Party & Family Fun Guide
June 2011
Destination Parties & Places
300 Shady Grove
Enjoy 32 lanes, a casual dining menu and fun, yet affordable, group event packages with our professional wait staff on hand for every frame.
www.300ShadyGrove.com, 15720 Shady Grove Rd., Gaithersburg, MD, 301-948-1390.
Adventure Theatre in Glen Echo ParkPrivate party room, reserved theater seating, on-stage birthday acknowledgment, Light Saber Birthday Workshops, Theater Workshops tailored to your needs, reduced prices for groups of 10+.
www.adventuretheatre.org, officemanager@adventuretheatre.org, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD, 301-634-2270.
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center
Take a magical tour at Annmarie, where art and nature meet. Grab a scavenger hunt guide for indoor and outdoor art and activities. Find tree pops of famous paintings, while exploring and stimulating the senses.
www.annmariegarden.org, 13480 Dowell Rd., Dowell, MD, 410-326-4640.
Apollo Gymnastics
Celebrate your child's birthday at the hottest party spot in town! Fun, exciting gymnastics, including obstacle courses & trampoline, followed by a celebration in our party room.
www.apollogymnasticsva.com, 12700 Apollo Dr., Woodbridge, VA, 703-580-9144.
Artisphere
Artisphere is a new breed of urban arts center that features four performance venues, three visual art galleries, a 4,000 square foot ballroom, free Wi-Fi and here CafeBar.
www.artisphere.com, 1101 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA, 703-875-1100.
Audubon Naturalist Society
Outdoor explorations, bird walks, family activities, summer camp, birthday parties, school programs, natural history classes, weekend trips, travel. Open to the public dawn to dusk. Nature sanctuaries: Chevy Chase, MD and Leesburg, VA. Sanctuary Shop, (Bird seed, books, gifts), Chevy Chase. 301-652-9188, ext. 61.
www.audubonnaturalist.org, 8940 Jones Mill Rd., Chevy Chase, MD
Bach To Rock
Be a star at B2R and have a birthday party to remember! Whether you're young or young at heart, we have the perfect birthday party for you! Please visit us onlin at b2rmusic.com/birthday-parties.
www.b2rmusic.com, 7200 Wisconsin Ave., Ste. 601, Bethesda, MD, 301-961-7502.
Ballet Petite Fairytale Birthday Parties
Our parties are truly one-of-a-kind. Your birthday princess and her friends will be treated to an exquisite affair complete with a fairytale dance led by a ballerina.
301-229-6882.
Ballet Petite Musical Theatre Parties
An exciting Musical Theatre Party that provides an opportunity to perform a song & dance from a popular musical. Complete with makeup, costumes and lots more!
301-229-6882.
Big Train 2011
Big Train Party Picnics at Povich Field! Birthdays, school fundraisers, scout troops, sports teams, neighborhoods, family & friends. Small-town baseball at its best. Shirley Povich Field, Cabin John Regional Park, Bethesda, MD.
www.bigtrain.org, jami@bigtrain.org, 301-379-9145.
Bowlmor Lanes
Bowlmor offers state-of-the-art bowling with lightweight balls and gutter bumpers. Make your next birthday party a striking success by taking advantage of our various birthday packages.
www.bowlmor.com,
5353 Westbard Ave.,
Bethesda,
MD,
301-652-0955.
Busch Gardens & Water Country USA
Exciting attractions, entertaining shows and delicious dining options for children 9 and under. Have an adventure spinning, flying, splishing and splashing on one of our many kid-friendly rides. Visit Land of the Dragons and Sesame Street Forest of Fun.
www.buschgardens.com, www.watercountryusa.com, Williamsburg, VA
C3 Cyber Club
Offering inclusive two-hour video gaming birthday party experince. Unlike crowded places, and token-based games, C3 Cyber Club brings a level of hassle free fun, affordable prices and an experience tailored for your child's age.
www.C3CyberClub.com, 44710 Cape Ct., #118, Ashburn, VA, 703-729-0985.
