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Parents on the go demand quick and easy access to the resources and services they need! IdleChild's Resource section is every family's essential guide to schools, entertainers, childcare, education - even great ideas for weekend fun or a getaway. And much more!

North Sound

3-2-1 Bounce
1111 80th St. S.W., Suite 200
Everett, WA
Phone: (425) 438-0321
Website

Alderwood Dance Spectrum
19231 33rd Ave. W.
Lynnwood , WA 98036
Phone: (425) 771-2994
Website
Providing skills to enjoy dance for a lifetime. Lessons, Birthdays & Fairytale Princess camp. Visit our website for info on choosing a dance school.

Dig It: The Fossil Workshop
1402 S.E. Everett Mall Way
Everett, WA 98208
Phone: (425) 423-8506
Website
Dig It! is the nation's first interactive learning experience to have fun and learn about geology and paleontology. Dig It has Jurassic sand quarries where children dig up and prepare real fossils. And they get to take home their find! A great field trip destination and birthday party place.

Evergreen Lanes
5111 Claremont Way
Everett, WA
Phone: (425) 259-7206
Website
Evergreen Lanes has children's birthday parties. Fun for kids - easy for parents. Glow Bowling - lights, music & videos. Bumper bowling available.

Funtasia Family Fun Park, Inc.
7212 220th Ave. S.W.
Edmonds, WA
Phone: (425) 775-2174
Website

Glazed and Amazed
514 Main St.
Edmonds, WA
Phone: (425) 673-5474
Website

Imagine Children's Museum
1502 Wall St.
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 258-1006
Website
Hands-on exhibits, birthday parties, special events for ages 1-12 years. Imagine Children's Museum...where fun begins & learning never ends!

Kids 'N' Clay
19125 33rd Ave. W, Suite D
Lynnwood, WA 98037
Phone: (425) 673-CLAY
Website
Kids 'N' Clay Pottery Studios provide an ideal environment for children to explore their creativity while learning the craft of ceramics. Nationally recognized for its innovative programs, Kids 'N' Clay offers affordable on-going weekly classes for kids 3 to 18 years of age. With a high Teacher to student ratio, artist-in-residence are assured to receive the attention they need to complete projects created on the pottery wheel or from using several different hand building techniques . In addition we offer, holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, field trips/outreach programs, home school classes and scout badge workshops.

Pump It Up
18027 Highway 99
Lynnwood, WA 98037
Phone: (425) 774-2297
Website
Pump It Up provides FUN PRIVATE PARTIES in our safe, secure indoor arenas and decorated party rooms. Kids love our huge inflatable play structures and our parties offer active play and exercise for all ages. Great for birthdays, team parties, school field trips, youth groups, child care centers, and more! Check us out on the web at www.pumpitupparty.com for more information.

Whatcom Children's Museum
227 Prospect Street
Bellingham, WA 98225 Map It
Phone: (360) 738-8970
Website
The Whatcom Children�s Museum seeks to cultivate a child�s natural sense of wonder, stimulating the imagination through exciting interactive experiences.

Whirly Ball
23401 Hwy 99
Edmonds, WA
Phone: (425) 672-3332
Website

Central Sound

Baby Loves Disco
Phone: (206) 579-5372
Website
Baby Loves Disco is a monthly family dance party that transforms the hippest night clubs into child proof discos! BLD gives toddlers, pre-schoolers and parents looking for a break from the routine playground circuit a chance to let loose for some post naptime, pre-dinner fun. Make no mistake, this is NOT the Mickey Mouse Club, and Barney is banned. BLD is an afternoon dance party featuring real music spun and mixed by real djs blending classic disco tunes from the 70s, & 80s guaranteed to get those little booties moving and groovin'. The fun spills out from all corners of the club: bubble machines, baskets of scarves and egg-shakers, a chill-out room (with tents, books and puzzles), diaper changing stations, a full spread of healthy snacks and dancing, LOTS of dancing. But at its core, BLD is a community event that brings kids together with kids and parents together with parents.

