5 Fun Winter Birthday Party Ideas for Kids in New Jersey

Sometimes it's hard to plan parties for our winter babies. I actually had a party in December at my house (GASP!). It was successful but what was I thinking having sugar-crazed 7-year olds in my home the week before Christmas?! It's February and I'm still finding candy canes in the couch and glitter in places no one wants to find glitter. Needless to say, I'm already thinking about how to avoid that experience next year, so here are 5 awesome, off-the-beaten-path winter birthday venues.

Pax Amicus Theater (Budd Lake)

Pax Amicus Castle Theater is a hidden magical gem, where you can have your prince and princesses dress up in regal attire to attend a show in a castle right on the lake. Two upcoming children’s shows are The Littlle Mermaid in February and The Adventures of Peter Rabbit in April. See the show and visit a local pizzeria afterwards for a fun afternoon or evening party. Cast and crew are always happy to do a meet and greet as well. Group rates for 25 or more. 973-691-2100.



Villa Roller Rink (Broadway)

Travel back in time to scrunchies, parachute pants and high hair, oh my! This rink has not changed a bit since the '80s and offers parties packages for all budgets. Party goers can walk (or skate) like an Egyptian while parents chill at the snack bar or watch the big video screen. Party packages range from $55-$239. (908) 689-6155


a.r.t.House (Hackettstown) 


The a.r.t. House is great for creative kids and their moms who don’t want to clean up the mess! 
a.r.t stands for Anna and Rebecca's temenos. A temenos is a sacrifice circle where one can be themselves without fear. Rebecca and Anna grew up together and have been best friends since 4th grade. They have always been creative and artistic, and wanted to give kids (and kids at heart) a place where they can learn about art, enhance and release their own creativity.  Birthday parties vary from mosaics to ceramics or create your own theme. The a.r.t House will customize a package to reflect a craft that represents your child, giving a unique and individual experience for the birthday girl or boy. Party prices range from $200-$255.
 (And besides birthday parties they offer playdates and exciting new workshops: Valentine's Day jewelry workshop, mini-artcamp,  Presidents day workshop, and clay creations mini-class.) 908-850-5278

Shawnee Snow Tubing (PA)

If you have a true winter-loving baby, embrace the cold and take the Pocono Plunge!
 Parties include two hours of tubing and lunch for a minimum of 10 people and a reserved table inside at the Trepp lodge. $22 per person. To make your reservation, please contact (570) 421-7231 ext. 223.



Sports Galaxy (Hackettstown

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Sports Galaxy offers sports themed birthday parties inside a brand new facility. They supply Sports Galaxy referees to supervise the activities, so the parents can relax, take pictures, and surf the net on their free wifi.  For smaller parties of up to 10 children, your child's birthday will include: half of their field for an hour and the party room for two hours, two pizzas, white paper goods, and one Sports Galaxy referee.  For  parties of 11 - 20 children, your child's party will include: 4/6 of the field for an hour and the party room for two hours, three pizzas, white paper goods, and two Sports Galaxy referees.  Birthday boys and girls can choose from a wide variety of indoor sports such as wiffle ball, dodgeball, soccer, flag football, relay races, and obstacle courses. Party packages range from $225-$325.

 (908) 269-8952