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ENTERTAINERS
Beale Street Puppets, 410-276-0776, www.bealestreetpuppets.com . Puppet Shows, face painting, balloon animals, puppetry goody bags.
D’s Magic, 410-812-9669, www.davemagic.com . Delight both Children and Parents! Invite Mr. Dave for some Laughter, Fun and Magic! The show is a wonderful presentation of birthday theme magic, age appropriate comedy, and audience participation. Mr. Dave entertains at 200 birthday parties each year. The performance includes magic choreographed with music and the surprise appearance of Donatello, a live rabbit which children can pet after the show. Party packages customized for young and older children featuring animal balloons, puppet routine, magic lesson to teach tricks, magic wands, top hats and goodie bags.
Dean Turner, The Dean of Magic, Magician, with over 25 years experience. Forty-five minutes of magic with bright colors, live animals, and lots of interaction. Face painting, balloon sculptures available. Call 301-613-TRIK or see www.tricks4u.net
Eric Energy, 410-336-8295, www.ericenergy.com . Educational and interactive shows for children. Choose from Spectacular Science Shows, Amazing Yo-yo Shows and Educational Workshops for parties, schools, camps and special events.
The Magical Worlds of Jack Julius , Call 1-800-540-1482. www.jackjulius.com. Professional Magic for any event, from private gatherings to corporare events. For adults or kids, small or large shows. Over 25 years experience. Lots of participation, illusions, mime, escapes, beautiful white doves, comedy and more. Special shows for birthday parties from ages 3 to 99.
Mad Science Birthday Party, 301-593-4777 and 410-234-1400.www.madscience.org/dc Six different awesome science parties that can be indoors or outdoors. Sparking imaginative learning, using vortex generators, cool chemical reactions, slippery slime, indoor fireworks, rocket launches, dry ice, cotton candy. Mad Science offers after-school programs, in-class workshops, summer camps and more. "Turn your kids on to science!"
Parties by Terrye, 410-581-1080 - www.partiesbyterrye.com. Personalized parties for children, companies and other groups. Games, crafts and face painting plus many other options. Celebrating with families over 20 years.
Thumbs Up Party Planning, 410-465-3946, www.ThumbsUpParty.com. All-inclusive theme parties with a creative twist. Themes include Princess, Spa, Mermaid, Spy, High School Musical and more. Also custom themes, Princess character visits, face painting and other add-ons.
Turley the Magician, 301-927-4408. You've seen him on network TV, read about him in the The Washington Post and heard of his antics the ABC News. Turley performs in the Baltimore and Washington area's finest homes including the White House. www.turleymagic.com.
Wild & Crazy Hair, 410-552-0955, They style children's hair in pigtails, ponytails, and mohawks, they use colored hairspray and glitter spray for the final touch, they do fantasy faces (glitter makeup), beauty makeup and glitter nails. www.wildandcrazyhair.com.
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PONY
PARTIES
Goodtime Amusements, 410-437-7881. Pony rides, moonbounces, cotton candy and much more for birthday parties and special events. See www.GoodTimeAmusements.com
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RENTALS
AND PARTY SUPPLIES
Fun Bus, Call 410-531-6348. A full-sized purple bus filled with a ball crawl, hoops, bells, mini tramp, obstacle course, beanbag toss, slides, games, parachute, heating, air conditioning, lighting and music.
Fun Depot. Let us help plan your next birthday party or group event with moon bounces, slides, bungee runs, bubble machines, cotton candy, popcorn, and snow cone machines, bubble tents, helium tanks and much more. Indoor party room available. Call 410-418-9714 or 301-860-0052 or see www.fundepotllc.com for details.
Goodtime Amusements, 410-437-7881. Pony rides, moonbounces, cotton candy and much more for birthday parties and special events. See www.GoodTimeAmusements.com
Maryland Bounce, 443-433-6900, www.marylandbounce.com. Moonbounces for parties, picnics, corporate and school events, and other group outings. Serving Maryland, DC and Northern Virginia.
Maryland Party Rentals, 301-604-2621, www.marylandpartyrentals.com has moon bounces, carnival games, popcorn, sno-cone and cotton candy machines, volleyball sets, croquet and much more. Serving Howard County and the surrounding area.
Moonbounce Now, 443-283-0855, www.moonbouncenow.com. Moonbounces, slides, interactives, tables and chairs, plus much more for group events and parties.
Party Plus Rentals. 1 Beaver Court, Cockeysville, 410-771-1997 and 6670 Oak Hall Lane, Columbia, 410-318-8880. Offers inflatables, dunk tanks, games, tents, , cotton candy, popcorn & slush machines plus much more. Delivery, setup and pickup available. For rental information call either location or visit www.partyplusrentals.com.
