Coming up with an original theme for your child’s birthday party can be a stressful proposition. They’re over Dora, bouncy houses leave you feeling deflated, and just about everyone seems to freak out whenever there’s a clown around. Unwrap our round-up of outside-the-box new birthday party spots to hold your kid’s next fabulous fete. PLUS—score some sweet, EXCLUSIVE discounts (just mention Bergen Mama when you book)!
You may not have heard of the game of Gaga, but chances are your child has —and this mom-owned-and-operated facility takes the classic camp game to the next level with 3 HUGE "gaga pits" where birthday boys and girls and their guests can run, throw, catch, and jump to their heart’s content. Best of all? It’s totally supervised, so players—not to mention your home’s windows—will remain unscathed. Nailed it!
SPECIAL OFFER: Book a September birthday party and get $200 off.
The Gagasphere,140 Franklin Turnpike Waldwick, NJ, 201-445-2546, [email protected]
West Rock Indoor's Bubble Ball Parties
This newly renovated family-fun emporium totally rocks when it comes to getting the party started. With over 100,000 square feet of space, and a friendly, professional staff ready to assist, West Rock are masters at making kids’ biggest birthday wishes a reality. Choose from all kinds of kid-approved themes, including their newest BIG birthday party idea—Bubble Ball—which lets little ones bop and bounce around inside a giant (but totally safe) inflatable bubble. Warning: you’re gonna wanna get inside one and go for a spin yourself!
This newly renovated family-fun emporium totally rocks when it comes to getting the party started. With over 100,000 square feet of space, and a friendly, professional staff ready to assist, West Rock are masters at making kids’ biggest birthday wishes a reality. Choose from all kinds of kid-approved themes, including their newest BIG birthday party idea—Bubble Ball—which lets little ones bop and bounce around inside a giant (but totally safe) inflatable bubble. Warning: you’re gonna wanna get inside one and go for a spin yourself!
SPECIAL OFFER: Book a birthday party before October 1st and receive a free cake or 10% off.
West Rock Indoor, 21 Pralle Ln, Nanuet, NY, 845-623-3636, [email protected]
Sillage of Piermont
Does a birthday party by any other name smell as sweet? It does when it’s held at this scent-sational party spot that lets kids create their own fragrances. With the help of a Sillage’s team of scent experts, birthday revelers can combine any number of essential oils to create their own signature aromas that they can take home. Now that’s one birthday party goodie bag that definitely won’t stink.
Does a birthday party by any other name smell as sweet? It does when it’s held at this scent-sational party spot that lets kids create their own fragrances. With the help of a Sillage’s team of scent experts, birthday revelers can combine any number of essential oils to create their own signature aromas that they can take home. Now that’s one birthday party goodie bag that definitely won’t stink.
SPECIAL OFFER: Book a birthday party by October 1 and Sillage will waive the $100 hosting fee.
Sillage of Piermont, 510 Piermont Ave, Piermont, NY, 845-680-8850, [email protected]
Glitter & Glam
Birthday beauties will feel like the belles of the ball at this pretend day spa offering all kinds of VIP pampering services for kids ages 3 to 16. Their glitzy, age-appropriate makeover parties—or should we call them p-aah-ties—are all-inclusive and include special robes and accessories for guests to wear during their visit. And, as if there won’t be enough selfies being taken already, Glitter & Glam even sends everyone home with a free group picture!
Birthday beauties will feel like the belles of the ball at this pretend day spa offering all kinds of VIP pampering services for kids ages 3 to 16. Their glitzy, age-appropriate makeover parties—or should we call them p-aah-ties—are all-inclusive and include special robes and accessories for guests to wear during their visit. And, as if there won’t be enough selfies being taken already, Glitter & Glam even sends everyone home with a free group picture!
SPECIAL OFFER: Get $20 off a bithday package if you book a party during the month of October.
Glitter & Glam, 700 Paramus Park, Paramus, NJ, 201-970-GLAM, [email protected]
iPic Theatres
Here’s a blockbuster birthday party idea—host it at the cineplex! iPic’s brand-spankin’-new state-of-the-art theater at Hudson Lights in Fort Lee promises the ultimate viewing party experience. Guests are treated to a first-run movie while relaxing in plush, reclining seats outfitted with tables, each topped with your choice of kid-friendly entree, dessert, and a box of candy.
Here’s a blockbuster birthday party idea—host it at the cineplex! iPic’s brand-spankin’-new state-of-the-art theater at Hudson Lights in Fort Lee promises the ultimate viewing party experience. Guests are treated to a first-run movie while relaxing in plush, reclining seats outfitted with tables, each topped with your choice of kid-friendly entree, dessert, and a box of candy.
iPic Theatres, 2023 Hudson Street, Fort Lee, NJ, 201-582-7100
