Kidz Parties and more…
As parents we know that the happiness of our kids is priceless. When they are satisfied, so are we. And as parents we want to please our kids. But some parties have gone just downright crazy. The perfect decorations, the perfect entertainment and the perfect cake have become important in making your child’s special day perfect.
Check out some of the price tags of just a few “kid’s” parties we found when putting our guide together. It would appear that the average extravagant party these days could cost $5,000 or more but price tags have run up to $100,000 in the celebrity world.
Does this mean that celebrities love their kids more? Of course not. You don’t need to spend thousands of dollars to make your child happy. There are dozens of affordable ways to throw a party your child will love and enjoy. Take a look at our Party Guide for some great ideas.
If you’re in the party planning stages, check out some of the upcoming kid’s events as a fun way to entertain your kids and their friends. The events just might create a great venue for your party.
The guide also includes several alternative educational choices.
Rubber Ducky Regatta
Saturday, October 18
Castaic Lake – 32132 Castaic Lake Drive
Contact: Diandra Mora
661-257-2339, ext. 302
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www.sdfhc.org
Child & Family Center’s Kid Expo
Sunday, October 19
Golden Valley High School
Contact: Cheryl Jones
661-255-6847, ext. 3018
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www.childfamilycenter.org
Kids Arts and Literacy Festival
Friday, December 5
Saturday, December 6
William S. Hart Park
Contact: Ann Unger
661-414-4465
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www.scveducationfoundation.org Academy Swim Club
28079 Smyth Drive
Valencia, CA 91355
661-702-8585
www.swim4life.com Have a Hawaiian Tropic Birthday Swim Party - even in cold weather! Includes indoor swimming, lifeguards, swim games, pizza, ice cream birthday cake and special party favors. You invite your guests and we do the rest! Pool is heated, year round, to a comfortable 90-92 degrees. A Chorus Line Dancewear and Costumes
23300 Cinema Drive #101
Valencia, CA
661-253-0030
Where can you find the perfect costume for your party? If you try A Chorus Line in Valencia, your prayers will be answered! Whatever you’re looking for -- an infant football player, an adult superhero, a medieval damsel, a “tween” Hannah Montana, a plus-size Caesar/Cleopatra matched set, or a hard-to-find accessory, it’s here. Standard costumes may be purchased, and deluxe costumes rented, all with the same attention to detail by expert staff. At A Chorus Line, it’s about you! A Chorus Line is a 26-year-old, family-owned business, and is a proud member of the National Costumers Association. AV Learning Academy
661-952-6028
www.avlearning.org
A growing number of parents are choosing home study as a way to educate their children. AV Learning Academy offers a no-cost alternative designed to serve those needs. AV Learning Academy offers a unique home study program that allows students to excel at their own pace in a caring environment that is suitable to their own unique needs. If you are seeking something different for your child, learn more about how AV Learning Academy can make a difference in your child’s education. Chaminade College Preparatory
High School Campus
7500 Chaminade Ave., West Hills, CA 91304-5384
818-347-8300
Middle School Campus
19800 Devonshire Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311-3501
818-363-8127
www.chaminade.org
Chaminade College Preparatory is a private Catholic school in the Marianist tradition for grades six through twelve. Chaminade is a fully accredited National Blue Ribbon school that offers college-bound students from diverse cultural, religious and economic backgrounds a rigorous and relevant curriculum enhanced by quality extra- and co-curricular programs. The mission of Chaminade College Preparatory is to form morally aware and academically capable people to be outstanding contributors to the future. Fun & Fit Gymnastics
661-255-7244
www.funandfit.com
At Fun & Fit Gymnastics the entire facility is yours for your child’s PRIVATE PARTY. Relax and enjoy yourself while our staff does all the work. We entertain the kids, serve refreshments and clean up. You don’t lift a finger except to take photos of the kids having fun in our bright, clean AIR CONDITIONED facility located in the heart of the SCV. Discounts provided when booked 30 days in advance.
Also in Burbank and Simi Valley Lighthouse Learning
28300 Constellation Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
661-255-2202
661-373-5541
www.drchang.net
Need a night out AWAY from the kids? But by the time you go to dinner, the movies , THEN pay the sitter....you can’t afford to go! Boy! Do I have an idea for you! At Lighthouse Learning Center they’re doing Parent’s Night Out on Fridays for only .. get this… five dollars an hour. WOW! And there’s so much for your kids to do! AND.. it’s a really cool place to have your kid’s party without the extra expenses.