Camp Olympia
Enjoy an outdoor party with pony rides for children ages 2-7. Ages 8+ can enjoy a hands-on introduction to horses.
www.camp-olympia.com,
5511 Muncaster Mill Rd.,
Rockville,
MD,
301-926-9281.
Castle Laser Tag
A Castle Laser Tag party is the easiest party you'll ever host. Our party staff will engage your guests from start to finish, so you can sit back and take of the credit for hosting the perfect party. Customize your special day with "Add On's."
www.gosilverstars.com, bowie@gosilverstars.com, 14201 Woodcliff Ct., Bowie, MD, 301-352-5777.
Clark's Elioak Farm
Available daily: petting farm, hayrides, pony rides, Enchanted Forest attractions, playground and play area, picnic area, country store, kids' jump course. Birthday parties and tours also available.
www.clarklandfarm.com, 10500 Route 198, Ellicott City, MD, 410-730-4049.
Clay Cafe Studios of Chantilly
Birthday parties for 10+ kids; great for all ages, boys and girls. Also offering bridal showers, baby showers, ladies night out, scout troops and fundraisers.
www.claycafechantilly.com, 13894 Metrotech Dr., Chantilly, VA, 703-817-1051.
Cocoa's Corral, LLC
Want a party your child will never forget? Give them a Pony Party! You will love our ponies and the excitement we bring!
www.cocoascorral.net,
240-478-3253.
College Park Aviation Museum
The museum hosts Aviation Advetnure Birthday Parties for boys and girls ages 3-12. Parties include an aviation-themed craft, museum exploration and goodie bags.
www.collegeparkaviationmuseum.com, 1985 Cpl. Frank Scott Dr., College Park, MD, 301-864-6029.
Columbia Horse Center
Complete equestrian facility. Lessons in Hunt Sea, Dressage, Eventing and Balance Seat for children and adults. Miles of trails, show teams, shows, horse sales, clinics.
www.columbiahorsecenter.com, 10400 Gorman Rd., Laurel, MD, 301-776-5850.
CREATE Arts Center
Your child and his/her friends will bring home a special and unique creation to remind them forever of your child's fun and unforgettable birthday celebration!
www.createartscenter.org, create@createartscenter.org, Silver Spring, MD, 301-588-2787.
DC Fencers' Club
A different kind of birthday party. Call for details.
www.dcfencing.com, 9330 Fraser Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 301-562-1990.
Dulles SportsPlex
Play your favorite sport on our fields/courts. Enjoy great food in our party rooms! Arcade tokens included in every party package. Call us today!
www.dullessportsplex.com,
21610 Atlantic Blvd.,
Sterling,
VA,
703-430-9966.
Dynamite Gymnastics Center
Your child can celebrate their birthday bouncing, swinging, tumbling and climbing in our 12,000-sq-ft gym equipped with trampolines, mats, beams, bars and bouncy floors! Our staff does everything, so sit back and enjoy the fun!
www.dynamitegc.com, parties@DynamiteGC.com, North Bethesda, MD, 301-770-2700.
Earth Treks Climbing CentersAn adventure your child will never forget! Indoor Rock Climbing for ages 6 & up. Birthday Parties, Summer Camps and Private Groups. No experience necessary. Three MD Locations: 1930 Greenspring Dr., Timonium; 7125 C Columbia Gateway Dr., Columbia; 725 Rockville Pk., Rockville.
www.EarthTreksClimbing.com, 800-CLIMB-UP.
Fairfax Museum & Visitor Center
Make us your first stop with extensive free brochures for trip planning, the "Fairfax Story" exhibit, gift shop and adjacent park and playground. Easy walk to historic district. Open daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission.
www.visitfairfax.com, 10209 Main St., Fairfax, VA, 703-385-8415.
