Daniel Friedman.
AMUSEMENT PARKS & Birthday Party Places in AZ
Amazing Jake’s
1830 E Baseline Rd, Mesa
480-926-PIZZA (7499) • amazingjakes.com
Ages 4 & up. Birthday child receives voucher for 200 redemption tickets, unlimited Birthday Party Places attractions, $5 Fun Card, all-you-can-eat buffet, birthday party supplies, balloon bouquet and more. $14.99-$29.99/person (10-person minimum).
Big Surf Waterpark
1500 N McClintock Dr, Tempe
480-994-2297 • bigsurffun.com
All-day waterpark team building phoenix admission, host, reserved birthday cabana tables with paper goods, pizza, soda. 2 hrs. $249-$299 (10 guests).
Castles N’ Coasters
9445 Metro Pkwy E, Phoenix
602-997-7575 • castlesncoasters.com
Ages 4 & up. Amusement park, arcade, miniature golf. 1 hr in party room with paper goods, refillable soft drinks while in party room, pizza, ice cream. $10.25-$26.99 per person (10-person minimum).
CrackerJax Family Fun and Sports Park
16001 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale
480-998-2800 • crackerjax.com
Go karts, laser tag, miniature golf, bumper boats, batting cages. 45 min in party room, choice of hot dog or pizza, ice cream cup, game tokens, redemption tickets for birthday child. $14.99-$19.99/person (8-person minimum).
Enchanted Island Amusement Park
1202 W Encanto Blvd, Phoenix
602-254-1200 • enchantedisland.com
All-day park passes, special party area, T-shirt for birthday child. $129.99 & up. Add-ons include food, soda, entertainers, bounce house, pedal boats, visit from Pete the Parrot.
Golfland-Sunsplash
155 W Hampton Ave, Mesa
480-834-8319 • golfland.com
Golfland: Host, online invitations, round of miniature golf, T-shirt for birthday child, $99-$275 (8-child minimum).
Sunsplash: All-day water park admission, reserved table in birthday cabana, pizza, 1-hr arcade card, goody bags, free game of mini-golf. $27.99-$29.99. (15-person minimum).
Jambo! Indoor Amusement Park
12046 N 32nd St, Phoenix Birthdya Party Places
602-274-4653 • jambopark.com
Miniature golf, unlimited rides, jungle-theme laser tag, indoor playground. Add-ons include pizza, drinks, game tokens, invitations, thank you cards. 2 hrs. $12.99-$20.99/person.
Jumpstreet
455 E Warner Rd, Chandler • 480-270-8008
5665 W Bell Rd, Glendale • 602-889-0081
gotjump.com
Ages 3 & up. Trampolines, trampoline dodgeball. $5-$20/person. Add-ons include pizza, drinks, cake, paper goods, party room (Glendale only).
K1 Speed
2425 S 21st St, Phoenix
602-275-5278 • k1speed.com
Ages 5-15 (height requirement). Indoor go-kart racing. Packages vary; may includes medals or trophies for top 3 finishers, racing score sheet, podium photo, eVite, T-shirt. 3 hrs. $44-$80/person (8-person minimum).
Laser Quest
3335 W Peoria Ave, Phoenix
602-548-0005 • laserquest.com
Laser tag, invitations, party room, paper goods, return pass for birthday child, 2-for-1 discounts on return passes for guests. Must call for pricing (8-player minimum). Add-ons include pizza, drinks and goody bags.
Octane Raceway
9119 E Indian Bend Rd, Scottsdale
602-302-7223 • octaneraceway.com
Kart racing (height and weight restrictions), arcade, mini-bowling, T-shirt for birthday child, key chain for each guest, reserved party section, pizza, drinks. Must call for pricing. Add-ons include medals for top 3 finishers.
OdySea Mirror Maze
9500 E Via de Ventura, Scottsdale
480-270-6200 • odyseamirrormaze.com
Party room, decorations, paper goods, gift for birthday child, host, party favor bags, birthday cake or cupcakes, drinks, 15% off Candy Wall and OdySea Mirror Maze gift shop. 2 hrs. $325 & up (10-player minimum).
Stratum Laser Tag
1455 S Stapley Dr, Mesa
480-545-5500 • stratumhq.com
Variety of laser tag packages. Includes arcade game tokens, pizza, drinks, paper goods. 2 hrs. $199.99 & up (10-player minimum). Add-ons include balloon bouquet, cake, ice cream, goodie bag.
