The top 10 party supply stores in Toronto

Party supply stores in Toronto will make your harried, obligation-juggling self look like a seasoned event planner. A few well-chosen decorations and table settings can make all the different between a simple gathering at your place and a pro-looking birthday bash - and if you want to kick things up a notch with a fancy balloon design or party favours, so much the better. Either way, these stores will help you nail the details with ease.

Here are my picks for the top party supply stores in Toronto.

Party City
This Canadian party-supply chain has three GTA megastores - Orfus Road, Eglinton Town Centre and Keele and Finch - that supply pretty much everything your next event might need. On top of 21 colours of coordinating tableware, their sizeable inventory includes specialized products for weddings, baby showers, seasonal and theme parties, as well as costume gear and patioware.

It's My Party
This Danforth party supply store does double duty as a one-stop party shop - featuring seasonal decorations, a library of balloons, invitations and confetti - and as a repository for costume gear (particularly during Halloween).

Cry If I Want To
In Leslieville, this charming indie shop does things a little differently: Instead of stocking paper plates and balloons, they design invitations, plan events, offer table and barware rentals, and stock great gifts and tableware. (Note to aspiring party store owners: The rest of the lyrics to Lesley Gore's greatest hit were available as of press time.)

Party Supply Depot
This Thornhill shop, in business since 1990, has earned plenty of loyal customers thanks to consistently reasonable pricing and frequent specials. In addition to the usual birthday, wedding and baby shower gear, they also include a selection of products geared toward Jewish holidays.

You Send Me
Located in the PATH under King and University, You Send Me has the downtown crowd covered for last-minute bunches of balloons, stationery, or gag gifts before an evening or weekend bash. The tiny store is packed to the gills with merch, and owner Barry will happily help you navigate.

Balloons on Bloor
They deliver what they promise at this Bloordale party shop, where they stock latex and foil balloons in all kinds of colours and shapes for any occasion, and will even create balloon bouquets and installations to your specs (in case your next party needs a floating champagne bottle pouring out balloons).

Balloon Queen
If you're looking for a big balloon arch, a cheery floating message spelled out in gold Mylar, or an exploding balloon cascade, give this Corktown vendor a ring - they'll consult with you to figure out a showstopping balloon installation for your next party. Custom printing and helium tank rentals are also available.

Balloon King
This Mississauga party store appears to have no relation to the Queen. What they do have, however, are 50 colours of balloons available for purchase, or for use in bouquets. They also include other spheres of party decor, including decorations, confetti, seasonal items, and novelty gear.

Amazing Party Store
Costumes are a big focus at this party depot in Etobicoke, but if you're not looking to dress up like a pirate or Captain America anytime soon, their party gear selection is wide enough to include oddities like divorce party decorations, X-rated novelty stuff, and tons of unusual themed supplies. (Oh, and fireworks.)

Little Party Shoppe
This Yonge and Glencairn shop maintains a healthy general mix of supplies that tend slightly toward the more youth-oriented set (lots of licensed gear). The selection is bolstered by some unusual finds that would make perfect gifts (or party favours).

Did I miss any? Leave your favourite party supply store in Toronto in the comments.

Photo via the Amazing Party Store.

by Natalia Manzocco via blogTO