Are you planning a child’s birthday party in the Oakland, Berkeley area? We have compiled a bunch of resources to plan the best cake, place, and entertainer for a kid’s birthday party. (Oh, hey, if you’re finding us from a search, we don’t run these parties or book ’em.)
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Kids' Birthday Party Guide Kids for Oakland, Berkeley and Beyond
The happiest birthdays happen at Fairyland, Oakland’s beloved storybook theme park! Ideal for kids under 8. Two hours, in one of 3 exclusive outdoor party areas, an entire theme park to roam, a keepsake t-shirt for the birthday child, and add-on options like cupcakes, ice cream, and Magic Keys.
Party packages start at $410 for non-members
- Oakland / Piedmont
Create a unique party that combines a mindfulness lesson with a chocolate-making workshop! In this fun 2-hour session, you’ll learn to make handmade chocolates using three artisanal ingredients under the guidance of a chef instructor.
$775 for 15 children and 2 adults includes Lesson + Venue + Materials
- Berkeley
Celebrate your child’s special day at The Busy Bee Activity Center with a private party. The safe, enclosed space is perfect for busy kids ages 1–7, featuring a gym with play equipment, bounce house, a separate room for food and cake, plus optional add-on packages. Reserve your party today.
$350 for a 3 hour party
- Alameda
Make an event memorable with interactive, engaging music and movement activities personalized for any group. They offer a wide range of options for birthday parties, pop-up classes or holiday gatherings of any size or age group. All events are 40 minutes of teacher-led music and movement FUN!
$349 per event at your location
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- Alameda
- Berkeley
- Emeryville
- Fremont / Newark / Union City
- Oakland / Piedmont
- Richmond / Point Richmond
- Lafayette / Moraga / Orinda
- East Bay (Other)
- San Francisco
- North Bay
- South Bay
PRIVATE spaces are the ideal spot for your next event for kids ages 1-7 years old. Weekend rental includes use of the play space, private parking, a mini kitchen, and more. Available on Saturday evenings and all day Sundays!
$750 for 2 hours, up to 60 people
- Berkeley
- Walnut Creek / Concord / Pleasant Hill
- South Bay
Game On is a 5 star destination with custom built games to play in teams. Called "The Best of Berkeley", it's perfect for kids 10+. Private parties get the whole place for 2.5 hours. BYO food and/or choose a package with pizza and snacks. Get YOUR Game On!
Packages starting at $599
- Berkeley
Party big at Swings and Wings! 3,500 sq feet of nonstop fun with a bounce house, climbing wall, swings, and more! Slime labs to scavenger hunts to miniature creations, they make birthdays epic for ages 1 to 11 and stress free for parents.
Parties start at $357.50 for 25 guests. BYO food or have them take care of it.
- Alameda
Magic, Comedy, and a whole lot of FUN! Brian Scott Magic provides interactive shows for in-person and online parties for ages 3 to 12. 30 and 45-minute options are available. Preview Brian Scott Magic on YouTube (@BrianScottMagic).
Prices start at $355
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- Alameda
- Albany / Kensington / El Cerrito
- Berkeley
- Emeryville
- Fremont / Newark / Union City
- Hayward / San Leandro / San Lorenzo
- Oakland / Piedmont
- Richmond / Point Richmond
- Lafayette / Moraga / Orinda
- Walnut Creek / Concord / Pleasant Hill
- East Bay (Other)
- San Francisco
- North Bay
- South Bay
- Castro Valley
During a 2-hour party guests will upcycle materials into magnificent imaginative creations. Includes one-hour guided art project custom designed to match birthday maker's art interests, access to studio and courtyard. Families provide food, treats, paper products, & compostable cutlery.
$380, up to 12 kids, $10/additional child (up to 16 max)
- Berkeley
Come celebrate your birthday ninja style! Parties include 1 hour of dedicated coaching to foster fun and safety, 1.5 hours of dedicated party space, and participants can hang around for additional open gym play. Participants must be 6+ years old.
$250 for five children, +$25 per additional child up to 25
- Richmond / Point Richmond
Whimsy Willow Play Garden in Alameda features a large outdoor play yard and picnic space, as well as beautiful interior play spaces for kiddos to explore and enjoy! Take your pick of add-ons including fun and exciting art projects. Parties are hosted Saturdays and Sundays (mornings and afternoons).
$250/per hour (min. 2-hour booking) - party add-ons available
- Alameda
Outdoor party packages last 2 hours and include an hour of mini golf (the course is exclusively yours!) followed by one hour in the party zone with picnic tables (BYO food & drinks) and additional games such as ping pong, foosball, and pop-a-shot basketball.
Parties are $225 for Parties are $225 for up to 12 golfers; additional golfers are $10 per person.
- Walnut Creek / Concord / Pleasant Hill
Bring the joy and excitement of music, rhythm, and dancing to your child’s birthday party with a Drumming Magic kids drum circle! Skillful, playful instruction along with a variety of drums and rhythm instruments at your desired location.
Parties start at $300 for up to 20 kids, not including travel time.
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- Alameda
- Albany / Kensington / El Cerrito
- Berkeley
- Emeryville
- Fremont / Newark / Union City
- Hayward / San Leandro / San Lorenzo
- Oakland / Piedmont
- Richmond / Point Richmond
- Lafayette / Moraga / Orinda
- Walnut Creek / Concord / Pleasant Hill
- East Bay (Other)
- San Francisco
- North Bay
- South Bay
- Castro Valley
We have LOTS of birthday party-throwing experience. We hope these ideas give you inspiration and a place to start – ask us anything!

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