The JCC in Manhattan Make it a slam dunk party! Sports parties with Coach Darren are the most popular celebrations at the JCC in Manhattan. For children ages 2-12, birthday bashes include learning the fundamentals of basketball—dribbling, passing, shooting, and defensive footwork—in the gym space. In the festively decorated party room, kids dive into birthday cake and goodie bags. jccmanhattan.org   Mystery &… [more]

Citibabes Zebras, tigers, snakes, oh my! Kids have a blast at the Jungle Safari party at Citibabes SoHo. Children ages 1-6 can make masks and enjoy a petting zoo with tortoises, guinea pigs, and a baby kangaroo. The Signature Party Package includes a 90-minute celebration with catered food, cake, favors, arts and crafts projects, balloons, and playground time. citibabes.com Let's Dress Up! Let’s… [more]

Gracie Lonstein celebrates her 3rd birthday at Kidville. 1. The Lonsteins do it right—it’s always bubbles galore at the best little kiddies parties. 2. Make a wish! The family gathers around the colorful cake as Gracie gets ready to blow out the candles. 3. Time to make some music. Look at those tambourines go. Photos by Heidi Green Photography, heidigreen.com    Alexi Wolkoff celebrates her… [more]

For the birthday boy or girl who wants to channel his or her inner rock star, Pop Star Parties is the perfect way to feel like rock royalty for a day. With celebrations hosted at DeeTown Studios (near Union Square), partygoers get to sing to their heart’s content, analyze lyrics, and find out what goes on behind the scenes at… [more]

Fun science parties at Mad Science involve all sorts of hands–on experiments, including tornado tubes, electricity experiments, chemical reactions, air pressure activities, indoor fireworks, and other demos. All parties end with a Mad Science chemistry take-home for every child. Great for ages 5-10. newyorkcity.madscience.org… [more]

Kids At Art Arty Parties at Kids At Art start with children painting a mural and/or a creative art project. A karaoke party, best for ages 5 and older, also includes singing and dancing with music provided by a professional DJ. Once their vocal chords are exhausted, children then work on a project that the birthday child chooses ahead of time.… [more]