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INDOOR
FUN
Columbia Association KidSpace Parties, www.columbiaassociation.com. Open to everyone, however pricing depends on membership level of birthday child. Parties are available at the Columbia Athletic Club, 5435 Beaverkill Road, Columbia MD, 410-730-5515; the Columbia Gym, 6151 Daylong Lane, Columbia MD, 410-531-8974 or 410-531-0800 x 2309 and Supreme Sports Club, 7080 Deepage Drive, Columbia MD, 410-381-6710.All KidSpace parties include 1 hour of activities and 30 minutes in the party room for pizza, cake, ice cream and soda or juice. Party coordinators, balloons, paper products and invitations included. Extra add-on packages available. Party options include:
KidsSpace Party for ages 1-5 at all three locations.
Give me a C-H-E-E-R, for ages 5 and up at the Supreme Sports Club.
Glamour Party for ages 5 and up and at the Columbia Gym.
Gym & Swim for ages 3-13 at the Columbia Gym and ages 3-5 at Supreme Sports Club.
Indoor Courtyard Party for grades K-8 at the Supreme Sports Club.
Pirate Party, for ages 4-8 at the Supreme Sports Club.
Moon Bounce Parties for ages 4-10 at the Columbia Gym and the Athletic Club.
PlayWiseKidsParty, 6570 Dobbin Road, Columbia, MD 21045. Contact: 410-772-1540 or see their website: www.PlayWiseKids.com. The PlayWiseKids Party is two hours of fun in the PlayWiseKids facility which features five separate themed party rooms that are available for birthdays, family gatherings, and other special occasions. Your party starts out with 1 hour and 15 minutes of guided play throughout PlayWiseKids. A party hero will guide you and your guests through coloring a t-shirt designed exclusively for PlayWiseKids; adorn the birthday child with a party crown; write name tags for each of the children; and guide the children through their facility while keeping the focus on your birthday child. The last 45 minutes of your party celebration will take place in a private party room. To see a list of all that the party includes as well as additional options, see their website at www.PlayWiseKids.com. Call for advance reservations.
Shadowland Laser Adventure, 9179 Red Branch Road, Columbia, Maryland, 410-740-9100, Gaithersburg, 301-330-5546, www.shadowlandadventures.com. See why we're Howard County’s most popular party destination. Our laser adventure experience takes place in a 6500 sq ft multilevel arena. Private events rooms, a party sponsor to help run the event, soda and all the paper products are included in our packages. These also make great outings for youth groups, sports teams, and business events.
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ARTS
AND CRAFTS
Columbia Association Art Center, 6100 Foreland Garth, Columbia, Maryland, 410-730-0075. Email: art.staff@columbiaassociation.com. Web site: www.columbiaassociation.com
Artful Parties -Ages 5-12. Parties include art instruction, decorated party room, invitations, goody bags, punch, art supplies and decorations. Projects include: mask decorating, jewelry-making, light switch plates, visor decorating and more! Each child takes home his or her own art creation. You pick the date, time, and art project. For Columbia Association members and non-members.
Wear-A-Doodle Parties, ages 5-12. Imprint your artwork on a t-shirt, toto bag, Koozi, mouse pad, visor/cap, place mats or tea towels and take it home with you.
For Columbia Association members and non-members.
Create Arts Center, 816 Thayer Avenue, Silver Spring, Md. 301-588-2787, www.createartscenter.org. Clay creatures, baseball caps, keepsake boxes, canvas bag painting, stone carve mask making, t-shirt painting, and beading are just some of the theme parties available for birthday parties.
Games Workshop, 1-800-394-4263, www.games-workshop.com. Glen Burnie, Maryland. Invite you friends to paint and play, 3 hours of fun at Games Workshop the largest and the most successful tabletop wargames company in the world. Play Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000, or The Lord of The Rings Strategy Battle Game. Also, Games Workshop produces many specialist games, from Battlefleet Gothic to Inquisitor to Mordheim. Each guest takes home pieces which they’ve painted and played.
PawsenClaws, 7000 Arundel Mills Circle, Hanover. 443-755-8550, www.pawsenclaws.com. 6 Child Minimum, Age Appropriate Games & Prizes, Birthday Child receives a Free Gift, Free Invitations, Free Party Photo, Free Adoption Certificate, Stuff & Dress your New Furry Friend, Assigned Party Host, Reserved Stuffing Booth, e Also Do: Pajama Parties, Sports Parties, Dress-Up Parties and Much, Much More.
