In honour of our website’s first birthday, we’ve put together brilliant birthday ideas that will leave guests (and mom) glowing long after the candles have been blown out.
Happy Birthday To Me Journal
The party doesn’t end when the candles are blown out. Use this keepsake album as a way to savour the memories and teach gratitude.
$23, available at Dandelion Kids, 1206 Commercial Drive, 604-676-1862, www.dandelionkids.ca
Vancouver Aquarium Birthday Party
Bring your little party animals underwater and celebrate aquatic style with a guided tour and hands-on exploration (of sea life and birthday cake).
$425/non-members, $340/members, 845 Avison Way (in Stanley Park), 604-659-3521, www.vanaqua.org
Cupcakes by Heather and Lori
What’s a birthday party without a sugar rush? Avoid a home-baked disaster and order custom-made cupcakes for your little birthday bashers.
$13/dozen mini-cupcakes, several locations in Vancouver, 604-974-1300, www.cupcakesonline.com
Indish-pensable Pizza Making Party
Every party needs food: Turn your guests into chefs with a one-of-a-kind in-home pizza making cooking class (food and teacher included).
$30/child, 2779 Arbutus St. (at 12th), 604-731-3474, www.indish.ca
Art Express
With a stop at your party, this crafty bus brings a mobile studio full of creative fun. Best of all, when the party’s over, the bus leaves with the mess.
$300 for up to 12 kids, 604-781-9799, www.theartexpress.com
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