Are you planning a child’s birthday party in the Oakland Berkeley area? After a crazy year, businesses are eager to provide you birthday magic. Our guide will get bigger and bigger over time, we pinkie swear. (Oh hey, if you’re finding us from search, we don’t run these parties or book ’em.)
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Children's Fairyland
Happy birthdays happen at Fairyland, Oakland’s beloved storybook theme park! Ideal for kids under 8. Three exclusive outdoor party areas, an entire theme park to roam, a gold crown for the birthday child, and add-on options like cupcakes, ice cream, and Magic Keys.
Price: Party packages start at $350 for non-members
Location: Oakland / Piedmont
Kids Play Zone
KPZ hosts kids' parties for children 10 and under offering a huge play structure plus themed imagination play areas throughout. Parties include 2 hours of exclusive use of the entire facility, pizza, juice, and paper goods. BYO cake & add'l decor.
Price: $595 for up to 12 kids - extras include a decoration theme
Location: Oakland / Piedmont
Whisk Cake Creations
Whisk Cake Creations is a custom cake bakery specializing in kids birthday cakes, wedding cakes, special occasion cakes and corporate cakes. Featured on the Food Network Show Bakers vs Fakers and Winner of Best Cakes in Alameda Magazine. Please allow 2 weeks notice for custom cake orders.
Price: 6" cakes start at $32
Location: Alameda
Swings and Wings, Sensory-Based Indoor Playspace for Kids
COVID-safe parties complete with bouncy house, swings, climbing structure, puzzles, art and lots of space to run around and be silly. Swings & Wings helps set up and clean so you can have as much fun as the kids! Details on website.
Price: Party Packages start at $350
Location: Alameda
Bumblebee Playspace
Bumblebee Playspace is available for hosting birthday parties for children ages 1-5. Parties start at $450 for up to 10 kids and include exclusive use of our space for 2 hours. Bring your own food and decorations.
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Price: $450 for up to 10 children; $10 per additional child
Location: Fremont / Newark / Union City
Silly Circus Show
Join Bri Crabtree on a silly circus adventure. Get ready for non-stop giggles with juggling, magic, and physical comedy. Life is a circus, and your kid is the star! Ages 4-7. Virtual and in-person appearances.
Price: Starts at $395
Location: Alameda, Albany / El Cerrito, Berkeley, Emeryville, Fremont / Newark / Union City, Hayward / San Leandro, Oakland / Piedmont, Richmond / Point Richmond, Lafayette / Moraga / Orinda, Walnut Creek / Concord, East Bay (Other), San Francisco, North Bay, South Bay, Virtual
Axé Oakland
Host your birthday party or other events at Axé! The venue is beautifully maintained, accessible, and suitable for all ages. Rental includes access to large indoor and outdoor areas, a small fully-equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, wifi, and power. All renters must complete a rental agreement.
Price: Hourly Rate: $200/hr; 4 Hour+ Package: $175/hr; 8 Hour+ Package: $150/hour
Location: Oakland / Piedmont
Ricky Roo & Friends Puppet Shows
Virtual or Live Puppet Shows. Create an unforgettable, playful, and imaginative puppet adventure for your family and guests. Ricky Roo Birthday Party Puppet Shows are packed with silly puppets. Shows are fully engaging & interactive with a level of humor and candor that spans all ages.
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Price: $400
Location: Alameda, Albany / El Cerrito, Berkeley, Emeryville, Fremont / Newark / Union City, Hayward / San Leandro, Oakland / Piedmont, Richmond / Point Richmond, Lafayette / Moraga / Orinda, Walnut Creek / Concord, East Bay (Other), San Francisco, North Bay, South Bay, Virtual
Drumming Magic
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 leaves kids and parents happy with great memories.
Price: Parties start at $175. for parties of 10 or less. Add $ for larger groups and travel time. (I'm based in Point Richmond).
Location: Alameda, Albany / El Cerrito, Berkeley, Emeryville, Fremont / Newark / Union City, Hayward / San Leandro, Oakland / Piedmont, Richmond / Point Richmond, Lafayette / Moraga / Orinda, Walnut Creek / Concord, East Bay (Other), San Francisco, North Bay, South Bay, Virtual
Mobile Nerf Party
Mobile Nerf Party provides all the Nerf Party Supplies, mobile battlefield, and even a Nerf Coach who'll host the games. Choose from 3 different Nerf Party Package Choices:
- Nerf Gun Party is perfect for anyone 5+.
- Mega Nerf Party is great for 9+.
- Nerf War Party is recommended for 14+.
Price: Starts at $450 for up to 10 kids
Location: Alameda, Albany / El Cerrito, Berkeley, Emeryville, Fremont / Newark / Union City, Hayward / San Leandro, Oakland / Piedmont, Richmond / Point Richmond, Lafayette / Moraga / Orinda, Walnut Creek / Concord, East Bay (Other), San Francisco, North Bay, South Bay, Virtual
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