Finding the perfect party venue or service can be a fun, overwhelming and time-consuming process. There are SO many amazing options in Columbus. Below you will find a variety of venues and businesses to make your dream party a reality!
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Lazer Kraze
Type of Party Business: Laser tag, trampoline, inflatables, cyber sport, arcade
Location: Lewis Center & Gahanna
From kids to adults, you’ll have a blast celebrating your next party at Lazer Kraze. Now with locations in Lewis Center and Gahanna there is double the fun! The Lewis center location features multi-level laser tag , huge inflatables and an awesome arcade. In the new Gahanna location there is another awesome multi-level laser tag arena but also a trampoline park and Cyber Sport – a cross between lacrosse & basketball all while maneuvering your own cyber car. Our facility, cleanliness, and staff bring many party parents in year after year while our awesome laser tag brings kids of all ages in again and again. Many party options are available to customize a party just for you. If you don’t see something you’re looking for don’t hesitate to ask! If you are ready to book your party call (614) 656-8216 in Gahanna or (740) 548-7788 in Lewis Center and ask for a personal party planner.
Easterseals Central and Southeast Ohio
Type of Party Business: Indoor Gym
Location: Hilliard
Let’s party! Reserve our indoor gym for your child’s next celebration. Our indoor gym is perfect for ages 1-6 and includes a ball pit, tire swing, slides, rock climbing wall and much more! Child size tables and chairs are also available.
The Little Gym
Type of Party Business: Fun, non-competitive gymnastics
Location: Polaris
Enjoy an Awesome Birthday Bash at The Little Gym! The gym is all yours! Closed to the public for your private party! An hour of instructor led fun in the gym and a half hour in the party room! We provide a full service party so you can sit back and enjoy your child’s birthday party!
Gymboree Play and Music of Gahanna
Type of Party Business: Indoor play space
Location: Gahanna
Host your child’s next party, Gymboree Play and Music style! Our private birthday party experience includes activities on our play equipment, parachute time, bubbles and so much more for children 1-5 years of age! Parties start at $220 for members and $270 for non-members for 90 minutes of private party fun for up to 15 children. Party packages include invitations, paper products, setup and cleanup. Additional party options are available. Book your special party today by calling us at 614-414-7265.
Peapod Play Cafe
Type of Party Business: Play Cafe
Location: Gahanna
Peapod play cafe was picked as one of “The 10 Best Places for a Kid’s Birthday Party in Ohio!”
It is the perfect place to host a birthday party or any special event for kids. We make it easy to entertain large groups of children, and adult chaperones leave pretty happy, too!
Color Me Mine
Type of Party Business: Painting/Art
Location: Dublin
Color Me Mine is the perfect place to host a creative birthday party. We offer various ceramic painting packages to perfectly fit any age (even adults!) We put the “art” in Party! We have been serving Dublin for over 12 years and love offering a unique party choice. You can bring in food and beverages, and we will do the rest. Our customers tell us it is the easiest party they have ever had!
Marmon Valley Farm
Type of Party Business: Riding Stables and Retreat Center
Location: Zanesfield
The Lil’ Cowpoke: Your little ones will enjoy parent led pony rides and a hay ride.
The Trail Boss: Children and adults will enjoy a trail ride and a hayride.
The Ten Gallon Hat: Enjoy an exciting trail ride plus a fun hayride through the woods and an hour of climbing on the indoor rock wall.
PARTY Like it's Your Birthday
Type of Party Business: Party Boutique/Art Studio
Location: Worthington
PARTY like it’s your birthday is an art studio/party boutique that offers custom themed parties for all occasions, art classes for all ages, a splatter room and creation stations available by appointment or walk-in. Art classes include weekly toddler art play groups AND a bi-weekly parents night out where children get to eat and create while parents enjoy the evening out!
