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Birthday Party in Columbia

Fox Farm

803.351.2462 | 133 Virginia Pine Lane, Lexington , SC

Fox Farm

Fox Farm is a family-run farm that offers family visits by appointment and birthday parties on Saturdays.

Family visits:  Offers Saturday visits, by appointment only. Visits include:
Horse rides for $7.00 per child, $3.00 per adult
Hayrides
Visit the barn to feed and pet the farm animals.

Birthday parties: Parties cost $200 for a 2-hour time slot on Saturdays. Parties include:
Cookouts
Hayrides
Horse rides
BB gun shooting
Visits to the barnyard
Crafts

Beltline Lanes

803.908.4895 | 2154 South Beltline Boulevard, Columbia, SC

Bowling Alley with open play and Cosmic Bowling in addition to a game room, arcade, and bar.

Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 10 am to 10 pm
Friday-Saturday: 10 am to 12 am
Sunday: 10 am to 9 pm

Prices start at $3.50 per game until 5 pm
$4.50 per game after 5 pm

Birthday Party Packages start at $15 per kid (10 child minimum) and includes a game, shoes, pizza, and an arcade card.

Kelly's Gymnastics Birthday Parties

| 108 Park Road, Lexington, SC

Parties are offered for kids ages 2 to 14 years old, with equipment like air ball, air tumble track, and air fit and fun wheel. Parties are led by staff and structured.

Anchor Lanes

803.732.7880 | 1057 Lake Murray Boulevard, Irmo, SC

This bowling alley offers open play rates, shoe rentals, and Rock-N-Glow bowling Friday and Saturday evenings.

Anchor Lanes participates in summer Kids Bowl Free.

Birthday Parties: Anchor Lanes has several customizable parties for kids, teens, and even adults. Parties include bowling and shoe rental, plus various options for food packages, party host, photographs and more!

Laugh 'N Leap Amusements

| 3125 Bluff Road, Columbia, SC

Rent bounce houses, slides, obstacle courses, rides and games and much more to bring to your party location.

Horse Crossing Farm

| 210 Railraod Avenue, Lexington, SC

Horse Crossing Farm has an almost endless list of offerings from birthday parties to mommy and me classes, horseback riding classes, farm tours, animal meet & greets, and lots more.

 

 

Little Creek Farm offers small group interactive tours, birthday parties for kids, a space for adult gatherings, a photography rental location, and more!

Birthday Parties at Little Creek Farm include a bounce house and farm tour with animal interactions and photo opportunities. The cost is $250 for 20 children. There is a covered seating area available for party use. No food is included, but parents may bring in food, cake, beverages, and decorations.

Balloon Squad

Balloon arrangements, arches, and more all delivered to your party location.

Fox Farm

| 133 Virginia Pine Lane, Lexington, SC

Birthday parties at Fox Farm include horse rides, hayrides, and time to pet and feed the animals. Many party additions are available including a weenie roast, smores, bb gun shooting, and crafts.

Three Fountains Recreation

| 2724 Emanuel Church Road, West Columbia, SC

Throw a party at Three Fountains Recreation and your guests will enjoy unlimited skating and mini-golf, plus options to include pizza, soda and ice cream.

They also offer open skate sessions Friday through Sunday, including evening hours. Prices range from $6 – $8  depending on the day.

Escapology offers private escape room adventures so you’ll never be solving your puzzles with a stranger. Just get your group together and book one of their 12 rooms, which are family-friendly. No jump scares, everything is PG. They also offer large group team building for groups as large as 180.

Birthday Parties: Book a birthday party or private event at Escapology. Call to discuss available options.

Urban Air Adventure Park is coming soon to Columbia, SC!  Offering a random day of fun or an extra special birthday party, you and your family will have a blast exploring the trampolines, rock wall, ropes, cafe, and more.

AMF Columbia Lanes

803.798.1310 | 1732 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC

AMF Columbia lanes offer bowling, bowling leagues, birthday parties, special events, billiards, and an arcade. They also have a full bar with food service laneside.

Lanes can be reserved ahead of time online.