Wet ‘n’ Wild Phoenix
4243 W Pinnacle Peak Rd, Glendale
623-201-2000 • wetnwildphoenix.com
Ages 12 & under. Seasonal. Discounted admission, host, reserved tables, decorations, pizza, unlimited soda, cupcakes, gift for birthday child. $39.99 & up/person (12-person minimum).
ANIMALS, FARMS & RANCHES
Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA
30 N 40th Pl, Phoenix
602-273-6852 x122 • aawl.org/birthday-parties
Ages 4 & up. Up-close animal interactions with at least two exotic animals and dogs/cats. Includes host, invitations, party favors, private room, tour of facility, T-shirt for birthday child. Add-ons include pizza, water bottles, cake. New “Future Vet” birthday package (for ages 10 & up) explores animal medicine. 2-3 hrs. $250 & up (10-30 people, including adults/chaperones).
Desert Palms Equestrian Center
28410 N 44th St, Cave Creek
480-239-4896
All ages. 1 hour riding and 1 hour horse care with barn tour, horseshoe painting. $350 (15-person maximum).
Mother Nature’s Farm
1663 E Baseline Rd, Gilbert
480-892-5874
All ages. Hayride, air bounces, animals, maze, pumpkin picking/decorating (seasonal). Private space available with access to bounce house. 2 hrs. $10/child, $3/adult (for hayride).
Phoenix Zoo
455 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix
602-914-4333
Ages 12 & under. Four party themes to choose from, admission to the Zoo, host, party ramada, party favor bags, paper goods, one carousel ride/Stingray Bay admission, craft activity, cake, ice cream, lemonade, T-shirt for guest of honor. 1½ hrs. $250 & up (10 children and 12 adults).
Schnepf Farms
24810 S Rittenhouse Rd, Queen Creek
480-987-3100
Ages 1-12. Down on the Farm Birthday Party with private area, party host, lemonade, unlimited train rides, jumping pillows, petting zoo, play yard, glitter tattoos. Add-on includes pony rides. 3 hrs. $100-$250 (up to 35 guests).
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium
5000 S Arizona Mills Circle #145, Tempe
480-478-7598
Ages 4-12. Guided scavenger hunt, kids birthday places party host, decorated party room, goody bags, annual pass for guest of honor. 2 hrs. $275 & up.
Shamrock Farms
40034 W Clayton Rd, Stanfield
602-477-2462
All ages. Farm tour on cow-spotted train, reserved seating in Welcome Center Barn, ice cream, flavored milk, Roxie wristbands, goody bags (for ages 12 & under), gift for guest of honor, balloons, tablecloths, food combos discounts. Seasonal. $100 (8 guests); $9/additional guest.
Superstition Farm
3440 S Hawes Rd, Mesa
602-432-6865
All ages. Dairy farm tour, hayride, petting zoo, 90 minutes in private party space, party host, ice cream cake, milk bar (choose from 12 flavors). $12.50/person (8-person minimum).
Tolmachoff Farms
5726 N 75th Ave, Glendale
602-377-4747
All ages. Petting zoo, train ride, pony rides, go karts, rope climb, picnic area, T-shirt for guest of honor and more. 3 hrs. Seasonal. $275 & up (up to 25 guests).
Vertuccio Farms
4011 S Power Rd, Mesa
480-650-6611
All ages. Extreme air pillow, bounce house, hay maze, giant tube slide, pedal carts, farm animals, train ride. 2 hrs. Seasonal. $250 for 2 hours of unlimited play (up to 50 guests).
ARTS & CRAFTS
Art for Fun! Studio and Gallery
3508 N 7th St #115 South, Phoenix
602-274-6441
Ages 6-16. Custom-made art parties offer painting on silk, glass fusing, mixed media canvas collages and more. Children create a unique work of art to take home. 3 hrs. $30/person (up to 24 guests).
As You Wish
7 Valley locations
Ages 2 & up. Glass fusing, canvas painting or pottery painting parties. Studio time with dedicated staffer, paints, brushes, glazing, firing, invitations, keepsake party plate and souvenir birthday pin for guest of honor. 2 hrs. $175 & up.
Build-A-Bear Workshop
4 Valley locations
Ages 3 & up. Party leader to help guests select animals, clothing, accessories. Includes party favors, photo, gift for guest of honor. $12 & up/person.
Carrie Curran Art Studios
10636 N 71st Way #12, Scottsdale
480-478-8121
Ages 6 & up. Paint a masterpiece from a gallery or customize one; art director, art supplies included. 2-3 hrs. $30-$45/person (10-person minimum).