The Family Room
The Family Room has a party room available for occasions, such as birthdays, graduations, baptisms, anniversaries and more. Please visit our website for more details.
www.thefamilyroomdc.com,
411 8th St., SE,
2nd Fl.,
Washington,
DC,
202-640-1865.
Fitness for Health
Enjoy a Fitness Fun Birthday Party with friends. Glow-in-the-dark rooms & climbing walls. Totally terrific 30-foot long trampoline. Super cool sportswall & awesome activities!
www.fitnessforhealth.org, 11140 Rockville Pk., Ste. 303, Rockville, MD, 301-231-7138.
Flying Kick Fitness, Inc.
Active fun!! Parties for kids ages 4-16; Saturdays, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Great games introduce martial arts skills in a safe, fun way. An awesome good time kids will remember!
www.flyingkicktkd.com,
4711 Chase Ave.,
Bethesda,
MD,
301-951-0543.
Green Meadows Petting Farm
June 18-July 10, 2011. Get up close and personal with the animals. Touch 'em, feed 'em...and everyone milks a cow! Interactive animal show; pig races are a favorite. Over 200 farm animals. Maze, hayrides. 1-800-799-1166; 1-301-865-9203.
www.greenmeadowsevents.com, 10102 Fingerboard Rd., Ijamsville, MD
Harmonia School of Music & Art
Music & Art Birthday Party at Harmonia School
Ages 4 & up. Music, games and crafts are combined to make a birthday party an experience your child will remember. Kids will have fun creating a take-home craft and playing movement/dance and music games.
www.harmoniaschool.org, 2942 Hunter Mill Rd., Oakton, VA, 703-938-7301.
Hersheypark
From coasters to kisses, stay close in Hershey The Sweetest Place On Earth! Hersheypark features over 65 rides and attractions for families and guests of all ages and Hershey's Chocolate World attraction offers chocolate fun for everyone.
www.Hersheypark.com, Hershey, PA, 800-HERSHEY.
Historic Blenheim & Civil War Interpretive Center
See Fairfax's newest Civil War site, recently opened to the public, featuring famous Blenheim House with soldiers' inscriptions and the Interpretive Center with exhibits, Civil War films and a gift shop with children's items. Open Tuesday-Saturday, noon-4 p.m., 1 p.m. house tour.
www.fairfaxva.ogv, 3610 Old Lee Hwy., Fairfax, VA, 703-591-0560.
Ideaventions
Ages 4-13. We hold birthday bashes on Saturdays and Sundays. These are fun-filled, 90-minute parties with a lab where kids can get their hands dirty.
www.ideaventions.com, info@ideaventions.com, 2952-H Chain Bridge Rd., Oakton, VA, 703-255-7202.
Imagination Bethesda
A Children's Street Festival Celebrating the Arts! June 4, 2011; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Live entertainment, hands-on creative activities, face painters, roving performers, balloonists and more! Imagination Bethesda takes place at the corner of Woodmont Avenue and Elm Street in downtown Bethesda.
www.bethesda.org, 301-215-6660.
Imagination Stage
Have serious family fun at Imagination Stage. Our professional theatre dedicated to kids has options for the whole family and ticket prices for every budget.
www.imaginationstage.org,
info@imaginationstage.org,
4908 Auburn Ave.,
Bethesda,
MD,
301-961-6060.
Jonah's Treehouse, LLC
Interactive, entertaining birthday parties for young children; movement-based parties in spacious play studio with custom climbing pieces, trapeze, bridges, slides, ball pool and more!
www.jonahstreehouse.com, 2121 Wisconsin Ave., C-1 Level, Washington, DC, 202-298-6805.
