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Anonymous wrote:We had a party there it was great but - a few points - it's a big venue - make sure you have enough parental/adult supervision.
- because it's a big venue make sure you have a plan - the kids are going to lose interest in bowling at some point and want some arcade time. do not pass out the arcade cards until bowling is over. decide in advance whether ur willing to reload the cards or up the balance - they will nag you
- my kid still asks for their skillet cookie cake for their birthday every year!
I am here for ALL the insider tips!
We were thinking Bathesda just based on it being kinda in the middle. But if one is better than another please share insight.
I was trying to figure out if the arcade cards listed are for each kid or just the bday kid. How far does a $10 dollar car go?
Answer - Not that far honestly - also some machines are valued higher and drain the cards faster.
Is 5 kids on one lane too much waiting? maybe spring for an extra lane?
Answer - I'd say 5 is the limit. If you think they would get antsy then I'd get another lane. Remember bowling is pretty physical.
So far it seem typically 1 parent seem to stay at the party with the kids. Do you include parents in the bowling reservation prices if they might only help the kids? Or maybe just some extra food or drink ticket for parents?
Answer - no don't include the parents - the food is pretty abundant so the parents who scavenge will have enough
Most have been low & at peoples home but we just dont have the space currently. With them becoming tweens we thought maybe this could be fun. but, have never planned any kids parties before.
Looking into art parties but the Bday kids seemed excited about this idea. I think we will go check out the location on a half day and see what they think.
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