Bowling party packages have parties that range from 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Some packages include pizza, ice cream, and more.

PlayMatters SC

803.321.5117 | 3685 Leaphart Road, Suite A, West Columbia, SC

Indoor boutique play center for children ages babies, toddlers, and young children.
Birthday party packages are available, with pricing TBA.

Learn more about PlayMatters SC in our KA Review, including the cost of admission, activities, and more!

Empire Gymnastics

| 116 S. Lake Court, Lexington, SC

Birthday party options at Empire Gymnastics include a bounce house, trampoline, foam pits, ninja course, and even nerf battle options.

Children’s museum with multiple floors of hands-on fun and learning for children and their families. Cafe on-site and regular events. See our full review of EdVenture.

Birthday Parties: Birthday packages include all-day admission for guests and 90 minutes in a private party room.

Summer Camp: Summer Camps exist to ignite curiosity, discovery, and adventure in children ages 4-10. Camps are open to the public, and there are a variety of camps to choose from. Space is limited, and all campers must be potty-trained.

Once Upon a Princess has both princess characters and adventure characters that will visit your child’s birthday party. There are a variety of packages that include length of visit, plus options for sing-alongs, makeovers, stories, games, and more.

Once Upon a Princess serves Columbia, Lexington, Irmo, Chapin, Blythewood, Rock Hill, Camden, and Aiken.

Columbia Marionette Theatre offers family-friendly puppet shows for kids and families.

Birthday Parties: Parties at Columbia Marionette Theatre include an hour in a themed party room, a gift for the birthday child, and admission to the puppet show.

Marionette Theater in Columbia, SC

Fairytale Princess Company

Fairytale Princess Company brings costumed characters to your party. Princess visits for parties will last 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on party package purchased.

Riverbanks Zoo

| 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC

Birthday parties at the Riverbanks Zoo can take place at the zoo or Waterfall Junction. Parties last 1 and a half hours, and include admission, food choices, an activity bag for guests, and a gift for the birthday child. Parties can be customized with additional enhancements, activities, and food.

If you’re looking for something to do indoors, the Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center and Birdhouse are great options.

Lake Murray Gymnastics

803.233.1460 | 110 Hunter Village Drive, Irmo, SC

Classes: Lake Murray Gymnastics offers gymnastics classes for all ages of children, from just walking through the 12th grade. Classes are offered during the school year and summer. They also offer Ninja, Cheer, and a parent’s night out program.

Birthday Parties: Lake Murray Gymnastics offers birthday parties that include one hour of time in the gym with balance, foam pits, trampolines, and more, plus 30 minutes in the party area.

Summer Camps: Lake Murray Gymnastics offers summer camps for preschoolers to school-age where campers will train in small groups and practice gymnastic skills. Kids will also participate in arts & crafts, games, and strength training.

Parent’s Night Out: Ages 4 and up on Friday nights from 6:30 pm to 10 pm. Register in advance.

Altitude Trampoline Park

| 7451 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, SC

At Altitude you’ll find trampolines, tumble tracks, dodgeball and many more classic trampoline park attractions. Specials include unlimited afterschool jump time for one price and monthly memberships.

Birthday Party: Packages include the option to reserve a table, use a private party room, or book the entire park. Party sizes begin at 8 people and include pizza, water, 2 hours of party time, and jump socks.

Palmetto Mobile Arcade

Bring the fun to you with a mobile video game truck, flex video game, and nerf battlefields.

Palmetto Performing Arts

803.760.6374 | 13 Calendar Court, Columbia, SC

Classes: Palmetto Performing Arts offers performing teams, Hip Hop, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical, Contemporary, Tap, and Acro. Classes are available for all ages and skill levels.

Birthday Parties: You can host your next birthday party with Palmetto Performing Arts. Contact the center for more information regarding pricing and details.

Summer Camp: Summer camps are available, and are based on themes. Camp ages range from 3- 18, and are grouped by age range.

Eudora Farms

| 219 Salem Lane, Salley, SC

Have a guided wagon ride through Eudora Farms safari complete with a tour guide! Decorate picnic tables and bring your own food.

