Best Kids’ Birthday Party Places
Planning a child’s birthday party can feel overwhelming. From picking a theme and choosing a cake to managing the guest list, it’s a lot for parents to juggle. The first big decision? Finding the perfect kids’ birthday party place in Indianapolis.
Luckily, Indy is filled with creative, affordable, and fun options for all ages. Whether your child dreams of bouncing on trampolines, painting masterpieces, scoring strikes at the bowling alley, or hosting a princess tea party, there’s a venue to fit every style.
This guide highlights some of the best children’s birthday venues in Indianapolis—grouped into categories so you can quickly find the perfect match for your child’s personality and your budget.
This guide features listings from our paid partners who were included by invite only.
Wright’s Gymnastics
Wright’s parties are awesome! Choose your own party—pick from Gymnastics, NinjaZone, Blaster, or FUNtime! Your party includes 90 minutes of party time with a coach, set-up, and clean-up.Â
Indy Blast
Turn up the fun with Indy Blast Events, the ultimate mobile party company serving Hamilton County and Indianapolis! From heart-pounding Mobile Laser Tag battles to foam-soaked Foam Parties, Nerf & Gel Blaster fun, Indy Blast brings everything to you—your backyard, local park, gym, or school. Their all-inclusive packages include an on-site Game Master, inflatable bunkers, LED taggers, music, and custom setups to match your party theme. Perfect for birthdays (or school & church events), this crew handles every detail so parents can relax and kids can gear up for action. Make your next birthday unforgettable with Indy Blast Events!
KidStrong
Give your kid the celebration of a lifetime. KidStrong parties are the ultimate celebration experience! Get ready for 90 minutes of nonstop party time, guided by our professional coaches. Parties are perfect for kids ages 1 to 11. Come party at KidStrong, enjoy your party food, and let our coaches clean up for you!
The Music Playhouse
Enjoy a fun-filled birthday party with lots of singing, dancing, movement, and instrument play! The Music Playhouse would love to host your child’s next birthday party at our Carmel location led by one of our very talented Music Playhouse Instructors.
Best Venues/Locations for Children’s Parties
Indoor Active Venues for High-Energy Parties
Indoor Active Venues for High-Energy Parties
Urban Air Adventure Park
Urban Air Adventure Park is an indoor amusement center with trampolines, Dodgeball, Climbing Walls, a Battle Beam, Sky Rider Coaster, Ropes Course, Bumper Cars, Virtual Reality, Warrior Course, and more!
Indy Gamer Station
We are a party and event venue that combines traditional arcade classics with the excitement of video gaming. Whether celebrating birthdays, special occasions, or just enjoying good old-fashioned fun, we have the perfect space!
White Bounce House Indy
The White Bounce House Indy is a small, family-owned, and run business and the only place to rent all-white bounce houses in Indy. You are never too old to bounce and have fun while enjoying Insta-worthy photo ops. Let’s Bounce!Â
Once Upon A Party
Specializing in professional face painting, balloon twisting, glitter tattoos, and over-the-top balloon decor, Once Upon A Party brings the FUN! Whether you are entertaining 10 or 100, we can take your party to the next level with our good, old-fashioned, fun activities.Â
Royal Events
Royal Events travels central Indiana to perform for Birthdays, Festivals, Businesses, & much more. Our professionally trained and talented cast members embody heart, passion, and imagination to create magical moments for ALL ages. Our Characters sing, act, dance, and story-tell LIVE to bring magic into the hearts’ of Indiana!
Indy DJ Connect: Kids Party Entertainment
When it comes to entertaining your kids and their friends, you must keep up with the latest trends or you’ll have a serious uphill battle. Our local kid’s party DJs have years of experience playing today’s hit music for youngin’s all over Indianapolis!
Indianapolis Bouncy Castle Rentals
At Indianapolis Bouncy Castle Rentals, LLC, we are a small, family-owned Bounce House rental business. We strive to provide our service with the highest levels of customer satisfaction. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations to ensure your celebration event leaves your children with lasting fun memories.
Twilight Slumber Parties
There’s no reason to leave home. Celebrate in style with DIY slumber party set-up kits that arrive fully cleaned and sanitized. All you do it untie the tents and decorate/set up following simple instructions. Your slumber party will be beautifully styled and ready for your fun-loving guests.
Other fun Indianapolis Birthday Party Ideas
Rhythm Discovery Center, Skyzone in Plainfield, Skyzone Indianapolis (South), Defy Indy, Kids Planet, Zip City,  Urban Air, Aqua-Tots Swim Parties, Goldfish Swim School.
Entertainment & Activities for Children’s Parties
Snapology Indy West
You choose the location, and we will come to you! All parties include a Birthday theme, a certified Snapology party facilitator who will set up, conduct activities, and clean up.
Science Time
Science Time comes to you, with fun, hands-on experiments! Great for birthdays or playgroups!
