Looking for a resource to help plan your next birthday celebration? The Guide to Wichita Birthday Parties is back and full of a variety of options for your next party!
Whether you like to host at home and hire the entertainment or want a full-service birthday package option, we’ve got you covered with the ultimate resource to venues, supplies, entertainment, birthday treats, and more! We want to help make birthday parties for your kiddos special.
This guide is brought to you by the businesses in the featured listings below. Beyond that, you will find a comprehensive directory of businesses associated that will also provide fun for your party!
Wichita Birthday Parties
Greater Wichita YMCA
Location: Multiple locations around Wichita
Cost: Packages start at $175 (members) and $225 (non members)
They offer KIDS BIRTHDAY PARTIES and other PRIVATE and SPECIAL EVENTS at most locations. Do you want a spacious party area? Are you struggling to find some fun activities the kids will enjoy? The Greater Wichita YMCA offers birthday parties that feature your choice of indoor pools, outdoor waterparks, gymnastics, climbing walls, sports or create your own!
Packages Include: 2-hour party with your choice of activity; 10″ cake (or 30 cupcakes); drinks; party host; goodie bags; set-up and clean-up
Let the Y help organize and host your party! They’ll take care of everything so you can relax and celebrate your child’s special day with family and friends.
Happily Ever After Parties, LLC
Location: Greater Wichita Area
Ages: primarily 3-10
Cost: Packages start at $100
Special Discount: Use promo code “Wichita Moms” for $20 off your next birthday party package.
Since 2015, they have been creating unique, unforgettable, and magical character experiences for children of all ages. With over 50 princesses, superheroes, and mascots available for birthday parties, corporate gatherings, employee/customer appreciation functions, charitable and other special events and utilizing the most desirable costumes in the market in addition to having a cast of trained performers, singers, and dancers who love to entertain children, this company stands out among the rest.
Wichita Gymnastics
Location: East: 9400 East 37th Street North
Ages: 4-11
Cost: Packages start at $175
A birthday party at WGC is the easiest party you’ve ever hosted because they do it all. Choose from a traditional gym party, a swim party (summertime), or a swim and gym party (summertime). Parties include either 1.5 or 2 hours (longer parties may be requested), invitations, napkins, plates, forks, and spoons as well as a white tablecloth and one juice box per child. The birthday child receives a birthday T-shirt. They do all the set up and clean up for you and provide two instructors. All you need to provide is the cake and any other food or decorations you’d like! Activities are age-appropriate and may include the rock wall, zip line, ring challenge, obstacle course and maze, swimming (summertime), and more! Let them take care of your next birthday party – your birthday child will remember it forever!
Blastoff Bay
Location: Goddard: 435 Crowne Drive
Ages: all ages – toddlers to teens and beyond
Cost: packages start at $39.99 per child
The BEST birthday parties in Kansas! Party for an hour and swim, slide, surf, and float all day before and after your party! Parties include one hour in the party room for 10 people with all-day admission to the park! Give your kids an out-of-this-world party they’ll never forget!
Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes
Location: Wichita State University, 1845 Fairmout
Ages: All ages
Cost: $15/child
The Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes, located in the lower level of the Rhatigan Student Center at Wichita State, is the perfect spot for birthday parties! Their facilities feature 8 bowling lanes, 6 billiards tables, great food and beverages and more. Parties include 90 minutes of bowling and billiards, 30 minutes of party time, and bottomless beverages and ice cream. Take your party to the next level by making it a pizza party, too! Call 316-978-3479 or email [email protected] for more information.
Bliss Climbing and Fitness
Location: East: 11114 E 28th St. N
Ages: 6-15
Cost: $275
Because climbing is something everyone can enjoy! You don’t need to be an expert – you don’t need any experience at all! Their Birthday Parties give you access to 90 minutes of climbing and TWO dedicated staff members to assist in the fun. Your child and all their friends will get to challenge themselves and walk away feeling more accomplished than ever before. And when the climbing is done, you’ll get 30 minutes of cake cutting and celebration in the Party Room.
