Birthdays: Rockin’ Guacamole + A Super Science Party

Note To Readers: Our “Birthdays Of The Week” feature highlights venues we love, regardless of whether they have availability at the moment. Check with individual venues for more information regarding schedules and availability options.

Rosa Mexicano Restaurants: Available at all three of their Manhattan locations, Rosa Mexicano has turned authentic Mexican cooking into a “juego de ninos” (that’s Spanish for child’s play). The popular Rock the Guac program combines the flavors of Mexico with fun for all ages, where chefs teach children how to prepare tableside guacamole. rosamexicano.com

SciTech Kids: SciTech Kids offers science parties that include experiments and demonstrations that are interactive, exciting, and educational for kids ages 4-11. Themes include Slime Party, Glow in the Dark Party, Harry Potter Potion Party, and more.

Kids become budding scientists as they conduct cool experiments and enjoy special effects that thrill and inform young minds! sci-techkids.com

Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park & Children’s Zoo

Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park &amp; Children&rsquo;s Zoo presents programming for children and families of all ages, animal encounters, zookeeper experiences, VIP tours, season memberships, and much more! Camp Zoo introduces and immerses children in nature through outdoor exploration, games, crafts, and other educational hands-on activities.&nbsp; In partnership with their nonprofit arm, the Foundation for Wildlife Sustainability, the game farm also offers culture, education, and wellness programs to connect people with wildlife and the natural environment.&nbsp; A critical aspect of the game farm is serving as a sanctuary to animals that&nbsp;have been rescued, rehabilitated, or re-homed, including Sicilian miniature donkeys, alpacas, African Sulcatta tortoises, peacocks, rabbits, goats, sheep,&nbsp;alligators, and our beloved Gomez, a Sulphur-crested cockatoo, and Nala, an African Serval cat!&nbsp; &nbsp;

PaleyLand Holiday Experience

Celebrate the holidays at PaleyLand at the Paley Museum, New York's must-visit destination for a holiday adventure, just steps from Rockefeller Center! Our five-floor immersive holiday extravaganza, includes photos with Santa and holiday characters, crafts, giveaways, screenings of classic holiday favorites, hot chocolate, a magical train display, and more. Escape the cold and the crowds, and enjoy our indoor wonderland where families can play, relax, and create timeless memories together in our holiday oasis in the heart of midtown Manhattan. General Admission to PaleyLand is free for children under 12. The holiday extravaganza is open from November 20 &ndash; January 5 at the Paley Museum, 25 W 52 Street, NYC. Paley Members enjoy free access. Come to PaleyLand again and again to see all your favorite characters and screenings. After just one visit, membership pays for itself! &nbsp;

Max Adventures

<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Max Adventures is an exclusive,100% private, interactive, and fun-filled kids birthday <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">party center in Marine Park, Brooklyn committed to creating unforgettable experiences for the entire family. &nbsp; <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Each child&rsquo;s birthday party includes unlimited access to our open play area which guarantees MAX-imum entertainment for kids of all ages. Every Max Adventures kids&rsquo; birthday party is supervised, energetic, exciting, and 100% Private! With many activities to choose from like: Super Blocks (interactive "floor is lava" game), Glow in the Dark, Laser Tag, Laser Maze, VR, Axe Throwing (safe for kids), Arcade Games, Beach Ball Pit, Soft Play, Photo Booth, Bounce House, Gaming Console room and much more. &nbsp; <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">At Max Adventures they believe that a party is only successful if everyone has fun. No matter your age, gender, or passion, you&rsquo;ll find the fun you&rsquo;re looking for when you step into the world of Max Adventures. They also offer a variety of add-on items for party attendees for a truly customized experience, including goodie bags, graffiti glow hats and headbands, and costumed character meet-and-greets. Book your party today! &nbsp;