Kalen’s Place
4102 E Beryl Ave, Phoenix
602-316-8596
Ages 3 & up. Balloons, decorations, several party themes. Guests create personalized canvas with instruction and guidance. 2 hrs. $275 (up to 8 guests).
Make Meaning
15257 N Scottsdale Rd #160, Scottsdale
480-845-0000
All ages. Party packages include projects such as ceramics, soap, candles, cake decorating, glassware, jewelry. Add-ons include goody bags, glitter tattoos, photo booth. Catering, beer, wine for adults. 1½ hrs. $19.99 & up/person.
Me The Artist
5355 E High St #109, Phoenix
480-822-7999
Ages 4 & up. Instructions, supplies to paint 8”x10” mini-me’sterpiece to take home. 2 hrs. $199 & up (up to 30 guests).
MUSEUMS
Arizona Science Center
600 E Washington St, Phoenix
602-716-2000 x144
Ages 3-10. Admission to center, decorated party room, hands-on activity, refreshments, paper goods, party favors, gift for guest of honor. Add-ons include discounts for planetarium, IMAX Theater, Sky Cycle or special ticketed traveling exhibits. 1-1½ hrs. $335 & up ($285 & up members).
Arizona Museum of Natural History
53 N Macdonald, Mesa
480-644-3553
Museum time, hands-on activities at Exploration Station, age-appropriate craft to make and take home. 1-1½ hrs. $200 & up ($150 & up members).
Butterfly Wonderland
9500 E Via de Ventura, Scottsdale
480-800-3000
Ages 4 & up. Party room, themed birthday party places in AZ decorations, gift for guest of honor, party favor for all guests, Facebook shout-out, gourmet cake or cupcakes, beverages, 10% discount at gift shop, time in Butterfly Wonderland or OdySea Mirror Maze. 3 hrs. $325 & up.
Challenger Space Center Arizona
21170 N 83rd Ave, Peoria
623-322-2001
All ages. Party themes include Out-of-This-World, StarLab Planetarium, Family STAR Night and Cadet. $9.99 & up/person (minimum of 10 guests).
Children’s Museum of Phoenix
215 N 7th St, Phoenix
602-648-2750
Ages 10 & under. 1 hour in party room, party pal (host) cupcake activity and unlimited museum playtime for the day. $350 & up (non-members).
i.d.e.a. Museum
150 W Pepper Pl, Mesa
480-644-3690
Ages 1-10. Art studio-themed party includes hands-on, age-appropriate art activity with museum staff, host, party room, museum admission, table covers. $250 ($225 members) for 10 children, 10 adults.
PERFORMANCES
Childsplay
Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe
480-921-5700
Ages 3-17. Guest of honor receives birthday wish from the stage, discounted tickets to show of choice and a birthday table in the lobby. Possible additions include backstage tour, themed toy, memory book with autographed cast photos. $16/person & up.
Comerica Theatre
400 W Washington St, Phoenix
602-379-2800
All ages. Group tickets to performances, party suites. 2-3 hrs.
Great Arizona Puppet Theater
302 W Latham St, Phoenix
602-262-2050
Ages 3 & up. Original and traditional stories performed by professional puppeteers. Party room, puppet-making craft activity. 3 hrs. $100 room rental (non-members) plus $5/person.
Rockin’ R Ranch
6136 E Baseline Rd, Mesa
480-832-1539
All ages. All-you-can-eat barbecue dinner, show. Saloon and shops include gold panning, Dutch oven biscuits, petting corral. 2 hrs. $5-$32/person.
US Airways Center
201 E Jefferson St, Phoenix
602-379-7800
All ages. Tickets to events including Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, concerts, circus, family shows, sporting events.
PLAY CENTERS
AZ Air Time
13802 N Scottsdale Rd #145, Scottsdale
480-427-2000
All ages. Trampolines, foam pit, party area, paper goods, host, unlimited fountain drinks, T-shirt for guest of honor. 2-3 hrs. $7 & up/person.
BounceU
1166 S Gilbert Rd #110, Gilbert
480-632-9663
Ages 3 & up. 1 hour bounce time, 45 minutes in party room, host, invitations, paper goods, unlimited drinks, gift and return pass for guest of honor. $159 & up.
Dave & Buster’s
21001 N Tatum Blvd #44-1400, Phoenix • 480-538-8956
2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe • 480-281-8456
Family-style menu or buffet, unlimited soft drinks, a Power Card for each guest, special gift, dessert for guest of honor. 2 hrs. $17.99 & up/person (10-person minimum).
