I took my kids here for a dad and kids day out. My kids are 5 years old and they just had an…read moreincredible time. I ended up booking the splatter room with the dark light experience. It was trippy with the black lights and projections on the wall of various etherial scenes. We all dressed up in the protective suit, googles and boots. The kids were a little small for the suits, but they managed to make it work! Once inside, you can throw paint all over, stomp on the artwork with your feet (a personal favorite of my kids), and twist the painting around to have the colors spread in all directions. We were joined by a staffer the entire time who took a few pictures along with a cute video. I recommend having the staffer snap photos with your own iPhone as mine came out a little better. But I did enjoy the video. At the end of the experience, they pack up the painting in gigantic pizza boxes. The paint is expected to dry in 24-48 hours, though ours took a much longer. I recommend putting the paintings outside on a dry day in the sun to help move that along. Granted ours had a lot of paint on it, but even after 48 hours it was super wet. This is a blast. And it's located in a classic 1990s mall. The kids LOVED this mall, complete with a Spencers gift store, bowling alley and reptile interactive experience. In fact, we'll probably come back here again once the winter sets in since there are so many things here to do with kids inside.

We were so excited to come here after hearing many great things, especially since it was our first…read moretime visiting. We booked a reservation online for the splatter room at 3 PM on May 23 and even had to leave a deposit. In the days leading up to our reservation, we received text reminders telling us to arrive at 2:45 PM. When we arrived at 2:45, we were greeted by a Caucasian man who I assumed was the manager. He told us it would be a few minutes because they were waiting for a staff member to arrive. Okay... we placed our belongings in a locker and waited. Once another employee arrived, we were then informed that they were short-staffed and did not actually have availability for our reservation. We were told we would need to wait until someone else came in to assist us because they were understaffed. Huh??? First of all, how is that our problem? We had a confirmed reservation, and NOBODY contacted us beforehand to let us know there was an issue. Honestly, it didn't even seem like anyone knew we had a reservation at all, and the employee helping us looked confused. We ended up leaving and requesting a refund, which was extremely disappointing because my family was really looking forward to this activity. There was no accountability taken, nor did the manager seem at all concerned that no one was available to assist us. He was avoidant and dismissive, leaving the employee to handle the situation instead of trying to accommodate us or offer a solution. Unfortunately, since this was our first impression of this business, it will also be our last. Very unprofessional and I would not recommend this place to anyone.

We had a wonderful experience with lasertag2you! Gina, the owner, is extremely responsive and was…read morekind and patient in answering all of my questions ahead of time. On the day of the event, Bailey arrived on time and set everything up for our 12 year old's birthday party perfectly and exactly as we had hoped. He then ran an awesome party for our group of 15 kids ages 8-12, without missing a beat or requiring any help from us the entire time. The kids had a blast, and now all of the kids want them to come back for a party for their birthdays in the future. Thank you so much Gina and Bailey for a fantastic laser tag party! We could not have asked for a better experience!

I have spent my youth eating tiny slices of pizza at a laser tag arena but never in my life have I…read moreexperienced laser tag in my backyard! My sister invited us to her community's fall festival and my daughter + her cousins were absolutely enamored with the setup and happily ran around for a good fifteen minutes chasing kids with their guns and hiding out in the several forts the company had set up. They came in with absolutely no laser tag knowledge but the friendly group of teenagers running the booth taught them how to play + reload their guns. I don't think the girls retained any of the information but they had lots of fun anyways. The set up was really easy and I thought it was a fun extra element to add to a birthday party or community event. I'd definitely recommend this locally-owned business to friends in the future.

I had a birthday party this past Saturday and I decided to try out Krazy Khemistry. I'm usually…read moreweary about trying out a brand new venue but I liked the fact that it was something a little more educational than your standard magician. They came out and brought everything out with them. They setup and the kids had a blast! They were completely occupied for almost an hour and a half (except the younger ones (4-5 year olds but that was expected). After each experiment, they cleaned up nicely. I asked my daughter and her best friend afterwards what they thought and their response was "It was awesome!" I'm glad I took the gamble and I definitely will recommend them to friends.

