Kids Birthday Party Places Around Columbus (Parent Reviews)
Parents, we want to hear about your picks for the best kids birthday party places around Columbus! Like and add your reviews for the kids party places recommended below, or suggest another favorite at the bottom of the list and let us know why you love it.
Share your experience throwing (or attending) a party at one of these Columbus kids birthday party venues, and help fellow parents who are looking to skip the at home party and leave the effort to the experts. They'll often handle everything, right down to the party favors!
COSI
Kelly R.: Known as one of Columbus' best museums for kids, COSI birthday parties allow you a chance to explore the museum, and then head one of the private party rooms to enjoy cake (BYO) and presents!
OhioHealth Chiller Ice Rinks
Kelly R.: Chiller ice rinks are popular spots to go indoor ice skating around Columbus. Parties at the Chiller can include 1 hour of indoor ice skating, skate rental, birthday table, pizza, cake, and ice cream. Adults skate for free.
Central Ohio Fire Museum
Kelly R.: The Central Ohio Fire Museum offers kids parties. The facility, housed in an old fire station (complete with fire pole!), features firetrucks and other equipment on display.
Columbus Clippers
Katie G.: Columbus' minor league baseball team officially hosts birthday parties during most home games. The birthday child will receive a gift of a baseball, a Clippers t-shirt, and signed card. Each member of your group will receive a meal of your choice. Your kiddo will also enjoy seeing a birthday message on the scoreboard. Your guests will receive wristbands for use of the inflatables.
Miner 49er
Brittany Kozielski: Have your next birthday party at Miner 49er, a popular spot in Columbus to enjoy mini golf under the glow of black lights! For birthday parties you may bring your own cake, serving ware and decorations if you would like, although they do provide a variety of catering options including pizza, ice cream, and refreshments (both non-alcoholic and alcoholic).
Art With Anna
Hannah Scott: Birthday parties at Art with Anna include time in the arts and craft studio working on a project that each guest may take home. There are dozens of projects to choose from, so you can be sure to pick something that works for your child's age group and ability level!
Sunbury Urban Farm
Katie G.: Each party at Sunbury Urban Farm will include a fun nature program led by a staff member at the farm, games, take-home craft and an outdoor activity. Parties are customized based on the age of the birthday child and come in fun themes such as Get Growing, Eco Art and Run Wild. Party guest will enjoy food and cake at the end of the party (provided by party guest's family).
Skate Zone 71
Katie G.: Skate Zone 71 is another popular roller skating rink in Columbus that offers party packages which can include admission, skate rental, pizza, game tokens, and laser tag.
Graeter's (Columbus - Bethel Road)
Kelly R.: Graeter's Bethel Road feature birthday parties that include playtime in the Lil' Pints indoor playground, a private party room, and a build-your-own sundae bar. Known as one of the best ice cream spots in Columbus, a party here is special.
American Girl Store
Katie G.: Little girls or boys will love having their next birthday party at the American Girl store. There are several party packages for the birthday child, their friends AND their dolls.
AR Workshop
Katie G.: Let guests get crafty at AR Workshop, a boutique, do-it-yourself art studio for kids and adults in Columbus with additional locations around the area, too. You can choose from several high quality projects, including wood signs, wood frames, canvas wall hangings, canvas pillows, canvas tote bags, and more. Each party will consist of all materials, instruction and a completed project. Guests can customize their projects by choosing colors, stains and more.
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Hannah Scott: Build-a-Bear Workshop's birthday parties allow your child and their friends to choose an animal, stuff it, name it (including a "birth certificate") and complete the experience with a variety of outfits or accessories. Party packages are customizable, and a party planner can help you set a budget per guest and provide options within that rate.
Gahanna Lanes
Brittany Kozielski: Gahanna Lanes and Family Entertainment Center is a great place for bowling with kids. Your guests can enjoy a good old fashioned bowling party along with some arcade games.
Get Air Columbus
Katie G.: Jump your way into your next birthday party at Get Air. Known as one of the best Columbus area trampoline parks for kids, party packages are available that feature open jump time and private party rooms, pizza, set-up/clean-up, and more.
Glow Putt
Hannah Scott: Each party room package at Glow Putt includes private time in the black light party room, miniature golf, and a glow bracelet for each guest. Optional add-ons can include cake, glowing place-settings, invitations, pizza, and goodie bags - or bring your own unique party favors to throw in.
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