FlipSide
4874 S Val Vista Dr, Gilbert
480-471-8444
All ages. Bowling or attraction (laser tag, mini bowling, laser maze, blast pad, crash pods) parties include pizza, soft drinks, prize tickets for guest of honor, party hostess, paper goods, invitations, thank-you cards. 1-1½ hrs. $12.50 & up/person.
GameWorks
5000 S Arizona Mills Circle #669, Tempe
480-839-4263
Ages 1-17. Video and prize game play, paper goods, balloons, gift for guest of honor. 3 hrs. $13-$20/person (10-person minimum).
Gymboree Play & Music
2160 W Chandler Blvd #18, Chandler • 480-963-1756
19420 N 59th Ave #A103, Glendale • 623-939-1777
7077 E Bell Rd #205, Scottsdale • 480-656-0801
Ages 1-4. Themed parties, private use of facility, activities, trained staff member. Play & Music parties. 1½ hrs. $350 (up to 20 children).
Imagination Avenue
10614 N 32nd St, Phoenix
602-765-3192
Ages 1-6. Child-size town with 9 playhouses, party room, balloons, juice boxes, host, free return pass for guest of honor. 2 hrs. $99-$249.
Jubeelieve Indoor Playland
965 E Van Buren St #115, Avondale
623-428-7529
Exclusive use of playland, tablecloths, paper goods, drinks, free pass for guest of honor. 2 hrs. $225 & up.
Jump City Trampoline Park
3921 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix
602-522-8000
All ages. 1 hr 45 min of jump time, pizza, drinks, paper goods, passes for each guest. $150-$400.
Kiwanis Recreation Center
6111 S All America Way, Tempe
480-350-5751 • tempe.gov
All ages. Wave pool, water slide (for those 48” and taller), guaranteed admissions for guests, reserved tables, banners, table covers, hosts. Add-ons include pizzas, goody bags. Sport team parties, Girl and Boy Scout troop parties, graduation parties and more. 2½-3 hrs. $175 to $340.
Kroc Corps Community Center
1375 E Broadway Rd, Phoenix
602-425-5068
Ages 5-16. All indoor facility offers Splash Bash Pool Birthday Party Places in AZ (aquatics center, water slide) or Rockwall Climbing Party (35-foot-high wall). Includes food, drinks for each child. 2½ hrs. $20/person.
Makutu’s Island
6919 W Ray Rd, Chandler
480-344-3740
Unlimited play on indoor playground, party room, host, game tokens, pizza, drinks, cake, invitations, thank-you cards, party favors, gift for guest of honor. 2 hrs. $189.95-$359.95.
PlayGrounds Fun Zone & Café
8190 W Union Hills Dr #110, Glendale
602-761-9663
Ages 1-10. Admission to Fun Zone (3,500 square-foot indoor play space), balloon, unlimited drinks, pizza, ice cream, party room, paper goods, host. 2 hrs. $275-$400.
Pump It Up
14131 N Rio Vista Blvd #5, Peoria • 623-572-0090
9378 E Bahia Dr, Scottsdale • 480-425-7867
1325 W Auto Dr #101, Tempe • 480-940-7867
All ages. Indoor arenas with gigantic inflatables and attractions. Themes include Glow Parties, Superhero Training Camp and Pirate Quest. 2 hrs. $125-$459.
Sky Zone Peoria
9040 W Larkspur Dr #134, Peoria
623-979-4000
All ages. Trampoline time, party room, host, pizza, drinks, invitations, gift for guest of honor. 2 hrs. $199 – $429.
The Play Factory
Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix
480-473-PLAY (7529)
Entire facility reserved for private party, 2 party hosts, invitations, paper goods, balloons. 2 hrs. $279-$299.
Toys & Playtime Oasis
13802 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale
480-948-4630
Ages 1-5. Indoor play time with developmental, creative, climbing, building toys. 2 hrs. $250.
Uptown Alley
13525 N Litchfield Rd, Surprise
623-975-PLAY (7529)
Ages 3 & up. Bowling, laser tag, private rooms, food, unlimited drinks, arcade games. 2 hrs. $15.99-$24.99/person.
RAILROAD PARKS
Daisy Mountain Railroad
41703 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy, Anthem
623-551-5880
Ages 1-10. Offering 1 to unlimited train rides for party guests, playground time. 1 hr. $2-$3.50/person.
