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Birthday parties are the highlight of every kid’s year—but what do you do if you don’t have the time or energy to create one at home? Outsource!

Planning kids’ birthday parties can be both an exciting and stressful process. On the one hand, nothing beats your little one’s face light up as they celebrate another year; on the other, the preparation leading up to the event can be quite draining!

One way to alleviate the stress is by hosting a party at one of the many venues around Canberra. We’ve whipped up some suggestions on where to celebrate your child’s next birthday…thank us later.

Bouncy Parties

Indoor trampoline centres are increasingly popular and will burn plenty of energy!

Flip Out Majura

  • Where: Unit 1, 5/17 Mustang Avenue, Majura
  • Phone: (02) 5133 7777
  • Web: flipout.com.au

BOUNCE Belconnen

  • Where: MM3 Westfield Belconnen, 18 Benjamin way
  • Phone: (02) 6189 2391
  • Web: bounceinc.com.au

Creative Parties

Forget pass the parcel, these crafty parties will keep the kids engaged the entire time and let their creativity flow.

Bricks4kidz

Build a Bear

  • Where: Westfield Belconnen, 145/146 Benjamin Way, Belconnen
  • Phone: (02) 6182 2081
  • Web: buildabear.com.au

Tasty Parties

Food glorious food! Forget cooking your own treats, why not get the kids into the kitchen to whip up their own?

Kids Pantry

Foodish @ The Market Kitchen

Pamper Parties

These pamper parties are a total indulgence for every little princess or prince.

Mollycoddle Parties

Active Parties

Want to combine physical activity and a birthday party? These venues do exactly that. Plus, it’s the perfect way to get their energy out for the day… or week.

Holey Moley

  • Where: Canberra Centre, Corner of Cooyong Street and Ainslie Avenue, 148 Bunda Street, City
  • Phone: +61 2 7202 7798
  • Web: holeymoley.com.au

Little Amigos

  • Where: Shop 19/337 Canberra Avenue, Fyshwick
  • Phone: 0417 673 756
  • Web: littleamigos.com

Canberra Martial Arts Academy

Laser Tag

Zone 3 Belconnen Laser Tag

  • Where: 28 Weedon Close, Belconnen
  • Phone: (02) 6251 7200
  • Web: zone3act.com.au

Kingpin

  • Where: Canberra Centre, 148 Bunda Street, City
  • Phone: (02) 6188 7601
  • Web: kingpinplay.com

iPlay

Paintball

Delta Force Paintball

Paintball Sports ACT

Rock Climbing

Canberra Indoor Rock-Climbing Mitchell

BlocHaus Bouldering Canberra Fyshwick

  • Fyshwick location
    • Where: 2, 2/1 Dairy Road, Fyshwick
    • Phone: (02) 6280 8830
    • Web: blochaus.com
  • Mitchell location
    • Where: 1/2 Essington Street, Mitchell
    • Phone: (02) 5117 4548
    • Web: blochaus.com

Ninja Party

B.Firm Outdoor Activity Centre

  • Where: 250 Narrabundah Lane, Symonston
  • Phone: 0418 225 525
  • Web: bfirm.com.au

Arcade Parties

These venues have something for everyone! With over 40 games at each place, from bowling to laser tag, it won’t be hard to cater to everyone’s interests!

iPlay

Kingpin

  • Where: Canberra Centre, Bunda Street, City
  • Phone: (02) 6188 7601
  • Web: kingpinplay.com

Outdoor Parties

Perfect for that Vitamin D kick!

Arboretum

Parks

Want an area where you can organise your kids party and not worry about the mess at home? Parks are the perfect area to invite as many people as you like and play all the classic party games. They’re also a great way to save a buck!

Black Mountain Peninsula

  • Where: Garryowen Drive, Acton
  • Phone: 13 22 81

John Knight Memorial Park

  • Where: Off Aikman Drive, Townsend Place, Belconnen
  • Phone: 13 22 81
  • Web: parks.act.gov.au

Weston Park

Gardens

Cockington Green Gardens

Dance, Skate and Gym Parties

Dance and gymnastics parties are a great way for kids to work off the sugar high!

Kokoloco Dance Studio

  • Where: 28 Astrolabe Street, Red Hill
  • Phone: 0421 798 490
  • Web: kokoloco.com.au

GymbaROO

  • Where: 25 Richmond Avenue, Canberra Airport
  • Phone: 0428 073 607
  • Web: gymbaroo.com.au

Canberra City Gymnastics Club

Woden Valley Gymnastics Club

Phillip Swimming & Ice Skating Centre

iSkate Park

Movie Parties

Organising a party at a cinema is a great way to entertain the kids and appeals to all ages. Oh yeah, and it’s quiet (for the parents)!