KS White Tiger
Martial Arts Academy
Tae Kwon Do birthday parties provide your child with an exciting 1 1/2 hour event that showcases your child's Tae Kwon Do ability and attitude in front of friends and family. A variety of related games. 5050-A Nicholson La., Rockville, MD, 301-231-0880 & 9433 Common Brook Rd., #100, 101, Owings Mills, MD, 410-363-1800.
www.ilovemasterlee.com
Keshet Child Development Center
Looking for a fun, different place to celebrate your child's next birthday? Rent one of our sunny, toy filled classrooms! Creative packages designed by preschool teacher for ages 1-5.
www.keshetcdc.com, keshetcdc@yahoo.com, 703-535-5525.
Lansdowne Resort
Lansdowne Resort is the place to celebrate a birthday! With a variety of themes, parties feature two hours of fun and swimming and can accommodate 8-20 guests.
www.lansdowneresort.com, 44050 Woodridge Pkwy., Leesburg, VA, 703-729-8400.
The Little Gym
We prepare and mail the invitations, provide paper goods, juice, balloons and name tags for each child. Free Little Gym birthday T-shirt for the birthday child. Air Track moonbounce included! In VA: Alexandria at Huntley Meadows, Ashburn, Cascades, Stone Ridge, Fairfax, Gainesville & Springfield. In MD: Potomac/Rockville, Germantown, Olney & Bowie. 1-866-4TLG-KIDS.
MarVa Tots 'n Teens
Forty-five minutes of fun, MVT staff supervised open gym. Half-hour in the party room for refreshments. We do the work, you take the photos.
www.marvatotsnteens.com, 5636 Randolph Rd., Rockville, MD, 301-468-9181.
Modeling Camp Birthday Parties
For all fashionistas ages 7-16, a fabulous Modeling Camp Birthday Party. Fashion, fun and style. Themes include Fashion Show Party, Photo Shoot Party & Tea Party.
www.modelingcamp.com, Tysons Corner, VA, 703-273-2560.
Montgomery ParksPark Activity buildings, Picnic Shelters, Party rooms & packages at Miniature Trains, Ice Rinks, Brookside Gardens, Nature Centers, Party tents at South Germantown Splash Playground. Visit ParkEventCenters.com.
www.MontgomeryParks.org, info@MontgomeryParks.org, 9500 Brunett Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 301-495-2595.
musiKids(R)
Musikids offers a studio party with entertainment by a Musikids instructor. Activities include circle songs, rhythm activities, movement games & dances and free playtime.
www.musikids.com, info@musikids.com, 301-215-7946.
My Gym Children's Fitness Center
Celebrate a special birthday with My Gym, where your child is the star of the party! Exclusive use of the gym! Fun games, rides and more! We do all the work, you relax and have fun. Alexandria, 703-971-5437; Bethesda, 301-652-2820; Burke, 703-425-5327; Chantilly, 703-378-3100; Potomac, 301-983-5300.
www.mygym.com
National Aquarium Washington, DC
For a unique underwater experience, host a birthday party to remember. Parties may be scheduled on any non-holiday weekend. Packages include special birthday packet with stickers and dlow-in-the-dark bracelets and scavenger hunt.
www.nationalaquarium.com/birthdayparties, 14th & Constitution, NW, Washington, DC, 202-482-2782.
The National Zoological Park
The Smithsonian's National Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in the country. The 163-acre zoological park is set amid Rock Creek Park in the heart of Washington, D.C., and is home to more than 2,400 individual animals of 400 different species. Our best-known residents are our giant pandas.
www.nationalzoo.si.edu, 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 202-633-3034.
Newseum
Ages 8+. Make your party front page news! Be a NewsMania contestant, try our Ace Report Challenge, take a Photo Scavenger Hunt or play Front Page Frenzy!
www.newseum.org, info@newseum.org, 555 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 888-NEWSEUM.
Potomac Horse Center
Enjoy a fun-filled birthday celebration at our horse farm. Pony rides, tractor-drawn hayrides, stable tour, candy search and a special party room make this the most delightful party option on the circuit.
www.potomachorse.com\parties, 14211 Quince Orchard Rd., Gaithersburg, MD, 301-208-0200.
