Best Birthday Party Places for Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor Kids

Looking for the best kids birthday party places for your child’s next shindig? A few tips, if we may.

First: Let them in on the planning. After all, there are so many top kids party places and options in southeast Michigan — whether your child is a princess wannabe or just a ball of energy needing an outlet.

Second: Let us be your guide! Here are some awesome ideas for kids party places throughout the metro Detroit and Ann Arbor areas.

Cupcake and bake shops

Colored sprinkles, gobs of frosting and a choice of yummy cupcakes — these are the makings for a birthday party for kids with a sweet tooth (or two!).

With bakeries all across the area, these bright, heavenly scented shops often offer kids parties.

(Or, if you want a great cake or cupcakes for your upcoming celebration, check out our roundup of bakeries and cupcake shops, too). 

Cake Crumbs

• Address: 28569 Northwestern Highway, Southfield
• Phone: 248-281-6456

BAKE! at Zingerman’s Bakehouse

• Address: 3711 Plaza Drive, Ann Arbor
• Phone: 734-761-2095

Here are some kids cooking classes in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor that are sure to be a hit, as well.

Pottery and art spots

Children love to get their hands messy. And if they can make unique creations while doing it, all the better. For a memorable party complete with favors guests create during their time together, pottery shops and art studios are a great option.

Abrakadoodle Art Studio 

• Address: 8016 Sheldon Center Road, Canton
• Phone: 734-738-6287

Creative Arts Studio 

• Address: 114 W. Fourth St., Royal Oak
• Phone: 248-544-2234

Creatopia Pottery

• Address: 924 W. Ann Arbor Trail, Plymouth
• Phone: 734-453-8797

The Bee’s Knees Studio & Gallery

• Address: 149 E. Main St., Northville
• Phone: 248-347-6718

The Friendship Factory

• Clinton Township: 17420 Hall Road #124, Clinton Township; 248-890-7277
• Rochester Hills: 1659 W. Hamlin Road, Suite D, Rochester Hills; 248-890-7277
• West Bloomfield Township: 4783 Haggerty Road, West Bloomfield Township; 248-859-5230

Here are more pottery studios in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor, some of which may also offer birthday party options.

Action arenas

Whether you’re looking for hands-on fun and dance parties or sports-geared spots with go-karts, glow-in-the-dark golf, arcades and laser tag, these action-packed kids party places are great for kids who want plenty to do at their next party. 

Bloomfield Gymnastics 

• Address:  2124 Franklin Road, Bloomfield Hills
• Phone: 248-335-6770

Boogie Babies

• Address:  1928 Star Batt Drive, Suite B, Rochester Hills
• Phone: 248-852-6288

C.J. Barrymore’s 

• Address:  21750 Hall Road, Clinton Township
• Phone: 586-469-2800

High Velocity Sports 

• Address:  46245 Michigan Ave., Canton
• Phone: 734-487-7678

Jungle Java

• Canton: 6481 Canton Center Road, Canton; 734-927-6680
• Clinton Township: 44595 Enterprise Drive, Clinton Township; 586-203-0500
• Farmington Hills: 27658 Middlebelt Road, Farmington Hills; 248-919-3284

Kidz Kingdom

• Address:  18602 Fenkell St., Detroit
• Phone: 313-296-1741

Paradise Park

• Address:  45799 Grand River Ave., Novi
• Phone: 248-735-1050

Rochester Play 

• Address: 380 E. Second St., Rochester
• Phone: 248-650-PLAY (7529)

The Fowling Warehouse

• Hamtramck: 3901 Christopher St., Hamtramck; 313-264-1288
• Ypsilanti: 3050 Washtenaw Ave, Ypsilanti; 734-499-3695

The Hub Stadium 

• Auburn Hills: 2550 Takata Drive, Auburn Hills; 248-364-4000
• Novi: 44325 W. 12 Mile Road, H-160, Novi; 248-946-8888

Zap Zone 

• Locations: Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti, Canton, Farmington, Taylor, Utica/Sterling Heights and Waterford

Plus, check out even more indoor fun spots around southeast Michigan, some of which may also offer birthday party options.

Bouncing bonanzas

Does your child always seem to be bouncing around — whether on her bed or on the couch? If so, you might want to schedule some time letting your child venture into an inflatable haven. Don’t forget to have the kids wear their socks!

AirTime Trampoline & Game Park 

• Address: 36901 Warren Road, Westland
• Phone: 734-215-2400

Bounce House 

• Address: 39080 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights
• Phone: 586-264-2720

Launch

• Ann Arbor: 800 W. Eisenhower Pkwy., Ann Arbor; 734-423-8718
• Novi: 44255 12 Mile Road, Novi; 248-671-1700

Pump It Up 

• Locations: Auburn Hills, Shelby Township, Taylor and Wixom

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park

• Canton: 42550 Executive Drive, Canton; 734-981-0007

• Shelby Township: 50810 Sabrina Drive, Shelby Township; 586-930-0600

Top Flight Trampoline & Game Park

• Address: 44855 Hayes Road, Sterling Heights
• Phone: 586-788-7800

Check out these other inflatable parks in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor, some of which may also offer birthday party options, as well.

Splash zones and swim spots 

For parents with water bugs on their hands, don’t miss out on some chlorinated local fun. Little swimmers will love having a party poolside. 