From the owner: Our pop-up labs combine STEM exploration, art expression, and engaging activities to create…read moreunforgettable birthday parties, school events, and community workshops. Each experience is designed to spark imagination, encourage teamwork, and build real-world skills—anytime, anywhere. - With a strong focus on fun, inclusivity, and discovery, Krazy Khemistry transforms ordinary gatherings into meaningful learning adventures that kids, and parents will never forget. - Parent Testimonial "My daughter was absolutely thrilled—she talked about her science experiment for days! It's so refreshing to find a program that makes learning this fun and impactful. We’re all in!" — T. Johnson, Parent

As someone who has traveled the birthday party circuit quite extensively, I have to admit that…read moreChuck E Cheese is my least favorite children's party venue. It's loud, it's overwhelming, and the whole experience is quite chaotic. That being said, a visit to the House of Mouse if often a necessary evil when you're a parent and this Chuck E. Cheese is the best one I've been too! This location is a well-oiled operation with friendly workers, clean play areas, and lots of overall space to run around and explore. When we arrived to our birthday party on a Sunday morning, we basically had the whole space to ourselves, I was happy to see that they had a few attractions that they had games and attractions that were fun for everyone in our group, age one to 67. Pizza was just as good as I remembered and they now offer rainbow birthday cake too!

I am giving 3 stars but wish I could break it down by category. The pizza and salad were great. 5…read morestars. The staff was amazing. 5 stars. Many of the games were broken. 1 star. Paid $188 for 2 pizza special with drinks and unlimited games for 5 people. We added in 2 salad bars or would be less. Kids wanted to jump on trampoline so $10 each more! Got lots of points but trade in was a disappointment. For the money we spent should have gotten better prizes. I hope they fix the machines. Kids love this place.

Ms. 'Riss has put together the perfect activity for bouncy preschoolers! My son has enjoyed her…read moreclass all year, participating with classmates in a safe, loving environment--which is the coolest: a school bus outfitted with soft play equipment where passenger seats once were. I highly recommend for after school activity and birthday parties!

From the owner: AcroKidz is a full-sized school bus converted into a safe and fun gymnasium. Our bus is padded and…read morefilled with fun equipment specifically designed for children ages 2 - 7. Whether it is traveling to schools, daycares, birthday parties or special events, the Acrokidz Bus has a philosophy of utilizing a hands-on approach to making fitness fun and exciting for children. The goal of Acrokidz is to develop basic motor skills, enhance kinesthetic awareness, improve fitness & activity levels, build self-esteem and confidence, encourage active participation for all, reinforce attentiveness and turn-taking skills, increase balance, coordination and agility, develop skills to enhance other sports, facilitate development of a lifelong love of activity and fitness. This unique approach includes an exciting design of a safe, colorful fitness focused environment where our staff are always on board and the bus never moves with children on it.

The Amazing Kevin is nothing short of "AMAZING!" We had a birthday party for our 7yo. The adults…read moreenjoyed the show as much if not more than the kids. By far the BEST party we have ever given our kiddo. This was a great event!! Kevin really brings his "A" game. Kevin is the real deal, he's super professional, was very considerate of our home and our time. Everyone at our party was so happy and enjoyed every ounce of entertainment that Kevin dished out!!! The answer is "YES!" You should book your event with The Amazing Kevin. - Jen M.

We booked Kevin for my daughter's 6th birthday party! The show was INCREDIBLE!! Funny with great…read moremagic!! Truly made the party! All of the kids and the adults were entertained! I highly recommend Kevin! He made our party so much fun! Thanks again!

Such a great activity for grade school girls!! It really falls on the shoulders of the coaches of…read morehow the program is implemented and accepted by the girls involved. The outline that is provided is laid out step by step and spelled out of what needs to be accomplished. The true moment of Awwww is when all the girls and their families do the end of the season 5k. Great team/family building event!!!

From the owner: At Girls on the Run Northern Virginia, teaching essential life skills is the cornerstone of our…read moreresearch-based programs. Trained volunteer coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development, including managing emotions, fostering friendships, and expressing empathy.

We've been regulars at Jolly Yolly in Fairfax for a while now and bring our 4, 5, and 10 year old…read moreall the time. It is one of the few indoor play places that genuinely works for that range of ages. The younger kids love the climbing structures and slides, and our 10 year old never feels bored. It's clean, bright, and set up in a way that lets kids explore while parents can actually relax a bit. This was our first time hosting a birthday party there, and it exceeded expectations. Everything was organized, smooth, and low stress. Elif, our host, was excellent. She was warm, attentive, and completely on top of the details from start to finish. She kept the party moving, helped with setup and transitions, and made sure the kids felt celebrated. It made such a difference to have someone so thoughtful and capable guiding the experience. We already loved coming here for regular play, and now we can confidently say their birthday parties are just as great. Highly recommend for both everyday fun and special celebrations.

Valentina and her team were amazing! We had the best time! This is THE place to host a birthday…read moreparty. Thank you for such an enjoyable experience. My daughter and her friends had the best time!