Potomac Pizza
Go to www.potomacpizza.com to book the coolest make-your-own pizza parties at the Kentlands and Traville locations ONLY. Private party room available at the Kentlands location.
Potomac Pizza Locations: Chevy Chase, 301-951-1127; Potomac, 301-299-7700; Traville, 301-279-2234; Kentlands, 301-977-9777.
Rebounderz Sterling
If you want a unique birthday party for all ages where they encourage jumping off the walls, come to Rebounderz Sterling today to book your event!
www.rebounderzsterling.com, heather@rebounderzsterling.com, 22400 Davis Dr., Sterling, VA, 703-831-6944.
Rockville SportsPlex
Play your favorite sport on our fields/courts. Enjoy great food in our party rooms! Arcade tokens included in every party package. Call us today!
www.rockvillesports.com,
60 Southlawn Ct.,
Rockville,
MD,
301-838-4455.
Silver Stars Gymnastics
We offer COMPLETE birthday party packages including gymnastics fun, pizza, juice, paper products and goodie bags. The staff is friendly, helpful and experienced.
www.gosilverstars.com, Silver Spring, MD, 301-589-0938.
Simon Says Yoga
We will teach a fun, relaxing and creative yoga class for children or adults. Party bags & favors--the children decorate their own. A gift for the birthday child, cake time. Leave the set up and clean up to us! Experienced and thoughtful teachers.
www.simonsaysyoga.com, simonsaysyoga@gmail.com, 4701 Sangamore Rd., Plaza Level, Bethesda, MD, 240-505-5448.
South River Boat Rentals, LLC
Sailboat and Power Boat rentals by the half-, or full-day up to a week. Drive yourself, or take the boat with one of our captains on board. Great family outings for all ages on the Chesapeake Bay. All levels of instruction.
www.southriverboatrentals.com, 2802 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD, 410-956-9729.
Stone Branch School of Art
Let your child's birthday or special play date be a creative experience! We offer parties with an artistic flair led by professional artists and qualified art instructors.
www.stonebranchart.com, stonebranch@verizon.net, 1331-M Rockville Pk., Rockville, MD, 301-294-3600.
TK Gym & Martial Arts
Try our Ninja Birthday party this year! Parties are designed to be fun and educational. Our host and guests will have fun while learning basic martial arts skills.
www.tkmainc.com, 6831 Wisconsin Ave., P102, Chevy Chase, MD, 301-657-7782.
Tiny Dancers
Fabulous fairytale birthday parties that include favorite stories, costumes, props, goodie bags and a special gift for the birthday child. Fairfax, Gainesville, Alexandria, Middleburg.
www.tinydancers.com, 703-385-5580.
U.S. Navy Museum
Birthday parties are smooth sailing at the U.S. Navy Museum. Birthday tours and activities for grades K-8 free of charge! Call to schedule.
www.history.navy.mil/nmusn,
Wash. Navy Yard,
805 Kidder Breese St., SE,
Washington,
DC,
202-443-4882.
Urban Pirates
Baltimore's Swashbuckling Adventure! Adventure cruises, private charters, birthday packages, pirate story time, school field trips, preschool activities.
www.urbanpirates.com, 410-327-8378.
Washington Nationals Baseball
Natstown: Where Dreams Begin
Visit nationals.com/kids for family ticket deals, kids club info, kids camps & much more! Specials include "Kids Run The Bases," "Signature Sundays," "Sunday Family Fun Pack."
www.nationals.com, 1500 South Capitol St., SE, DC
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts
Wolf Trap is situated in a setting of rolling hills and woods located on 130 acres of national parkland in Vienna, VA.
www.wolftrap.org
Woodland Horse Center
For horseback riding enthusiasts of all levels. 25-acre estate--horse riding rings, stables, trails. Learn to ride, extend your expertise, or just have fun riding.
www.woodlandhorse.com, 16301 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 301-421-9156.