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MUSIC
Olenka School of Music, Columbia, Clarksville or Ellicott City location. 410-309-0770, www.olenkaschoolofmusic.com. For ages 1-6. One hour customized music activities and games directed by an OSM certified music instructor - includes use of different instruments, hula hoops, a parachute, balls and other fun and exciting props. 30 minute use of party room, goodie bags for up to 12 guests, special birthday child surprise, printed directions to party locations. Call for times, dates, and locations.
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THEATER and DANCE
Catriona's Castle, 301-972-7549, www.catrionascastle.com. Hands-on children's theater in your location for ages 2-12. Your children perform from a choice of 15 stories. Includes costumes, scenery and props. Invitations, cake and favors available. For birthdays, schools, camps and other events.
Drama Learning Center, 9130 Red Branch Road, Columbia MD 21045. Call 410-997-9352 or see www.dramalearningcenter.com. Drama-themed birthday parties. Choose from High School Musical, Disney Princess, Grease, Broadway Bound and more.
Misako Ballet Studio 410-886-9690 www.misakoballet.com offers a selection of Ballet-themed Birthday Parties such as Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Carnival of the Animals, and etc.. All packages include a fun ballet class taught by an experienced teacher. Various add-ons (dress-up, craft, & game) are also available. A MBS Birthday Party is the perfect way to celebrate your young ballerina's special day!
Young Artists Theatre Drama Birthdays, Located 5 miles south of Columbia on Rt 29@ Rt 216, Cherry Tree Center, 301-604-2844. www.yatheatre.com. The Young Artists Theatre offers a variety of theatrical birthday options, starring your child! The children's drama school and theatre, located on Rt 29 @ Rt 216, just five miles south of Columbia, hosts parties centered around interactive Drama & Acting activities, Musical Theatre themes, including costumes and music, Makeup & Modeling, concluding with a "fashion show" and Live Performances such as High School Musical, Annie (ages 6-9) and Grease (ages 7-12) American Girl Party (ages 7-11) and Drama Tots (ages 3-5). Party room and Packages available.
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MUSEUMS
Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum, 216 Emory Street, Baltimore MD 21230. Call 410-727-1539X3018 or visit www.BabeRuthMuseum.com. Package includes; choice of admission to Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum or the all new Sports Legends @ Camden Yards, Invitations, Museum admission with guided tour (choice of Sports Legends at Camden Yards or the Babe Ruth Birthplace), Interactive orientation with a museum docent, Birthday Card and Future Sports Legends Club membership for birthday guest of honor, Take home activity book for each child, 10% retail discount for birthday child’s family, Complimentary return pass for each child (good with paying adult admission), Use of private room for 2 hours.
Baltimore Street Car Museum, 410-547-0264. 1901 Falls Road, Baltimore MD 21211. When you book the Museum, you will have use of our Visitor's Center facilities. Our auditorium features our own "Trolley Theatre" in which children can watch a video about streetcars or perhaps you'd like to bring your own along to show.. The most special part of your party is riding the streetcars. From their collection, they have cars that were built in two different centuries (1800's and 1900's) available for your enjoyment. As time permits, they take your guests on several rides into yesterday. They even provide the necessary "costume" for your child's picture on that special day. Call for details, 443-722-1555 or see www.baltimorestreetcar.org
College Park Aviation Museum, 1985 Cpl. Frank Scott Drive, College Park, MD 20740. Call 301-864-6029 or see www.collegeparkaviationmuseum.com. Aviation Adventure Birthday Parties for ages 3-12. A two-hour reserved party room with aviation games, activities, museum exploration and more.
Discovery Creek Children’s Museum. Call 202-364-3111 to reserve your party. Wild Things, for those turning 4-7, Or Goin’ Buggy for those turning 4-11, Camping Adventure for those turning, 6-11 and Science Safari for those turning 6-11. www.discoverycreek.org.
Landon House, 3401 Urbana Pike, Urbana, Md. 301-874-3914, www.landonhouse.com. A 250 year old Civil War estate hosts themed birthday parties. Dress in period clothing, choose sides and sing Civil War era songs, tour the house and play capture the flag.
Maryland Science Center, 601 Light Street, Baltimore, Md. 410-685-5225, www.mdsci.org. Celebrate A One–of–a-Kind Memory Filled Birthday at the Maryland Science Center! You set the date and they’ll do the rest. For children ages 5-12. Your Celebration Includes: Admission to three floors of entertaining, hands-on exhibits (the third floor Kid's Room is restricted to children 8 and younger) Tickets to the IMAX Theater, Celebration refreshments include: a festive personalized birthday cake, pizza, party beverages, and all paper ware, A Science Center Celebration Favor Bag for each guest.
