For Jenna’s birthday, we went to Build-A-Bear in Kennesaw, where making a stuffed animal was the party activity and the take-home favor all in one. The fun is in letting each kid make their own choices, from picking an animal and giving it a heart to deciding whether their new friend needs shoes. And if you’ve ever watched a five-year-old pick an outfit for a stuffed animal, you know that last decision can take a minute! I love a birthday idea where the kids get to make something they can take home and snuggle.
Before You Book
Ask the Kennesaw workshop what’s included per child and how outfits, sounds, or accessories affect the total.
Give families a heads-up about what the party includes so everybody knows the plan before the tiny shoes come into view.
There’s no food in the workshop, so plan a second stop for cupcakes and snacks. We made the food court the meeting place 30 minutes before the party. The kids got to run around, have a snack, and get out some energy before making their animals. Then, we went back to the food court for cookies and Happy Birthday before heading home!