Desert Breeze Railroad
660 N Desert Breeze Blvd E, Chandler
480-893-6652
Ages 2-10. Packages include amusement rides, party patio seating, free printable invitations, engineer’s cap for birthday child, ice cream. 2 hrs. $69.95 & up.
Freestone Railroad
1021 E Juniper, Gilbert
480-632-2702
Ages 2-10. Packages include amusement rides, party patio seating, free printable invitations, engineer’s cap for the birthday child, ice cream. Birthday child is free. 2 hrs. $69.95 & up.
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
7301 E Indian Bend Rd, Scottsdale
480-312-2312
Ages 3-8. Party inside a train car, train and carousel rides, utensils, ice cream, punch, T-shirt and group photo for guest of honor, paper engineer hat, balloon, postcard for guests. 1½ hrs. $77 plus $6/person (20-person maximum).
RESORTS
Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort
7677 N 16th St, Phoenix
602-997-2626
All ages. Reserved area at River Ranch water park, host, balloons and decorations. 4 hrs & up. $800 & up (food, beverage minimum) based on reserved area. (1 free adult admission to River Ranch for every 4 children).
Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort
11111 N 7th St, Phoenix
602-866-7500
All ages. Cabana packages include food, drinks; possible extras include birthday decorations, cake, banner. $199 & up. 1 cabana for every 6 guests.
RESTAURANTS
Chuck E Cheese’s
7 Valley locations
Ages 2 & up. Pizza, drinks, host, paper goods, reserved space, game tokens, balloon, medallion, inflatable crown or tiara, recognition in show for guest of honor.
McDonald’s of Arizona
Valleywide
All ages. Play spaces, party packages vary by location.
Peter Piper Pizza
Valleywide
Pizza, drinks, ice cream, game tokens, invitations, decorations, paper goods, host. $7.99 & up/person.
Sugar Bowl Restaurant
4005 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale
480-946-0051
All ages. Ice cream parlor/restaurant, arcade games, token redemption area. 2 hrs.
SPORTS/FITNESS/DANCE
AMF Bowling Centers
Valleywide
Ages 12 & under. Bowling, shoe rental, pizza, soda. Add-ons include decorations, invitations, thank-you cards, goody bags, bowling pin to sign for guest of honor. $12.99 & up/person.
Aqua-Tots Swim Schools
7 Valley locations
Ages 5-12. Indoor swimming, activities, cake, invitations, goody bags, photo. 2 hrs.
AquaSafe Swim School
82 W Ray Rd, Gilbert • 480-821-7946
9380 E Bahia Dr, Scottsdale • 480-425-7946
Ages 2 & up. Exclusive use of the facility, swim time, games, decorations, paper goods, popcorn, ICEES, cake included (other food can be provided at additional cost). 2 hrs. $285-$325 (up to 15 guests).
Arcadia Ice Arena
3853 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix
602-957-9966
Ages 5-14. Packages can include ice-skating, broomball, skating lessons, skate rental, Zamboni ride for guest of honor, party room, host, pizza, drinks. 1-2 hrs. $140 – $200.
Arizona Archery Club and Pro Shop
1115 W Deer Valley Rd, Phoenix
623-266-4647
Private range, party room time.
Arizona Diamondbacks
Chase Field, 401 E Jefferson St, Phoenix
602-462-4600
Ages 16 & under. Tickets to Diamondbacks game, food, gift for guest of honor, a personalized birthday message on dbTV. 3 hrs. $150-$1,200.
Arizona Dynamics Gymnastics and Cheer
2450 E Germann Rd #17, Chandler
480-633-8414
Ages 4 & up. Gym time, games, activities, party room, invitations, tablecloths, balloons, birthday coach, goody bags. 1 hr 45 min. $240 ($200 members) for 10 guests.
Arizona Sports Complex
3555 W Pinnacle Peak Rd, Glendale
623-587-7171
All ages. Indoor soccer, dodgeball, flag football, kickball. 2 hrs. $250.
Arizona Sunrays Gymnastics
13832 N 32nd St #162, Phoenix
3110 E Thunderbird Rd, Phoenix
602-992-5790
Ages 2-17. Gymnastics, dance parties. Staff-led gym time include trampolines, TumblTrak, 2 foam pits, games, rope swing, foam dodge ball, obstacle courses. Includes balloons, T-shirt for birthday child; souvenir cup, Sunrays coupons for guests. Add-ons include themes, bounce house, invitations, pizza, cake, juice. 1½-2½ hrs. $195 & up.
