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at the movies, others may head out to the carnival/fair/circus/etc. These type of events no matter which one it is can add up to a very costly night of entertainment. So how do you avoid spending all that dough?

Some things we like to do are:

- Go out and eat first. This can be done at a local restaurant that the event will take place, we prefer to do all you can eats right before events because we are sure to fill the kids up for the most part. I’ve learned that if they eat right before they will take a little longer to cry “I’m hungry.” I’m sure ya’ll have been down that road. Now imagine not doing it and now your kids are eyeballing that $5 hot dog. If you have more than one kid that can get really expensive for a plain hot dog with ketchup only.

- Bring snacks. Now some places won’t care but some do, make sure you know the rules before you bring stuff in. If you are allowed a large purse or diaper bag can do the trick on holding the items.

- Bring water. I’ve learned that handing the kids water will do two things, prevent the words, “I’m thirsty” and bring on the bathroom trips. Yes, its one of those you can avoid one but not the other.

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- Determine How much you’ll spend. Before even going out, figuring out how much it’ll cost for things and just how much you are willing to spend. Leave the rest of the money at home. It is a proven fact that if you don’t set a certain amount you’ll spend more than you wanted to spend.

- Set the Rules. Before entering said establishment/event make sure to discuss with your kids all the rules. You don’t want to leave anything out and make sure they know that if they object they don’t have to go. This is a fun event that they’ll love and there can be more if they are well-behaved, this normally does the trick.

How are some ways you prepare your kids for an expensive night out?

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Prepare Kids for an Expensive Night Out