The answer to “kid’s birthday party places near me” is easy for any Main Line celebration. While a birthday party at home is fine, choosing a party place to host a little kid’s or toddler’s birthday party is super easy and oh-so fun. When the party is over, the party space handles the clean-up.

There are lots of unique Main Line birthday party places to host a child’s next celebration. Read on to get our top picks for where to host your next kiddo fiesta.

Main Line Birthday Party Places for Toddlers and Little Kids

Hosting a toddler or young child’s birthday party can feel overwhelming. Luckily, these Main Line birthday party places specialize in kid-friendly fun with hands-on activities and party pros to handle setup and cleanup.

The Barn Yard

305 2nd Ave., #212, Collegeville

484-902-8476 | @Barnyard4Kids

No matter the weather or the season, you can be sure your little one and their friends will have a special birthday party play time at The Barn Yard. This indoor playground features themed areas designed to spark imaginations and engage children in hands-on play. They also offer a 1/2 basketball court, arcade room, and a special sensory space for those seeking a calmer environment.

The Barn Yard offers four choices of party plans to suit various party sizes, budgets, and date preferences. All party options include a party host, though whether they are dedicated to your event alone depends on the package. Enhance your event with add-ons such as pizza slices for guests, juice boxes, favors, cake, and decorations.

Charming Star Playroom

4627 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square

484-427-7072 | @CharmingStarPlayroom

Make your child a birthday star at this adorable playroom. Birthday parties at Charming Star Playroom mean two uninterrupted hours of child-centered exploration and fun with climbing toys, a ball pit, and sensory toys.

Birthday parties are structured with open play, music, and bubbles, plus pizza and drinks. Just bring your own cake and Charming Star will provide the paper products. Better yet, one or two coordinators assist throughout the event. Additionally, Charming Star offers plenty of add-ons to upgrade their fetes with character visits and craft or music time packages. Both Saturday and Sunday birthday packages are available.

Gladwyne Fire Company

1044 Black Rock Rd., Gladwyne

610-642-9586 | @GladwyneFire

Children who love trucks will be sure to light up with delight at a birthday party at the Gladwyne Fire Company. The firehouse provides tables and chairs, a two-hour session at the fire station, and a firefighter to show the kids the fire trucks, fire hoses, and the rest of the gear, while teaching them a little about fire safety.

Gladwyne Fire Company is the perfect venue for a real firefighter-themed party for up to 20 kids. What’s more, they even provide prizes for the party guests. Please note they are not booking parties in December due to their Christmas tree sale.

Harmony Kids Playhouse

7 W. Baltimore Ave., Media

215-337-3348 | @harmonykidsplayhouse

Harmony Kids Playhouse, a colorful, engaging play space offering open play, music classes and special events, provides a sensory-friendly environment designed to support all children, ages 0-4. Book your next party in their inviting play area and they will take care of the details while you enjoy a stress-free celebration. Your party package includes two plain cheese pizzas; additional pies can be added on. Extra touches to enhance your fiesta for a fee include a music class, personalized decor, and more.

Imagination Street

111 Dowlin Forge Rd., Exton

484-874-2916 | @ImaginationStreetPA

Up to 30 kids aged 1-7 can enjoy every bit of Imagination Street and the nine different themed playhouses that form their “city.” Imagination Street’s creative play town features an interactive firehouse, veterinary clinic, hotel, barn, ice cream parlor, construction site, scaffolding slide, grocery store, and salon. Adjacent to the toddler and little kid playhouse “city” is a lounge for parents, as well as a self-service coffee maker.

What’s more, Imagination Street offers three different party packages: Do-It-Yourself, Do-It-Together, and They-Do-It-All. All of their parties are completely private, so no one needs to share the 4,000-square-foot play space. Birthday party guests have access to the Playhouse City, the party room, and receive a dedicated party host. Note: children aged 8 and up are welcome to attend the event, but they cannot participate in the city activities.

Le Mignon Cake & Playroom

300 W. Lancaster Ave., Devon

610-233-1366 | @_Le.Mignon_

Le Mignon Cake & Playroom combines a gourmet cake store, a cafe, and a kids’ playroom featuring wooden toys and play sets. Parents can let their kids have fun in the playroom area while they relax and have a cup of coffee with deluxe pastries. With its lovely aesthetic, Le Mignon Cake & Playroom makes for the perfect spot to host a young child’s or toddler’s birthday party.

Parties at Le Mignon for up to 15 kids are two hours long (plus 30 minutes to set up). Their party package includes tableware, disposable tablecloths, simple decorations, two pizzas, 15 cupcakes and juices, and a pot of coffee. Bring your own additional decorations, balloons, food, or drink (including alcohol).