Math Support
661-255-1730
Over the past 15 years Math Support Services has grown to become the premier supplemental mathematics educator in the Santa Clarita Valley. Math Support Services offers both private and focus group instruction and academic mentoring for grade levels 4-College. Math Support offers fully accredited transferable math courses and a fun and exciting SAT preparation program. Our instructors are enthusiastic, dynamic teachers that make the learning process enjoyable for students of all ages. Mountasia Fun Center
Farrell’s Ice Cream Parlour & Restaurant
21516 Golden Triangle Rd., Santa Clarita, CA 91350
661-253-4FUN
www.Mountasiafuncenter.com Looking for the most FUN party with the BEST value? Mountasia Fun Center, voted “Best Place to Throw a Party” featuring Farrell’s Ice Cream Parlour & Restaurant, voted “Most Kid-Friendly Restaurant” is the ultimate party destination! We do all the work and you have all the FUN! And, we have NEW party packages featuring longer playtime, complimentary parent seating (based on availability) and BONUS points for Video Game play! Dates fill up fast so call us today! Racer’s Edge Indoor Karting 26455 Ruether Avenue, Santa Clarita, CA 888-805-RACE www.racersedgekarting.com
Join the fun at Santa Clarita’s most exciting new party destination! Kids (and adults) can come and drive environmentally-safe, speed-controlled indoor go-karts. Beautiful, clean facility with two tracks. Plus Power Wheels for younger kids! Featuring multiple party rooms, on-site catering, special theme packages, racing games, mid-week specials, trophies or medals awarded to all drivers, party bags and special gift for the birthday child. Every detail is handled for you! Scooter’s Jungle
28230 Constellation Road
Valencia, CA 91355
661-877-4400
Scooter’s Jungle specializes in private parties that are FUN, WILD, and ENERGETIC! When you visit, you will find incredible, HUGE, inflatables, plus many play items. You will also find a beautiful building, clean and decorated with wonderful tropical graphics throughout. Kids and Adults enjoy playing at Scooter’s Jungle, our equipment is unique and active…adults go so wild that we have to remind them to give the kids a turn! Book your next birthday party at Scooter’s Jungle and be AMAZED! Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
23041 Newhall Ranch Road & 17150 Soledad Canyon Road
661-263-2655 & 661-252-3144
www.tutortime.com
At Tutor Time, we provide positive social-emotional experiences for your child. We encourage them to try new things while helping them to discover what they are capable of. We model kind and generous behaviors when interacting with children and adults. We establish daily routines to help tem feel confident and secure; and we acknowledge your child’s feelings. As a result, your child feels good about him or herself and develops confidence. Make the smart choice for your child – Tutor Time. Vibe Performing Arts Studios
24460 1/4 Lyons Avenue
Santa Clarita, CA
661-255-7464
www.vpasonline.com
With over 25 instructors, seven private studios, a dance studio and theatre; VIBE offers something for the entire family. From singing, acting, instruments, and dance; it’s easy to bring performing arts into any household with affordable group classes starting at $12. Families can make VIBE a “one-stop” place and even work to schedule classes and private lessons for everyone in one or two days. Great Holiday gifts, gift certificates and entertainment including Carolers and Santa! PARTIES: $5,000
Harry Potter party in your home Recreate Diagon Alley and Hogwarts in your house. Deck the birthday child in a robe, a wand, a personal astrology chart and a cauldron full of candy. Have guests dress as potion instructors and wizards, hire a monster to creep up through a window, and have someone fall into a trance.
School volunteer from Seattle, Washington for her daughter. $10,000
Princess wonderland Have a princess hand deliver your personalized invitations to your guests. Hire princesses and characters out of Alice in Wonderland, a horse drawn carriage, a 12-foot tall balloon sculpture of Little Mermaid and 10 activity tents.
Stay-at-home mom from Westlake Village, California for her daughter’s 3rd birthday.
$25,000
Toy Store Extravaganza Rent out FAO Schwartz, the New York City toy emporium, but be prepared to pay a lot more because this is only the “base price”…food, etc. extra.
$50,000
New York City Celebration
Rent out the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Manhattan, Deck the tables out with cherry blossoms and fine china. Hire a magician, arcade games, face painters and a castle bounce house.
New York City party planner for his daughter’s first birthday. $100,000
Hollywood Gone Crazy!
Pay Wolfgang Puck $45,000 for catering, order $17,000 worth of fresh flowers and release 1,000 butterflies around the guest of honor.
Tom and Katie Cruise for Suri’s 2nd birthday. | 