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Birthday parties for kids 2 and under
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Since the two-and-under set is years away from drop-off party status, it makes sense to plan an activity parents and toddlers can enjoy together. Riding along on a carousel (apologies to the Hollies) just might fit the bill—the brief spin is perfect for short attention spans. It also makes a picture-perfect “first” for your tot and all his buddies.
Photograph: Sara Cedar MillerTop choice
Central Park Carousel
A carousel has been in operation in Central Park since 1871; the current vintage model was moved to this site from Brooklyn in 1950. Open year-round (not all are), it features the largest hand-carved and hand-painted carousel figures ever constructed as well as a classic band organ.
details After each tot gets four rides (adults ride for free with children), the party continues with an hour in the outdoor picnic area.
decor Topping off the richly painted animals and pastoral setting, the package also includes balloons and colorful paper party goods.
eats Hot dogs or pizza and apple juice are provided for kids; cake, extra pizza and food for adults are available for an extra charge.
loot Age-appropriate inflatable toys are given out.
damage $265 for 12 children on weekdays ($22 per additional kid); $335 for 12 children on weekends ($28 per additional kid).
Central Park, midpark at 65th St; enter park from Sixth Ave at 59th St (212-879-0244, centralparkcarousel.com)
Photograph: Prospect Park AllianceAlternatives
Le Carrousel
Bryant Park, W 40th St between Fifth and Sixth Aves (212-768-4242, ext 129; bryantpark.org); $360 for 12 kidsProspect Park Carousel
Prospect Park, enter park from Willink entrance, Ocean Ave at Empire Blvd, Brooklyn (718-287-6215, prospectpark.org); $350 for up to 60 kids and parentsThe Carousel for All Children
Willowbrook Park, Eton Pl at Richmond Ave, Staten Island (718-667-2165, sigreenbelt.org); $350 for up to 50 people
Time Out New York Kids / Issue 30 : Apr 1–30, 2008
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I totally agree with Hazel, the prices are getting higher and higher, and while I understand the idea: hey if you can't afford it, then stick with the house parties, but it's almost not fair for the working middle class familes, we want to expose our children to all the fun activities as well. i just had a party for my 1 year old at CMOM, the children had a blast, it was a bit pricey, but thank goodness I start saving months in advance! Her birthday is in October and I'm already hunting!
I have been researching for days now, on venues to celebrate my two year olds birthday party. I'm seriously in dis-belief at the prices for both in-door playgrounds and entertainment. How about if Time Out New York started doing some research for the 'working middle class' of New Yorkers who are still here...