Lolo Leo

4 E. Lancaster Ave., Paoli

484-661-0982 | @LoloLeoPlay

A birthday party at the Lolo Leo playroom couldn’t be easier. First, decide on the type of party pack: Open Play, Art + Play, Art + Food, or Art + Play + Decoration. Then, choose from popular themes, including mermaids, pirates, rainbows, trucks, princesses, rocket ships, or animals.

Give your bash a boost with add-ons like fairy hair sparkles, character visits, a magician, or a dance party.

Lulu’s Casita

6 Cricket Ave., Ardmore

610-642-3623 | @LulusCasita

Parents love Lulu’s Casita and its unique toys, which inspire active and imaginative play, as well as the rustic, DIY décor. All that charm and creativity also sets the stage for a wonderful, stress-free party for toddlers or little kids. Lulu’s Casita staff handles the decor, setup, cleanup, pizza and juice for party guests, and everything in between. You bring the cake (and even adult beverages, if desired).

Saturdays and Sundays are blocked for parties, so birthday parties are always private events. For even more party options, let Lulu’s Casita bring the party to the birthday kid with Lulu’s on Wheels’ party bus or their Backyard Fiesta with oversized yard games and kid-sized picnic tables.

Birthday Party Places for Big and Little Kids

Birthday party locations for the Main Line’s “big” kids can be just as thrilling. Check out the destinations below for fun and entertaining on-site birthday party ideas for older kids. Party planning in the Main Line doesn’t get any easier than this.

The Candy Lab

22 E. Lancaster Ave., Ardmore

610-639-9460 | @TheCandyLaboratory

How about throwing a birthday party where kids are supposed to play with their food? Let The Candy Lab provide a delicious, creative experience for on-site birthday parties for kids ages three and up. This Main Line party place guides kids and adults in creating handmade candy crafts. With four party packages to choose from and pricing that reflects the number of crafters in attendance, party goers can eat their hearts out at this sweet Main Line spot.

For those who’d rather stay home, The Candy Lab will come to you with their Away from the Lab parties. What’s more, they offer a craft catalog for you to select your candy-themed crafts. Yes, The Candy Lab even hosts adult parties or work events.

Game on State

31 W. State St., Media

610-566-PLAY |@GameOnState

Game On State is a unique entertainment venue in Media, PA that combines a nostalgia-fueled arcade with a candy and gift store. Perfect for birthday parties or a night out with friends, Game On State offers a fun and inclusive space for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy classic and modern gaming experiences.

The Game On State arcade is available to rent for birthday parties, graduations, and team-building events. Their Ultimate Kids Arcade Party Package pulls out all the stops — private arcade and party room access for up to 16 gamers (no tokens needed), a dedicated party host, and the ability to BYO cake and decor. Even better, this arcade provides customized and supported employment opportunities for people who need it.

Homecooked

1 Paoli Plaza, Paoli

610-647-1002 | @HomeCookedPaoli

No birthday cake required for a kid’s birthday party at HomeCooked. The perfect Main Line party place for aspiring Food Network stars, pint-sized foodies will love a party at HomeCooked. Up to 16 kids get to make their lunch/dinner/snack and dessert — or even have a cupcake battle.

Best for kids turning 7 to 11, these two-hour parties include a tour of the kitchen and, of course, hands-on activities. Kids make four cupcakes, and any leftovers are sent home (along with a chef’s hat). Plus, HomeCooked handles the clean up.

Homesewn

21 E. State St., Media

610-744-1000 | @Homesewn

Sew up the next kid’s party at Homesewn in Media, PA. Host a fiber-forward birthday party at this modern stitchery space known for sewing, knitting, crochet, and general fiber arts classes. Parties are geared for kids aged eight and up, accommodating a maximum of six children. Additionally, birthday classes include 1.5 hours of hands-on crafts (choose from a crochet, sewing or punch needle project) and 30 minutes of celebration.

Homesewn provides all the materials, set up, and instruction in their upstairs studio space.

iFly Indoor Skydiving

290 Goddard Blvd., King of Prussia

678-803-4359 | @iFLYUS

One of the area’s most thrilling venues, iFLY Indoor Skydiving, can be an exciting and memorable party place for children ages three and up. Wondering what happens at an iFly Indoor Skydiving party? After check-in, the flyers get prepped with a flight class and gear up. Then, with the help of the friendly crew, flyers take flight in the chamber for a soaring good time. Afterwards, everyone heads to the party room to celebrate a successful flight (and the birthday kiddo).