The Bouncy Place
22647 72nds Ave. S.
Kent, WA
Phone: (253) 872-2155
Website
We are a 32,000 square foot indoor party destination located in the Kent Valley. Our facility includes eleven inflatable games, bouncers, slides and obstacle courses that provide a variety of fun for any age.

Burke Museum
Box 353010
University of Washington Campus
Seattle, WA 98195
Phone: (206) 616-2036
Website
Book a Dinosaur Birthday Party for your budding paleontologist! Enjoy two hours in the Burke Room with dinosaur puzzles, do-it-yourself party hats and fossil rubbing. Bring a cake to complete the party. Tour the Burke to see the dinosaurs, fossils and the other natural wonders of our collection.

The Children's Museum, Seattle
305 Harrison St.
Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: (206) 441-1768
Website
The Children's Museum, Seattle brings to life the joy of discovery for children and their families through hands-on explorations of the world. TCM is a 22,000 sq. ft. trusted, engaging informal learning environment that ignites birth-10 year old children's imaginations with limitless possibilities!

Chuck E. Cheese's
Bellevue, Burlington, Kelso, Kent, Lynnwood, Olympia
Website
Throw a magical party without lifting a finger! Our parties are a totally cool way for your kids to celebrate with the fun of Chuck E. Cheese's. Plus, all you do is relax, because we do all the work.

Creation Station
19511 64th Ave. W.
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Phone: (425) 775-7959
Website
The most unique shopping and Birthday Parties around! Fantastic materials for arts, crafts or inventing. Two hours well spent. Some normal stuff too.

Fun Forest Amusement Park
Seattle Center
305 Harrison St.
Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: (206) 728-1585
Website
Thrill rides, Kiddie rides, 25' climbing wall, Lazer Tag, Mini-golf and more. Full park is open at Noon daily June through Labor Day and weekends spring and fall. The pavilion is open at 11 AM daily all year. Party packages available.

Game Works
1511 7th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: (206) 521-0952
Website

Glazed and Amazed
5405 Ballard Ave. N.W.
Seattle, WA
Phone: (206) 789-7160
Website

Kids Discovery Museum
305 Madison Ave. N,
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Phone: (206) 855-4650
Website

The Little Artist
4740 California Ave. S.W.
Seattle, WA 98116
Phone: (206) 935-4185
Website
No hassle art birthday bash- includes 2 hours of art fun. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Art classes, summer art camps and drop in art play time. Check website for schedule.

The Moonpaper Tent
918 N.E. 64th St.
Seattle, WA 98125
Phone: (206) 422-6616
Website
Where magic is alive and dream worlds exist. Unique creative drama and craft classes, camps, parties, events, and seasonal childrens theater.

Neo Art School
4649 Sunnyside N. Ste 121
Seattle, WA
Phone: (206) 632-2530
Website
Award winning art classes for children since 1982. Birthday parties, camps, after school and parent-child classes.

One Hour Parties
10215 Lake City Way N.E., #D
Seattle, WA 98125
Phone: (206) 522-0332
Website
One Hour Parties funtastic party space does the trick for easy kids parties. Package includes the use of our party room, party favors and birthday dessert (choose from sundae making, cupcake decorating or cookie decorating kits). Contact us for pricing.

Paint the Town
4611 Village Ct N.E.
Seattle, WA 98105
Phone: (206) 527-8554
Website
Paint the Town is a contemporary ceramics painting studio in University Village. Choose from over 300 shapes such as mugs, vases, frames, figurines, etc. and use our painting supplies to create a masterpiece! We also do birthday parties, summer kids art camp, school field trips, auction projects...

