Ultimate Guide to Kids’ Birthday Parties in the DC Area

Is your child’s birthday around the corner? Are you overwhelmed by all the birthday party options, not to mention all of the over-the-top inspiration on Pinterest. We’ve got you covered! DC Area Moms has partnered with kids’ party venues & entertainment across DC, Maryland, and Virginia to bring you our Ultimate Guide to Kids’ Birthday Parties.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or have everything but the cupcakes, these resources will make your next birthday party easier. Take a look and make sure to bookmark or pin – you’ll have another birthday to plan next year, too!

Be sure to check out the tabs with links at the bottom of the guide too for a comprehensive list of birthday resources.

Make your child’s DREAM come true! 💫

Plan your next party at National Children’s Museum for a day full of fun for everyone. Party packages are available Saturdays and Sundays at 10 am and 2 pm. Party package options include:

✷ Dream Factory – Celebrate your little Dreamer’s big day with hands-on play! Gather friends and family in a semi-private lounge that overlooks the Museum’s whimsical Entry Hall, and embark on an adventure to explore our interactive exhibits together. Recommended for all ages.

✷ Tinkerers Treat – Ignite your child’s curiosity and ingenuity with a special hands-on activity in the Tinkerers Studio, the creative hub of National Children’s Museum. Recommended for ages 5+.

Hours:

Party Packages Available Sat and Sun: Start times at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Regular Museum Hours: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Closed Tuesdays)

Have a Blast at Flight Adventure Park! Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime?

Endless fun awaits you at the coolest adventure park in Springfield: Flight! Here, at our intergalactic adventure zone, anything can happen!

It’s the only Springfield trampoline park where thrill seekers can enjoy over 25,000 square feet of fun ANY TIME, at ANY age, and in ANY weather. We’re all indoors, packed with fun activities, and even offer a special Junior Pilot Zone for the little ones!

LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C. is in the Springfield Town Center! The attraction offers a highly interactive indoor LEGO play experience where families are free to play, explore, craft, and laugh together.

The family attraction features 12 zones to discover, including DUPLO® Park for our smaller builders, Mini World which has 1.5 million LEGO bricks on display, Imagination Express ride, make your own Mini-Figure and more!

They also offer birthday party packages to suit your needs and give your mini model builder the most brick-tastic birthday ever! Visit the attraction and let your imagination and creativity run wild!

Bring in your child’s birthday with a bang!

iGen parties are interactive, hands-on and super fun! Their themed parties are for students in elementary and middle school. Each party comes with a host who will lead the selected activity and ensure everything runs smoothly.

With the deluxe package, parents only need to send invites and show up. iGen will literally handle everything else!

We all need a little cake with our theatre sometimes! See a show to create a memorable experience for your family and friends.

Birthday packages include discounted tickets, reserved seating in the theatre, a special birthday announcement at the beginning of the show, a party afterward, and more!

Choose from either a Saturday or Sunday at the 11:00am or 2:00pm show time to take full advantage of our party discounts.

Our mission is to build community through joy.

The Play Shop offers a bespoke event space and curated gifts to make it easier to celebrate the moments that matter.

Looking for More Kids’ Birthday Party Ideas?

Use the tabs below to find vendors for your specific needs.