2024-2025 Birthday Party Guide
Birthdays are special and we are lucky to live in an area with endless ways to make them even MORE special! Are you looking for a venue, sweet treat, activity or performer? You will find them all here – and then some!
CAKES, TREATS & EVERYTHING SWEET
Candy
Lolli & Pops
Rocket Fizz
Rose City Sweets
Sugar Cloud Cart (Cotton Candy cart rental)
sites.google.com/sugarcloudcart.com/welcome/home
The Candy Basket
Frozen Treats
22 Below
Cloud City Ice Cream
Cup & Cone
Dairy Hill Ice Cream
Eb & Bean
ebandbean.com
Fifty Licks
Great Northwest Ice Cream Company
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream
Hurry Back Ice Cream
Kate’s Ice Cream (Gluten-free & vegan)
All of their ice cream is 100% plant-based and gluten-free. With signature flavors like Cookie Dough and Marionberry Cobbler, Kate’s also features seasonal flavors. There’s something for every taste! They also create custom cakes and host full birthday party experiences for kids!
McBee’s Shakes Crepes & Cones
Miss Oz Ice Cream & Dessert
IG: @missozicecreamcafe
Nectar Frozen Yogurt Lounge
Nico’s Ice Cream
Ome Calli Frozen Treats
Pinolo Gelato
Ruby Jewel
Salt & Straw
Staccato Gelato
Sunny’s Legendary Frozen Yogurt
Wailua Shave Ice
Custom Cakes
Baker & Spice
Cake It
Champagne Poetry
Decadent Creations
Dream Cakes
FAT Cupcake
Fun & Fancy Cakes
Helen Bernhard Bakery
Kate’s Ice Cream (Gluten-free & vegan)
All of their ice cream is 100% plant-based and gluten-free. Place your custom cake orders in advance of your event (see their website for lead times) or pick up a Signature Ice Cream cake at either of their locations. Kate’s also offers scoops, cones, ice cream sandwiches and full birthday party experiences for kids!
Just a Dash
Mehri’s Bakery & Cafe
New Cascadia Traditional (Gluten-free)
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Petunia’s Pies & Pastries (Gluten-free & vegan)
Piece of Cake Bakery
Sweetpea Baking Company (Vegan)
Donuts, Cookies & Pies
Angel’s Donuts & Ice Cream
Bipartisan Cafe
Blue Star Donuts
Coco Donuts
Crumbl Cookies
Delicious Donuts
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Lauretta Jean’s
Pacific Pie Company
Pie Spot
Pip’s Original Doughnuts
The Pie Guy
IG: @the.pieguy
Voodoo Doughnut
PLACES TO PARTY
Animals & Outdoors
Frog Pond Farm
Party the Frog Pond Farm Way! Enjoy bounce houses, 10 acres of activities, and meet over 80 animals that call Frog Pond Farm home—from emus to goats, llamas, and even camels! Enjoy a stress-free celebration at Frog Pond Farm with our party packages! Each package features a two-hour reserved covered space at no extra charge. Bring your own decorations, food, and loved ones – just pay the cost of admission for you and your guests! Perfect for every age!
Oregon Coast Aquarium
Oregon Reptile Man
Portland Goat Parties
Portland Insectarium
The MAiZE at The Pumpkin Patch
Peanuts is turning 75 and The MAiZE has a special treat just for you! Bring the gang and get lost in the twists and turns of their specially themed Peanuts Corn MAiZE. Featuring Snoopy and the Peanuts Gang, you never know who you’ll bump into! A-MAiZE-ing Attractions: – Private Bonfire Rentals for up to 50 guests (Perfect for Birthday Parties!) – Daily Hayrides to the U-Pick Pumpkin Patch – The Big Red Animal Barn – Fresh Produce Market with 55 Annual Crops
Triskelee Farm
Experience farm life with a guided educational tour. Get up close and personal with ostriches, goats, alpacas and more! Party in a real barn. Have access to farm to table food, and local beer and wines. Fun for all ages!
Arts, Crafts & Building
Art World School
Bricks & Minifigs Portland
CeramiCafe Art Lounge NW
CeramiCafe Art Lounge is a fun, relaxing, and unique way to get a group together. The most popular package is just $100, plus $24/person (8 person minimum) and includes the following: items chosen, 2 hours of fun in a private space, clean-up and a staff person to assist you!