Pacific Science Center
200 Second Avenue North
Seattle, Washington 98109
Phone: (206) 443-2001
Website
Did you know you can celebrate your birthday at Pacific Science Center? Every Saturday and Sunday, we host a variety of parties for kids of all ages. The celebration starts in one of the private birthday party rooms, located in the Seattle Rotary Discovery Labs. We provide everything you need, you just come and have fun! Guests arrive in a festive party environment the moment they walk in the door, with room decorations, cake and goodie bags all coordinated to match the chosen party theme. Parents can relax and enjoy the party - leave the entertaining to us!

Experienced Pacific Science Center staff will dazzle the kids with a super science activity featuring a 20-minute Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream Demonstration that creates ice cream you can really eat. When the party is over, you and your guests can enjoy the rest of the day exploring Pacific Science Center exhibits.

Choose from the following themes:
Sunshine Science - Escape the cloudy weather and relive those carefree summer days! Witness solar science in action as you discover the power of sunlight and then, get creative experimenting with bubbles.

Astronomy - Explore space. Visit the planets and stars as we talk about what's out there and what keeps us down here. Build your own rocket and find out what mix of "rocket fuel" will make a rocket go farthest!

Butterflies - Discover symmetry and chromatography while creating your own butterfly, and then take a look at some real creepy-crawlies - Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches! Imagine life through the mind of a bug.

Dinosaurs - Become a paleontologist as we look at fossils from the past. Discover how fossils are made and how many different types there are. Go on your own fossil hunt and see what you can uncover! Create a dinosaur mask and transform yourself into your favorite herbivore or carnivore.

Un-themed birthday party packages are also available and include use of a private party room, invitations and admission to Pacific Science Center. To book your party today, call (206) 443-3625. Check our birthday group sales page for pricing and other info.

We also have special 'Wild B'earthday Celebrations' at Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center in Bellevue. Check our online registration page for more information.

Roaring Mouse Creative Arts Studio
7526 20th Ave. N.E.
Seattle, WA 98115
Phone: (206) 522-1187
Website
Classes & Day Camps in the arts, Creative Arts Preschool, Holiday Gift Making Workshops, Custom Birthday Parties & more! Ages 2 1/2 and up!

Seattle Parks and Recreation
100 Dexter Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: (206) 684-4075
Website
Seattle Parks and Recreation places to play, learn, contemplate, build community, and take care of our environment. Check out the 25 community centers, 8 indoor pools, 130 kids' play areas, 185 ballfields, and more.

Stone Gardens
2839 N.W. Market St.
Seattle, WA 98107
Phone: (206) 781-9828
Website
Have a birthday party at Stone Gardens! Climb for 2 hours and use the loft for refreshments and gifts. We provide all the climbing equipment and two instructors. Groups may climb in the Tall Wall area of the gym! Summer camps, classes and more.

West Seattle Bowl
4505 39th Ave. S.W.
Seattle, WA 98116
Phone: (206) 932-3731
Website
Inexpensive bowling birthday parties! Includes: 1 hour of bowling, shoe rental, chicken nuggets, french fries, drinks, and birthday bowling pin. For ages 3-16.

Woodland Park Zoo
Phone: (206) 548-2500
Website
For more than 100 years, Woodland Park Zoo has been a cherished and unique urban oasis. The zoo encompasses 92 acres and features more than 1,090 individual animals representing nearly 300 species. The zoo is a great place to hold your next special event, from a fabulous birthday party in our historic carousel party rooms to a barbecue in our picnic shelter or other exclusive venues. You can find information on our website regarding special experiences and educational programs, from classes and camps to zoo overnight and evening adventures. Family memberships are also available.

Eastside

3-2-1 Bounce
13434 N.E. 16th St., Suite 110
Bellevue, WA
Phone: (425) 378-0321
Website

Cookalicious Club
730 N.W. Gilman Blvd. #C105
Issaquah, WA 98027
Phone: (425) 369-0800
Website
Parties & Classes for ages 3 to 16 where you learn to cook & eat great. Experience our unique Prepare-Cook-Eat approach that makes cooking fun & safe!