Aspire Kids Sports Center
50 S Hearthstone Way, Chandler
480-820-3774
Ages 3-12. Gymnastics and/or swim parties. $185-$400.
Ballet Etudes
2401 E Baseline Rd #111, Gilbert
480-209-3032
Ballet class by company members, hostesses, games, story time, decorated pointe shoe for guest of honor, invitations, decorations, goody bags, “free month with paid month” offer for guests. $250 & up.
Beginners Edge Sports Training
Locations in Chandler, Phoenix and Scottsdale
623-748-9453
18 months-10 years. Sports fun (your choice of 1-2 sports), party room, sports specialist and party coordinator, popcorn, gift for guest of honor, invitations, paper goods. Includes scrimmage (if children are old enough). 2 hrs. $249 & up.
Bowlmor Scottsdale
7300 E Thomas Rd, Scottsdale
Unlimited bowling, shoe rental, juice and soda, custom birthday cake/cupcakes, invitations and signable bowling pin for guest of honor.
Brunswick Zone Bowling
7 Valley locations
Bowling, shoe rental, pizza, drinks, host, paper goods, invitations, thank-you cards, balloon bouquet, free pass for guests, gift for guest of honor. Add-ons include game card, glow necklaces, laser tag and more. 1½ hrs. $159.99 & up.
Chandler BMX
298 S McQueen, Chandler
480-963-1053
Ages 2 & up (ages 2-4 may ride Strider bikes, ages 5 & up, bicycles; helmets required). Cater your own party; bring your own food & drink. 2 hours of track time (rides supply their own bike and helmet), unlimited guests and track laps, USABMX membership. $235. Additional hours available.
Circus School of Arizona
7432 E Tierra Buena Ln #104, Scottsdale
480-285-9635
All ages. Join the circus for a day and try aerial and ground acrobatics, prop manipulation, balancing skills and more! 1 1/2 hrs. Add-ons include extra activity time with coaches, cake time and themed character appearance.
El Mar Diving Center
2245 W Broadway Rd, Mesa
480-833-2971
Ages 10 & up. Introduction to scuba diving in a pool environment. Includes all gear, certified instructor. 3 hrs. $399 (6 guests, guest of honor is free).
EVO Swim School
868 N Gilbert Rd #100, Gilbert
480-539-2660
All ages. Swimming, pool games, 2 party assistants, invitations, paper goods, decorations, drinks, cake. Fri & Sat only. 2 hrs. $300.
Extra Innings
3530 E Southern Ave, Mesa
480-325-3438
Host, batting time, invitations, pizza, drinks. 1 hr. $135 & up.
Flip Dunk Sports
1515 E Bethany Home Rd #160, Phoenix
602-277-0067
Ages 2 & up. Trampoline, gymnastics, dance, theme parties. 2 hrs.
Great Skate
10054 N 43rd Ave, Glendale
623-842-1181
Ages 3 & up. Admission, skate rental, pizza, drinks, host, reserved seating, trip to DJ booth, souvenir cup, trip to wheel of fortune. 2 hrs. $10.99-$16.99/person.
Ice Den
7225 W Harrison St, Chandler • 480-598-9400
9375 E Bell Rd, Scottsdale • 480-473-5824
Ages 4-15. Ice skating, Zamboni ride for guest of honor, private party suite, party coordinator. 3 hrs. $299 & up.
Life Time Fitness
5 Valley locations (not all locations offer parties to non-members)
Ages 2-12. Themes, rock climbing, swimming, gym games, pizza, juice. 1 1/2-3 hrs. $175-$425.
Lori’s Swim School
5320 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale
602-787-5977
Ages 4-16. Pool parties with lifeguards. 2 hrs. $350.
Lucky Strike
50 W Jefferson St, Phoenix
602-732-5490
Ages 12 & under (kids parties) and 13-17 (teen parties). Bowling, shoe rental, unlimited soft drinks. Add-ons include invitations, food, signable bowling pin, glow necklaces. 2 hrs.
Paseo Vista Archery Club
3850 S McQueen Rd, Chandler
Ages 8 & up. Archery instruction by certified instructors, session time. 2 hrs.
Phoenix Gymnastics Academy
1926 W Monona Dr, Phoenix
623-582-5293
Ages 3-12. Gym activities (trampolines, foam pits, rope swings, mountain slides and more), paper goods, goody bags and T-shirt for guest of honor. 1½-2 hrs. $130-$270.