Creative Culture
iSandbox Factory
Hey! Happy Makers
Mimosa Studios
Portland Child Art Studio
SCRAP
The Craft Factory
Venvino Art Studios
Whimsy Wees Art Studio
Bowling
Allen’s Crosley Lanes
Big Al’s
Grand Central Bowl & Arcade
KingPins
Milwaukie Bowl
Park Lanes
Punch Bowl Social
Super Play
Tigard Bowl
http://tigardbowl.comtigardbowl.com
Cinemas
The Judy
An epic birthday bash awaits at The Judy! Parties are held in The Family Cinema, where you choose whatever you want to watch on the big screen. Parties also include unlimited popcorn and water; cups, plates, napkins and cutlery; and a party host to take care of set up, clean up, and making this special day one to remember. “Our 8-year-old’s party at The Judy was a HUGE success! Multiple parents commented on how easy and safe it was. All we had to do was show up with the cupcakes!” – Andrew’s Parents
Climbing
Circuit Bouldering Gym
Portland Rock Gym
Rock Haven Climbing
Climb into Adventure! Their party package is a 2 hour private room rental with bouldering games and activities led by a Rock Haven Party Host. Parties are designed for up to 10 climbers; up to 5 additional welcome for additional charge. $250 for 2 hours. -Party room with decorations -You bring food & drinks, paper plates, napkins etc… (Rental shoes included) -Climbing for Ages 3+ -Parties available on Fri, Sat, Sun
Stoneworks Climbing Gym
Dance, Gymnastics & Movement Arts
Echo Theater Company
Metro Gymnastics Center
http://metrogymnastics.commetrogymnastics.com
Naydenov Gymnastics
ngymnastics.com
Omega Gymnastics
Gymnastics based parties for groups of 10-30. Staff leads party-goers through events on Trampoline, Foam Pit, 30′ long Tumble Track, rope swing, obstacle course and finish up with open play!
Oregon Gymnastics Academy
Precision Elite Gymnastics
The Children’s Gym
Westside Dance and Gymnastics Academy
Escape Rooms & Fantasy
Escape Games PDX
Imagination Adventures, LLC
They offer an exciting variety of hand-crafted adventures for their party packages, or can create a bespoke adventure just for you! Join them in the land of Orenwood and negotiate with dragons, craft potions with alchemists, duel in epic battles, solve dungeon puzzles, and more! Packages range from hour-long storytelling (4+) to boffer dueling games and fully interactive live-action role play games (6+). Create your hero, interact with unique characters, and be the hero of your own adventure!
In Search of an Exit
Food & Fun
Cake Hoopla
Dollhouse Tea Room
Hopworks Brewery
Host your next birthday party at Hopworks on SE Powell! With room for up to 56 guests, this is the perfect space to celebrate with loved ones. Complete with a built-in AV system, projector and your very own kids play area. Available daily except Thursday evenings. No deposits or fees required! Buffet options available.
Kate’s Ice Cream
Kids Birthday Parties are the perfect indoor unforgettable experience for your child! Kate’s is a safe space for allergens, dairy-free, and gluten-free kids and parents alike. Their ice cream is 100% plant-based and gluten-free. This experience includes: Make your own ice cream flavor, decorate your pint, take home your ice cream, scoops of ice cream during the party, pin the cherry on the ice cream cone, coloring sheets while families arrive, plus add-ons like custom ice cream cakes and face painting!
Merry Kitchen
Pietro’s Pizza
A Northwest family favorite since 1957! With a variety of party themes to choose from, personal pizzas, games and prizes for the kiddo, Pietro’s is THE place to book birthday parties!
Two Sisters Play Cafe
Fun Centers, Theme Parks & Video Games
Animal Rides Happy Rides
Bullwinkle’s
Enchanted Forest
Electric Castle’s Wunderland
GameTruck Portland
Oaks Park
INDOOR PLAY
Dizzy Castle
Happy Baby Play
Throw your little one’s next birthday party at Happy Baby Play! Perfect for kids 0-8 to enjoy a rock wall, foam pit, pretend play, and so much more. Jungle gym coming soon! Add ons: bounce house, bubble machine, popcorn, balloons, food & cake. Private access to entire space, including a party room (NEW!). Clean-up and set-up included. Fully customizable package options also available, including the party of your dreams planned entirely by HBP!
LEKA Playland
Liggle Land
Nest Playground
Ocean Plays Indoor Playground
Playdate PDX
Playforest
Play Street Museum
Scotty’s Playhouse
Sellwood Community House
The Wiggle Room
Wippersnappers Kids’ Play Place
Karaoke
Punch Bowl Social
Voicebox Karaoke Lounge
Laser Tag, Paintball & Vehicles
Clackamas Ultrazone
Crossfire Lasertag
Impact Action Sports
K1 Speed
Malibu Raceway at Skibowl
skibowl.com/summer/mt-hood-activities/malibu-raceway-skibowl
Sykart Indoor Racing
Splat Action Paintball
Miniature Golf & Golf
Envision Golf
Glowing Greens
Topgolf
Twin Pines Country Club
Museums & Science
Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum
Experiment PDX
Experiment PDX has super-fun STEAM birthday parties in their Hands-On Museum and Craft Lab! In addition to time with their Museum exhibits, birthday families choose one of five science and art-related activities, including Super Science Show with Dr. L Ektron or Professor Moli Cule, Beaker Bonanza, LEGO Robotics, Slime Time and Crafty Creations. Their standard party is 2 hours of fun: 45 minutes in the museum, 45 minutes of chosen activity and 30 minutes for cake in the party room.
