Sometimes it’s just easier to plan a destination party that won’t destroy your home.
Birthday parties seem to get more and more elaborate with the years, and sometimes planning one at home just doesn’t fit into our very hectic lives as parents. Social media may have a hand to play in the elaborate parties and decorations, but that doesn’t mean you have to sit at home and cut out hundreds of tiny flowers to decorate the walls or learn how to roll out fondants for the perfect smash cake. Be easy on yourself, plan a kids party that fits your hectic life — and maybe enlist the help of your babysitter or nanny, who might be more accustomed to dealing with multiple kids at once.
There’s absolutely no shame in booking the services of an equipped facility to host your child’s memorable celebration. We recommend taking even more of the stress off yourself and focusing just on the invites and maybe the cake. From playground parties to museums, there’s a little something special to celebrate your special littles one’s day.
Monkey Bizness
Address: 9950 E. Easter Ave., Ste. 200, Centennial, CO 80112 | Click here for more locations.
Phone: 303-790-8885
Pricing: Starts at $219 for one hour on a weekday, and goes up to $359 for an hour and a half on the weekend.
Monkey Bizness is one of the more popular spots in the Denver area for hosting birthday parties for children, and it definitely has to do with the facility’s push for a fun and safe environment. The indoor playground birthday is a great option for those silly littles who just want to keep moving at all times. There’s a bouncy slide, rock wall, indoor obstacle courses, and plenty more to keep every child happy and entertained. Everything is provided for you — from electronic party invitations to utensils. You can simply order pizza and bring your own cake.
Children’s Museum Denver Marsico Campus
Address: 2121 Children’s Museum Drive, Denver, CO 80211
Phone: 303-433-7444
Pricing: Starts at $180 for 20 people on a Wednesday, and caps at $450 for 20 people on the weekend.
What could possibly be more fun than spending the day at the museum with the kids? Having a birthday party here! The Children’s Museum Denver Marsico Campus offers several options for hosting a great party, including time with your guests in the Art Studio or the Teaching Kitchen. Even if your child just wants to explore each area of the museum, from the Fire Truck to the Teaching Kitchen and Joy Park, there’s a package that will suit every party’s needs. Each party includes a special decorated room for 90 minutes, unlimited access to the museum during and after the party, a special party favor, and 10 percent off at the cafe and gift shop. Outside food is allowed.
Denver Art Museum
Address: 100 W. 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver, CO 80204
Phone: 720-865-5000
Pricing: All packages are $260 ($235 for members) for 10 children and 10 adults for two hours of museum fun.
If your child has outgrown the Children’s Museum and wants a museum party catered to them, then the Denver Art Museum is also a great option. Each party includes artmaking instruction, stories, and interactive tours through the galleries. There are themed options for your child to choose from, including “Animals on Safari” and “Into India.” Every party can fit up to 10 children and 10 adults, though you can add additional adults for an additional discounted fee. The museum will provide pizza, drinks, and decorations, so all the parents need to decide on is what type of cake they want to bring.
Earth Treks
Address: 700 Golden Ridge Road, Golden, CO 80401
Phone: 303-222-9564
Pricing: Based on a two-hour time slot ranging from $250 for 10 climbers to $650 for 30 climbers.
Earth Treks recommends that your child be at least 6 years old to host a birthday party there. Even if the birthday boy or girl is still not quite there, they’ll have something fun and exciting to look forward to. Included in the party package is a brief orientation and instructions on climbing, a table for outside food (they recommend ordering pizza and bringing a few snacks), and a birthday T-shirt for the child throwing the party. Party favor bags for your guests can also be purchased for $6 each on the day of the event and include a keychain carabiner, bouncing rockball, Clif Kid organic bar, ET branded bracelet, two EarthTrek tattoos, and stickers.
Apex Denver
Address: 700 W. Mississippi Ave., Bldg. A, Ste. 5, Denver, CO 80223
Phone: 720-295-7279
Pricing: Begins at $200 for 14 kids and costs an additional $75 for 15 or more children to pay for the extra coach required.
Apex Denver is the perfect location for the older child who loves to jump and move around. If your child is at least 6 years old, they can host a parkour-focused birthday party led by a Parkour EDU-certified coach, who will not only teach children different movements but also lead them in games and mini instructionals focused on certain parkour movements. They recommend bringing your own food, friends, and cake, while they’ll provide supervision and fun.
My Make Studio
Address: 6460 E. Yale Ave., Ste. E60, Denver, CO 80222
Phone: 720-334-8001
Pricing: Begins at $395 for eight guests decorating cupcakes, and goes up to $445 for eight guests to decorate cake.
If your little one loves to do anything creative, this could be the party for them. At My Make Studio, your child and their guests will get a tour of the studio and a class led on decorating cake or cupcakes. The packages offered range for complete creative control or instructed and themed parties. Your child can even host a cake battle party, where at the end of the event, there will be certificates for the winning decorators. Refreshments, supplies, and activities are all included in every package.
Casa Bonita
Address: 6715 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood, CO 80214
Phone: 303-232-5115
Pricing: Based per person and ranges from $12.64 to $18.75.
It may not be known as a five-star restaurant, but Casa Bonita is definitely memorable for its indoor castle entertainment — plus, they will handle everything. Each party package includes a host who will walk your guests through each stage of the party, food, an elaborate centerpiece, balloons for each child, and a special party hat for the birthday child. Plus, there’s the option for additional dive show tickets showcasing several divers in and out of costumes diving into the water while you dine. If you haven’t had the pleasure of taking your child to the dive show yet, this may be the best way, when they can share in the special experience with their friends.
Uncorked Kitchen
Address: 8171 S. Chester St., Ste. A, Centennial, CO 80112
Phone: 720-907-3838
Pricing: Begins at $400 for 10 children. Contact Uncorked Kitchens directly for additional pricing.
For those little chefs at home who love to help in the kitchen any way they can, this party could be their dream come true. Everything is provided, from utensils to cupcakes (that they’ll decorate and devour) to the meal they’ll prep with healthy ingredients and a unique party favor for each child (spatula and Uncorked Kitchen apron). An even more exciting perk of using Uncorked Kitchen: For the parents who don’t necessarily want to drop off their children and leave or who prefer a little adult time, there is an “adult only” wine bar where the parents can enjoy a glass while their kids cook up a storm.
Rocky Mountain Aardvarks
Address: 4317 Tennyson St., Denver, CO 80212 | Click here for additional locations.
Phone: 720-515-8275
Pricing: Contact Rocky Mountain Aardvarks directly for more information on pricing for 45-minute classes.
Although they don’t provide the location, Rocky Mountain Aardvarks will definitely bring the party. So if you’re planning a party at the park or even in your back yard, they’re the people to call. Your child’s birthday party will be filled with musical instruments, singing, lots of dancing, and even more body movement inspiration. Even the shiest of children will find themselves tapping their toes or wiggling their booties. This is a great option for parents of young children who also want to host adults at their parties.
Bricks 4 Kids
Address: Click here for a complete list of areas served.
Phone: 303-997-6809
Pricing: Party packages range from $230 to $260.
Here’s another great option for parents looking to entertain their child and their guests at an at-home or park party. Briks 4 Kids will come to you and bring everything the party will need to create the perfect LEGO build. Packages vary, but each includes 90 minutes of instructed LEGO building, a project of your child’s choice (from amusement rides to spin art), a collaborative build in groups of two to three, and a Brikz 4 Kids T-shirt for the birthday child. This option is ideal for your older child looking to impress their friends with the coolest way to build with “Bricks.”