Aqua-Tots 

• Locations: Auburn Hills, Berkley, Canton, Dearborn, Farmington Hills, Novi, Sterling Heights, Troy and Woodhaven.

Beverly Hills Club 

• Address: 31555 Southfield Road, Beverly Hills
• Phone: 248-642-8500

Franklin Athletic Club

• Address: 29350 Northwestern Highway, Southfield
• Phone: 248-352-8000

Goldfish Swim School

• Locations: Ann Arbor, Birmingham, Clarkston, Farmington Hills, Macomb, Rochester and West Bloomfield

Red Oaks Waterpark

• Address: 1455 E. 13 Mile Road, Madison Heights
• Phone: 248-858-0918

Troy Family Aquatic Center

• Address: 3425 Civic Center Drive, Troy
• Phone: 248-524-3514

Warren Community Center Indoor Water Park

• Address: 5460 Arden Ave., Warren
• Phone: 586-268-8400

We’ve compiled a list of swimming pools in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor, some of which may also offer birthday party options.

Science centers

Budding scientist, or maybe just an astronaut wannabe? If so, book your child’s next birthday bash at an area science center. 

Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum

• Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor

• Phone: 734-995-5439

Cranbrook Institute of Science 

• Address: 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
• Phone: 248-645-3200

Mad Science of Detroit

• Address: 24371 Catherine Industrial Drive, Suite 207, Novi
• Phone: 248-773-8570 

Michigan Science Center

• Address:  5020 John R. St., Detroit
• Phone: 313-577-8400

Be sure to check out our list of planetariums in metro Detroit as well.

Private theaters

Everyone likes going to the theater, whether for movies or plays. But how often do you get to have a theater all to yourself or reserved seating? It sure could be arranged for a special birthday boy or girl. 

AMC Theatres

• Locations: Auburn Hills, Clinton Township, Dearborn, Livonia, Madison Heights and Sterling Heights

Emagine Theatres

• Locations: Birmingham, Canton, Macomb, Novi, Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Saline and Woodhaven

You can check out a larger list we’ve compiled with some of the top movie theaters in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor.

Princess palaces

For kids looking for the chance to be a princess for a day, there are several kids party places to indulge her inner royalty. 

Fairytale Entertainment 

• Location: Service all of southeast Michigan
• Phone: 888-510-0513

My Girly Party 

• Address: 32506 Northwestern Highway, Farmington Hills
• Phone: 248-298-2220

Tea Party Castle 

• Address: 52261 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township
• Phone: 586-241-8192 

The Fairytale Fun Place 

• Address: 7127 Dixie Hwy., Clarkston
• Phone: 248-297-5131 

The Fairytale Party Place 

• Address: 3085 Walton Blvd., Auburn Hills
• Phone: 248-707-2485

Bowling alleys

If you’ve got kids who love to stay active during the party and down a few pins, a bowling party is the ticket. Remember to ask for the staff to put up bumpers (and read up on these how-to tips!)

Brighton Bowl

• Address: 9871 E. Grand River Ave., Brighton
• Phone: 810-227-3341 

Ford Lanes Bowling Center

• Address: 23100 Van Born Road, Dearborn Heights
• Phone: 313-292-1700

You can find a bunch of other spots by browsing our bowling centers list. Just make sure to ask if they offer birthday parties!

Skating rinks

There’s something a little retro special about hanging out at a roller rink. Strap some skates on your birthday kid and watch them take a spin around the rink. Be sure they get in a game of hokey pokey, too.

Bonaventure Family Skating Center 

• Address: 24505 Halsted Road, Farmington Hills
• Phone: 248-476-2200

Rollerama Family Skating Center

• Address: 6995 Grand River Road, Brighton
• Phone: 810-227-2010

Detroit Roller Wheels

• Address:  16611 Schoolcraft St., Detroit
• Phone: 313-837-7680

Lincoln Park Skating Center

• Address: 1419 Southfield Road, Lincoln Park
• Phone: 313-381-RINK (7465)

The Great Skate 

• Address: 29100 Hayes Road, Roseville
• Phone: 586-777-4301

Here are some more roller rinks in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor, some of which may also offer birthday party options.

Petting farms

If your child is really into animals and the outdoors, then a farm birthday party may be the perfect fit. Be sure to check ahead because a lot of the farms close to the public for the winter months.

Heritage Park Petting Farm 

• Address: 12803 Paradee Road, Taylor
• Phone: 734-374-5946

Maybury Farm

• Address: 50165 Eight Mile Road, Northville Township
• Phone: 248-374-0200 ext. 110

Upland Hills Farm 

• Address: 481 Lake George Road, Oxford
• Phone: 248-628-1611

Check out the other petting farms in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor. Be sure to ask if they do anything special for birthdays.

Mini Golf

Take your kids to play miniature golf for their birthday at one of these local attractions. You can even find glow-in-the-dark miniature golf.

Garden City Mini Golf

• Address: 29060 Ford Road, Garden City
• Phone: 734-425-9816

Midway Sports & Entertainment

• Address: 22381 Van Born Road, Taylor
• Phone: 313-277-9156

Paradise Park

• Address: 45799 Grand River Ave., Novi
• Phone: 248-735-1050

Check out these other putt-putt courses in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor, some of which offer birthday parties.

This post is updated regularly.