Baby-Tween Guide
Here are some ideas for a great Birthday Party outside of your home for girls. They are not my dreaded Indoor Playgrounds that seems the default option for most parents these days.
In Canada you have way more options if your child’s birthday is born in the summer.
Please select your child’s age group:
Age Group 1-2
Party Length-1.5-2 hours
This is the age group where most kids can walk but most are still wobbly. It is also the group with the shortest attention span, frequent feedings, diaper changes and the most crying. For this group, in the winter there are really not many options outside of the Indoor Playground.
Winter Birthday
Toronto Zoo-Zoo is great for this age group since they will be in a stroller most of the time as they travel through the Zoo. At this age they are fascinated by animals and if it is cold, you can spend most of the time at indoor pavilions.
Local Gym with toddler area-Toddlers have tons of energy and will benefit from some structured exercise. It is also a great group activity where toddlers can be gymnasts.
Lego Land at Vaughan Mills-The rides and the movie are friendly enough for this age group. They also have a special toddler area.
Summer Birthday
Local Park-great for this age group if it has a playground. That will keep them amused for a long time. Do not forget you will need a permit.
Farm-a great place to let the children run free, without the fear of falling. Most farms have play area as well as animals which is perfect for this age group.
Zoo– is great for this age group since they will be in a stroller most of the time as they travel through the Zoo. At this age they are fascinated by animals and if it is hot outside the kids will enjoy splashing at the splash pad.
Dance School-most kids enjoy and dancing. Most studios offer birthday parties options that will keep the kids entertained.
Local Park or Conservation area-great place to take the kids on a long stroller ride and have a picnic party.
Age Group 2-4
Party Length-2 hours
This age group has way more options and is best to plan since the kids are still adorable, love to learn and still listen to their parents. Most of the activities can still be enjoyed by both girls and boys.
Winter Birthday
Zoo-for this age group the children already can enjoy the various shows and programs the Zoo has to offer, such as Keeper Talks and feedings. The Zoo also allows you to create your own custom birthday plan.
Child’s favorite Restaurant-It is a good idea because your child is already familiar and loves the place. The best option is if there is a small dance floor or an area with a play area. Even a local Frozen Yogurt place could a fun place to spend a few hours.
Local Dance Studio-at this age kids can already appreciate a lot more of the dance and the studios will have different programs for parties at this age group, such as competitions and more real dancing.
Lego Land-For this age group Lego Land offer interactive Lego building classes which are a hit with the kids.
Ontario Science Museum-for kids who love to learn this is a great option. There are plenty of things to discover already for this age group.
Ripley’s Aquarium-great place to learn all about the water creatures. For children who love sea life this is the best birthday ever.
Glamour Spa-this is for girl parties mostly since they do nails and different facials, like a typical spa.
Summer Birthdays
Outdoor Sporting Places-for kids who love sports spending their birthday doing outdoor sports is a blessing. They can do wall climbing, soccer, baseball, go carting to name a few. This will definitely capture every kid’s attention.
Zoo– for this age group the children already can enjoy the various shows and programs the Zoo has to offer, such as Keeper Talks and feedings. The Zoo also allows you to create your own custom birthday plan.
Child’s favorite Restaurant-In the summer a restaurant with summer menu and a great patio is a great option.
Local Park or Conservation area-similar experience to a local park but for kids who like adventure there more games to play such as scavenger hunt or any other outdoor game that require large outdoor area.
Glamour Spa-this is for girl parties mostly since they do nails and different facials, like a typical spa.
Age Group 4-8
Party Length-2-2.5 hours
You can increase the time a little here. This is where you really have to be sensitive if most of your guests are girls and if you have any boys coming than Spa is probably not the way to go.
Winter Birthday
Escape Rooms-this is a new trend that is emerging where kids try to solve games in order to get out. It is very entertaining but expensive.
Glamour Spa– this is for girl parties mostly since they do nails and different facials, like a typical spa.
Sports Arena-there sports arenas where kids can play organized sports and competitions, like Iron kid.
Movies-great place to go in the winter and watch a real movie. Party room rental is not necessary if you just want the kids to watch a movie and play games.
Child’s favorite Restaurant-It is a good idea because your child is already familiar and loves the place. The best option is if there is a small dance floor or an area with a play area. Even a local Frozen Yogurt place could a fun place to spend a few hours. At this age kids can already have proper conversations and enjoy a good meal.
Local Dance Studio-at this age kids can actually dance and have a party with their favorite tunes. Great way to get the kids moving.
Lego Land-for this age group there is still movies to watch and Lego to build. Great way to get the kids engaged in group play.
Ontario Science Museum-for kids who love to learn this is a great option. There are tons of activities for this age group. It is also fun to see what you study in science class in real life.
Ripley’s Aquarium-great place to learn all about the water creatures. For children who love sea life this is the best birthday ever.
Reptilia in Vaughan-for kids who are not afraid of reptiles is a great way to spend a birthday having personal encounters with the critters.
Stage Theater-for the kids who love acting –Kids can create a short performance and create a fun show. There are also places that practice acting and singing together.
Roller Blading or Skating-for kids who can skate a roller blade having a birthday in the arena could be lots of fun
Summer Birthday
Restaurant-In the summer a restaurant with summer menu and a great patio is a great option.
Wonderland-a great place to have an all-day birthday party. This is more for a close circle of friends that you would want to spend the day with as it will get expensive.
Horseback riding-for kids who love horse this is a really cool adventure This will not only ride horses but groom and feed them.
Local Park or Conservation area-similar experience to a local park but for kids who like adventure there more games to play such as scavenger hunt or any other outdoor game that require large outdoor area.
Glamour Spa-this is for girl parties mostly since they do nails and different facials, like a typical spa.
Treewalk village-an obstacles course in the trees but for kids
Toronto Beach-for kids who love the beach you can have a beach picnic birthday
Boat Cruise downtown Toronto-taking the kids on a boat cruise downtown is a fun adventure
CN tower-taking the kid high up the CN tower is a really great experience