National Aquarium, 501 E. Pratt Street, Baltimore, Md. 410-576-3833, www.aqua.org. A birthday at the Aquarium is one that your child will never forget. Children age 4 and up will interact as the window volunteer during the dolphin show. Your entire party will enjoy a free tour (with the general public) of the Aquarium. Before the party, each of your guests will receive express entry. Parties are held Sat. and Sun. and include, food, cake, invitations, and party favors.
National Capitol Trolley Museum, 1313 Bonifant Road, Silver Spring, Md. 301-384-6352, www.dctrolley.org. Rent a private car for a 25 minute birthday ride. (seating up to 45). Tour the exhibition hall, hands on displays and an outdoor picnic area available for cake.
Port Discovery, 35 Market Place, Baltimore, Maryland. 1 ½ hour party packages are available including a private party room, invitations, T-shirt and certificate for the guest of honor, balloons, food, and admission to the museum for each guests and return a return pass for each guest. Call 410-864-2666. www.portdiscovery.org.
Rose Manor Museum, 1611 N. Market Street, Frederick, Md. 301-694-1648, www.rosehillmuseum.com. In addition to the children's museum, there are picnic pavilions available for modest rental fee.
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SHOWS
Many places in the
area offer children's and family shows. Although they may not have a special
"party package", most have group rates. Check ahead to see what is running
on that special day.
These facilities offer
shows for families and children. Some offer only children's shows while
others include some family programs mixed with other performances.
1st Mariner Arena (formerly Baltimore Arena), 201 W. Baltimore St., Baltimore MD 21201.
Phone: 410-347-2020. www.baltimorearena.com . Adult and children's shows.
Adventure Theatre,
7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo MD 20812. Phone: 301-320-5331. www.adventuretheatre.org . Children's shows.
Bethesda Academy
of Performing Arts, Imagination Stage, 11301 Rockville Pike, N. Bethesda
MD. Phone: 301-881-5106. www.imaginationstage.org.
Children's shows
Chesapeake Center
for the Arts, 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn MD 21225. Phone: 410-636-6597. www.chesapeakearts.org . Adult and children's shows.
Class Acts Arts,
INC, PO Box 3580, Silver Spring MD 20918. Phone: 310-588-7525. www.classactsarts.org . Children's shows.
Discovery Theater,
Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building, 900 Jefferson Dr., S.W., Washington
D.C.. Phone: 202-357-1500. www.discoverytheater.org . Children's shows.
Harmony Hall Regional
Center, 10701 Livingston Road, Ft. Washington MD 20744. Phone: 301-203-6070. www.pgparks.com/places/artsfac/hhrc.html.
Adult and children's shows.
The Kennedy Center,
2700 F St., N.W., Washington D.C., 20566. Tickets: 800-444-1324 or 202-467-4600. www.kennedy-center.org . Adult and Children's shows
Lorenzo's Children's
Theatre, Timonium Dinner Theatre, 9603 Deereco Road, Timonium MD 21093.
Phone: 410-560-1113 or 1-877-560-1113. www.timoniumdinnertheatre.com Children's matinee shows.
Maryland Hall
for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis MD. Phone: 410-263-1906. www.mdhallarts.org . Adult and children's shows.
National Theatre,
1321 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington DC. Phone: 202-628-6161. www.nationaltheatre.org . Adult and children's shows. Saturday morning free children's shows.
Call 202-783-3372 for recorded information.
Pumpkin Theatre,
shows at the Hannah More Arts Center, St. Timothy's School for Girls,
Baltimore. Reservations: 410-828-1814. www.pumpkintheatre.com . Children's shows
The Publik Playhouse,
5445 Landover Road, Chevery, MD 20784. Phone: 301-277-1710. www.pgparks.com/places/artsfac/publick.
. Adult and children's shows.
The Puppet Company,
7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo MD 20812. Phone: 301-320-6668. www.thepuppetco.org Children's shows.
Rainbow Theatre,
Slayton House, Wilde Lake Village Center, Columbia MD 21044. Phone:
410-730-3987. www.columbiavillages.org/wildelake . Children's shows.
Toby's Dinner
Theatre of Columbia, 5900 Symphony Woods Drive, Columbia MD 21044.
Phone: 301-596-6161, 410-730-8311 or 410-995-1969 and 5625 O’Donnell Street,
Canton, MD, 410-649-1660. www.tobysdinnertheatre.com Adult and children's shows.
