The Premier Guide to Fun Birthday Parties: Columbia, SC (2024)

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 9:30 pm. Register in advance.

Parties are offered for kids ages 3 to 10 years old, with equipment like air ball, air tumble track, and air fit and fun wheel. Parties are led by staff and structured.

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

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

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

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

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.

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, arcade games, 2-hour table rental, set-up and clean-up, ticket blaster, and LIVE birthday show. Add-ons are available – including cake.

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 $29.95 per person.
The space can also be rented for large events.

Hours:
Monday – Thursday: Noon – Midnight
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.

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-November 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.

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.

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.

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.

Four locations: 

5225-C Sunset Boulevard, Lexington, SC
7579 St. Andrews Road, Irmo, SC
494-4 Town Center Place, Columbia, SC
4711 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC – Suite 10

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.

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 at 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.

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, cookies, and more.

Have a guided wagon ride through Eudora Farms safari complete with a tour guide! Decorate picnic tables and bring your own food. No balloons allowed for the safety of the animals.

• Minimum of 10 people
• Option for half-price pony rides and parakeet adventure feed sticks
• Unlimited time exploring the walkable exhibits

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 schedule.

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

Birthday Parties: Parties for ages 7 and up that include all materials, prep, and clean-up. There are a wide variety of crafts to choose from and everyone goes home with the project they have made.

Summer Camp: ages 6-17 – 4 day morning summer camps, afternoon camps, 1 day camps – Each week is a different project and crafting focus. Complete various different projects like tie-dye, string art, pillows, dream catchers, and more. Be sure to look them up to see which camp is the best fit for you.

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

Bodacious Bubbles Foam Parties offer a fantastic new trend in Safe Family Fun! Huge Foam Cannons shoot mile high Bubbles to Dance & Play in. It’s safe for People, Pets, Pavement or Grass, and it cleans itself!

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

Hours:
Sunday: 1 pm – 11 pm
Monday: 4 pm – 11 pm
Tuesday: 4 pm – 12 am
Wednesday: 2 pm – 11 pm
Thursday: 9 am – 12 am
Friday and Saturday: 12 pm – 2 am

Balloonopolis can provide the best entertainment available in the Columbia area with experienced and professional balloon artists, face painters, jugglers, magicians, and so much more.

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!

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

Birthday Parties: Birthday packages include all-day admission for guests and 180 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.

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 ages 3-17, for up to 11 participants; parties last for 1 1/2 hours.

Summer Camps (and school breaks): Cooking camps when school is out for kids. Learn new skills through cooking. 2024 Camps are out. 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.

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.

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

Birthday parties at the Riverbanks Zoo can take place at the zoo or Waterfall Junction. Parties last 1 1/2 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.

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

Birthday Parties: Set-up to clean-up is all covered. Capital Karate provides fun activities and more for the party.

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.

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. 

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.

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!

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.

*Events are currently not being offered due to construction on the farm. Check back soon for updated information.

Bowling Alley and Arcade.

Bowling prices:
$4.99 per game Monday – *Friday (*before 4 PM)
$5.99 *Friday – Sunday (*after 4 PM)
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 $165 for 7 party guests

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 11
• 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 (for an additional fee), plus other options depending on the party package.

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.

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.

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.

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, a host, and more.

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.

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

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.

To book with Once Upon a Princess, reach out via Facebook or email.

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 $7 – $12  depending on the day and whether or not you want to add in play golf.

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.

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, and a whole lot of fun!

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!