Scorpius Dance Studio
Metropolitan Arts Institute, 1700 N 7th Ave, Phoenix
602-258-9511
Ages 3-17. Dance, aerial arts parties. 2 hrs. $250-$350.
Scuba Professionals of Arizona
9299 W Olive Ave #816, Peoria
602-314-6650
Ages 10 & up. Instructor-led scuba party in 13-foot-deep indoor pool. 3 hrs. $199 & up.
Skateland Chandler
1101 W Ray Rd, Chandler
480-917-9444
Ages 3 & up. Admission, skate rental, pizza, drinks, host, reserved seating, trip to DJ booth, souvenir cup, trip to swirling air prize machine. 2 hrs. $10.99-$16.99/person.
Skateland Mesa
7 E Southern Ave, Mesa
480-833-7775
Ages 3 & up. Admission, skate rental, pizza, drinks, host, reserved seating, trip to DJ booth, souvenir cup, trip to swirling air prize machine. 2 hrs. $10.99-$16.99/person.
SWIMkids USA
2725 W Guadalupe Rd, Mesa
480-820-9109
Ages 1-10. Indoor swimming with lifeguards, indoor play area, gym parties, themed dance parties (princess, ballerina, pirate, hip-hopster). 2 hrs.
Topgolf
9500 E Indian Bend Rd, Scottsdale
480-240-2402
All ages. Unlimited golf playtime, dedicated bay host, catered meals from kids’ menu, unlimited soda, lemonade or iced tea, playing cards. 2 hrs. $25 & up/person.
Valley of the Sun YMCA
Valleywide
All ages. Activity selection varies per facility. 2 hrs (1 hr in birthday space and 1 hr of activity). Call location for pricing.
Westworld Paintball Adventures
4240 W Camelback Rd #C-3, Phoenix
602-447-8200
Ages 10 & up. Indoor and outdoor paintball venues for all level of players. $34.95 & up.
We Rock The Spectrum – Scottsdale
4848 E Cactus Rd #820
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-466-9200 • werockthespectrumscottsdale.com
Ages 1 & up. A sensory-friendly environment appropriate for children with special needs and those who are typically developing. Includes full use of the gym and arts & crafts area. Add-ons include staff assistance, art projects, zip-line, birthday cake, pizza, party favors. $150 & up.
World Champions Alpha Krav Maga
115 E Williams Field Rd #103, Gilbert
480-782-5425
Ages 4 & up. Martial arts instruction, games, activities, challenges, decorations, pizza, drinks and free uniform and classes for all guests. 1½ hrs. $375 for 10 kids ($20 for each additional child).
Xtreme Gymnastics
15821 N 79th St #3, Scottsdale
480-596-3543
Ages 3-12. Trampolines, obstacle course, foam pit, spring floors, bars, beams, rings, trained staff, cake, juice, balloons, decorations, T-shirt for guest of honor. Add-ons include pizza, inflatables. 1½ hrs. $215 & up.
THEME PARTIES
21 Cakes
7001 N Scottsdale Rd #175, Scottsdale
480-699-6220
Ages 5 & up. Cupcake decorating parties include two unfrosted cupcakes, variety of frosting in piping bags, toppings, instruction by pastry chef, take-home box. $23/person.
Bricks Studio
4550 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix
602-954-5200
Ages 1-16. Party planner, teachers, food, drinks, crafts, decorations, games. Themed parties including princess, hip hop, sports, rock star, first birthdays. 1½ hrs. $350.
ChocoladevanBrugge
4225 N Marshall Way #2, Scottsdale
480-721-7363
Ages 5 & up. Chocolate dipping parties, chocolate decorating, fresh waffles; possible in store or on location. Over 100 different dipping items to choose from. Many combinations possible. 1½ hrs. $12.50 & up/child.
Circus School of Arizona @ Fitness Dynamics Studio
7432 E Tierra Buena Ln #104, Scottsdale
480-285-9635 • circusschoolofarizona.com
All ages. Aerial acrobatics, ground, partner acrobatics, rolling globe, juggling and more. $200 & up.
City of Chandler
Tumbleweed Recreation Center
745 E Germann Rd, Chandler
480-782-2908
Ages 2 & up. Themed parties include Sportacular Fun, Creative Arts Delight, Outdoor Bounce Adventures, The Main Event. 1½ hrs. $176 & up ($130 & up residents).