Weinberg Center
for the Arts, 20 West Patrick Street, Frederick MD 21701. Phone: 301-228-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org . Adult and children's shows
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OUTDOOR
FUN
Clark's Elioak
Farm, 10500 Route 108, Ellicott City, MD 21042, www.clarklandfarm.com , 410-730-4049. Your child and guests will be greeted by a guide who will
take them on a personalized tour of the petting farm. The children will
visit with the animals and have an opportunity to feed, pet, and hold
some of them. Your farm tour will be followed by a hayride through our
fields and end at your reserved table in our picnic area. A hay maze and
mini farm play area are available for the children’s enjoyment, as well
as others places for them to climb and play. You are welcome to stay at
the farm as long as you like. Amenities included in all parties: Handwashing
stations with running water and soap, bathroom facilities, and trash bins,
Table(s) reserved for your party for two hours. You may bring any food
and drink you would like. We have juices, water, snacks and ice cream
and can provide you with a list of local pizza shops too. A special "Enchanted
Forest" coloring book for the birthday child.
Larriland Farm,
2415 Woodbine Road, Woodbine, Md 410-489-7034, www.pickyourown.com . In September and October they offer hayrides, visit to the pumpkin field
to choose a pumpkin, trip through the straw maze, a visit to the Boo Barn.
Call for additional information and to schedule an appointment.
Pirate Adventures
of the Chesapeake, Annapolis. Children get faces painted, dressed
up like pirates and set sail looking for treasure. This 75 minute cruise
includes treasure maps, a water cannon battle and much more. Call 443-398-6270
or see www.chesapeakepirates.com
Sharp’s at Waterford
Farm, 4003 Jennings Chapel Road, Brookville. 410-489-2572. Farm and
Environmental Parties, enjoy a unique birthday party at our farm. Our
birthday programs are fun and hands on. Four party packages to choose
from spring and summer: Ponds & Creeks, Birds & Gourds, Spring
is Growing, and The Wonderful World of Worms. September and November have
Pumpkin Picking and Pilgrim History. All include a hayride and feeding
our farm animals. Picnic sites available. Call 410-489-2572 or visit www.sharpfarm.com for additional information.
Watkins Regional
Park, 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, Information: 301-218-6757;
TTY 301-218-6768. Watkins Park Train, Carousel & Miniature Golf -
Season Opening, This seasonal destination offers train rides, antique
carousel rides, miniature golf and outdoor children's birthday parties.
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NATURE
Audobon Naturalist Society of the Central Atlantic States, Inc. Woodend Sanctuary, 8940 Jones Mill Road Chevy Chase, 301-652-9188, www.audubonnaturalist.org. Make this birthday an extra-special one for your child with a nature-themed birthday party at our beautiful nature sanctuary. Families can choose from one of our seven nature and science-inspired themes. Birthday celebrants then spend a delightful hour exploring nature and participating in activities and games led by one of our talented naturalists. The remaining 30 minutes is reserved for birthday food and cake, provided by the participants. Up to 15 children can join the fun. The birthday child’s parents or other responsible adult must be present.
BrooksideGardens, 1500 Glenallan Avenue Wheaton, 301-949-8230 www.mc-mncppc.org/parks/brookside. Enjoy an hour of birthday fun with a naturalist Then use our auditorium for your party Choose a party theme: Animal Olympics, Nature Craft and Hike, Bird Birthday Bash, Snakes, Turtles and Frogs – Oh My!, Parties cost includes 3-hour rental of the auditorium. Parties are offered September-May Limited times available All children must be at least 3 years old No more than 15 children per party Call 301-625-7207 to schedule a party.
Irvine Nature Center, 8400 Greenspring Avenue, 410-484-2413, x10, www.explorenature.org. A happy, hands-on celebration awaits your child during an Irvine Nature Birthday Party! The leader presents 4-6 live animals in our classroom during an interactive one-hour presentation featuring fun and interesting natural history information. Children will have the opportunity to ask questions and touch many of the animals. A nature hike may also be incorporated, weather permitting, that may include activities such as a log search or sweep netting. Props and natural artifacts are incorporated as appropriate. The classroom is reserved for an additional one hour for your guests to use at the conclusion of the presentation. Duration is 2 hours.
Kinderfarm Park, 1001 Kinder Farm Park Road, Millersville, MD 21108, 410-222-6115 (P), 410-222-6117 (F), www.kinderfarmpark.org. A 288-acre park which offers a variety of natural and recreational activities including hiking, biking, bird watching, fishing and picnicing. Tables and grills for picnicking are located throughout the park. Kinder Farm Park has a large playground and tot-lot ideal for children of all ages.The park has a 2.4 mile paved perimeter trail and several miles of natural trails. Pavillions are also available for renting.
