Where to Host the Ultimate Kid’s Birthday Bash in Atlanta
by Angelica Kajiwara
Want to throw an epic party for your kid? These birthday party venues in Atlanta make it easy on parents without skimping on fun for kids
Does your little one have a birthday right around the corner? While it’s always fun to bring the party to you, it’s also nice to farm it out. That’s why we’ve scoured the city to find indoor birthday party venues in Atlanta perfect for kids of all ages and interests. From creating an original video game to planning a slime-filled celebration, these Atlanta spots are big on birthday fun. Plus, you can leave the planning to the experts for this one. All you have to do is pack up your birthday crew and head to one of the epic places for the best party ever.
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courtesy Sloomoo Institue
Sloomoo Institute
If there's one thing all kids can get behind, it's slime. That's why we can't wait for Atlanta's newest slimy spot in Buckhead to open. Like nothing you've ever experienced before you'll enter an all-senses-on-deck space where slime is the main ingredient. Interactive? Yes. Epic? No doubt. And soon this venue that features a DIY bar where kids can create over four million different slime concoctions using 40 colors, 150 charms, and 60 scents featuring fruits, florals, and more will be ready to host parties in the city. This place will inspire every guest to put down their phones and get into some serious fun.
Good to Know: Sloomoo Institute plans to open in late November 2022, and has plans to host birthday parties when they do.
If you're looking to cook up some fun—but without the mess of turning them loose in your kitchen—then look no further than Young Chefs Academy. 90-minute parties in brightly-colored kitchens with instructor-led cooking classes are a foolproof option for a seriously sweet birthday memory.
Gear up for another great year with an unforgettable tech-powered celebration at this new Atlanta-area party location. With everything from tiny robots programmed using markers to designing an original video game, this place has something for every age and every budget. All parties last for 90 minutes, including 60 minutes of playtime and a 30-minute break for refreshments. So feel free to bring in pizza, drinks, dessert, and cake, and they'll gladly take care of basic plasticware.
3320-3370 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Suite G2 Lawrenceville, GA Online:thecodewiz.com
Brainy Bytes
With four different party packages to choose from, your birthday kiddo and friends will have a blast with Brainy Bytes. They can use Buildy Bots to create a dino world or work with LEGOs to build spinners or Battle Bots. And the newest party package—Minecraft Battle Royale will leave guests wanting more after they've created and played their own Battle Royale game on a private server. Whichever option you choose, Brainy Bytes provides party planners to guide the kids through everything and all the robotic parts needed for an amazing two-hour experience. Here's what you supply—the cake and a location for the party. Packages start at $250 for up to 10 party guests (including birthday child), with a minimum of six attendees.
Insider Tip: Forget the goodie bag and let your guests create their own Mini-fig as a party favor instead ($3/guest).
Oodazu is a party spot unlike any we have in Atlanta, offering a full yoga program for kids, scaling towers that resemble cityscapes, climbing walls, a ceiling-to-floor donut slide, virtual reality stations, a cafe offering healthy snack options, a parent's lounge for mom and dad where they can view a live feed of the yoga room, work at laptop stations, or watch TV. In addition, two private party spaces—where you can bring in your food and cake—are flooded with natural light and west coast-inspired decorations, and they're open weekends and weekdays for your party dreams. Packages start at $500 for weekdays and $600 for weekends and include two hours of play, a party attendant, and one of the private party spaces. Our tip? Check out the add ons that make this one of the easiest parties to throw in town. From themes, to pizzas, to a festive pinata, they can take care of everything.
Insider Tip: Oodazu has got some balloon game. If you're looking for balloons garlands, clusters, arches, and more for your next celebration, check them out.
Buck's is located near Peachtree Battle and Peachtree in a 1940s barn and offers themed birthday parties (superheroes, princesses, and movie characters, to name a few)—including their famed circus party. You bring the cake and the food; they handle the rest. On-site parties start at $425 and off-site parties start at $225.
Try an indoor party at iFly, Atlanta's only indoor skydiving facility for your thrill-seekers. Guests as young as three can try soaring in the specially-designed wind tunnel, and party packages come with a take-home digital video of your time in the tunnel. iFly takes care of the party details, with a party host, pre-flight instructions, and gear (suit, goggles, helmet, and earplugs)—plus 30 minutes of flying, balloons, paper products, pizza, and drinks. All you need to bring is the cake and a sense of adventure.
