Best Themed Kids Birthday Spots in Chicago

Birthday party at the Field Museum! Photo courtesy of special events at the Museum.

Are you looking for kids' birthday party places that match their specific interests? Tired of trampoline parks and pool parties? We looked all around Chicago and the suburbs to find various choices for kids interested in everything from science and cooking to their favorite toys. From simple to extravagant, there's a theme to match every child's birthday dream on this list. So happy birthday to your kiddo! We hope you have fun.

For other fun birthday party ideas, check out these spots for toddler birthdays, these great tween and teen birthday party spots, and the best indoor birthday party spots in Chicago

20 Best Birthday Party Places for Preschoolers and Toddlers in Westchester

Have an outdoor or indoor birthday party at Tig and Peach in Pelham. Photo by Luis Ruiz for Larus Studios

Trying to find the best birthday party places for your toddler or preschooler in Westchester? Look no further: We've rounded up dozens of top party places where the 4-and-under crowd can have a blast, from play spaces and kids' gyms to art studios and sports centers.

Check our Kids' Birthday Party Guide for Westchester Families for more great ideas for celebrating your little one's special day. 

Top Birthday Party Places on Long Island for Kids

Xplore Family Fun Center's birthday parties include pizza, drinks, and arcade cards. Photo by the author

Our roundup of Long Island's best birthday party places has venues sure to please kids of all interests—from princesses to tumbling tots and animal enthusiasts to adventure-seeking teens.

These Long Island birthday party venues make the planning easy, and almost all include a host, setup and cleanup, food, and other essentials. The hardest part is picking just one, but don't worry: There's always next year!

Be sure to check out our Birthday Party Guide for Long Island Kids for even more tips on planning the perfect birthday party for your wee one. It has plenty more birthday party venues, plus ideas for planning first birthdays, birthday parties for preschoolers and toddlers, birthday party venues for active kids, and more.

Fun Indoor Birthday Party Places with Mega Playgrounds in NYC

Kanga's Indoor Playspace offers activities and fun for all ages and makes a great indoor birthday party destination.

When it comes time to find a perfect, all-weather birthday party place in NYC there's really just one answer: the mega play space.

From bounce houses and trampolines to arcade-packed game venues, these wide-open indoor playgrounds give all your pint-sized birthday party guests a chance to run free. Check out our top picks for the best indoor play spaces to throw your next birthday party below—and find more party planning tips in our Guide to Kids' Birthday Parties in NYC.

Best Sweet 16 Birthday Party Places in New Jersey

Celebrate your daughter's Sweet 16 at one of these Garden State venues. Photo via Canva

New Jersey offers many venues perfect for a Sweet 16–lucky for those of us who have a 15-year-old at home and understand the pressure to throw a successful Sweet 16 party. Nowadays, the bar is set high!

We’ve rounded up options in North, Central, and South Jersey, ranging from classic catering halls to unique party locations. If you're casting a wider net, consider hosting your party at one of these Best Venues for Sweet 16 Parties in NYC

Pensacola and Pensacola Beach with Kids: 26 Best Things To Do in Pensacola, FL

Miles upon miles of endless gorgeous beach and stunning emerald water; that's Pensacola Beach!

Pensacola, Florida has it all. Pensacola is over 40 miles of wildlife-protected sugar sand beaches, incredible food, welcoming locals, a historical village to rival Plimoth Plantation or Colonial Williamsburg, and a booming foodie and local brews scene to rival Seattle or Portland.

It’s a fabulous family vacation spot where you can visit wildlife, take part in all kinds of water sports, see the Blue Angels or Blue Wahoos, and spend time on Pensacola Beach—one of the most stunning beaches I’ve ever seen.

Read on for an itinerary of things to do in Pensacola that will appeal to kids of all ages and interests, and parents, too! For more places to visit along the Gulf Coast, check out our guide to the best things to do in Panama City Beach; Destin; Orange Beach, Alabama; and more fabulous Florida family vacations.

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