Meadowside Nature Center, 5100 Meadowside Lane, in Rock Creek Regional Park, Rockville. 301-924-4141. A 2.5 hour party at the Nature Center includes: A 1 hour fun educational program presented by the park naturalist (includes craft), A nature center coloring book and crayons for all participants, Time to setup and open presents, Free time to explore the nature center, Birthday Party Themes To Choose From Include: * Scutes and Scales - Reptiles and Amphibians (live animals), * Bugs Rule! (live animals), * Birds of Prey (live animals), * Dinosaurs!, * A Pioneer Child's Life, * Seasonal Themes (i.e., Pumpkin painting, gourd critters etc.), * You may also request a theme like Spiders!, Parties may be booked six months in advance! Ages 3 and up are welcome. (20 child limit). Call Meadowside Nature Center for more information and reservations: 301-924-4141
Watkins Regional Park, 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, Information: 301-218-6757. Watkins Park Train, Carousel & Miniature Golf - Season Opening, This seasonal destination offers train rides, antique carousel rides, miniature golf and outdoor children's birthday parties.
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ZOOS
Catoctin Zoo, US Route 15, North, Thurmont, www.cwpzoo.com, 301-271-3180. Parties at the Zoo are available May through September only. One of the most popular private zoos on the East Coast, Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo offers animal birthday party packages sure to please the nature lovers in your family. Parties are available most park operating days. Parties may begin only at 11 a.m., 1 p.m, or 3 p.m. to maximize your enjoyment of the scheduled shows and encounters. The Animal Zoo-lebrity visit and any upgrade items will be presented at the Pavilion 90 minutes after your scheduled arrival time. Be prompt! This will be the last activity for many groups and makes it easy to get everyone together for gifts and song.
Maryland Zoo at Baltimore, Druid Hill Park, www.marylandzoo.org, 443-552-5277. Celebrate your child's birthday at the wildest place in town! Birthday parties are held April through October on Saturdays and Sundays. Parties need to be booked a minimum of 1 month in advance. Birthday parties include All-day admission passes for 16 guests (ages 2+) Children under 2 are free. 1 1/2 hours reserved party area, Pizza and lemonade lunch, Personalized Zoo themed birthday cake, Zoo themed plates, cups & napkins, Games and a craft activity, 15 minute visit by Bear E. White with a Group Photo as a memento.
National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 202-633-4800, www.national.si.edu. Your child and your child's friends, equipped with safari hats and expert tour guides, will explore the Zoo for an unforgettable day. Birthday parties are two hours long and are for children ages four to eight. A FONZ Birthday Party includes: A choice between three indoor decorated party rooms: the Rainforest Room, Lion's Den, or Tiger Turf. You are welcome to add personalized banners or extra decorations that can be hung with removable tape. (Sorry, no balloons are allowed at the Zoo, and our party rooms cannot accommodate piñatas.) An engaging walking tour of selected Zoo exhibits led by FONZ staff. Rain or shine, the Zoo tour will be fun and educational for all party-goers. Please ensure that children dress appropriately. A Zoo-themed goody bag of party favors for each child, including a safari hat to take home. A special birthday gift related to the tour you choose, including a plush animal, a Fujifilm photo, and a personalized certificate. All the table setting items such as tablecloths, napkins, plates, and forks.
Snacks include juice, goldfish crackers, and ice cream. You are welcome to bring additional food including birthday cake or cupcakes. One guaranteed parking space for the birthday party family. Discounted parking passes can be obtained for your guests for $10 each when you register for a party. Parking can be difficult at the Zoo.
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SPORTS
Columbia Association Birthday Parties are available at the various CA sport facilities. Birthday parties are open to everyone. Prices are based on the membership status of the birthday child. Please reserve early. See www.columbiaassociation.com
SportsPark/Skate Park with Skate Park, Miniature Golf and Batting Cages. Parties include one round of golf and 6 batting tokens per child, private table for 45 min., slice of pizza, soda, cake, invitations, and paper products. SkatePark can be added or substituted. 410-715-3054. Columbia Sports Park.
Basketball parties for ages 8 and up.. Full court with games, referee for 60 min., use of party room, cake, pizza, soda, paper products. 410-381-5355. Supreme Sports Club.
Ice Skating party includes admission, skate rental, slice of pizza or hot dog, soda, cake, paper products, balloons and private table. Group instruction optional for additional fee. Ten child minimum. 410-730-0322. Columbia Ice Rink.
