Fun Places in Houston for Kids

Pinball machine and arcade games at iT'ZChristmas break is coming up for the kids, and we know that, as a parent, the pressure is on to keep them occupied (and your house intact). Fortunately, the Houston area is chock-full of great ideas for keeping the whole family happily occupied for an afternoon, an evening, or even a whole day. What follows is a look at some of the fun places in Houston for kids that won’t bore the adults either.

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5 Creative Kids Birthday Party Themes

Superhero Lego Cake for KidsWhen it comes time to throw a birthday bash for your favorite little person, you have two big decisions to make: A theme and a venue. And while the venue might be an easy decision, thanks to our incredible choice of activities and tailor-made birthday party packages here at iT’Z, finding the right theme is sometimes tricky. To help spark your imagination, here are 5 creative ideas for kids birthday party themes, and yes, all of them will work right here at iT’Z.

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5 Reasons to Throw a Laser Tag Birthday Party

Teens playing Laser TagThere are many options when it comes to choosing a theme and activity for your child’s birthday party. And while the perfect idea depends quite a bit on your child and your preferences, we have to admit, we here at iT’Z have a soft spot for laser tag birthday parties. Sure, it sounds a little silly on the surface: A group of people running around a room trying to shoot each other with infrared light. But the reality is so much more fun. Here are just a few reasons we love laser tag birthday parties, and why we think you will too.

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Alternatives to Cake for Kid’s Birthday Parties

Chocolate Chip Birthday CookiesKid’s birthday parties and cake go together like peanut butter and jelly. Except when they don’t. There are lots of reasons you might want to ditch the traditional cake: Expense, allergies, health concerns, and even just personal preferences can all lead to leaving the beloved birthday cake behind.

But don’t worry. You don’t have to resign yourself to a pint-sized rebellion when the kids figure out their sugary confection doesn’t exist. Just consider replacing the cake with one of these delicious, fun, and sometimes healthier alternatives.

 

Bring cookies to your kid’s birthday party.

We vote for chocolate chip, but any flavor will do as long as the kids at the party love it. You can pile them on a plate, buy a cookie cake, or go a little fancier with a cookie tower layered with frosting. Opt for homemade cookies made by the party guests, or bring store bought treats for an easier and just as tasty cake alternative. You can even stack Oreos in a tower to make a creative, easy, and delicious cake alternative for your kids’ birthday parties. Just don’t forget the milk.

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Kids Bowling Party Favor Ideas

Score the perfect party for your child with a kids bowling party. Accessible for just about everyone, and universally fun, what’s not to love? And if you pick a great bowling location, like iT’Z, with its bowling party packages created with kids in mind, you will enjoy the perfect party with minimal work. (There are even free birthday party invitations to download on this page!)

If you really want to get creative when it comes to kids bowling parties, offer some party favors that go beyond trinkets and candy. Here are some fun favor ideas to up your party game.

 

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