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Flush with all the toys and clothes your tot could ever want? Consider throwing a present-free party for your child’s next birthday.

If you’re going to rent something for the big day, here are some ideas the kids will love just as much—probably more—than the ubiquitous bouncer.

Have a winter birthday kid? There are tons of indoor birthday party venue options in the Greater Seattle area. If you’re like Teddi Yaeger, you can also kick up the museum or gym party up a notch with a custom theme. FOr this party at The Little Gym in Kenmore, the mom of 2 invited kids to come in their favorite superhero costume (the Little Gym employees got into the spirit as well and dressed up!). With star-shaped cupcakes, a pinata and party-favors, the superhero theme was easy to carry over. Read more.

Here are some ideas that are sure to get your guests’ attention at the next fiesta.

Whether your kid was born during the rainy season, or you just don’t have the space or inclination to host a party at home or in the park, here are some RT readers favorite picks for kids birthday party venues in San Francisco. Read more »

Happy Birthday to you, you live in a zoo … oh wait, we’re adults here; we plan birthday parties instead of acting like monkeys at them. And, like many adult responsibilities, birthday party planning can be a bit stressful (especially with Aunt Betty on the RSVP list), but it’s much less so if you secure a stellar venue.

To make that first step a breeze for you, we asked RT readers to send us tips on where they’ve had winning parties.We then hand picked the top options encompassing different parts of town. Start with these and let the madness, er, fun begin.

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