Classic Cakes and Confections
7144 E Stetson Dr #C-100, Scottsdale
480-994-9662
Ages 6 & up. Cake-decorating party; each child decorates and takes home a cake. Includes bakery tour, disposable apron, chef’s hat, recipes to take home. 1½ hrs. $37.50 & up/child.
Future Forward
3610 N 44th St, Phoenix
602-980-1344
Ages 3-18. Themed parties (construction, Pinkalicious, Frozen, Star Wars, sports and more) with activities, food selections. $295 & up (6 children).
Gigi’s Cupcakes Chandler
1085 W Queen Creek Rd, Chandler
480-821-2247
Ages 6-12. Learn and practice multiple frosting techniques from bakers, then decorate your own cupcakes. Goody bags, chef’s hats, aprons (select packages). 2 hrs.
Girly Girlz
3426 E Baseline Rd #111, Mesa • 480-503-4TEA (4832)
15425 N Scottsdale Rd #240, Scottsdale • 480-998-4TEA (4832)
Ages 3-13. Themed parties (Frozen, princess, mermaid, Tangled, baking, Hello Kitty, pajama, rock star, spa diva, Monster High and more) in the Tea House or Rock Stage, custom invitations, RSVP management, party food, crafts, glam session, favors. 2-2½ hrs. $299-$399; $35/person for Diva Day Spa experience.
Great Play of Chandler
2855 W Ray Rd, Chandler
480-726-7529
Ages 1-10. Interactive Arena play time, welcome message, digital photo of guest of honor on scoreboard, games, pizza, cake time, awards ceremony. 1½ hrs & up. $299 ($269 enrolled members).
Harkins Theatres
Valleywide
Ages 3-17. Birthday packages include, ticket to public showing, kid’s combo (minimum group of 10 guests). Guest of honor receives free ticket, combo. Auditorium rentals for private screenings. $10-$15.
Princess Parties by Ella
3244 E Guadalupe Rd #104, Gilbert
602-469-1200
Ages 2-13. Picture time, interactive storytime, hairdos, glitter tattoos, face painting, balloon animals, crafts and more. 30 min-2 hrs. $100-$400.
Mrs Potts Tea Party
264 W 2nd St, Mesa
480-827-0654
Ages 3 & up. Themes include Petite Princess, Mad Hatter, Rock Star, Dress Up and more. 2 hrs. $300 & up.
Snip-its
3415 W Frye Rd #4, Chandler • 480-963-0800
2743 S Market St #104, Gilbert • 480-963-8111
All ages. Glamour, Hollywood, Spa, Rock Star parties. 1½ hrs.
The Cookie DoughJo
8271 W Lake Pleasant Pkwy #101, Peoria
602-448-5635
Ages 3 & up. Bake a dozen cookies from scratch then customize a take-home. 2 hrs. $199 & up (10 bakers).
The Little Gym
538 S Gilbert Rd #109, Gilbert • 480-855-7766
319 N Litchfield Rd #104B, Goodyear • 623-535-5222
4848 E Cactus Rd #510, Scottsdale • 602-996-1380
10953 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd #107, Scottsdale • 480-596-9310
Ages 1-12. Parties held on Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Themes include Dora the Explorer, Go, Diego, Go!, LEGO. 1½ hrs. $300.00.
UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle
16000 Maricopa Rd, Maricopa
520-233-2431
All ages. Party packages with bowling, laser tag, arcade games, movies, food, beverages, private party rooms. $16.95 & up/person.
Valley of the Sun JCC
12701 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale
480-483-7121 x1275
All ages. Themes include arts & crafts, sports, cooking. Kosher food, cake packages. 2 hrs. $250 & up.
Vanity Blowout Bar
15807 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd #110, Scottsdale
480-451-7000
Ages 5 & up. Themes, hair styling, runway-ready makeup application, facials, massages and more. 1½ hrs. $25 & up/person.
TOURS
Cerreta Candy Company
5345 W Glendale Ave, Glendale
623-930-9000
Ages 4 & up. Factory tour, chocolate pizza make-and-take activity. 1-1½ hrs. $10/person.
Scooptacular
5150 W Baseline Rd #102, Laveen
602-237-0254
All ages. Tour of workroom, samples, 2 party hosts, decorations, games, paper products, drinks.
Stuffington Bear Factory
2302 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix
602-225-9513
All ages. Guided tour of factory, bear-making activity. Add-ons include pizza, cake, drinks, paper goods. 2 hrs. $150 (6 guests), $20/additional guest.
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