Rockin' Jump the Ultimate Trampoline Park
Type of Party Business: Trampoline Park
Location: Westerville
Wanna have a Rockin’ Birthday party? Rockin’ Jump Westerville offers Open Jump, Dodgeball, Widget Ladder, Rock Wall, X-Beam, Slam Dunk/Basketball, Stunt Bag, a Challenge Ninja Course and so much more. We welcome all ages at our park. Book now to have the BEST birthday ever. For a limited time call and give the code “COLUMBUSMOMS” and get $25.00 off any birthday party package.
Young Chefs Academy
Type of Party Business: Kids Cooking Parties
Location: Gahanna
Create a memorable party experience where guests are immersed in interactive cooking lessons that take on an uproariously fun flair that your child will never forget. Choose from a variety of fun and tasty party themes with hands on cooking for kids ages 4-16! Mention promo code MOMBLOG for $20 off your next private party.
Skate Zone 71
Type of Party Business: Rollerskating Birthday Parties
Location: Columbus
Clean, Fun, Friendly & Safe! We provide Roller Skating & Family Fun for all ages! Our Birthday Party Packages offer Roller Skating, Laser Tag, Arcade tokens and MORE at an affordable price! As low as $15.00 per child. Serving the Columbus & surrounding areas!
We Rock the Spectrum
Type of Party Business: Kids Indoor Play Gym
Location: Lewis Center
We Rock the Spectrum Columbus is a safe, nurturing, and fun environment to foster learning, exploration and safe sensory experiences for ALL KIDS! Our unique equipment assists all children in their neurological growth and development. If you are looking for a great way to celebrate a birthday, a special event or plan a private playdate, We Rock the Spectrum Columbus is just the place for you! Our gym closes for you and your guests during these events, making your party an extra special experience!
Art with Anna
Type of Party Business: Art Studio
Location: Bexley
Art With Anna strives to be your ultimate creative escape while creating an artistic space where you + your child feel free to be exactly who you are. Between youth + adult art classes, workshops, parties, events, + camps – you’ll be sure to find something creative for the entire family.
Piccadilly
Type of Party Business: Play Cafe, Indoor Play Space, Party Decor
Location: Bexley
Voted one of the best birthday party locations in Columbus Monthly – you can plan the perfect party, without all the work! Our parties for kids 1-10yrs include the exclusive use of our entire facility, a party planner, craft or activity, playtime, decorations, Cherbourg Bakery cupcakes, free coffee for adults, plates, napkins, cups, and cleanup, too!
Goldfish Swim School - Dublin and Westerville
Type of Party Business: Pool Party
Location: Westerville and Dublin
At Goldfish we provide a party planner and two lifeguards for you and your family to enjoy two hours of private use of our entire facility for up to 24 children . We provide everything you need including invitations and envelopes, table cloths, plates, cupcakes, juice boxes, napkins, forks, balloons, pool toys…and of course warm 90 degree water in a clean state of the art facility!
Glow Putt Mini Golf
Type of Party Business: Glow-in-the-dark/INDOOR Mini-Golf
Location: Gahanna
For a unique miniature golfing experience, escape from the norm and come on a safari with us that is safe and fun for the whole family! Under a spectacular umbrella of black lights, you will navigate through a jungle of tiki Gods, wildlife, bamboo forest, and Dino invasion.
AR Workshop Worthington
Type of Party Business: DIY Workshop and Art Studio
Location: Worthington
“Best birthday party EVER!” they’ll say! Host your kiddo’s next event at our boutique DIY studio, where each child will get to create a personalized pillow or wood sign, picking their own design and colors (using a stencil – yes its fun and easy for kids 7 and up!).
In addition to our sponsors, the following local businesses offer birthday parties in the Columbus area.
Dublin Dance Centre & Gymnastics
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
Remember to book a local photographer to capture the special day!
Entertainers and Rentals:
Erica Carlson Children’s Entertainment
L. Hetherington Studio (A talented face painter and more!)