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Birthday and Special Event Planning Guide

May 16, 2024

Are you planning a Birthday or Special Event in Stockton? If so, you've come to the right place. We love to celebrate here at Macaroni Kid Stockton but we also know how challenging and sometimes stressful it can be to plan these special events. So we want to help our Stockton families by providing a guide filled with great resources and planning tips all in one place. 

Thank you to The Sycamore Downtown

 for sponsoring our Birthday Guide!!!

These local businesses want to make your celebration one you will remember forever!

Reach our to contact each business directly for more information or to make reservations. 

We will continue to add more highly recommended vendors and businesses so check back often!

Please tell them you found their information on Macaroni Kid Stockton.




The Sycamore Downtown

The Sycamore is a boutique event space and wedding venue located in the heart of downtown Stockton, California. They pride themselves in their urban design and unique ambiance. The Sycamore has raw, repurposed elements that make it truly original.

They have 5,000 square feet of open indoor space that can be completely customized to fit your needs! If you prefer an outdoor celebration, they have 10,000 square feet of that, which would be perfect for a tented wedding

For more information or to schedule a tour, contact Cynthia 209-570-8256 or cynthia@thesycamoredowntown.com



Slime 209

Slime Making Parties 

Basic Slime Party Package $350 Weekends Only 10:30am-12:00pm

Glow Slime Party Package $470 Weekends Only 5:30pm-7:00pm

Includes: Special size slime for Birthday Celebrant, Up to 10 kids (additional guests are $20 per person/Maximum Guests 15), 10oz slime of choice, color, scent, glitter, sprinkles, charms and activator.

$50 Deposit due at time of booking to reserve the date

Contact Slime 209 to book your Slime Party today at 209-792-7028





The Wildflower Boutique Venue

Celebrate the Moment! 

The Wildflower is a boutique venue located in the heart of Old Town, Galt California. 

Simple, Affordable, Memorable

Contact Wildflower Boutique today at (916) 426-3056




Underground Arcade

The Underground Arcade is available for birthday party rentals, making it the perfect venue for a unique and exciting celebration. The party guests will have exclusive access to the arcade games and the Nerf Zone, ensuring that everyone has a great time. If you're looking for a fun and unique birthday party venue, the Underground Arcade is the perfect choice. With its wide variety of games, dedicated Nerf Zone, and party rental options, it's sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. 

https://theundergroundarcade.com/ 

info@theundergroundarcade.com





WOW Museum - Share the Wonder!

Private birthday parties are available for all ages at the WOW. Explore the hands-on exhibits and conduct an experiment with a party scientist, then use our private party room for refreshments and opening gifts!

Reserve your party at WOW Museum today!








Chuck E. Cheese

Select from Super, Mega or Ultimate Fun birthday packages and let your Birthday Star shine on their special day!

All packages include: Game play, 2 Slices Pizza and Drink per child, 2 hour reserved table and complete party set up, Ticket Blaster and LIVE Birthday Show with Chuck E. 

To make a reservation, visit https://www.chuckecheese.com/birthday-parties/ or call the birthday line at (209)956-1640





The Craft Room

Birthday Parties are great for kiddos ages 3-14. We offer a bath package for kids to make bath bombs and body scrubs, or painting and stenciling a sign or chalkboard. For older kids ages 10 and up, we also offer resin projects or wool felting. Seasonal options include: wreath making, snow globes, jack o lanterns etc. 

Call for more information, pricing and availability

209-747-9065 or www.davisondesignsco.com





Monkeyin' Around 


Monkeyin Around is the perfect party spot to celebrate birthdays and other milestones. 

 Let us handle all of the details and mess.

We have three packages to choose from: Baboon Party, Gorilla Party and Private Party.

ALL party packages also include David's Pizza.

For more information on party packages, please call 209-580-5803 

or visit the website https://monkeyinaround.com/birthday-parties/





Infinity Martial Arts

Our parties are SUPER FUN and come with a one of a kind experience kids love! 

You’ll get a fast, action packed martial arts class that’s infused with exciting games of skill!

Parties include: 2 hour birthday party, decorations and snacks

For more information on party packages, please call 209-333-2001 or visit https://infinitymartialarts.net/birthday-parties-lodi/






                                  






Casita La Nguyen


Casita La Nguyen is Party Decor and Event Rentals Business that offers: Grab & Go Balloon Garlands, Balloon Decor with Graphic Design, Cake Pedestals, Champagne Walls, Variety of Panels, Character Themed Foam Boards, Children's Table and Chair Rentals, Cart Rental, Horse Trailer Rental, Snack Carts (Cotton Candy, Tostilocos and Esquites).

For more information or a quote, contact us via Instagram 


What's Jumping 

Party Jumpers and Rentals for: 

Parties, Church, School or JUST FOR FUN!

Services in Stockton, Lodi, Manteca, Ripon, Lathrop, Modesto and Tracy

Contact What's Jumping at 209-482-3908 for more information and to book your party!



TeaParties2U

Traditional British Tea Party Experience

TeaParties2U is a mobile tea party company in the Lodi Stockton area that brings all the supplies you need for your special tea party directly to you. We come to homes, offices, and venues and set everything up for you. All you need for your unique charming party. Including chairs, tables, fine china, table décor, flowers, sandwiches, fruit, home baked and British sourced cakes, selected teas and even music to set the tone

For more information, visit https://www.teaparties2u.com/ or call 209-400-3400


   




Cheat Sweetly



Custom Cookies, Cupcakes, Butter Cream Cakes

https://www.instagram.com/cheatsweetly/






Blessed Glutenless Bakery



Dedicated gluten free, home based bakery located in Lockeford.

Specializing in cakes, cupcakes, cookies and sweet breads

blessedglutenless@gmail.com 209-503-0884

https://www.instagram.com/blessedglutenlessbakery/




Nothing Bundt Cakes



Our Bundt Cakes are handcrafted in every bakery in a variety of delicious flavors and sizes. To top it all off, our bakeries offer a wide selection of retail items, including party supplies, décor and gifts, making Nothing Bundt Cakes the perfect one-stop celebration shop

https://www.nothingbundtcakes.com/

209-957-2253

128 Lincoln Center, Stockton, CA 95207







Stockton's Wonderful Ice Cream


We have over 209+ varieties of prepackaged ice creams for you to choose from at our stand still location! You can purchase a single item(s) or get a whole box full of your favorite treats at a wholesale price!

 Our Stockton’s Wonderful Ice Cream Truck is also available to book for your future parties or events— birthdays, baby showers, weddings or even to show some employee appreciation! We look forward to satisfying your ice cream cravings!

The booking process is easy— just give us a call at (209) 687-2297 or email us at stocktonswonderful@gmail.com. We are also available via direct message on our Instagram profile @stocktonswonderful to request a quote and availability. 





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