  • Minimum of 10 people
  • Option for half-price pony rides
  • Unlimited time exploring the walkable exhibits

Stars and Strikes

678.965.5707 | 800 Lake Murray Boulevard, Irmo, SC

This entertainment center offers arcade games, augmented reality bowling, axe throwing, laser tag, VR, food, and more!

They also offer kid and adult birthday party packages starting at $19.95 per person.
The space can also be rented for large events.

Hours:
Monday – Thursday: Noon – 11:30 pm
Friday: Noon – 12:30 am
Saturday: 10 am – 12:30 am
Sunday: 10 am – Midnight

Call Ahead to make sure the space is open. Stars and Strikes is sometimes closed to the public for private events.

 

AR Workshop Columbia

| 4711 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC

DIY projects, classes for adults, kids, and families to complete projects together.

Birthday Parties: Parties for ages 6 and up that include all materials, prep, and clean-up. There are a wide variety of crafts t choose from and everyone goes home with the project they have made.

Summer Camp: 4 day summer camps for kids 7 to 14 from 9:30 am to 12 pm. Each week is a different project and crafting focus. Complete projects like tie-dye, string art, pillows, dream catchers, and more.

 

 

Skateland

| 800 Bookman Road, Pontiac, SC

Indoor roller skating and an indoor playland is available for family fun at Skateland. Skate rentals are available. Special events include glow parties, pizza nights, and more.

Summer camp at Skateland Fun Center includes roller skating, use of an indoor/outdoor playground, field trips, crafts, and more!

  • For kids ages 5 to 12
  • Breakfast, lunch and snacks included
  • 6:30 am to 6:30 pm
  • Weekly and daily options

Birthday parties at Skateland include pizza, skate rentals, and use of the indoor playland, plus other options depending on the party package.

Royal Z Lanes

803.788.9208 | 8512 Two Notch Road, Columbia, SC

Bowling Alley and Arcade.

Bowling prices:
$3.99 per game Monday – Thursday
$4.99 Friday and Saturday
The shoe rental is $4.29

They also offer Cosmic Bowling on Friday and Saturday from 11 pm to 2 am

Party Packages are available starting at $155 for 8 party guests

Surge Adventure Park

| 230 Business Park Boulevard, Columbia, SC

Foam pits at Surge Trampoline Park

Surge Adventure Park offers all sorts of adventure for kids and families including trampolines, a high ropes course, ninja obstacles, and even arcade games.

Birthday Parties: Surge Adventure Park offers trampoline park parties that range in size from 10 to 25 jumpers. Parties include 2 hours of jump time, 2 hosts, a t-shirt for the birthday child, and more.

Flight Adventure Park in Sandhill offers so many activites. You’ll find a trampoline park, roller skating rink, laser tag, indoor turf field and lots more.

Birthday Parties: Birthday party packages include trampoline park parties, bounce house parties, roller rink parties, laser tag parties, and indoor sports parties. Packages can be customized with food, favors, and more.

Nerf Commander is a mobile nerf with pop-up bunkers, motorized nerf blasters, protective eyewear, and more. There’s a wide variety of packages to fit the number of players and desired accessories. Nerf Commander operates in Lexington County and Richland County.

BGR8 Martial Arts

| 7741 Broad River Road, Irmo, SC

Classes: Martial Arts classes for all ages, also self-defense classes for teens and adults.

Birthday Parties: BGR8 Martial Arts parties include games and a mini-lesson, cake cutting with a real sword, time to open gifts, and a group photo.

Premier Martial Arts

803.768.4397 | 275 Harbison Boulevard, Columbia, SC

Classes: Premier Martial Arts offers kids martial arts, adult martial arts, Karate, Krav Maga, and Kickboxing.

Birthday Parties: Birthday party packages include martial arts games, board breaking, and cake cutting with a sword! Contact the facility for more details about party package pricing and additional details.

Party Pals 4 Fun

803-216-5090

Have an exciting character show-up to your child’s next party! You can choose from Mickey Mouse, Sonic, CoCoMelon, Spiderman, Paw Patrol characters, and more.