Little Splashes Swimming Parties include ages 6 & under, includes ice cream, soda, invitations, party cake, paper products, table reservations, balloons. Columbia Swim Center, baby pool only.410-730-7000.
Splashdown Party includes unlimited water slide and swimming with ice cream, soda, hot dog, invitations, cake, paper products and table reservation. 20 child maximum, 10 child minimum. 43" height requirement. Columbia Swim Center, 410-730-7000.
In-Line & Roller Skating, for ages 5 and up. Three-hour skate session, party room or café for 35 minutes, cake, pizza or hot dog, soda, invitations, paper products, skate rental ($2.50 additional fee for in line skate rental). Parties held during public skate sessions or a private rental. 410-381-5355 Supreme Sports Club.
Outdoor Pools, for ages 6 and under, include coordinator, cake, paper products, balloon centerpiece, invitations, ice cream, games & activities. 410-312-6322.
Karate Parties for ages 4-10. Learn basic karate skills in a safe and fun environment. 15 child minimum. Includes hostess, paper products, balloons, invitations, pizza, cake, soda or juice. Athletic Club; 410-730-6744, Columbia Gym; 410-531-0800.
Brunswick - Columbia Bowling, 7100 Carved Stone, Columbia, Maryland 21045. Call 410-381-7750. Parties offered 2 hours on Saturdays which include use of all equipment and shoe rental, choice of pizza or hot dog and a drink and a table with all paper goods are supplied. Parents supply cake and ice cream. Parties on Sunday from 12-2pm will enjoy Cosmic Bowling. Party goers will bowl in the dark with an ongoing light show, pins that light up and watch yourself on a big screen TV.
Brunswick - Normandy, 8419 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, Md. 410-465-0655. Parties offered 2 hours on Saturdays which include use of all equipment and shoe rental, pizza, a drink and a table with all paper goods are supplied. Parents supply cake and ice cream. Parties on Sunday from 12-2pm will enjoy Cosmic Bowling. Party goers will bowl in the dark with an ongoing light show, pins that light up and watch yourself on a big screen TV.
Rocky Gorge Miniature Golf, Route 29 between Columbia and Burtonsville. A 19 hole miniature golf course, baseball and softball batting cages, arcade room, and patio with tables and umbrellas. All ages. Call 3601-725-0888 for reservations or see www.rockygorgegolf.com.
Soccerdome, 7330 Montevideo Road, Jessup, Md, and 7447 Shipley Avenue, Harmons, Md. 443-755-0014, www.soccerdome.com. Book your spring and summer birthdays now. Package includes up to 20 children, one hour of field time, party table area, referee, pizza, soda, invitations, t- shirt for party person and 20 games tokens. Call for your reservation now.
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GYMNASTICS
Columbia Gymnastics, 9200 Rumsey Rd, Suite # 2, Columbia, MD 21045, 410-964-2053. www.ColumbiaGymnastics.com. Columbia Gymnastics offers birthday parties on Saturday and Sunday, with party times of 90 minutes. Birthday child must be at least 4 years old. The instructor directed activities and games last one hour and then you have the use of the party room for the last 30 minutes. All the games and activities are geared to the age of the birthday child, and are intended for children with little or no prior gymnastics experience. Celebrate your child’s birthday where every child can be a star in a safe and caring atmosphere.
Emilia’s Acrobatics & Gymnastics Training Center, 9525 Berger Road, Columbia, Md 21046, www.eagcgym.com. They will host a birthday party for your child which includes 90 minutes of birthday fun. Supervised gymnastics, and trampoline, games and goodie bags. Party room available for drinks, food, cake and presents. Call 410-381-7565.
Fairland Sports and Aquatics Complex. 13950 Old Gunpowder Road, Laurel, MD 20707. www.pgparks.com/places/sportsfac/specialized.html
Gymnastics Birthday Parties Children love having gymnastics birthday parties at Fairland! Parties are 1½ hours long, 55 minutes of gymnastic instruction and 35 minutes of "party time" for children ages 4 to 12 years old. The gymnastics portion of the party consists of a quick warm-up, rule time, obstacle course, trampoline, balance beam, pit play, and parachute. Parties are geared to the age of the birthday child, so please remember that too large of an age span is difficult for a successful party. Please call 301-953-0030 to schedule an appointment with the Gymnastics Birthday Party Coordinator
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MARTIAL
ARTS
KS White Tiger Martial Arts, 13340 Clarksville Pike, Highland MD 20777. Call Master K at 301-854-0515 or see www.ILoveMasterLee.com. KSWTMA's Tae Kwon Do Birthday Parties are for ages 5-12. A 90 minute event that showcases your child's Tae Kwon Do ability adn attitude in front of his or her friends and family. Includes a variety of Tae Kwon Do related games adn practice of some basics like kicks and punches. The birthday child and the guests will also have an opportunity to break real wood boards.
