The 20 best venues to celebrate your kid's birthday in Ottawa (Gatineau) In 2024

The 20 best venues to celebrate your kid's birthday in Ottawa (Gatineau) In 2024

Karen MagazzinichSeptember 13, 2020

Your child’s birthday is coming soon and you are desperate to find THE PERFECT PLACE to commemorate this special day?  Fortunately for you, we simplified your life listing the best venues* to celebrate your child! See for yourself and choose THE PLACE that will make his or her day memorable!  If you opted not to have an at-home birthday party, I invite you to read on! 

 *Prices may vary 

 

PUTTING EDGE

Putting Edge kid's birthday  party

Theme: Glow in the dark mini putt

Age group: 9 years old and up

Price for a basic birthday: $12 / kid min12 children 

Website: https://www.puttingedge.com/parties-events/birthday-parties/

What about offering your child a glow-in-the-dark party while playing mini putt!  Putting Edge offers a spectacular place to host your next party! Kids will play a 18 holes black light golf course with a personal caddie.  They will also be able to play arcades after having a special treat in the private glow-in-the-dark party room!

 Good to know:

  • A  50$ deposit is required to complete the booking.
  • The guest is allowed to bring fully prepared outside food.
  • You can choose to buy food there with extra money added to the package.
  •  Nepean location does not have an event room to eat on site.
  • They provide printable invitations.

 

 

FUNHAVEN

Funhaven kid's party

Theme: Indoor playground

Age group: all ages

Price for a basic birthday: starts at $299.99 (24,99$ per additional guest)  / 1h15 session +45 minutes party room

Website: Funhaven Packages

 

At Funhaven, your child will have the time of his life with all his or her friends! This place combines every game you can imagine and you get to choose the one you prefer to make this day memorable. Bumper cars, climbing walls, laser tag, video games, roller coaster or even an escape room! Everything is there to let the kids play and have fun with their dedicated party host!

 Good to know:

  • You can create and print your own invitations cards online.
  • Food is included in all packages.
  • You can choose between 3 attractions with the basic package but you may also choose more add-on.
  • They also offer more add-on such as cake, cupcakes, platter, loot bags...

 

 

ORLEANS BOWLING CENTRE

Orleans Bowling kid's party

Theme: Bowling alley

Age group: all ages

Price for a basic birthday:   starts at $188 for up to 6 children / 1 hour lane + 45 minutes in party room

Website: Orleans Bowling packages

Kids like to have Fun! For your next birthday party, why not choose Orleans Bowling for a great time with friends. Their state of the art scoring system offers great colourful 3-D style characters, fun animations and interactive enjoyment for your kids! Kids will get their own lane to play!

 

Good to know:

  • With the basic package, you get a veggie tray or fruit cup and tableware are provided.
  • Each kid will get a balloon in the party room.
  • They provide shoes for all kids.
  • All guests will get a free pass for a next visit.
  • You can also choose a complete meal ($).
  • You can print invitations cards from their website.

 

 

PIRATES LIFE

Pirate Adventure kid's party

Theme: Sailing adventure

Age group: all ages

Price for a basic birthday:   starts at 450$ for up to 10 guests ( (2 must be adults) /  1 ½ hour sailing adventure

Website: Pirate Adventures packages

 Get ready to create wonderful memories of a birthday celebration with family and friends aboard the pirate ship. With Pirate Adventures, singing, dancing, fighting the evil Pirate Pete and discovering sunken treasure are just some magical activities you will experience! Kids will love their journey on this big sailing adventure with face painting and pirate costumes.

Good to know:

  • Unless you choose the Captain’s Special package, you will share the boat with other people during the trip.
  • You get to bring food of your choice but you can also have a pirate cake ($) or loot bags ($).
  • Birthday celebrations for groups with less than 20 people cost normal ticket price, with the option of renting a decorated birthday tent ($80 for the hour after the cruise).

 

  

XTREME TRAMPOLINE PARK

Xtreme Trampoline kid's party

Theme: Trampoline park

Age group: all ages

Price for a basic birthday: starts at $370 for 10 jumpers /  1 hour session 

Website: Xtreme Trampoline packages

 If you want to sit  back and relax while your dedicated party host makes sure your in room experience is amazing, Xtreme Trampoline is the place for you.  Kids will use trampolines as aid to slam dunk like a pro. They will go in the huge trampoline court  to bounce the day away or even jump high from a trampoline right into a GIGANTIC air bag!