Sedgwick County Zoo
Location: West: 5555 W Zoo Blvd
Ages: 1-11
Cost: $300
Celebrate the wildest birthday with an unforgettable adventure at Sedgwick County Zoo! Choose between the exciting Jungle or Stingray Birthday Party package, perfect for groups of up to 15 guests. Each package includes Zoo admission, a private party room with a dedicated host, snacks, party favors, and a themed birthday cake. Plus, enhance your celebration with fun add-ons like pizza and more.
Exploration Place
Location: West: 300 N McLean Blvd
Ages: All Ages
Cost: $300 ($275 for members)
Your child will be the star of the show during their birthday party at Exploration Place! Their venue is perfect for small groups, friends and family. Take your party to the next level by adding tickets to a Live Science Show or The Dome show, liquid nitrogen ice cream or party favors for your guests.
Tanganyika Wildlife Park
Location: Goddard: 1000 S Hawkins Ln
Ages: all ages
Cost: Packages start at $275
Tanganyika offers birthday parties at the park year-round or they can bring their animals to you! If you choose to party at the park all your guests receive admission to the park so they can come before or party after. You’ll have a private party space either in one of the event rooms during the winter or in the cabanalows by Tanganyika Falls during the open season. Packages include up to 12 guests and more can be added. Animal ambassadors will visit your party and they’ll do the clean up! Ask about their Zoo to you packages as well.
Bethel College Academy of Performing Arts
Location: Newton: 300 E 27th St. North
Ages: 1 and up
Cost: Packages starting at $200
Book a Stress-Free Birthday Party at BCAPA! Our done-for-you packages include custom invitations, a dedicated party host, a 1.5-hour party room reservation, a fun dance or Kindermusik class, and all the essentials like decorations, tableware, and more! Choose from our Classic, Deluxe, or Premium Packages to create a magical experience tailored just for your child. From enchanting dance classes, to themed adventures, BCAPA Birthday Parties turn dreams into reality. We’ll handle all of the details so you can enjoy the memories.
Jumpy Jump Land
Location:Andover, Haysville, Bel Aire, El Dorado
Ages: 0-99
Cost: Packages start at $200
Jumpy Jump Land is sure to be your family’s favorite party venue. They are only minutes away for all your celebration fun inside the Wholesale Fireworks buildings in Andover, Bel Aire, Haysville, and now their new location in El Dorado. From birthdays for all ages and all types of celebrations, are venue is perfect for your needs. They also book group gatherings, award ceremonies and family get togethers. Call or book today.
Yard DeSIGNS Wichita LLC
Location: Greater Wichita area
Ages: all ages
Cost: Basic Package – $80.00 Deluxe – $110.00 Ultimate – $115.00
Premium yard sign rental company. They provide custom designed birthday yard signs! They offer several options, including minimum 10-20 coordinating graphics, choice of 7 greetings, solar lighting for nighttime display, & the new Ultimate package offers 48 Inch Cake, Candle, and 48 inch Numbers for minimum 24 hours. They offer add on’s to your sign such as selfie frames for those perfect party photos. Let them do it all for you – create, set up, & remove! They make all your celebrations extra special & exciting! Everyone absolutely loves getting surprised with a giant birthday card in their yard!
Special offer – Use code: wichitamom on the website when you order to save 15% OFF !
The Art Park
Location: East: 7230 E 29th St N
Ages: 4 and up
Cost: $275
Looking for a unique way to celebrate your little one? They’ve got you covered with hundreds of creative themes! They can tailor your child’s party to their interests with fun craft stations designed by their talented staff. Other options include Lego challenge parties, sculpture, plaster pouring or painting on canvas.
Wichita Riding Academy, Inc.
Location: Derby: 10727 E. 39th Street South
Ages: all
Cost: Parties start at $150
Come enjoy the world of horses! Your little rider will remember their party for life. They offer multiple options, like interactive farm tours and horseback riding!
