I am starting to plan DD 1st birthday party. I have 75 adults and 35 children on the list to invite. I am trying to figure out where to have the party. My problem is that the party will be the middle of Feb. I was thinking Almaden Lake Park since it is across the street, but I am so unsure of the weather. I want some place that the kids can play and can accommodate all of us. So I think a pizza parlor, Chuck E Cheese, and our condo clubhouse are all out. Do you have any suggestions on place? Also cost of the place?
You might want to try Silver Creek Sportsplex. We have had many parties there and fairly reasonable. Don't let the name Silver Creek intimidate you. They provide indoor activities geared for all ages...including adults!
I would stick with your original plan if that's what you want. My daughter and her in laws usually have about 100 or so guests and have BBQ at local parks throughout the year and it's always worked out. They provide pop-up shelter and folding chairs and the party can always be shortened.
In Morgan Hill, we have the Centennial Recreation Center which has a variety of indoor options including pool, play area and room for cake, food, etc. There may be a location similar closer to you. I believe there's an indoor pool at one of the YMCA's. E N J O Y
Take a look at your local community centers that rent out their clubhouses or community rooms. Oftentimes there is a children's area-- and if you know a resident that can reserve for you it can be cheaper, but don't forget many Cities and Commmunity centers WILL rent to non-residents just at a higher rate.
The community center idea is a good suggestion. Also if you attend a local church, maybe it has a meeting room for community events? I think some do.
Look up places that rent out for weddings. When I married we used a book called Here Comes The Guide, that listed local places to rent for events. We found a nice place that was relatively cheap, and we just had to do our own set up and clean up.
Check into the price for the Jungle on Camden and Blossom Hill. You have a VERY large group and this is the only place I can think of that large enough and the kids have a blast! You end up paying per child that shows up. You bring in your own cake. They have packages depending on what you want pizza etc.
