Picture the expression on a child’s face when they walk out back into their Southlake yard during the peak of summer to discover a towering pile of fluffy white snow! Texans typically shut down entire cities over a single flake falling from the sky, but the emergence of the Texas snow party has transformed how North Texans celebrate.
Once reserved for scenes filmed in Hollywood back lots, having Arctic temperatures shipped to your backyard is quickly becoming less of a fantasy and more of a scheduling challenge for event planners across the Metroplex. From large-scale neighborhood gatherings to small family milestones, snow plunked straight from the clouds is taking the cake as the ultimate “wow” factor when it comes to standing out from a typical bounce house or kiddie pool birthday party.
If you’re dreaming of blowing everyone away with a holiday event or mid-year blast of winter fun, it all starts with snow delivery. No more peeking through picture-perfect displays — folks want to feel it, make snow angels with it, have fun!
How To Throw A Texas Snow Party Your Friends And Family Will Never Forget
As fun as it sounds, throwing a snow party isn’t always as easy as picturing kids with snow cones in hand. Sure, there’s plenty of frosty drinks and chilly treats to fill your freezer with, but when it comes to actual snow in Texas, there’s a little more that goes into it than you might think.
From understanding the basics of snow delivery to creative ideas and activities that are sure to be Instagram-worthy hits, read below for everything you need to plan the most talked-about North Texas snow party this season!
What Is a Texas Snow Party?
Believe it or not, snow parties have become a common occurrence for North Texans! A snow party is made possible by using industrial-sized machines that turn gallons of water into crystallized ice that feels, smells, and tastes like snow! It’s not cotton candy or bubbles from a machine – you can crunch through a snow party just like you would up in the Colorado mountains.
Texans love their kids just as much as any other state, but sometimes the intense heat can make it difficult to provide easy outdoor activities for them. Think about how hot the playground equipment gets between the months of May and September. Snow can actually help decrease the ambient temperature surrounding your party. Not to mention it gives kids the ability to construct their first snowman in shirtsleeves.
Corporate Events & Team Building
Companies across Collin and Denton counties are always striving to increase employee morale and productivity. Hosting an unexpected snow day just might be the ticket to eliminating Zoom Brain fatigue! There are countless benefits to adding a playful element to your workplace. People tend to collaborate better after jumping in a pile of snow with their CEO.
School & Community Events
Every educational and community organization wants its event to stand out from the crowd, but what draws in the biggest crowds? Anything kids can get messy with! From slip n’ slides to full “snow play zones”, snow can accommodate large groups of eager attendees. Throw in a snow cone station, and you’ve got yourself a Frisco fundraiser for the books.
HOA or Neighborhood Events
No matter the size of your community, winter-themed festivals are hard to come by without a singular “anchor” attraction. Enter Houston Sand. By hiring a snow company to install a few tons of snow in your neighborhood, you instantly create a home-grown version of the North Pole right in your own backyard. Need less snow? No problem. We can work with you to calculate the exact amount of snow needed for your event.
What To Expect From a Dallas Snow Company
Ready to order snow but not sure where to start? Don’t sweat the details.
How Much Snow Do I Need?
Whether you need 3 tons or 30, we can help you determine how much snow will work best for your event.
- Play Pile (3–10 Tons): Got a backyard bash where 10–20 kiddos are looking to build snowmen and chuck snowballs? This is your sweet spot.
- Winter Wonderland (10–30 Tons): Maybe you have a larger crowd and want to cover a specific area for decoration/visual impact or a small hill for kiddies to sled down.
- Sledding Hill (30+ Tons): If you want to go all out, there’s a lot of snow required for this type of installation — but it’s worth it!
How Long Does The Install Take?
After the truck unloads, our operators will aim a snowblower at your snow zone and watch as your lawn turns white in front of your eyes! Depending on the amount of snow you want, the install could take anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour. Your guests won’t know what hit them.
Will The Snow Melt Quickly?
If you have never seen snow made by a snow company before, you may be wondering how well it can hold up. Not only does our snow come in large clumps that are easy to mold and play with, but it will also last you throughout the entirety of your event. Expect your snow to last several hours – even until the next day if you have enough.
Fun Activities to Try at Your Snow Party
Depending on the age range of your event, here are some of our favorite ways to incorporate snow into your party.
- Have teams construct a snowman out of provided “kits” (carrots, scarves, coal/rocks, etc.). Award the prize for coolest snow creation!
- Provide small squirt bottles filled with water and food coloring. Kids go wild decorating the pristine white blanket before them.
- Hide treasures or “gold coins” within the snow for kids to find. Either buy small plastic trinkets at the store or let kids decorate stones themselves.
- Set up hay bales or inflatable walls to section off the largest snowball fighting arena ever.
Let DFW Mr. Cool Snow Parties Create Winter Magic For You
Hosting your own winter festival has never been easier. We service the entire DFW Metroplex, and specialize in turning your winter wonderland dreams into reality. Contact Mr. Cool Snow Parties today to learn more about how you can incorporate snow into your next snow event!