News and announcements from The Soft Play Social.
Soft Play at Trunk-or-Treats
Keeping the littlest ones engaged.
Theme Ideas: Cozy Camping
Plaid and lanterns.
Fall Playdate Ideas
Beyond birthdays: seasonal playdates.
Theme Ideas: Not-So-Spooky Halloween
Friendly ghosts and pastels.
Costume Party Safety for Toddlers
Comfortable, safe costumes for play.
Theme Ideas: Pumpkin Patch
Orange, hay and checks.
October Parties: Pumpkins, Costumes and Cozy
Our favorite month for themes.
September Recap
Our favorite fall setups so far.
How Soft Play Equipment Should Be Cleaned and What to Ask Before You Book
Public-health guidance on cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting soft play equipment, plus five questions to ask any rental company.
How to Plan a Stress-Free Soft Play Party: A Week-by-Week Checklist
A six-week countdown for a calm, fun soft play party, with an interactive planner that builds your own dated checklist and supervision plan.
Theme Ideas: Wild One
First birthday classic.
Fall Festival Bookings
Deluxe setups for schools and churches.
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