Birthday Gifts that aren’t Toys

If you ask any parent, it’s nearly guaranteed that they would admit their children have too many toys. Instead of adding to the problem, we wanted to explore creative, interactive options to gift to the little ones in your life for their big day this year instead. 

Memberships for Activities

Looking for a gift beyond the toy box? Consider giving a membership to your favorite kiddo! Zoos, aquariums, play centers, museums, and other public spaces often offer memberships that can be purchased monthly or annually. These memberships are the gifts that keep on giving, offering multiple visits and exciting experiences throughout the year. Most places with memberships will also have an educational component, making it a chance for kids to delve into their interests and learn while they have fun. These memberships create memories that will last long after the birthday has passed.

Subscription Boxes

Subscription boxes have exploded in popularity in recent years, and kids are in on the fun too! These boxes cater to a variety of interests, like STEM boxes that spark curiosity and exploration in science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on activities. Craft boxes provide all the supplies for a new creative project each month and can foster creativity and fine motor skills. And for the little bookworms out there, book boxes deliver a curated selection of high-quality books right to your doorstep, opening the door to a world of new stories and nurturing a lifelong love of reading.

Fostering Hobbies

Looking to nurture your child’s budding hobbies? The perfect birthday gift might be right under your nose – the tools they need to explore their passion further. Whether it’s new cleats to elevate their soccer game, a bat to hit home runs in baseball, or a starter camera to capture practice their photography skills, these gifts provide the perfect opportunity to fulfill their hobby dreams. Some other fun ideas include painting kits to unleash creativity, crochet or knitting supplies, gardening tools to create a dream garden, or even a telescope to explore the night sky. By gifting the tools for their hobbies, you’re not giving a present, you’re investing in their future exploration of hobbies.

A “Yes” Day

Create unforgettable memories with a birthday kiddo’s dream day! This “yes day” is all about celebrating them and making their wishes come true (within reason, of course!). Whether it’s a breakfast of champions followed by a movie marathon and ending with a shopping spree, or a mall adventure, library visit, and ice cream dinner, this special day is all about quality time and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Forget the toys – this gift is all about fun, connection, and celebrating your amazing kiddo!

Your local Pump It Up may have great options like gift certificates, punch cards, or annual passes to gift to the birthday kids in your life.* Or, make Pump It Up a stop on their “yes” day and bring them and a friend to play at an Open Play session. Explore more ideas and find tips to planning the best birthday party ever at www.pumpitupparty.com/blog

*Gift options will vary per Pump It Up location. Please find your local Pump It Up for offerings.