Macon Karate, 8141 Telegraph Road, Severn MD. Call 410-674-2077. Karate birthday parties offered. Call for details.
Wilde Lake Karate, 10451 Twin Rivers Road, Columbia, MD 21044. Birthday parties include pizza, juice, snacks, Martial Arts lesson, demonstrations, gift, decorations, food and prizes. You provide the cake. Call Kevin Agahi, 410-884-7340 or visit www.wildelakekarate.com
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SWIMMING
Cascade Lake, 3000 Snydersburg Road, Hampstead, MD 21074, www.cascadelake.com 410-374-9111, 410-239-4708, . A family oriented water park in which to relax, play and enjoy the outdoors. Admission includes swimming, waterslides, (150 ft. waterslide with 5 twists and turns), fishing, picnicking and the use of the grounds. Admission to the petting zoo is $1 and includes a bag of feed. This is a treat for kids of all ages.
Columbia Swim Center, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia. 410-730-7000. www.columbiaassociation.com Includes two 360’ wet and wild water slides, a chance to swing Tarzan style on a rope into the water and use of the other pools in the complex. On Saturdays and Sundays a table is reserved for your party for 1 hour and 50 minutes, but guests are welcome to stay for the entire session. Book at least 2-3 weeks in advance. For the little swimmers, the center offers a Baby Pool Party open year round. 2-7 year olds enjoy birthday cake, soda, Popsicle, party supplies and balloon decorations. Party invitations included. Premium party packages. Call for more details. All ages.
Fairland Aquatic Center, 13950 Old Gunpowder Road, Laurel, Md. 301-206-2359. www.pgparks.com/places/sportsfac/specialized.html Kids between the ages of 1 and 15 love having birthday parties at the Fairland pool! Rent the party room for one hour to open gifts or enjoy cake and ice cream. You also get a free 15-minute setup time and 15-minute cleanup time. The fee is based on the number of children, and includes the daily admission to the pool. The birthday child is free and is not included in the number of party participants. Please call 301-206-2359 to schedule an appointment with the Pool Birthday Party Coordinator..
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Frederick Keys, Harry Grove Stadium, 21 Stadium Drive, Frederick, Md. 301-815-9900, www.frederickkeys.com. There’s no need to look any further than Harry Grove Stadium to host your child’s birthday party. The party starts in the Fun Zone where each member of your party receives a kid’s meal (Hot Dog or Pizza, chips and a canned soda) complete with a ballpark souvenir and complimentary fun zone tickets. The birthday child also receives a scoreboard message, public address announcement and a player autographed birthday card. Reserved box seats for the game are included.
Bowie Baysox, Prince George's Stadium, 4101 Northeast Crain Highway, Bowie, Md. 301-464-4880, www.baysox.com. Have a party at the ballgame with all you can eat buffet, special seating, souvenir pennants, a Happy Birthday serenade on the dugout along with and activities at the stadium.
Aberdeen Ironbirds, Ripken Stadium, 923 Gilbert Road, Aberdeen, Md. 410-297-9292, www.ironbirdsbaseball.com. Our packages are subject to change and require a minimum group of 20 people. Includes tickets to scheduled IronBirds game, IronBirds Hats, meal wristbands good limited choice of food, Custom Birthday Cake, Special Team Gift for Birthday Boy or Girl, Special Birthday Welcome over the PA system and Video Board , and Birthday recognition on top of the IronBirds dugout.
Baltimore Blast, 1st Mariner Arena, Baltimore Street, Baltimore. 410-558-4360. www.baltimoreblast.com. Make your next birthday party a Blast! The Birthday Package Includes: 10 lower-level tickets in the Birthday Party Section A visit from Blaster the mascot A party favor for every child in the party The Birthday Child Receives: Blast t-shirt, Autographed Blast pennant, Pre-game locker room visit to meet the players, Pre-game introduction with favorite Blast player, Name on the arena scoreboard, For more information on the Baltimore Blast Birthday Parties, please call Marc Dombek at 410-558-4360 or email him at mdombek@baltimoreblast.com
Washington Nationals, RFK Stadium, Washington, DC. www.nationals.com currently do not offer an official birthday package but tickets are available for groups. Call 866-800-1275.
The Washington Wizards, MCI Center, Washington DC, www.nba.com/wizards, 202-628-3200, ext. 4630. Let the Wizards host a birthday bash for you during a regularly scheduled game. Call for details
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