Nikola Kids Birthday party at Poughkidsie!

Today we celebrated Sophia and Brayden’s birthday at an awesome 5,000 square foot play center called, Poughkidsie, located in Poughkeepsie, (get it?) NY.

Knowing I was going to be eight months pregnant, I didn’t want to host their party at our home or have to do much of the work for it (sad, I know; especially since I love planning parties and bringing themes to life…But this mama is feeling way too PREGNANT for any of that #only6moreweeks)

So after asking other mamas for recommendations, a few month back via social media, I discovered Poughkidsie.

After scrolling through their website and seeing a “gluten free” birthday package, plus its diverse activities which encourage creativity and imaginative play, I decided let’s give it a shot!

The kids started off in the “Create Workspace” where they can choose to paint and decorate a dinosaur or hand-held mirror!

After painting, it was off to “The Village”. I have to apologize because I didn’t take as many pictures as I should have to show how cute this “Village” really is- It has six themed shops with props and dress-up clothes. Just make sure you bring a pair of socks, no shoes or bare feet are allowed in the village #keepingitclean

So impressed with the “x-ray” viewer plus a real exam table! Kids were “fixing” babies and animals!

Ringing the bell=Pizza time!!!

After playing in the village, it was pizza time! I could have taken advantage of a gluten-free pizza being delivered but I decided to bring our own for Sophia. I didn’t want to chance anything, especially today!

Then it was back in the village for more play!!

Finally, it was time to sing, Happy Birthday! Cake/cupcakes were not included in the original package, however, you can order through their preferred vendor. I decided to just bring our own gluten free cupcakes and brownies!

The party lasted two hours and I am very happy with how everything went- smoothly! The kids took their projects home, plus they received another craft in their goodie bag, which was provided by Poughkidsie. #score

All the gifts were packed up in two bags for Sophia and Brayden which made leaving super easy.

I highly recommend Poughkidsie for birthday parties or even just an afternoon/morning of crafts and play. The facility is clean and the owners and employees are friendly and hospitible.