Entertainment & Events
AAA Ventriloquism
Professional stage-quality ventriloquism along with magic and balloon sculpture. Call us for further details or visit our website.
www.aaatimbrennan.com, 301-384-9200.
Adams Morgan Mainstreet
Adams Morgan is Family Friendly! Adams Morgan Main Street Family of Restaurants offers weekly specials for families, including fun children and family entertainment & activities. Annual Adams Morgan Day Festival features art, food, music & culture.
www.AdamsMorganNOW.com, events@ammainstreet.org, 202-232-1960.
Avalon Theatre
Weekend Family Matiness
On select weekend mornings, the Avalon Theatre features classic movies, soon-to-be-released titles, independent films and live performances for the whole family that are engaging, respectful, violence-free and ridiculously fun!
www.theavalon.org, 5612 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 202-966-6000.
Carousel Puppets
Puppet shows for all occasions. Marionettes and hand puppets, lively music and lots of audience participation. Puppet-making workshops and goodie bags available. Professional puppeteer. Serving MD, VA and DC area.
www.carouselpuppets.com, requests@carouselpuppets.com, 703-444-9426.
The Center for Ballet Arts
Family Fun Performances. 2011Spring Concert: June 18 at 7 p.m. & June 20 at 3 p.m. Oakton High School, Oakton, VA.
www.TheCenterForBalletArts.com
Michael Chamberlin, Magician
Known as the "Dean of Deception" across Washington. A favorite children's performer at birthdays, events & special occasions. Seamlessly blending magic, comedy & improvisation to create a dazzling show for the entire family.
www.mikecmagic.com, mikecmagic@hotmail.com, 301-656-5693.
DC Jazz Festival
June 1-13, 2011. With more than 100 performances in dozens of venues across the city, the DC Jazz Festival is the largest music festival in Washington, D.C. and one of the most highly anticipated cultural events in the nation
www.dcjazzfest.org
Eric Energy
Team Eric Energy can make learning fun at your party, camp, school or festival. Perfect for preschools and wide-ranging age groups. 60-minute shows and workshops that focus on various science experiments and topics.
www.ericenergy.com,
410-336-8295.
Funville Presented by Washington Parent
September 24, 2011; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Citizens of Funville will enjoy live performances, hands-on activities, giveaways, contests, demonstrations and interactive stations, focusing on education, health, the arts, parties and more. Held at White Flint Mall, North Bethesda, MD.
www.washingtonparent.com/funville, 301-320-2321.
Little Tots Summer Fun
Peterson Management
A FREE, interactive entertainment series for children and their parent or caregiver. Includes musical performance, educational activities, merchant specials and more!
Little Tots Summer Fun Locations: Washingtonian Center, www.WashingtonianCenter.com; Downtown Silver Spring, www.DowntownSilverSpring.com; Fairfax Corner, www.FairfaxCorner.com & Virginia Gateway, www.VAGateway.com. lyankowski@petersoncos.com, 703-653-8834.
Mad Science
Our 45-60 minute parties are full of spectacular science experiments! Experience chemical reactions, amazing physics and even make your own project!
www.madscience.org/dc,
parties@madscienceofdc.com,
301-593-4777.
Mike Perrello Magic
Birthday party magic shows. Live bird, prizes, illusions. Reasonable rates.
www.mikepmagic.com, 301-294-8874.
Oh Susannah
Ages 1-6. Award-winning children's singer/songwriter Susan McNelis comes to your location for parties & preschool shows. Group participation with lively songs, rhythm instruments, hand puppets, balloon animals, dancing & much more.
www.susannahmusic.com, sudiebuck@aol.com, 301-933-2006.
Paula's Fantasy Theatre & Tea Parties
Age-appropriate themes and activities with costumes, props, music, movement. Popular children's stories are dramatized, with children becoming the characters. Wide range of music/themes.
dynopaula@aol.com, 703-759-3972.