Packages vary, but can include pizza and beverages. All you have to do is choose a package that meets your needs, and they’ll do the rest. “The idea is to have the parents actually not have to do a thing,” said sales manager Manda Mazzuca. “Tell us your needs and we can make it happen.”

Oasis Family Fun Center

35 Lacrue Ave., Suite 4, Glen Mills

610-358-3501 | @OasisFamilyFun

With something for everyone, Oasis Family Fun Center is an ideal option for parties with a diverse age range, from young children to teens. For the 12 and under set, there’s the gigantic soft playground and Ballocity Arena. For older kids, there are Flash Pads, the Vault Laser Maze Challenge, the Valo Arena, and the arcade

Kids can enjoy a fun-filled 2-hour party and more than 60 arcade games. What’s more, birthday parties at this Main Line attraction include a reserved party area and a Personal Party Leader. Parties require a minimum of eight guests. Stay and play all day, even after the party concludes.

Reach Climbing and Fitness

401 E. 4th St., Bridgeport

484-704-7612 | @ReachClimbingPhilly

Reach Climbing & Fitness is a state-of-the-art indoor rock climbing and fitness facility serving the Greater Philadelphia area. Located in Bridgeport, PA, Reach Climbing & Fitness is just minutes from King of Prussia and Conshohocken. This climbing gym boasts 58-foot walls, a two-lane 15-meter IFSC/Olympic regulation speed wall, and thousands of square feet of bouldering space (with a weekly course change-out). 

Choose from a Rock Climbing Party or a Ninja Party. Then, add pizza and drinks for an additional fee. The fine print: prices are for up to 10 guests, though additional participants can be added for a fee.

Safari Parties

Serving Delaware County, parts of Chester County, Montgomery County, & parts of the state of Delaware

610-446-6376 

While not a full-service party location, Safari Parties can still keep the kids entertained by bringing an enriching, educational touch to your child’s birthday party. With many small, unique, and exotic animals, Safari Parties takes the fun to your location offering indoor, year-round animal shows geared to various age levels and group sizes. Their animal programs are performed with much love, a touch of humor, and provide a lot of interesting critters for children to see up close, pet, and enjoy.

Snapology

King of Prussia (they use spaces provided by community partners)

610-202-3111 | @SnapologyKOP

For an unforgettable birthday and a fun learning experience, consider Snapology. A Snapology birthday party is all of the above and stress-free. Kids will have a blast and get engaged in STEAM activities. You can enjoy all the smiles while Snapology does all the work. Snapology is a STEAM educational play space offering fun robotics, animation, computer learning, LEGO® bricks and K’Nex.

Snapology parties are available in different locations provided by their community partners. Choose among two party themes for ages 6 and up: Epic Robotics Party Using LEGO® Bricks or Motor Mania Party Using LEGO® Bricks. Customized parties for ages four and up can also be arranged.
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Treehouse World

1442 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester

484-329-7853 | @TreehouseWorld

Young outdoor adventurers will go wild over 14 wooded acres and exciting activities at Treehouse World. Before the party, up to 11 partygoers can enjoy self-guided activities, including the wooded nature trails, treehouses, and bridges, as well as a children’s grove with hedgerow tunnels and log hoppers.

The supervised party offerings at Treehouse World include rock climbing on 40-foot trees (which utilizes the same system used for climbing rocks, but attached to trees), trampoline bouncing with bungee assistance, and zip lining. Best suited for ages 4–16; however, some activities have minimum weight requirements. Adventure activities vary depending on the package, but all parties include two pizzas, unlimited pitchers of a beverage of choice (for party participants only), tableware, a party host and party time in an outdoor treehouse, and a celebration t-shirt for the birthday child.

Wayne Art Center

413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne

610-688-3553 | @Wayne_Art_Center

Wayne Art Center studios provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable celebration, and their experienced faculty promises an afternoon of fun and creativity. Party activity options vary by age. Those three and up can have an art party, while those five and up can have a clay party. Kids eight and up can also choose from a jewelry or culinary-themed party. Wayne Art Center provides the instructor and all necessary materials.

Each two-hour party at this Main Line party place includes 90 minutes for activities and 30 minutes for snacks and cake. You bring the refreshments, party supplies, and kids with creative energy.

Finding the Right Main Line Kid’s Birthday Party Place

It’s common to get caught up and start overthinking the planning of the perfect party for your child. With so many party places in the Main Line, there is no wrong choice. Just don’t forget to grab a Main Line bakery birthday cake.

Lead photo courtesy of Lulu’s Casita Ardmore. Becky Ormsbee contributed to this article.