Rice NW Museum of Rocks and Minerals
INCLUDES: Admission for up to 25-30 people, use of a private room for up to 2 hours, special gift for the guest of honor. Cost is $300. ADD-ONS: 45-minute tour of the galleries in the Main House – $100, Geode cracking or thunderegg cutting – priced per cracked or cut item. Add-ons must be booked at least two weeks in advance of party. The Museum will provide folding tables and chairs. Decorations, table clothes, and centerpieces are encouraged. Food and drink are allowed.
Skating & Ice Skating
Mountain View Ice Arena
Mt. Scott Community Center
portlandoregon.gov/parks/60409
Oaks Park Roller Rink
oakspark.com/roller-skating.html
Sherwood Ice Arena
Sports & Active Play
Aim High Martial Arts
Book your party with Aim High! Choose from two different party packages. Activities offered include: Bounce House, Bounce Obstacle Course, Laser Tag, & a martial arts lesson! Pick your party color and they’ll do the rest!
iFLY
Jump 4 Joy
Kidstrong
Play.Fit.Fun
Play.Fit.Fun birthday parties are 60 minutes of massively fun games. Think PE mixed with Minute To Win It and Field Day! Perfect for K-6th Grade! And, they bring you 1 dozen FREE Nothing Bundt Cakes Bundtinis!!
Revolution Parkour Beaverton
Sky Zone Gresham
Sky Zone Gresham is a state of the art trampoline park with slides, zip line, ninja course, dodgeball and so much more. Play, bounce, run, fly, dodge and swing! Great fun for any age, plus hot, delicious pizza and snacks. Birthday party packages available too!
The Movement Park
Trackers Earth, Oregon
trackerspdx.com/youth/birthday-party
Tree to Tree Adventure Park
Swimming & Water Play
DolFUN Dynamics: Swim-Move-Play-Learn
Celebrate with DolFUN Dynamics! Choose a Dynamic Ninja Party or Sweet Pea Party: Includes one hour in the gym and 30 minutes in the party zone. DolFUN Dynamics is a newly expanded Multi-Sport & Early Childhood Development Center featuring their dynamic Swim program, Ninja & Sweet Pea Educational Gymnastics, Camps, Parties, Parent’s Night Out and an Enrichment Center opening this Fall offering art, music, STEAM and after-school classes.
Emler Swim School
Farber Swim School
farberswimschool.com
North Clackamas Aquatic Park
Portland Parks & Rec
portlandoregon.gov/parks/38284
Safe Splash Swim School
Tualatin Hills Parks & Rec
Wings & Waves Waterpark
PERFORMERS
Balloon Artists
Joy Entertainers
Not Your Average Joe Mishkin
Tuxedo Jimmy
Tuxedo Jimmy is a balloon artist and children’s entertainer, and Chandra (@RoseCityAirbrush) offers airbrush face painting/airbrush temporary tattoos. They have been making parties special for over 10 years. Based out of their hometown, Portland, they serve all surrounding areas. Tuxedo Jimmy & Chandra love what they do! They arrive early with professional equipment & attire, are insured and make every party, including yours: memorable, fun and special!
Clowns, Characters & Puppeteers
Blast Kids Parties
BJ the Clown
Cha Cha the Clown
Dragon Theater Puppets & Princesses
Olive and Dingo
Penny’s Puppets
Princess Power Parties
Red Yarn
Second Star Party Characters
Wishes Come True
Face Painters
Beyond the Lines Face Art
Cherry Lime Cheeks
Fancy Faces by Amy
Mystique’s Fancy Faces
Nicole’s Face Painting
Portland Face Painting with Miss J
Circus Arts & Magicians
Alexander Master of Marvels
All American Magic Shop & Theater
A-WOL Dance
Magic with Hart
Presto the Magician
Scramble James
Musicians
Aaron Nigel Smith
Kelli Welli
Micah and Me
Mo Phillips
Red Yarn
Tallulah’s Daddy
The Alphabeticians
DECOR & MORE
Balloons
Balloons on Broadway
balloonsonbroadway.com
Boom Boom’s Balloons
Bouquets & Balloons
bouquets-balloons.business.site
Lippman Co.
Magic Balloons PDX
Portland Balloon Delivery
Bounce House Rentals
Ready. Set. Bounce.
Planning & Decor
Cheers To You Party Goods
Hooray! Yard Cards
Small & Mighty Event Rentals Plus
Think Pink Flamingo Flocking
Salons
Cookie Cutters
Kid’s Castle Cuts
Pigtails & Crewcuts
Sage Kids Salon
Tickle Clips
The Perfect Gifts
Black Wagon
Finnegan’s Toys & Gifts
Jolliffe’s
Find an ever-changing assortment of locally made gifts and vintage costume jewelry amid the clothes at this upscale consignment shop in Progress Ridge Townsquare, next to Piccolo Mondo Toys. From beaded bracelets in bright colors for your little ones to sophisticated handbags to cashmere sweaters, they offer unexpected choices for all ages. Odds are good that you’ll find something for yourself too.
MudPuddles Toys & Books
Oodles of Toys
IG: @oodles_toys
Piccolo Mondo Toys
Presents of Mind
Spielwerk Toys
spielwerktoys.com
Thinker Toys