Cozy up to some holiday fun in Connecticut as December 2025 brings a little joy to the Nutmeg State! Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum
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Raise a hand if you're excited for the best holiday lights drive-thrus and Christmas light shows in Connecticut! Magic of Lights photo courtesy of the XL Center
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Families will wonder at the best neighborhood Christmas light displays in Connecticut this 2025 holiday season. Photo courtesy of Amarante's Winter Wonderland.
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Connecticut is full of happiness, joy, and free Christmas and holiday activities in 2025, like Santa at Cabela's Wonderland. Photo courtesy of Bass pro Shops
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Santa Claus is coming to town, for breakfast, brunch, and photos with Santa in CT! Photo by Anne Ogden for the Mystick Chamber of Commerce.
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All will be merry and bright soon, so get your tickets to these Christmas events in Connecticut! Stamford Holiday Wish photo courtesy of the author
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Find fun for all ages at these Connecticut attractions, museums, and things to do! Photo courtesy of the Yale Peabody Museum
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The kids can hang out and have fun with the top free things to do in Connecticut! Earthplace photo by Zoe Brown, courtesy of the center.
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Our ultimate Connecticut bucket list has all the things to do in Connecticut with kids! Mystic Seaport photo by author Kelly Patino
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Roll on in to the top birthday party places in Connecticut for teens and tweens in 2025! Photo courtesy of Bowlero
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By land, by sea, by river—however!— families are coming to the best Museums in Connecticut! Connecticut River Museum photo by Ally Noel for Mommy Poppins
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Hop aboard for a trip through Litchfield County and fun things to do with kids! Naugatuck Railroad photo courtesy of the Railroad Museum of New England.
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Find a sweet treat for the whole family at the best places for breakfast in Connecticut with kids! Photo courtesy of Hotcakes
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Costumed interpreters share stories of colonial life along the historic Mystic seaport. Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum
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As classic as the roller rink or modern as a VR experience, these fun indoor places are perfect spots for teens and tweens to hang out! Photo by Ally Noel
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Ball pit fun at Chelsea Piers.
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Find family fare and great deals at these Connecticut restaurants where kids eat free! Photo courtesy of Canva
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Flat walking trails make Wharton Brook State Park a sure bet for kid hikers. Photo by Mommy Poppins
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Take a step back in time with a visit to Mystic Seaport. Photo courtesy of Ally Noel
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From rolling hills and lakes to scenic views and summits, there's great outdoor adventure for families at Connecticut state parks. Photo courtesy of Visit CT
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Outdoor fun and healthy activity await at one of the top Connecticut playgrounds! Jonathan's Dream playground photo courtesy of O'Brien & Sons
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Run through the vineyards at Aquila's Nest. Photo courtesy of Aquila's Nest, Facebook
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Ride, splash, and have gallons of fun at the best outdoor water parks in New England! Splash Away Bay Water Park photo courtesy of Quassy Amusement Park
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Practice new skills at Calf's Pasture Beach, photo courtesy of Norwalk Skate Park, Facebook
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Better watch out, because Santa Claus is coming to towns all over Connecticut this weekend! Photo courtesy of the New Canaan Nature Center
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The Best New Jersey Party Places for Your Kids' Birthday Bash

L3 Academy's Robotics party with a touch of space fantasy. Can’t you imagine Luke getting ready to take on the Death Star? Photo by Ryan McCann
L3 Academy's Robotics party with a touch of space fantasy. Can’t you imagine Luke getting ready to take on the Death Star? Photo by Ryan McCann
9/17/18 - By Jessica Laird

Call off the online search! Close out the spreadsheet! We've rounded up some of the best New Jersey birthday venues for kids and teens so that you can spend more time celebrating you kiddo and less time frantically party planning from your iPhone. From awesome indoor amusement parks and fun-filled playspaces, to STEMtastic activities, cookie baking, and real-life escape rooms, there's something for birthday girls and boys of all ages.

Looking for even more ideas? Head over to the New Jersey Party Guide, or browse our directory for party places, entertainers, and even party supplies.

The Little Gym of Montclair
The Little Gym of Montclair

New Jersey Party Places

iPlay America - Party

Freehold
How about blowing out the candles at one of Jersey’s biggest indoor amusement parks? With options for kids and teens, partygoers can enjoy more than 200 video games, a two-level laser tag arena, a 4-D movie theater, an indoor boardwalk, Topgolf and more. READ MORE

L3 Academy - Party (CLOSED)

Montclair & Milburn
L3's STEMtastic and sometimes explosive birthday parties feature loads of hands-on fun for kids ages 5 to 12, from building LEGO robotics to making slime or glow-in-the-dark surprises.  READ MORE

Last Minute Escape (CLOSED)

Wayne
This family enterprise offers real-life escape rooms for a totally unique party experience for kids ages 10 and up. Choose one of the themed rooms for your adventure, and guests will be given one hour to complete the mission! READ MORE

The Little Gym of Montclair - Party

Montclair
The Awesome Birthday Bash package gives your guest of honor and their friends the full run of the facility, complete with instructor-led games, music, and fun. Choose from themes for ages one to twelve, including princesses, pirates, and Peppa Pig. READ MORE

Sugarsuckle (CLOSED)

Hoboken
This beautiful custom cake and dessert studio offers birthday party options for sweet tooths! From cupcake decorating to cookie baking to studio rental, there are event packages available for kids ages 3 and up. READ MORE

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