It's easy being a kid in the South Sound. There's plenty of fun places for a child to stretch their legs and enjoy some unique experiences.

Jozee Rooz Indoor Petting Zoo

Jozee Rooz Indoor Petting Zoo is a hands-on petting zoo experience. At Jozee Rooz, their specialty is baby and miniature pets. There, you'll find wallabies, rabbits, budgies, miniature pigs, piglets, dwarf goats, lambs, a zebu calf, mini chickens, mini horse, mini donkey and ponies. The newest addition to their family is the capybara. The best part about this place is that it's indoors, allowing for guests to enjoy petting the animals year round, despite any bad weather. Having been there, the animals and facility are very clean and organized.

The small setting allows for kids to play among the animals and during your visit; pony rides will be available for an extra charge. Licensed and inspected by the USDA, the animals are well taken care of and some animals are even available for adoption. Jozee Rooz is available for birthday parties in their private party barn and they love hosting field trips. Make sure to inquire about group rates and private after-hours party rentals.

And if you're unable to go to Jozee Rooz, they offer a unique "zoo to you" package for birthday parties, churches, schools, living nativities, photo shoots and more so your guests can sit back and let the animals come to them.

Jozee Rooz Indoor Petting Zoo, Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday 11a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday and Friday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., 120 138th St. S., Tacoma, Suite C, 253.539.5011, www.indoorpettingzoo.com/home.html

Emerald Kingdom Princess Parties

Hosting a special event or party and need a princess to put the party over the top? Emerald Kingdom Princess Parties is just the answer you need to add sparkle to your party. Jessica Estes is the magic behind Emerald Kingdom Parties and started the business in 2014 after she was so inspired during a volunteer gig for a local charity. The children were so happy to meet a "real-life" princess that she knew she had to make it her personal mission to spread joy and happiness to children through her events. Princesses are available for school, hospital, public and large events. Packages are fully customizable, but there is a minimum four-week booking period, so call ahead.

Emerald Kingdom Princess Parties, 253.327.8050, http://emeraldkingdom.wix.com/emeraldkingdom

Elite Mobile Gaming

If you're looking for a unique way to entertain your guests at the next party, look no further than Elite Mobile Gaming. Their custom 28-foot long trailer boasts four 50" plasma TVs, fully equipped with Xbox 360 and Wii gaming consoles. The custom surround sound with fully integrated seat rumblers allow your guests to truly feel what they are seeing.

Alex (a school teacher by day and business owner by night) and Kelli Kinney opened Elite Mobile Gaming in late spring of 2010 because they wanted to supply a fun and unique way to bring entertainment to the customer. "In short, we offer a modern twist on birthdays ... video games, right to your door!" said Alex. Weekend rentals run Friday through Sunday at $299 per two-hour party. There is a special if booked through the week at $275 per two-hour party and each additional hour is $95. Active military receive a discount.

Elite Mobile Gaming, 1420 Marvin Rd. NE, Ste. C PMB #607, Lacey, 360.790.4188, http://elitemobilegaming.com/index.html