bay.
Tips for Picking the Right Party Shop
Match the shop to the party. For traditional kids birthdays, quinceañeras or events with a piñata as the centrepiece — Pinata Los Ninos is the obvious call. For the average Saturday birthday party where you need balloons, plates and a piñata all in one stop — Party Unlimited Supplies. For bigger backyard events or community parties where you need tables, chairs and full decor — All In One Parties.
Always call ahead if you want a custom piñata (Pinata Los Ninos typically needs about a week’s notice for special orders) and book table and chair rentals at least two weeks ahead for weekends.
