Welcome back for Part 2 of the snow day posts! Finding my snow guy contact was a beast of an adventure. I knew there had been “snow days” in the Valley so someone was doing it. I was finding folks weren’t really being forthcoming with me to get contact information though. I had called companies as far away as Kansas and San Antonio who we’re willing to so it, but for a pretty penny. Finally, through the San Antonio contact, I was able to find Eddie, the {local} Snow Guy.
Eddie and his crew arrived in this huge 15 ton truck. It was full with 40 huge blocks of ice that weighed 300 pounds each. The ice alone weighed 10 tons! I insisted the party be in the backyard for privacy purposes. Eddie was concerned about the tight squeeze into my backyard. I was concerned about privacy and the safety of my guests and my Littles. So we got their truck in. Barely.
Getting it out was questionable but it was time to make it snow baby!
The kids looked on from inside in amazement as the truck shaved down those blocks of ice into a fine powdery snow. My backyard was about to become one big raspa (without the favoring).
Then it was time for the crew to leave. Except they couldn’t get the truck out. Guests we’re starting to arrive so the crew decided to try again the following day so we could enjoy the party. Because I like to steal today’s joy with tomorrow’s worries, I was super stressed about getting the truck out. The whole entire time!
No one else seemed to mind the big ‘ol truck in the background.
No one was safe from the wrath of these little snow flingers. Children everywhere we’re assaulting their unsuspecting parents and siblings and even complete strangers with fists full of packed snow. If packed right it does hurt. In case anyone was wondering.
Some folks found respite and marshmallows and warmth by the bonfire.
While others found their respite at the dessert table. Sharing is caring. Too bad she don’t care.
In her defense, they were meant to be personal cakes for each child. I bought each of them a small cake and then bought a large sheet cake at HEB for the guests. We hid it in the kitchen and served that to guests. Much like at a wedding.
They also had cookies to snack on that matched the invitations.
I’m telling you, it was a wild crazy day full of happy happy memories for all those that came to celebrate! I couldn’t afford to do it every year. Or could I? When I told our fabulous vendors (after the fact) about the blog post I was writing they all wanted to join in on the fun! Below is more info on each featured vendors and some pretty spiffy giveaways! Keep an eye out on our Facebook page today for instructions on how to enter.
Snow Guy
Eddie B. with Mid Valley Industry
(956) 270-9727
They also cater parties and offer their ice services (as in for drinks).
Be sure to mention Vannessa Eggleston and/or Rio Grande Valley Moms Blog for an automatic 10% discount!
how expensive was it for the snow? i have been wanting to do this for my daughters’ birthdays, but can’t spend a fortune.
Hi Nikki, it starts at $400 and that is enough ice for anywhere from 20-40 kiddos. It is pricey but I had it pretty early after breakfast and before lunch so I didn’t have to feed everyone. I did s’mores and roasted marshmallows and hot chocolate and coffee and cake and cookies. And then I sent them home 😉
Hello, I would like to get information on how to get the snow. For my daughter party. Please text me or call me 956-650-4837
Hi Krystal,
The information is in the post above at the very bottom. Their contact info and phone number are listed. Good luck! Have fun!
Just reading abou this!!🤗😍 how many ft of snow,was it ankle deep? How long did it last, before it was gone?
How much would you all charge for a house get together for aboutv10 people?