Princess Parties VirginiaChildrens' Theme Birthday Parties
500+ wishes granted, 5000+ faces painted! Surprise her, she deserves it. We sing, dance, anoint, paint faces, hug, inspire!
www.princesspartiesva.com, magic@princesspartiesva.com, 703-973-4422.
Sing Along With Karen
Karen's top-rated custom music/rhythm/movement birthday parties and special events are top-hat! An extraordinary children's entertainer and master guitarist, Karen engages children ages 1-7.
www.singalongwithkaren.com, 301-537-SING.
Talented Teen Piano Player
Parties and other occasions. Various Styles. Reasonable Rates.
andrew.fois@hotmail.com, 202-215-6811.
Vintage Virginia Wine Festival
30th Annual Wine Festival June 4 & 5, 2011. Offers something for the entire family. Opt for an adult weekend of tasting and relaxing, or parents with children will find plenty of entertainment in and around the "Family Tent."
Held at Bull run Regional Park, Centreville, VA.
www.vintagevirginia.com
WMZQ Fest
May 21, 2011. Artists include Jason Aldean, Tickets on sale now! Jiffy Lube Live, Bristow, VA.
www.wmzq.com
Washington Revels SunFest
2nd Annual Revels SunFest, a vibrant, multicultural celebration of summer! This festival will feature traditional music and dance from around the world! Free. Sunday, June 19, 2011; 1-5 p.m., downtown Silver Spring.
www.revelsdc.org/sunfest, info@revelsdc.org, 301-587-3835.
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts
Grades K-6. With 70 performances June-July, Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods presents family-friendly shows at 10 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday-Saturday. 1-877-WOLFTRAP.
www.wolftrap.org/TITW, 1645 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA
Woodfield The Magician
Woodfield's hilarious eye-popping magic will make your next party amazingly successful, memorable and fun - guaranteed!
www.woodfieldmagic.com, 703-851-7606.
Party Services
Ark Parties
Noah's Ark Animal Workshop
Ark Parties offers "make your own" stuffed animal workshops and Bella Bee workshops, which use glitter and glam to teach the importance of beauty that comes from the inside.
www.arkparties.com, info@arkparties.com, 240-938-1284.
Chef On Call
Catered dinners or hors d'oeuvres parties. We do all the shopping and food preparation. Tell us what you need.
chefRousseau@netscape.net, 703-222-9088.
Classy Kids Cook Celebrations!
All inclusive birthday celebrations--prepare an entree, decorate cupcakes, open gifts, aprons, chef hats and enjoy your meal! Up to 8 children, ages 4-17.
www.ClassyKidsCook.com,
202-525-4848.
Cocoa's Corral, LLC
Want a party your child will never forget? Give them a Pony Party! You will love our ponies and the excitement we bring!
www.cocoascorral.net,
240-478-3253.
Dee Vinchey
Award-winning face painting and balloon art. Henna, glitter tattoos, magicians and more. Let us help make your event memorable.
www.deevinchey.com, Carolturmanva@aol.com, 703-508-0177.
Dinosaur Birthday Party
Does your budding paleontologist want to find real dinosaur fossils? Dr. Peter Kranz, dinosaur paleontologist, provides field trips, home parties and other opportunities to have fun!
www.dinosaurfund.org, 202-547-3326.
The Family Room
The Family Room has a party room available for occasions, such as birthdays, graduations, baptisms, anniversaries and more. Please visit our website for more details.
www.thefamilyroomdc.com,
411 8th St., SE,
2nd Fl.,
Washington,
DC,
202-640-1865.
Kids' Parties Inc.
Providing nearly 20 years of outstanding and affordable children's entertainment, including clowns, magicians, face painters, balloon sculptors, caricaturists, superheroes, princesses, seasonal characters, etc. Serving MD, DC & VA.
www.kidspartiesdc.com, 703-802-3385.