There are 2 packages to choose from: 15 minute pop-in for $45 or 30-minute pop-in for $80.

Email or call to to schedule.

 

Odom's Mobile Petting Zoo

803-960-9855

You can have a mobile petting zoo and mini horse rides at your child’s next birthday party! Odom’s Mobile Petting Zoo brings all the animals straight to you!

Frankie's Fun Park

| 140 Park Ridge Drive, Columbia, SC

Frankie’s Fun Park is a place for children of all ages. With mini golf, bumper boats, batting cages, an arcade, laser tag, and more, there’s plenty to entertain yourself with.

Birthday Party Packages: A party a Frankie’s Fun Park can include food with their food packages or just play cards for varying amounts so your guests can enjoy all the games, rides and attractions at Frankie’s Fun Park.

Bowlero Cayce

803.796.6300 | 900 Axtell Drive, Cayce, SC

Offers a bowling alley, arcade, and sports bar. They offer a “laneside” menu for food and beverages.

Hours:
Sunday: 1 pm – 11 pm
Monday and Wednesday: 2 pm – 11 pm
Tuesday: 2 pm – 1 am
Thursday: 9 am – 1 am
Friday: 2 pm – 2 am
Saturday: 12 pm – 2 am

Call before visiting around holiday due to special hours.
They also offer party packages for kids’ parties, teen parties, corporate events, and social events.

Clinton Sease Farm

| 382 Olde Farm Road, Lexington , SC

Clinton Sease Farm Pumpkin Patch in Lexington, SC

Fall season begins September 22, 2023 November 5th, 2023
Corn maze, pumpkin patch, and sunflower fields. Activities are Friday through Sunday.
Friday: 6 pm – 8 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 8 pm
Sunday: 2 pm – 7 pm

Clinton Sease Farm is located in Lexington, SC, and was established in 1940. The farm has expanded since the early 2000s to include several public attractions, including a corn maze, birthday parties, and school tours.

Offers:
Sunflower fields: 
September
Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch: September 22, 2023 November 5th, 2023 for ages 3 and up. Tickets for mazes include all mazes, playground access, an obstacle course, unlimited wagon rides, and a visit to the pumpkin patch (pumpkin purchased separately).
Note: The pumpkin patch has placed pumpkins, not pumpkins on the vine. 

Pricing:
Sunflower fields: $12 online; $14 at the door
Corn Maze: $18.00 for ages 3 and up (other activities included in price)
Ages 2 and under are free

School Tours available:
Pumpkin Patch Tour (October)
Strawberry Patch Tour (April)
Garden Tour (June)

Birthday Parties are available to book from April through November

Pets are not allowed.

 

Summit Adventure Park

| 2245 Charleston Highway, Cayce, SC

Summit Adventure Park gives kids of all ages the opportunity to get some energy out while playing and having fun indoors. Activities include the main trampoline area, basketball, dodgeball, wipe out, an interactive light wall, and more. There’s even a designated area for toddlers.

Birthday Party Packages: Summit Adventure Park offers birthday party packages that accommodate 10 to 20 jumpers for 2 or 3 hours, depending on the package you choose. All packages include pizza, water and jump socks.

Classes: Offers gymnastics classes for toddlers and preschoolers as well as school-aged children. In addition to gymnastics, they also offer Ninja classes.

Birthday Parties: 1 1/2 hour long party with instructional gym time, foam pit, trampoline, and lots more. Option to add cake service.

Summer Camps: Carolina Gymnastics has a partial-day Summer Camp for children ages 3-12. Activities include gymnastics, crafts, a foam pit, games, snack, and trampoline. There are also themed dress-up days to make the experience even more fun and memorable for kids.

Open Gym Playtime: Play indoors at the gym on select Fridays.

Flight Adventure Park

| 1019 Broadstone Road, Irmo, SC

Flight Adventure Park in Irmo has tons of ways for families to have fun, including trampolines, bounce houses, an arcade, and even an ice skating rink.