Color Me Mine
Location: West: 2441 N Maize Rd #215
Ages: all
Cost: Starts at $100 plus pottery
Come pARTy with them! They offer several options in two hour intervals based on size of party: half party room, whole party room & whole studio. Pick specific pottery for your guests to paint, select a budget for them to provide a variety of options, or allow guests to pick from the shelves. Extra tables for food, beverages and gifts available. Studio techs will provide instruction throughout the party. Leave the clean up to them!
The Sleepover Tiny Tent Co.
Location: Andover
Ages: 1 and up
Cost: Basic Sleepover Tents start at $15, White Bounce Houses start at $250
The must haves for the cutest parties and sleepovers! White Bounce Houses + Ball Pits + Sleepover Tents + Doll Sized Sleepover Tents + Personalized Sleep Masks and Tumblers!! Venue space available for daytime parties and sleepovers (construction beginning 2024).
Field Station: Dinosaurs
Location: Derby: 2999 N. Rock Road
Ages: All Ages
Cost: Packages start at $200-375+
Forget those dingy bowling alleys and concrete “family entertainment centers.” Toss away those cardboard party hats and worthless skeeball tickets. At Field Station: Dinosaurs, say goodbye to boring, uninspired birthday parties and invite your child into an outdoor Paleozoic world of mystery, learning and unforgettable thrills!
Every party includes admission to the Field Station and its dramatic dinosaur-lined trails, the Fossil Dig, the Raptor Maze, the Paleo Playground, and the entire schedule of original, educational & entertaining shows. Each birthday guest of honor receives a dinosaur themed birthday favor and a special hat to remember his or her incredible trip back in time.
With additional add-ons, you can purchase dinosaur-themed favors, cake, and more added to your special day for all your guests to enjoy.
Paint the Towne
Location: East: 1625 S. Rock Rd. #135 or West: 7011 W. Central #127
Ages: 5-15
Cost: $17-22
Pick from guided canvas or pottery painting party at their studios! 2 hours of paint and party time. Minimum 6 painters. Pre-select a guided canvas party from the gallery, or a pottery party where everyone chooses their own pieces to paint at the party.
Kids Budget-Friendly Birthday Party Venues in Wichita
We have asked thousands of moms in our Neighborhood Groups about birthday parties, and here are their recommendations for the most budget-friendly venues for your special occasions:
Click here to see what Wichita moms are recommending!
Wichita
Sedgwick County Park has several shelters – some enclosed and some open.
Wichita Public Library has rooms of all sizes at most every location around the city.
Wichita Parks And Rec – Venues all over town!
Seasons Venue at OJ Watson Park
Wichita Swimming Pools – now you can book and reserve a pool for a birthday online!
Andover
Bel Aire
Derby
High Park in Derby
Derby Recreation Center – gymnasium rental
The Venue at Madison Avenue Central Park
El Dorado
Summit Park Shelter in El Dorado
Maize
Check out other area parks and recreation buildings and parks, and area libraries for even more great resources for your party on a budget!
Favorite Spots for Birthday Treats in Wichita
We have asked thousands of moms in our Neighborhood Groups, and here are their recommendations for favorite spots for birthday treats:
Click here to see what Wichita moms are recommending!
Cakes in Wichita
September Moon Cupcakery
913-669-5792
NiceBites (vegan, allergy-friendly & gluten-free options)
316-519-1339
Cameo Cakes (gluten free options)
316-945-9772
Wow Cakes
316-516-3351
Cheri’s Bakery
316-722-1190
Bagatelle Bakery
316-684-5662
Monica’s Bundt Cake
316-630-9555
Artistic Cakes
316-729-0059
Wichita Cake Creations
316-617-5477
Cookies in Wichita
NiceBites (vegan, allergy-friendly & gluten-free options)
316-519-1339
Connie’s Cookies
316-832-9991
J. Rae’s Bakery
316-721-0090
The Sweet Witch
316-253-2176
B.E. Sweet Treats
besweettreats@gmail.com
Andy Kay’s Cookies
andykayscookies@gmail.com
Other Birthday Treats
NCredibly Sweet – chocolate covered strawberries and other treats!
The Popcorner – popcorn
Hungry Bunny – donuts