Leaps & Bounds
GoJumps rents awesome moon bounces for events in No. VA, MD & D.C. We rent by the event, not by the hour! We deliver, set-up and take down. We santize every moon bounce before every event. High quality at low prices. Cotton Candy Machine for rent. 1-866-GoJumps (465-8677).
www.GoJumps.com
McLean Community Center
The McLean Community Center has large and small rooms available for rent. Community Hall can seat 200. Commercial kitchen with no catering restrictions. Central location.
www.mcleancenter.org, mail@mcleancenter.org, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, VA, 703-790-0123.
Mr. Omelette Caterers
Complete dairy caterer specializing in omelettes, waffles, pasta dishes, crepes...made to order in your home, office or outdoors. Now featuring cappuccino & fresh fruit smoothie bars.
Serving MD, DC & VA.
www.Mromelettemd.com,
301-340-2800.
Parties with Panache
Have your cake and eat it too with Parties with Panache--your total party planning experts! Book your child's memorable party today!
www.parties-with-panache.com,
202-573-PRTY.
Party Central
Let's Dance!! Movement to music and games--We're nonstop fun, energy and excitement. Programs are age-appropriate. The best way to party for ages 6-12.
www.partycentralrocks.com,
info@partycentralrocks.com,
301-330-6999.
Party City
Nobody has more party for less! Gifts, accessories, decorations and party supplies. Baby showers, baptisms, communions, birthdays, graduations, weddings and more. Bailey's Crossroads, 703-998-0111; Chantilly, 703-263-9170; Fairfax, 703-934-4434; Leesburg, 703-669-4222; Sterling, 571-434-8890; Woodbridge, 703-583-6500.
www.partycity.com
Party Gym & Balloons
The Fun Comes To You! If you have always dreamed of an easy way to bring an entertaining party to your place, let us do the work for you. We promise a world of adventure! Our designs are perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and more.
www.partygymandballoons.com, info@partygymballoons.com, 703-273-2004.
The Party Masters
Highly skilled entertainers for your child's next party. See our website today!
202-714-0303 or 301-907-6853.
www.thepartymasters.com
Playhouse Parties, LLC
A party planning service devoted to taking care of everything from start to finish, and passionate about creating an experience and not just an event.
www.playhousepartiesllc.com,
toni@playhousepartiesllc.com,
443-388-6082.
Reptiles Alive! LLC
Amazing live animals will star in an educational, hands-on experience you will never forget. Perfect for schools, parties and special events.
www.ReptilesAlive.com, reptilesalive@gmail.com, 703-560-0257.
Tiny Chefs
Tiny Chefs offers interactive cooking parties for children ages 4-14. We come to your location and bring all supplies. Cost varies depending on age.
www.tinychefs.com, anna@tinychefs.com, 301-518-6108.
Trig Progeny Events
Tired of going to boring events? We guarantee your next event will be the talk of the town!
tpeventplanning2011@gmail.com, 240-601-5247.
Under The Sea
We bring live marine animals such as crabs, sea stars and sharks to your birthday party, for an exciting and educational look at some amazing sea creatures.
www.touchthesea.org, 703-464-4763.
Resources
Cultural Tourism DC
A nonprofit linking you to Washington's heritage and arts.
www.culturaltourismdc.org
Destination DC
Make DC yours. Plan outings in your own backyard. The official tourism site of Washington, DC.
www.washington.org, 202-789-7000.
Maryland Office of Tourism
Plan a Maryland vacation. A guide to history & heritage, state parks and more.
www.visitmaryland.org
Vacation in Virginia
Fifty-one cool places for kids. Be a colonist, astronaut, solider, scientist.
www.Virginia.org
Virginia Tourism
Fun for kids in Virginia. Fun family day trips.
www.funforkids.virginia.cc