Is it any wonder this trampoline park, ninja course, and rock climbing center made our list of top birthday party venues in Atlanta for kids? It's got everything you need to throw a memorable party for your kiddo and friends. They'll have anywhere from 60-75 minutes of activity time (depending on package), plus pizza, a jump pass for each guest and enough time in the party room to scarf down some 'za and cake. But we know parents will love the fact they provide a party host and all the paper goods you need so you don't have to haul them from home. Choose between two party packages ($290-$310).
Good to Know: Got a tot? This is a great place to host a party for the under 5 set. Similar to the standard packages, the Toddler Time Party ($170) includes everything you need.
With a ninja warrior obstacle course that's no joke, your kiddos will be jumping off the walls on the Mad Maxx super trampoline, swinging from the rafters (with a trapeze over a foam pit), and flying high on plenty of indoor trampoline courses, as well. Every party package includes full access to all attractions, plus the Dunk Zone, Tumbling area, and Extreme Dodgeball. Best news? Trained party hosts, pizza, and adventure souvenir cups come with every party. Plus, to make things easy, you can add on all sorts of extras, including drinks, arcade packages, and even a private room to get exactly the part you want. Packages start at $350 for 10 jumpers.
This movement and obstacle course party gives your guests the entire run of the facility, filling the celebration with instructor-led games, music, and fun LEGO® Juniors or LEGO DUPLO® building activities created with your birthday boy or girl in mind.
Locations in Alpharetta/Johns Creek, Smyrna & Snellville Online:thelittlegym.com
…for the Fan
College Football Hall of Fame
If your birthday boy or girl is a huge college football fan, take them to the Hall of Fame for their all-access passes to the Hall, including time in the Touchstone Tunnel, Indoor Playing Field, and Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl Skill Zone. You'll score big with this party, where they'll get to kick field goals, throw like QBs, and take on an obstacle course. Packages do not include food and beverage, which may be purchased (but not brought in) for an additional cost. You can, however, bring in your cake.
Jump, twirl, and soar at this circus-arts-themed party. Guests receive one-on-one instruction on the trapeze and web, plus a session with expert face painting. Parties are for up to 24 guests and last two hours, which includes 90 minutes in the Aerial Room and access to a party room for a half hour. You provide the kids, refreshments, and decorations. Packages start at $540 (Basic) for up to 12 guests for two hours.
Good to Know: Parties are held at the Decatur location only.
Little racers can skid into Andretti's for a day of indoor birthday karting and games at the 100,000-square-foot facility. Party packages include junior meals, beverages, unlimited arcade play, goodie bags with points for redemption prizes, balloon decorations and online invitations.
Perfect for any weather, Catch Air houses shiny, clean, and sherbert-hued slides, ball pits, climbing structures, and a dance floor where Elmo and other characters come out to party with your people. Locations vary in layout, but are similarly stocked, staffed, and run. Older kids will enjoy the netted climbing structure and obstacle course, while Little's rock their own separate section. From $249, depending on the day and package inclusions.
2505 Chastain Meadows Pkwy., Suite 103 Marietta, GA
There's no doubt about it. The Children's Museum is a brilliant place to play, with creative, interactive exhibits that educate and entertain. Kids will love driving the crane, working at a Waffle House, hitting the grocery store, and exploring the incredible climbing structure in the heart of the museum. And we're happy to report birthday parties are happening again at the museum. Choose from a Regular or Extended Party Package for your next event. Each one is offered on Saturdays and Sundays (with the exception of Sensory Session Sundays), and can be booked during either Session A or B. You'll enjoy three hours of museum play time for up to 12 people, plus time in the party room.
With two ways to party, this is one cool spot to host a birthday in the city. On the day of the party, you and your guests can enter the aquarium as early as you would like, and now you are welcome to bring your decorations, cake, drinks, or refreshments. Parties are hosted on Saturdays and Sundays, and start at $45 per person with a 15-person minimum. You'll get 90 minutes of party time for the standard package, and there are a few fun perks that make the Premium Party worth the extra cash. With this party-goers get reserved seats at the dolphin presentation, and it comes with themed decorations so you don't have to worry about those details. But the best perk of all might just be the parking voucher for one car. No headache parking day is a total win.
Good to Know: If you really want to make an impression on your guests, why not book the Aquarium Sleepover? The kids will be talking about it forever.
Perfect for everyone in your rough-and-tumble set to your princess-ballerina babes, the Peach Pit offers parties that range from parkour to break-dancing to gymnastics and tumbling. Parties include free play, instructional time, and room for cake and ice cream, and the packages costs $425 for up to 20 kids, with add-on options for refreshments or additional time. Ponies, face painting, and special character visits are just a few of the add-ons you can choose.