Belconnen Hoyts

  • Where: Westfield Belconnen, Benjamin Way, Belconnen
  • Phone: (02) 6223 5300
  • Web: hoyts.com.au

Woden Hoyts

  • Where: Bradley Street, Phillip
  • Phone: (02) 6223 5310
  • Web: hoyts.com.au

Dendy Canberra Centre

  • Where: Canberra Centre, 148 Bunda Street, City
  • Phone: (02) 6221 8900
  • Web: dendy.com.au

Limelight Cinemas

Palace Electric Cinemas

Puzzle and Escape Rooms 

Why no challenge your child with an escape room?

Hijinx Hotel

  • Where: Canberra Centre, Corner of Cooyong Street and Ainslie Avenue, 148 Bunda Street
  • Phone: (02) 8311 6335
  • Website: hijinxhotel.com.au

Revelation Puzzle Rooms

Riddle Room

  • Where: 8/160 Lysaght Street, Mitchell
  • Phone: (02) 6174 1137
  • Website: riddleroom.com.au

Pool Parties

A pool party is a great idea with many outdoor pools offering BBQ’s, playgrounds and grassy areas to picnic on! Indoor facilities are also a good bet in the cooler months – they’re guaranteed to bring a touch of summer to cold days!

Canberra Olympic Pool

Canberra International Sports and Aquatic Centre (CISAC)

  • Where: 100 Eastern Valley Way, Bruce
  • Phone: (02) 6251 7888
  • Web: clubswim.com.au

Animal Parties

Have a little animal lover? We’ll just leave this here…

National Zoo & Aquarium: Safari Birthday Tours

Canberra Reptile Zoo

National Dinosaur Museum

Gooromon Park Pony Riding School

Karting Parties

Perfect to satisfy any kid with a ‘need for speed’.

Power Kart Raceway

Train Parties

All aboooooooooard! If trains are more to your child’s liking, there are a couple of great options around town.

Canberra Miniature Railway

  • Where: 501 Jerrabomberra Avenue, Symonston
  • Phone: 1300 731 954
  • Web: csmee.au

Yarralumla Play Station

  • Where: City Parks Administration Depot, 9 Pescott Lane, Yarralumla
  • Phone: (02) 6282 2714
  • Web: yarraps.com.au

Magic Parties

After a little bit of birthday magic?

Quizzic Alley

Bowling Parties

Bowling remains a classic for a reason! There are plenty of tailored birthday packages available for all ages.

Zone Bowling Belconnen

Kingpin

  • Where: Canberra Centre, Bunda Street, City
  • Phone: (02) 6188 7601
  • Web: kingpinplay.com

iPlay

Indoor Playgrounds

Indoor playgrounds offer excellent party packages. Think themed party rooms, plenty of space to play and catering packages!

Little Amigos

  • Where: Shop 19/337 Canberra Avenue, Fyshwick
  • Phone: 0417 673 756
  • Web: littleamigos.com

Lollipops Playland and Café

Let’s Play Indoor Playground

  • Where: 7/50 Curran Drive, Nicholls
  • Phone: (02) 6241 8535
  • Web: letsplay.net.au

Henry’s Parties (Southern Cross Club)

  • Woden location
    • Where: 92-96 Corinna Street, Phillip
    • Phone: (02) 6283 7200
    • Web: cscc.com.au
  • Tuggeranong location
    • Where: Corner Pitman & Holwell Street, Greenway
    • Phone: (02) 6293 7200
    • Web: cscc.com.au
  • Jamison location
    • Where: Corner Catchpole & Bowman Street, Macquarie
    • Phone: (02) 6251 2255
    • Web: cscc.com.au

Space Hire

Want to DIY but don’t have the space? A budget-friendly option is hiring a community hall or room. You’re not starved for choice in Canberra!

Tiny Creatures Co.

Northside Community Services

  • Where: Several Venues option, including: Majura Community Centre (Dickson), Corroboree Park Function Room, Corroboree Park Hall and Palmerston Function Room
  • Phone: (02) 6171 8000
  • Web: northside.asn.au

Kippax Uniting Church

  • Where: Hardwick Crescent & Luke Street, Holt
  • Phone: (02) 6254 1733
  • Web: kippax.uca.org.au

Kambah Playgroups Association

  • Where: Thesis Cottage, 7 Reynell Place, Kambah
  • Phone: 1800 171 882
  • Facebook: @kambahplaygroups

Bring It Home

You’ve decided to have it home, but don’t want to do the work? Get someone to organise for you!

Mim & Me

  • Where: Your place, or venue of choice
  • Email: neilsen@outlook.com
  • Facebook: @MimandMe1

Gecko Gang

  • Where: Your place, or venue of choice
  • Phone: 0481 069 896
  • Web: geckogang.com.au

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