Birthday Parties: Flight Adventure Park in Irmo offers trampoline parties, bounce house parties, and ice-skating parties. Various packages are available and they can be customized with options for pizza, beverages, and more.

Columbia Fireflies Birthday Package

| 1640 Freed Street, Columbia, SC

Have a minor league baseball birthday party with the Columbia Fireflies. The package is for 12 people and includes tickets, hotdogs, drinks, Fireflies hats, birthday cake, autographed baseball, and a Fireflies batting helmet for the birthday child.

Twin Farms Mobile Petting Zoo

Twin Farms Mobile Petting Zoo will bring animals to your birthday party location. Animals include chickens, goats, ducks, guinea pig, bunnies, a pig, cow, and a mini horse.

 

Chuck E. Cheese

| 1775 Burning Tree, Columbia, SC

Chuck E. Cheese offers a place for kids to play arcade games, play space, pizza, and more.

Birthday Parties: Party packages include pizza and drinks, add-ons available including cake.

Glow Dragon offers several options for family fun:

  • Play indoor glow-in-the-dark putt-putt mini golf.
  • Axe-throwing
  • Escape rooms
  • Arcade/recreation room

Glow Dragon also offers birthday parties for kids that include unlimited mini golf, ice cream, and a party room, beginning at $300 for 2 hours and 15 people.

 

Ladybug's Facepainting

Bring some beautiful face painting to your child’s birthday party or your next family event. Ladybug’s Facepainting offers a variety of packages that include adorable face painting, balloons, and more. You can check out their work on the Ladybug’s Facepainting Facebook page. 

PLAYlive Nation

803.661.6740 | 1150 Bower Parkway F3, Columbia, SC

Video arcade and social gaming lounge that offers high-end video game systems, board cards, and collectible card games.

Playpass prices start at $14.99 for weekdays, and $16.99 for Sundays, with additional options.
They also offer birthday party packages starting at $229.99

Flour Power

| 4525 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC

Weekly cooking classes for preschool age through teens. Master Chef advanced classes are available for teens.

Birthday Parties: Flour Power has several birthday options that include treats and cooking instructions. They offer parties for a variety of ages, including one, especially for tweens and teens.

Summer Camps (and school breaks): Cooking camps when school is out for kids. Learn new skills through cooking. 2023 Camps are out. Register by January 31st for free early drop off and pick up! Camps are available for kids ages 5 to 8, and kids ages 9 to 12.

Kids Night Out: Cooking classes and activities for kids on Friday nights, perfect for parents to plan a date night.

Classes: Legacy Martial Arts offers classes for young children beginning at age 4, all the way through teens and adults.

Birthday Parties: Legacy Martial Arts birthday parties are fun for all kids, whether they have marital arts experience or not. Parties include some basic instruction as well as activities and all set-up and clean-up.

Summer Camp: Legacy Martial Arts offers a Summer Camp for kids with fun and active educational activities of all kinds.

After School Program: Legacy Martial Arts offers an after school program that provides a positive place for kids to spend time after school.

Three locations: 

579 St. Andrews Road, Irmo, SC
494-4 Town Center Place, Columbia, SC
2627-B Millwood Avenue, Columbia, SC

 

Studio Cellar

| 912 Lady Street, The Vista, Columbia, SC

Bring the kids any time Studio Cellar is open for “Freestyle at the Paintbar.” Just pick a package option and get painting.

Classes: Instructor-led family classes on the weekends!

Birthday Parties: Bring decorations and food, and celebrate while painting at Studio Cellar. There are paint package options to choose from, and you also have the option of selecting a private party when the venue is closed, or a separate party area while the venue is open.

Emerald Artistry

Add face painting or balloon art to your birthday celebration! Artists come to your party location.

Capital Karate

803.212.7111 | 2728 Rosewood Drive , Columbia, SC

Classes: Capital Karate offers Family Martial Arts, Krav Maga/ Self defense classes. A free trial class is offered.

Birthday Parties: 1.5 hours birthday party that provides the decorations and drinks. Parents provide food and cake. The birthday person gets to cut the cake with a sword.  Capital Karate provides fun activities and more for the party.