New York City Kids Birthday Party Ideas Guide

Mar 23 2009

At Mommy Poppins we believe kids birthday parties don't need to be stressful, expensive, or difficult, even in NYC, and we've got dozens of super cool birthday party ideas to prove it. Our NYC Birthday Party Guide doesn't aim to be a comprehensive list of the hundreds of party places in New York City, it's just the ones we've been to ourselves and loved, heard rave reviews about from friends or just sound beyond cool. Also look for do-it-yourself, at home party ideas and tips for great inexpensive parties. We'll be writing more of these posts and adding them as we go, so check back or subscribe.

Birthday Party Place Ideas

Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunts
Watson Adventures does scavenger hunt events at NYC public locations like The Museum of Natural History, Grand Central, or Central Park. Fun, educational and challenging, hire them for a private party.

5 Only-In-NYC Birthday Party Ideas
Some unique, educational, creative, decidedly New York ideas for kid birthday parties that won't cost a mint.

Princess Party Ideas
We're talking about the real kind of princesses—the little ones. Here are the best places to indulge your princess on her special day.

Reader Tips: Last Licks
A sports themed ice cream parlor.

Striking Viking Story Pirates
A group that turns your child's stories into comedy.

Monstrously Good Fun
Some ideas your little monster might like.

15 Best Places to Get Scientific with Kids in NYC
Little scientists will love these party ideas.

Old New York Soda Fountain Restaurants
Do it old-school with a party in an old fashioned soda fountain.

Party Like an Animal
Cool birthday party ideas that you can have right in New York City with live animals in attendance.

Most play spaces and classes offer easy parties. Check out our Indoor Guide for playspaces and our Classes Guide for classes for more party place ideas in New York City.