Yes! Celebrating birthdays and special events is common at play experiences.
Some common reasons to celebrate may include:
- Acknowledging milestones
- Celebrating culture
- Acknowledging important people
- Having fun!
When holding celebrations, it is important to consider:
- Whether it is a religious-based celebration. If so, have you discussed this previously with families?
- Food or activities that will be on offer, will this be safe for all attendees?
- Some celebrations may be difficult or unwanted by some families. It's important to remain inclusive.
Further tips for consideration when holding a celebration can be found here.
You can also download the tip sheet on celebrations at your play experience here.