Venues for 16th birthday parties near me

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

Happily Ever After Parties, LLC

Location: Greater Wichita Area
Ages: primarily 3-9
Cost: Packages start at $50

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.

Tanganyika Wildlife Park

Location: Goddard: 1000 S. Hawkins Lane
Ages: all ages
Cost: $375

Special Discount: All Season Pass members get a 10% off the Birthday Party.

The Party includes 1.5 hours in a Cabanalow located next to the Splash Park, all day admissions for all guests (12 guests, can be upgraded), and  utensils, such as cake plates, napkins, cups and forks. The party gets 1 Educational Ambassador Animal such as a hedgehog, ball python, chinchilla, leopard tortoise, bearded dragon and many others. The Birthday Guest Of Honor receives a feeding wristband to feed giraffes, lemurs, a rhino, hippos, bunnies, guinea pigs, and tortoises; future admission ticket and a $15 gift card. All the Birthday Guests receive 1 ice cream voucher, 1 feeding, 10% off gift shop, and $2 off future admission. The guests get admission to Tanganyika Falls (the splash park) when operating, Memorial Day-Labor Day, weather permitting. They also offer A Zoo To You party for $400, where they bring 4 Educational animals to you for 1.5 hours, with a craft, game, and science experiment included. Call for more info!

Wichita Gymnastics

Location: East: 9400 East 37th Street North
Ages: 4-11
Cost: Packages start at $150

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!

Carousel Skate Center

Location: West: 312 N. West St.
Ages: specialize in 6-12
Cost: Packages start at $199.99

All birthday parties are 2 hours for 12 guests and include your choice of activities (roller skating, indoor playground, arcade). Birthday parties include reserved party space, food & drinks, a dedicated party host and your choice of birthday themed place settings or glow in the dark!

Exploration Place

Location: Downtown: 300 N McLean Blvd
Ages: kids of every age
Cost: Packages start at $275

Your child will be the star of the show during their birthday party at Exploration Place! Perfect for small groups, friends and family. Party includes up to 30 guests in a private party room for 90 minutes, plus an additional 30 minutes for set up time. Birthday child receives a gift certificate for the Explore Store and a free admission pass for a future visit. Free snack bar item for each child. Access to museum exhibits for all guests. Take your party to the next level by adding tickets to a Live Science Show or dome theater film, liquid nitrogen ice cream, or party favors for your guests.

Sedgwick County Zoo

Location: West: 5555 W Zoo Blvd
Ages: tailored to 1-11, but all ages welcome
Cost: Starting at $250

Birthday Parties at the Zoo include admission for up to 15 guests; popcorn, drinks, and tableware; party favors for each child; a special gift for the birthday child; and a Zoo-themed cake provided by Cheri’s Bakery. Choose between a Jungle Birthday with an hour in the Birthday Party Room at the Beastro or a Stingray Birthday with an hour at Stingray Cove! Add extras to your party such as pizza, sno-cones, or even private tours for an additional cost. Learn more online at scz.org.

Field Station: Dinosaurs

Location: Derby: 2999 N. Rock Rd.
Ages: 2+
Cost: Starting at $180 for 15 guests

Every party includes admission to the Field Station and its dramatic dinosaur-lined trails which feature the Fossil Dig Site, the Raptor Maze, the Paleo Playground, Buried Treasures: Kansas Underground exhibit and original, live children’s theater & activities that are as educational as they are entertaining! The special guest receives a safari hat, birthday button, special party favor and additional packages include party favors for all children, cake, photo opportunity with The Mighty T-Rex, Jurassic Golf and more!

The Arcade

Location: Downtown: 139 N. Mead
Ages: 5 and up
Cost: $200

Bring your party or group to The Arcade and enjoy hours of fun! Both private and public party times available! With over 90 classic 80s/90s arcade games all on unlimited free play and 15 amazing pinball machines there’s plenty to do. Private parties include up to 100 attendees and use of the entire arcade!

Wichita Riding Academy, Inc.

Location: Derby: 10727 E 39th St. S.
Ages: All ages
Cost: Starting at $150

They can do 1 to 50 guests with just a party on the farm or add an interactive farm tour, pony rides for ages 3-8 years, or actual riding for 8 & up. Several themes – Breyer, unicorn, superhero, cowboy/girl, and more are options for your party. Please call or visit their website.

The Sleepover Tiny Tent Co.

Location: Andover
Ages: 1 and up
Cost: Basic Sleepover Tents start at $15, White Bounce Houses start at $250, Ball Pits start at $300

The must haves for the cutest parties and sleepovers! Sleepover Tents + White Bounce Houses + White Castle Ball Pits with 2500 balls to match your next party!

Tribe Fitness

Location: East: 3919 N Hillcrest
Ages: 4-12
Cost: $300

Bring your Birthday Ninja to Tribe Fitness for a Kicking good party! They will provide a fun, safe and structured event where your child (boy or girl) and their friends can learn the ways of a Ninja. Ninja party schedule may include: Martial Arts, Break Boards, Learn Kicking Techniques, Kick Bags and Paddles, Learn Self Defense Techniques, Challenges, Ninja Dodgeball, Ninja Freeze, or Ninja Sword Fighting!

Chicken N Pickle

Location: East: 1240 N Greenwich Road
Ages: 0-17
Cost: Starting at $275

Food and fun spill onto the court when you celebrate with your favorite peeps at Chicken N Pickle. Their onsite events team creates a hassle-free experience for you and a unique, one-of-a-kind party for your guests and guest of honor. Their spacious property offers plenty of room for safe spacing, fresh air and fun for all ages.

Love of Character

Location: Midtown: 3200 E. Douglas Ave
Ages: all
Cost: Venue Rental starts at $150+, Balloons start at $15/ft, Party Supplies vary

Special Discount:Book a party package and they will add a foot to your balloon garland when you mention Wichita Mom. 

Their small event venue in the College Hill shop can hold up to 30 guests. You are able to just rent the space or you can purchase a package where they do it all for you. Packages include tableware, balloon garland, craft activity and setup. Hosting elsewhere? They can help you with balloons and party supplies! Balloon garlands are priced by the foot and they can do so many fun things with them. They also offer a unique selection of party supplies, and you can plan your table on their website using the Set the Party feature.

September Moon Cupcakery

Location: Andover
Ages: all
Cost: Contact to discuss pricing and availability

September Moon is run by Cara, a home-based cupcake baker with the passion for creating unique treats for your special moments and celebrations. She offers cupcakes (regular and minis), pullapart cakes, round cakes and sugar cookies.

Paint the Towne

Location: East: 1625 S Rock Rd #135 and West: 7011 W Central #127 
Ages: 5-15
Cost: $8-17/person

Offering guided paint parties at their East and West locations for kids ages 5-15. $17 per painter, minimum of 6 painters. One hour painting, one hour for cake and gifts. Have a party at home with their $8 to-go paint kits. Order now on the website!

The Art Park

Location: East: 7230 E 29th St N
Ages: 3-adult
Cost: $250

Their unique Birthday Parties include art and craft projects, time for presents and refreshments and teachers to lead participants through fun activities. Customers have several choices for a party theme including: painting, crafts or Legos. Customers need to provide refreshments and tablecloths for the party room.

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