Parents’ Night Out (or PNO as it is affectionately called) is the best remedy for those of us complaining about the high price of babysitting or that our parents all live so far away. Hyped (by you) as a kids’ party, chances are that your children will be begging for it after only a time or two. My best advice for a smooth PNO is that you familiarize yourself with the place first — don’t let your child’s first visit be the time you dump them there and run to a movie. Also, don’t expect your kids to rest!
The East Bay has some fantastic PNO options for ages 2 to 11.
PNO at Head Over Heels:
Every Friday night from 6:00 to 10:30, children over 4 will enjoy gymnastics, dinner, and getting cozy in front of a movie. $30 for one child; $25 for two or emore. {make a reservation}
Dinner and a show at Glitter & Razz:
On the 2nd Saturday of the month, drop kids (4 and older) off from 5pm to 8:30 and return to watch their play. Pizza dinner included. $45 for the first kid, $25 for siblings. Reservations recommended. Next night is Nov 13. {read more from us} {register online}
Monday night dinner at Dig’s Bistro:
On the first two Mondays of the month, parents can enjoy an amazing organic seasonal dinner at Dig’s Bistro while their children (over age 2) enjoy crafts and a movie in the adjacent party room. Kids get a healthy (not pizza!) dinner and care for $10. {read Dig’s Bistro: doing it right} {make a reservation for PNO}
Habitot after dark:
Every 4th Friday from 5:30 to 9:30, kids age 2 to 7, can have the run of Habitot Children’s Museum after hours. $30 for the first child; $20 for siblings. Pizza and drinks included. {make a reservation}
YMCA Kid’s Night Out:
Certain Saturday nights, kids age 2 to 11 can party at the YMCA from 5pm to 11pm. Register online for all 3 kids’ parties and pre-pay. Register now for Nov. 6, Nov. 20, and Dec. 4. Pizza dinner and snack included. Activities include games, art, kindergym, and swimming (for kids older than 5). Price varies based on membership status ($29 to $40)
Have you tried any of these? Have you heard of any others?
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