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GUIDE: Plan Your Next Birthday Party!

Local businesses and resources to plan your child's next birthday party in the Greater Danbury area!

By Meghan Friedland, Editor/Publisher Macaroni Kid Danbury-Bethel-Ridgefield, CT January 1, 2015
Welcome to the Annual Macaroni Kid Online Birthday Party Guide! Here you will find helpful local resources to plan your child's perfect birthday party! We've scouted out some of the best local birthday party venues, bakeries, entertainers and more. Be sure to mention us when you call and book your party as many businesses offer a special discount to Macaroni Kid readers! NOTE: The Guide is so large that we needed to split it in two articles ... at the end, click the link to view Part 2.

Balloons, Etc. – Artistry in Design
Danbury; Contact Jack: 203-744-4723; mailto:jgillotte@yahoo.com 
Creating fun and exciting events for 30 years. Designs limited only by your imagination. Castles in the clouds, a wild west theme, under the sea or a glittery space theme, these are just a few of the ideas that can make your party perfect. Just looking for simple and fun, that is our pleasure too! We combine balloons, fabric, lights, silk flowers and more to take your event above the rest!

Bash! Boutique Events and Organic Cakery
7 East Hayestown Road, Danbury; 203-826-9910; www.amalakahcreation.com
Bash! Event Boutique and Organic Cakery specializes in coordinating and designing uniquely custom events and cakes for every occasion, creating a magical experience that promise to bring wonderful memories for years to come. Our full service approach to your special event includes everything from theme development, planning, setup and hosting. We offer innovative personalized invitations to set the party mood alolng with premium party favors and our organic speciality cakes that will carry your theme through to the party's end.

Danbury Railway Museum
120 White Street, Danbury; 203-778-8337; www.danburyrail.org
The Danbury Railway Museum is located in the historic 1903 railroad station. Inside there are several model railroads, displays, children’s play area, and gift shop. The 10-acre railyard is home to over 60 locomotives and cars. Weekend train rides are available from April – November, and Birthday parties are available on weekends year-round (except December). Parties include a Locomotive Cab Ride Pass for the birthday child and one adult redeemable April - November. Have your child's next birthday party with us! Mention Macaroni Kid and get $10 off!

Danbury Sports Dome
25 Shelter Rock Lane, Danbury; 203-778-3663; www.danburysportsdome.com
The Danbury Sports Dome is the ideal place to host your child's birthday party! We will provide staff to lead and organize field activities/games in our state-of-the-art, multi-sport facility. Our team will also set up and coordinate your celebration time in our party room so the only thing you have to do is ENJOY! Our packages include field activities, food, beverages, a cake and a variety of add-ons such as inflatables, outdoor paintball and more. Make your celebration special and book the Danbury Sports Dome to PARTY! Mention Macaroni Kid when booking your party and save $25!

Danbury Westerners
Rogers Park, Danbury; 203-788-3408; www.danburywesterners.com
Take 'em out to a ballgame! Have your child's next birthday party at a local Danbury Westerners collegiate baseball game! All you need to do is invite friends and bring a cake. We'll do the rest! Cost is $160 for up to 10 guests. $10/additional child. Pizza and juice boxes included. Parties are held at 6PM at Rogers Park Picnic Table (3rd base side). Goody bag options available! So give us a call to catch the fun at your child's next birthday party! 

Durants Party Rentals

98 ½ Mill Plain Rd., Danbury; 203-744-2295; www.durantsparty.com
We offer just about anything you can imagine, to make your birthday party the best event ever! Rent our tables, chairs, tents, linens, inflatables, a photo booth and so much more!

Enchanted Garden Studios
165 Danbury Rd. (Rte 35) & 529 Ethan Allen Hwy. (Rte 7); 203-431-3350; www.enchantedgardenstudios.com
We offer award-winning, customized birthday parties for ages 1-13 at our two beautiful studios in Ridgefield. Choose from our exciting menu of options, including gymnastics, bouncy castles, face painting, crafts, and a large selection of themes: princesses/knights, pirates/mermaids, animals, movies, hip hop/breakdance/dance games, recording studio, and more. All parties are led by our expert teaching staff. You and your guests will enjoy exclusive use of our beautiful party spaces -- no noise from other parties. We provide the entertainment, setup, paper goods, serving, and cleanup.

Famous Pizza
1 PT Barnum Sq., Bethel; (203) 797-1550 ; www.famouspizzabethel.com
Bethel's hometown pizzeria is famous for its "Make Your Own Pizza" Birthday Parties! Parties are held Saturdays either from 11AM-1PM or 2PM-4PM. The party package is for up to 15 children and includes 2 hours in a private party room, a Famous Pizza cloth apron for each guest, children make their own pizza with their favorite toppings, choice of juice box or soda and an activity with party host, Miss Sharon. Two large pizzas and pitchers of soda for additional guests. The Party cost is $250 plus tax. $10/additional child. $100 non-refundable deposit required at booking. No outside food/drinks allowed except cakes/desserts.

Fun Factor
1106 Federal Road, Brookfield; 203-546-8470; www.funfactorbf.com
Fun Factor has become the favorite play and party destination for children of all ages. We feature large over-sized inflatables/slides, obstacle courses, sport bouncies, a toddler bounce area for the very young and arcade games. Party packages are available to fit every budget and a personal host is provided for each event. Fun Factor is your Birthday Party Headquarters!

Georgetown Martial Arts
9 Ethan Allen Highway, Ridgefield; 203-544-6055; www.georgetownmartialarts.com
Georgetown Martial Arts birthday parties are a fun and unique experience for everyone. The party participants learn some karate moves while also playing ninja volleyball, samurai tug of war, and other awesome games! The party includes a piñata filled with candy and prizes, ninja headbands, ninja throwing stars (for older children), and a special mask for the birthday child. The highlight of the party is having the birthday cake cut with a sword by our instructor! The cost is $350 for up to 16 children, with additional children $10 each. Our parties are offered Saturday’s 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm and on Friday’s by special request. Mention Macaroni Kid and get $10 off your child’s birthday party.  


Gymnastics Spectrum
69 Kenosia Ave Ext, Danbury; (203) 790-8034; www.gymspectrum.com
Our PRIVATE action-packed, fun-filled parties provide your birthday child with 1 hr of gym activity lead by your very own Party Leader and 30 minutes in our PRIVATE party room! Our signature party includes organized group games, obstacle courses, playing in our huge foam-filled pit, jumping on trampolines, INFLATABLES & more- all to the beat of fun music! Save $25 off your next birthday party when registering online with promo code: GSMacaroni25

Monster Mini Golf
14 Starr Road, Danbury; (203) 744-GOLF (4653); www.monsterminigolf.com
Monster Mini Golf is an exciting indoor monster themed glow in the dark 18 hole miniature golf course that offers a host of fun activities at every turn.  This is not your average mini golf course!  Whether you’re visiting for the first time, or the hundredth, you feel the excitement and adventure of playing mini golf among a scary but cool monster décor with custom and animated props at every turn.  In addition, we have a state of the art arcade game area and two private birthday party rooms.



Click here to see more businesses in Part 2 of the Guide