Preschool and Baby Birthday Parties
- Gymboree Play & Music
- The Little Gym of Carmel
- Your local pumpkin patch
- A splash pad
- Favorite park
- Pizza King
- Chuck E. Cheese
Arts and Crafts Birthday Parties
- UPaint Pottery
- Pottery By You
- Color Me Mine
- Bisque Barn
- Teal Canary, Greenwood
- Creative Corner Art Studio, Indianapolis
- Cookies & Canvas, Indy
- Paint It! Kids
- Bath Junkie
- Build A Bear Workshop, Multiple Locations
- Kiln Creations, Noblesville
- Tie Dye Lab
- Lowe’s Build a Birthday
Foodie or Cooking Birthday Parties
- Krenolies Donuts
- Cake Bake Shop
- Sprouts Cooking School for Kids
- Jack’s Donuts
- The Flying Cupcake
-
Williams SonomaTilly’s Tea Room
Sporty & Active Birthday Parties
- Carmel Ice Skadium
- Youth Ice Pavilion at the Fairgrounds
- Indy Fuel Tank
- Geist Sports Academy
- Gymnastics Unlimited
- Interactive Academy
- MyGym, Fishers
- Off the Wall Sports, Carmel
- Spectrum Sports
- Sports Zone
- Ninjas Edge
- Climb Time Goldfish Swim School
- DeVeau’s School of Gymnastics
- Danna Mannix, Indianapolis
- Hamilton County Sports Complex, Noblesville
- Hoosier Gymnastics, Plainfield
- Hoosier Heights
- Lifetime Fitness, Multiple Locations
- The Flip Zone, Plainfield
- The JCC
- Franklin Aquatic Center
- Monon Community Center
- Rec Room gymnastics
Cirque Indy
Other Venues/Locations for Birthday Parties
- Indy Parks and Recreation
- Cool Creek Nature Center, Carmel
- Curvy Girl Studio Music & Motion, Noblesville
- 4 Kids Books and Toys, Zionsville
- Bongo Boy Music Center, Indianapolis
- Pink Party Palace, Indianapolis
- Conner Prairie, Fishers
- GreaTimes, Indianapolis
- Laser Tag, Multiple Locations
- School Stony Creek Swim Center, Noblesville
- That Fun Place, Greenfield
- Poplar Ridge Stables, Carmel
- Wrights Gyms, Multiple Locations
- Skateland, Indianapolis
- Roller City
- Natural Valley Ranch
- Darling Divas
- Pinheads, Fishers
- Rascals Fun Zone, Whiteland
- Rhythm Discovery Center, Indianapolis
- Skyzone Trampoline Park, Multiple Locations
- Indy Stars Gymnastics
- Splash Island, Plainfield
- Greenwood Community Center Kid City
- Family Friendly, Kid Friendly Movie Theater
- Carter’s Play Place
- The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
- Conner Prairie
- Laser Flash
- Royal Pin
- Top Golf
- Doughnuts & Dragons Board Game Library Evolve Youth E-Sports
Other Venues/Locations for Birthday Parties
- Indy Parks and Recreation
- Cool Creek Nature Center, Carmel
- Curvy Girl Studio Music & Motion, Noblesville
- 4 Kids Books and Toys, Zionsville
- Bongo Boy Music Center, Indianapolis
- Pink Party Palace, Indianapolis
- Conner Prairie, Fishers
- GreaTimes, Indianapolis
- Laser Tag, Multiple Locations
- School Stony Creek Swim Center, Noblesville
- That Fun Place, Greenfield
- Poplar Ridge Stables, Carmel
- Wrights Fundamentals, Multiple Locations
- Skateland, Indianapolis
- Roller City
- Natural Valley Ranch
- Darling Divas
- Pinheads, Fishers
- Rascals Fun Zone, Whiteland
- Rhythm Discovery Center, Indianapolis
- Skyzone Trampoline Park, Multiple Locations
- Indy Stars Gymnastics
- Splash Island, Plainfield
- Greenwood Community Center Kid City
- Family Friendly, Kid Friendly Movie Theater
- Carter’s Play Place
- The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
- Conner Prairie
- Laser Flash
- Royal Pin
- Top Golf
- Doughnuts & Dragons Board Game Library Evolve Youth E-Sports
Other Entertainment/Activities for Birthday Parties
These businesses and services come to you and provide entertainment and more for kid birthday party, wherever it is.
- Creative Escape
- It’s a Block Party
- Hedgehog Hannah
- Elite Game Truck
- Willing Hands Designs Face Painting
- Indy Arty Party
- Cupcake Bakeries
- Jump for Joy Inflatables
- Hedgehog Hannah Animal Show
- Silly Safaris Live Show
- Iced Out Cake Shoppe & Characters
- Twilight Slumber Parties
Crown Haven Center in Kokomo
Crown Haven Center offers Pony rides, horseback riding, petting zoo, military vehicle rides, indoor archery tag and more. Party room available with rental. Preschoolers will love the pony rides. Other activities are perfect for elementary age and teen birthday party activities.
Duckpin Bowling, Indianapolis
A vintage bowling alley in the Fountain Square neighborhood of Indianapolis. Food and beverages available for sale. Great for kids and families.
Prancing Ponies Miniature Pony Rides
Have the ponies at your house or book a party at Prancing Ponies! Kids will love miniature ponies. Perfect for preschool birthday parties and younger elementary age.
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