As much as we love our kids and want them to have the best birthday ever, renting a bouncy castle year after year just isn't viable. But while we're not asking a magician to permanently camp out in our backyards, we can still spice up the party for our young ones while also having enough funds for next year's celebration. Pinatas — the classic Mexican party toy filled with sweets and treats — are a great, affordable addition to any celebration, entertaining both children and adults. We've rounded up our favorite options available today, so get your bats and cameras ready. Juvale Action Hero Pinata Make Your Party PopDazzle your party guests with this vibrant comic book style pinata from Juvale.Best OverallFind on Amazon Party supplies are meant to stand out. When your guests arrive and see your living room decked out in bright colors and special accessories, they’ll immediately get in the celebratory spirit. And what better way to grab the attention of kids and their chaperones than this vibrant comic-themed pinata by Juvale? Easy-to-fill and easy-to-hang due to its smaller size, this baby can hold about a full bag of candy and other treats. And because it’s quite durable, you can bet that your guests will have a whacking, smacking good time that will last more than several blows to make sure everyone gets their fair turn. Pros: Smaller size convenient for easy hanging Durable for longer fun Bright colors Cons: Doesn’t come with a rope TexMex Fun Stuff Mexican Star Pinata Handmade HuesHold several pounds of treats in this beautiful Mexican pinata that is dressed to impress.Most ColorfulFind on Amazon Though you can find a pinata shaped like pretty much everything these days, nothing beats the classic feel of a traditional design, and we love this TexMex Fun Stuff Mexican Star Pinata precisely for this reason. With five protruding points fashioned with glittery streamers in addition to its large-capacity body, this is a statement piece all its own. And while minor assembly is required, the attached velcro strap will ensure all several pounds of goodies you’ve stuffed inside will only come out after you’ve properly done some damage on the outside. Pros: Handmade in Mexico from recycled cardboard and paper Attached ribbon for easy hanging 32″ from tassel to tassel Cons: Minor assembly required Higher cost Magic Cabin Smiley Face Pinata I Want (More) CandyThis Magic Cabin heavy-duty smiley pinata gets you more fun for less funds with its large capacity size. Best Heavy-DutyFind on Amazon We like a pinata that can take a walloping. Durability means that everyone at the party can take a crack at it and keep the fun going while drumming up the suspense. When it comes to well-made construction, few pinatas out there beat this classic version by Magic Cabin. Holding several pounds of candy and providing excellent scattering once it’s been defeated, the only recommendation we have with this pinata is that you grab a few adults on standby to help the tykes out after a while. Pros: Great cost value Super sturdy Large capacity 18″ body Cons: Reinforce the top, as the zip-tie may break CarsonChase Unicorn Pinata Bundle All-Inclusive FunGive your kids a totally integrated experience with this pretty unicorn pinata that comes with a matching bat and blindfold.Best BundleFind on Amazon Every parent knows that party planning — while gratifying in the end — is undoubtedly hard work. Between food, drinks, decorations, the ever-changing guest list, and, of course, those unplanned last-minute contingencies, there’s a lot to keep track of until you can finally sit back and celebrate a job well done. Here’s where bundle sets like this cute unicorn pinata one by Carson Chase come in. Forget about digging out the old baseball bat and risking a bruise or two, and say goodbye to the bandana you found in your sock drawer, because everything you need for a few hours of safe, colorful fun is included right alongside this petite fantasy pinata. Pros: Comes with matching bat and mask Loop for hanging Easy to fill Cons: Smaller size for cost value Frequently Asked Questions What can I fill my pinata with that isn’t candy? We tend to associate pinatas with candy, but there are plenty of other goodies that you can stuff inside your favorite paper-mache party mobile if you want to keep sugar-highs to a minimum. Depending on your event’s theme and your audience’s age, you may wish to purchase similarly themed mini figurines and stickers or school accessories like pencils and erasers. We typically just visit our local party supply store and select a colorful assortment of toys and treats that we know will look good scattered across the floor. Lastly, you can add some tissue paper and confetti in there so your kids will have to do a bit of digging to get at the good stuff. Can I fill my pinata all the way? You can, but there are several points to keep in mind. Firstly, a stuffed pinata will be heavier and will thus put more pressure on the hanging hook. So if you do plan to go all the way, make sure your rope and hanging implement are strong enough to withstand both the weight of the pinata and the additional pressure of the blows. Secondly, hitting a very full pinata will feel quite solid, so we recommend having your older kids start the process off just to be on the safe side. And lastly, a full pinata will take longer to burst, but that can also be a good thing depending on how much of a break you need from the little ones.