Dizzy's Tumblebus & Bus Stop
3205 148th Ave. SE, Suite E.
Bellevue, WA 98007
Phone: (425) 564-8287
Website
We Come to You for Tumbling Fun with our Big Yellow Bus or...Come Play with Us at Dizzy's Bus Stop a New Indoor Tumbling Facility in Bellevue. We offer weekly classes, parties & special events, open play time, and social groups for children with autism and/or PDD. Ideal for children ages 1 to 10.

Issaquah Salmon Hatchery
125 W. Sunset Way
Issaquah, WA 98027
Phone: (425) 427-0259
Website
Celebrate your child's birthday with FISH at the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery! Imagine, a party that's both fun and educational!

Jump Planet
22310 20th Ave. SE, #200
Bothell, WA
Phone: (425) 481-5867
Website
Put this new indoor inflatable party center in your Rolodex�it's an amazing birthday party venue. It's the biggest of its kind in the Northwest. The two huge play arenas will awe your kids, as will the obstacle courses and bouncer mazes. Parents will relish the comfy lounge (with free coffee and tea) and the babies-only bouncer (so the whole family can come). Hop to it!

K1 Speed Seattle
2207 N.E. Bel-Red Road
Redmond , WA 98052
Phone: (425) 455-9999
Website
Indoor Go Kart Racing - located in Redmond, WA. Perfect spot for parties or group events.

Kidzbounce
8178 304th Ave. S.E.
Issaquah, WA 98027
Phone: (425) 222-5439
Website
Kidz Bounce is an indoor inflatable party and play center with a wide assortment of structures in a safe, clean indoor environment. Whether it's a birthday party, youth group, or team event, we'll work with you to ensure you're impressed and we're only 6 minutes from Issaquah and Sammamish, and 10 minutes from Bellevue!

KidsQuest Children's Museum
Inside Factoria Mall - Bellevue, WA 98006
Phone: (425) 637-8100
Website
Explore, play and learn together at KidsQuest Children's Museum. Enjoy hands-on, interactive exhibits and programs involving the whole family.

Mini Mountain Indoor Ski Center
1900 132nd Ave. N.E. # A3
Bellevue, WA 98005
Phone: (425) 746-7547
Website
Party Time at Mini Mountain Ski or Snowboard Instruction Plus Batting Cage Use Plus Climbing on our Indoor Rock Wall.

Museo Art
4550 Klahanie Dr S.E.
Issaquah, WA 98029
Phone: (425) 391-0244
Website
Our unique approach to art combines an art academy within a beautiful gallery setting. Classes, birthday parties, & more!

My Gym Children's Fitness Center
900 - 160th Ave. N.E., # 1 - 2
Bellevue, Wa 98008
Phone: (425) 451-1393
Website
Fun, award-winning noncompetitive gymnastics, fitness, song, dance and more. Children 6 weeks to 13 yrs. Fantastic B-day parties! Free Trial Class.

Paint Away! Ceramic Painting Studio
Redmond Town Center
7329 164th Ave. N.E.
Redmond, WA 98125
Phone: (425) 861-8388
Website
We do walk-ins, birthday parties, School Auction projects, Glass Fusing, Summer Art Camp, Corporate Events, Field Trips & much more! Call or visit our website!

Pump It Up
11605 NE 116th Street
Kirkland, WA 98034
Phone: (425) 820-2297
Website
Pump It Up provides FUN PRIVATE PARTIES in our safe, secure indoor arenas and decorated party rooms. Kids love our huge inflatable play structures and our parties offer active play and exercise for all ages. Great for birthdays, team parties, school field trips, youth groups, child care centers, and more! Check us out on the web at www.pumpitupparty.com for more information.

Remlinger Farms
32610 N.E. 32nd St.
Carnation, WA 98014
Phone: (425) 333-4135
Website
Country Fair Fun Park! Steam train rides, animal barn, roller coaster, 20 attractions. Monthly festivals too! Spring & Harvest tours. U-Pick Strawberries & Raspberries, fresh produce market with specialty foods & homemade pies. Visit our family-friendly restaurant while you're here!

