Kids Birthday Party Places in Chicago (Parent Reviews)

Birthday parties at Jak's Warehouse could include bumper cars, go-karts, ballocity, a rock wall, laser tag, sky trail, and a dark ride.

Alexandra F.:  My kids love going to birthday parties at Sky Zone, and they seem to be a popular option for the older elementary school crowd. I feel like they are the next step up after all the bounce house birthday parties when they are younger, and keep them just as active!

FunFlatables is a bounce house play center where kids can jump, climb, slide and have indoor fun. They offer boundless inflatable play structures featuring: bouncers, obstacle courses, climbers and slides.

Climb On is an indoor climbing gym serving climbers of all ages and abilities. Birthday parties at Climb On include both climbing time and time in a dedicated party room.

At Kids Science Labs, every party includes a number of hands-on science activities for each child, which range from making polymers to experimenting with pressure (safely)—your kids will have fun and learn too.

In addition to their standard My Gym games, activities, rides, and circle-time fun, they invite you and your child to actively participate in designing the birthday party of your dreams. No two My Gym parties are ever the same!

Parties at Bubbles Academy offer private access to their play space and party room.

Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunts will arrange and host a scavenger hunt birthday party at various Chicago attractions (the Loop, the Magnificent Mile, the Art Institute, the Field Museum, and more). This is a unique way to explore the Windy City and celebrate any birthday or event. Teams are challenged to be the first to unravel a series of challenging and humorous clues.

Alexandra F.:  This is an especially great option for older kids who might be looking for a new/different way to celebrate than a typical birthday party. My tween went for her BFFs birthday and had a blast! The iFly in Rosemont is part of the Parkway Bank Park Entertainment District, too, with lots of fun things to do if you want to make an afternoon of it - including getting special treats at the Sugar Factory!

WhirlyBall is a unique experience that combines lacrosse, hockey and basketball with bumper cars. Participants will use hand-held scoops to propel whiffle balls at a scoring target. Players will have a bang-up time trying to outscore the competition. Parties include game time plus time in the party room.

Megan Schumaker Murphy:  This was by far the best birthday party we had for my daughter. Kids get to try a variety of circus skills (like the trapeze or giant gym wheel) and the skilled coaches make sure that children see some success with each new skill. It was inclusive for all ages and developmental levels. Scheduling was easy and the staff was great! Highly recommend.

The Oak Lawn Park District offers gym birthday parties, ice arena parties, and community pavilion parties.

This home-like indoor playground in Chicago has all the toys young tots love: slides, kitchens, imagination play, cars, dolls and more. You can book the entire venue for private use for hosting your child's next birthday party!

Schoolhouse Kitchen + Studio offers unique, hands-on cooking parties for kids. You can choose from one of their party themes or work together with them to create a custom party!

K1 Speed offers unforgettable birthday parties that are great for kids, teenagers, and adults. Whether you’re planning a small birthday party for the family or a large event for a group of children, they can accommodate your needs. Their race packages include podium celebrations for the winners, group photos, and available catering.