Planning a kid's party on Long Island is incredibly fun, but it can quickly get expensive. My family is lucky enough to attend many fantastic kids' birthday parties. We have also thrown a few! My kids are 5 and 8 years old, so we've skated, bowled, and bounced our way through countless celebrations. Birthday parties on Long Island don't have to break the bank to be memorable!

A budget-friendly backyard bash or an affordable bounce house venue can often be more fun than an overpriced spot. Read ahead for our list of kid-approved and budget-friendly places for your little one's next soiree. Planning to host from home? We have you covered with insider tips on the best cheap party rental businesses on Long Island.

For even more birthday party ideas, check out our Guide to Birthday Parties on Long Island. 

The early days of new baby life are a whirlwind of wonder and exhaustion, a magical time filled with snuggles, smiles, and spit-up. But those days are often also a blur of monotony as you battle wake windows and cycle through seemingly endless rounds of eat-play-sleep. The best cure? Get outside and explore your favorite city with brand new eyes! 

When you’re ready to venture out of the house and explore Philadelphia with your new human in tow, we’re here with parent-tested picks for the best baby-friendly activities and spots locally. Whether you’re looking for the best indoor play place for infants or you want to join an activity where you can meet other parents and babies, Philly has plenty to offer for kids under one.

Quick, family-friendly bites in the zoo or nearby.

When we were kids, birthday parties meant our parents claimed a picnic table in a park, had us pin a tail on a donkey, passed out goodies and cake, and called it a day. These days, while it can be hard not to fall into the habit of planning an elaborate party for your kid, complete with a theme, balloon arches, top-notch entertainment, and custom cakes, if you're looking for cheap party rentals in Dallas-Fort Worth, they do exist!

I'll be totally honest — when my kids were little, I went into full Pinterest mode and planned elaborate themed parties. But, as they got older and life got more expensive (ahem, looking at you club soccer and competitive dance company fees), I realized that I didn't need to spend so much for the kids to have fun. That's when we started looking at places like roller skating rinks, arcades, even just going to the mall and letting the kids wander the bookstore and their favorite shops before hitting the food court.

It's totally possible to throw an amazing but budget-friendly birthday party for kids in DFW. You just need to know where to look. I've compiled some of my favorite party rental spots from all over the metroplex, so take a look and get planning!

Find baby-friendly fun for Connecticut families!

Situated in northern Fulton County, the City of Roswell is a picturesque Atlanta suburb made for kids and families. With great schools, gorgeous parks, awesome community and city events, kid-friendly restaurants, and fun attractions, Roswell is a must-visit with kids. Keep reading as Mommy Poppins takes you on a tour of beloved Roswell with kids.

Check out 41 things to do in Roswell, focusing on kid-friendly places to eat, stay, shop, and be entertained!