Tot Spot Cafe & Play
17802 134th Ave NE #6
Woodinville, WA 98072
Contact: Kat Stremlau
Phone: (425) 488-2795
Website
Tot Spot Cafe is the Eastside's only indoor play cafe for ages 0-5. Offering monitored play and healthy food for all six days a week. Check out online calendar for ongoing classes and special events.

South Sound

A Simple Wish
118 Main Ave. W.
Puyallup, WA 98371
Phone: (253) 848-7023
Website
A Simple Wish is a girls' wonderland, complete with castles, ballroom, dressing rooms, tea room, and gift store. We can make little girls' dreams turn into reality with the "wave of a wand", and wisk her and you away into a magical journey she will cherish forever!

Children's Museum of Tacoma
936 Broadway
Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone: (253) 627-6031
Website
Young children learn through moving and doing. Touching. Playing. Experiencing. Join a program to sing, make art or learn a language. Explore the museum's exhibits with your own hands, feet and mind. A visit to the Children's Museum of Tacoma promises a day of play, learning and fun!

Edgeworks Climbing Gym
6102 N. 9th Street, #200
Tacoma, WA 98406
Phone: (253) 564-4899
Website
Edgeworks Climbing is Tacoma's full facility climbing gym, a destination for indoor climbing, youth programs, summer camps and birthday parties.

Hands On Children's Museum
106 11th Ave. S.W.
Olympia, WA 98501
Phone: (360) 956-0818
Website
Over 55 exciting, interactive exhibits, birthday parties, school break camps, & special events for ages 0-13 years. The Hands On Children's Museum stimulates curiosity, creativity and learning through fun, interactive exhibits and programs for children, families and school groups. Voted Best Place to Take Kids!

Indulge Cupcakes
207 N. Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371
Phone: (253) 904-8234
Website
Come enjoy our new party room! Have your birthday party at Indulge ! The kids decorate cupcakes, Make personalized boxes and have a great time playing games with their own personal party host!

King County Aquatic Center
650 S.W. Campus Drive
Federal Way, WA 98023
Phone: (206) 296-4232
Website
In addition to the swimming and diving events, the Aquatic Center is open to the public for lap swims, family swims, swimming lessons and more. We also offer pool and room rentals for private parties.

Mad Science of Pierce County
11203 Benston Drive E., Suite 120
Puyallup, WA 98372
Phone: (253) 841-1041
Website
Mad Science makes Science FUN for kids 5-12. We offer Edu-taining Birthday Parties, Special Events, and Camps. We come to you! Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Pump It Up
3610 S. Pine St, Suite A
Tacoma, WA
Phone: (253) 752-5867
Website
Pump It Up provides FUN PRIVATE PARTIES in our safe, secure indoor arenas and decorated party rooms. Kids love our huge inflatable play structures and our parties offer active play and exercise for all ages. Great for birthdays, team parties, school field trips, youth groups, child care centers, and more! Check us out on the web at www.pumpitupparty.com for more information.

Roach Gymnastics
5914 Graham Ave.
Sumner, WA 98390
Phone: (253) 826-5999
Website
Roach Gymnastics has been serving the Puget Sound for over 9 years! We are both a recreational and competitive gym. Birthday's and summer camp available.

Olympic Peninsula

Pizza Factory
1102 Water Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Phone: (360) 385-7223
Downtown, across from the ferry, the staff at the Pizza Factory have been making dining fun for the whole family! Whether you are in the mood for pizza, calzones, pasta, antipasta, salad bar, soup, or a sandwich, you will be satisfied with the Pizza Factory. They Toss 'em and They're Awesome! Lunch Specials are under $5! There's lots of room for your groups or parties at the Pizza Factory. Call ahead to reserve tables for your sports or birthday parties. The Pizza Factory has an arcade room and big screen TV.

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