Planning your child’s birthday party can be a bit of a daunting task. First, you need to find the right venue, then find suppliers for the birthday cake and stationery and let’s not forget the entertainment. It can be pretty expensive, which is why we went in search of unique party venues around the city, with everything you need in one venue. From soccer and artsy crafty venues, here’s where you can plan your child’s next birthday party without a fuss.
*Please note: Party package details were correct at the time of writing (August 2024) and are subject to change at any given time. Please contact your desired party venue for more information, queries on availability as well as costs.
For A Sports Party
Is your child a bit of a sports fanatic? No problem, you can arrange for a soccer or cricket party at Urban Sports. They offer a safe and secure venue for the little ones to run around and enjoy, and they also provide hosting services to ensure that the setup and organisation of your special celebration is taken care of.
There are a few packages you can choose from depending on the size of the party. As for the entertainment, kids will have a blast with a variety of activities. Mini world cups and penalty shootouts are organised to keep everyone entertained for hours. Take your pick from either the Marks Park Arena in Emmarentia or the Pirates Arena in Greenside.
Contact details: www.urbansports.joburg | bookings@urbansports.joburg | Marks Park Sports Club, Judith Road, Emmarentia, Johannesburg | Pirates Arena, Cruden Bay Road and Braeside Road, Greenside, Johannesburg.
For A Pamper Party
Everyone needs a little spoilage from time to time, including kids! So, if your little one wants a -pamper party for her/his next birthday party, then check out Life Day Spa Kids. Kids will have fun soaking in a jacuzzi, having their nails done, relaxing with a massage or two and making their own DIY products.
Sounds like fun, right? They have a variety of Sparty packages to choose from, depending on what you’re looking for, how much you are willing to spend and how many kids will be at the party. Also, check out their list of additional options to make the occasion extra special.
Contact details: lifedayspakids.co.za | 011 465 7777 | info@lifedayspakids.co.za | Life Day Spa Kids, 2 Design Quarter District, Leslie Ave East, Fourways, Johannesburg.
For A Cooking Party
The Cooking Kitchen in Parkwood hosts lovely cooking parties for little chefs. They’re designed to encourage creativity, multi-sensory stimulation, sharing and of course, plenty of fun. Children can work individually or in small groups of two or three.
Parties are hosted at the studio, which is fully equipped and supervised by The Cooking Kitchen Chefs, ensuring that parents and children will have a fun-filled experience cooking up a storm and learning some new life skills.
Contact details: www.thecookingkitchen.co.za | 083 326 4933 | info@thecookingkitchen.co.za | 11 Ashford Road, Parkwood, Johannesburg.
For Arts & Creativity
Let Art Jamming take care of the fuss and mess at your child’s next birthday party. Here, kids can express their creativity with an arty party. Art Jamming sets up and cleans up! Everything your child needs to release their inner artist will be available at the venue – canvasses, lots of non-toxic acrylic paint, brushes and aprons.
The only thing the kids need to bring along with them is their imagination. If you need some catering done, they’ll be more than happy to help arrange it.
Contact details: www.artjamming.co.za | 011 684 1608 | cindy@artjamming.co.za | Melrose Arch, Atholl Oaklands Road, Johannesburg.
For A Bouncy Party
Not only is it a great party idea, but it also gets the kids out, active and away from all their electronics. You know how they are when it comes to their game consols, phones and tablets… obsessed, we tell you.
Which is why this makes for a ‘different’ and fun option for kids of all ages. Rush will cater to any age group, just make sure you pick the right party package depending on the kiddies’ ages. There are even combo party options.
Contact details: https://www.rushsa.co.za/parties/ | 021 683 3841 | infojhb@rushsa.co.za | Greenstone Shopping Centre, Cnr van Riebeek and Modderfontien Road.
For A Roller Skating Party
Speaking about getting the kids active, we love the idea of a roller skating party. RollEgoli is just the place to get the good times ‘rolling’. Get it?
The venue offers indoor and outdoor spaces to host your little one’s special celebration (patio, quad, restaurant, party room or balcony), and of course, the roller rink where the kids can have fun skating about, showing off their skills and having a laugh at those unavoidable falls. You can even pick to have a non-skating disco party. They’ll also arrange catering if you need.
Contact details: https://rollegoli.co.za/ | 083 232 9861 | info@rollegoli.co.za | 296 Main Road, Bryanston, Johannesburg.
For Paintball Fun
Doesn’t matter how old you are, paintball is A LOT of fun! There’s nothing more exhilarating than running for shelter so you don’t get pelted with paint balls.
Even though being hit hurts a little bit (we won’t lie, it does sting slightly and sometimes there’s some bruising involved), it’s rather entertaining. If this sounds like just the activity your child will enjoy, then you can plan the birthday party at Battlezone Paintball in Bryanston.
Take your pick from either the basic or elite party packages ,depending on how many paint balls you need. Also, note that there needs to be a minimum of 10 individuals per group.
Contacts: www.battlezone.co.za | 086 146 8242 | bookings@battlezone.co.za | Battlezone Paintball, corner Sloane Avenue and Main Road, Bryanston, Johannesburg.
For A Bootcamp Army Party
And last but certainly not least, we just have to mention the idea of a Bootcamp Army party at KidzVille. Just imagine a day filled with obstacle courses, army stretcher relay races, team challenges, paintball target shooting, zip lining, swimming and so much more.
If this doesn’t get the energy out of your kids, then nothing will! And best of all (for the moms and dads anyway), the venue is theme related, so there’s no need to decorate. It’s all done for you from the tables and chairs to the cameo tablecloths. All you have to do is bring your catering (crockery and cutlery provided). Just make sure all the kids wear old clothes and bring a change of clothing because getting dirty is the order of the day.
Contact Details: kidzville.co.za | 083 463 1429 | beth@kidzville.co.za | 81 Main Road, Brentwood Park, Kempton Park, Johannesburg.
For a Train Themed Party
Meerpark is a perfect destination for a family outing or birthday party! While the park is closed to the public during the week, it transforms into a magical venue for private parties from Wednesday to Saturday. To book a party, contact Johan Swanepoel at the park or by phone on 064 520 8572 during office hours (09:00 to 16:00).
Contact Details: centuriontrains.com | 064 520 8572 | Kwikkie Crescent, Centurion.