Good to know:

  • The basic price is for parties on Friday, Saturday and Sunday but you can get a promotion for birthdays during weekdays.
  • Food and drinks are included with all packages.
  • Socks are not included in the price
  • You can bring your own cake or cupcakes (nut-free) but no other outside food is allowed.
  • Many add-on are proposed to you ($): extra pizza, additional drink pitcher, fruit or veggie platter,  t-shirt, loot bags…
  • ALL sales are final and non-refundable.

 

 

LASER FORCE

Laser Force kid's party

Theme: Laser game centre

Age group: all ages

Price for a basic birthday: starts at 240$ for up to 8 children / 2 missions of laser tag + 1 hour party room   

Website: Laser Force packages

 Get ready to play Laser tag for your next birthday party!  Laser Force is a cool place to host a party and have fun in the dark.  Kids will get to accomplish a mission in an interactive space with great special effects.  After their mission, they will be happy to get their slice of pizza before relaxing in the arcades and game area ($).

 

Good to know:

  • With the classic package, you get a large pizza and juice or soda for all kids.
  • 2 parents can  play for free with all packages.
  • You get a  free game for Birthday child on future visit.
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    CHIQUICUTS HAIR SALON

    Chiquicuts Hair Salon kid's party

    Theme: Kids hair salon

    Age group: 4 to 11 years old

    Price for a basic birthday:  starts at 320$ for u to 6 children /  2 hours session

    Website: Chiquicuts packages

    Chiquicuts Kids Hair Salon is not just your average, ordinary children’s hair salon. It is a magical place! They are going to make magic happen on your kid’s next birthday! A stress-free, mess-free birthday celebration.  They are in charge of after party clean-up so you can enjoy your day and can go home to a clean house! It's every parents' dream! Whether you child loves superheros, divas, pirates or even karaoke, choices are there for you! Even birthday parties limousine shuttle service is available!

     

    Good to know:

    • You can easily upgrade your package with luxurious furniture and decor ($).
    • They offer many party specials such as loot bags,party costumes, sweet treats…
    • You may also print your invitations from their website.

     

      

     

    OCR ACADEMY OTTAWA

    OCR Academy kid's party

    Theme: Obstacle course centre

    Age group: 15 years old and under

    Price for a basic birthday: starts at 300$ for up to 10 kids and 2 adultes / 1 ½ hour  session

    Website: OCR packages

     The secret for your next perfect birthday party is to get kids active and keep them moving!  With OCR, children will get so much fun while climbing, running and jumping in these cool and crazy obstacle course! They will teach kids the proper techniques to use their obstacles and prepare them for the next Ninja Warrior challenge! When booking a party, you get a private access to entire facility.

    Good to know:

    • For a  party of 9 kids or less, they recommend to come during the open gym time hours if you don’t mind to share the gym.
    • They have treats available but you can bring your own food, including the cake.
    • Parties are only available on Saturdays and Sundays between 2:15pm to 6:30.
    • They require a 100$ deposit to secure your spot.


     

    FLYING SQUIRREL

    Flying Squirrel kid's party

    Theme: Trampoline park

    Age group: all ages

    Price for a basic birthday:  starts at 300$ for up to 10 kids / 2 ½ hours session including 2 hours of jumping  

    Website: Flying Squirrel packages 

    Flying Squirrel is Canada's largest and most exciting spring-loaded urban playground with a wide range of attractions. Choose the ultimate party experience where kids will literally be jumping for joy to have a Super Fly party! Your party host will handle everything from setup to cleanup, which means you get to go home to a clean, quiet house when all the fun is done. Simply leave the mess to them!

     

    Good to know:

    • All jumpers are required to have a signed waiver on file.
    • All jumpers are also required to have Trampoline Jump Socks which can be purchased at check-in.
    • The basic package includes 2 large pizzas, 10 bottles of water, a reserved party table and tablecloths.
    • The birthday kid gets a free one-hour jump pass for a  next visit.

     

     

    ÉCOLE D’ART SALAMANDRE (Gatineau)

    École d'Art Salamandre kid's party

    Theme: Art school

    Age group: 3 years old and up

    Price for a basic birthday:   starts at 205$ for up to 8 participants / 1 hour activity + party room

    Website: Art Salamandre Packages

     

    Ecole d’art Salamandre is a creative and original venue that provides a fun experience by offering a magical and unforgettable birthday party for your child and their friends! You can pick from various nature themes… In the workshop of visual arts, children will have fun while gaining knowledge about nature, and get to bring home their work of art! With the Storytelling and Music, children have the opportunity to try musical instruments, including exotic instruments from around the world.

    Good to know:

    • They invite you to arrive up to 30 minutes before the beginning of the party to decorate the room to your taste (this time is included in the location period).
    • Art materials are NOT INCLUDED. The fees for art supplies vary depending on the choice of the medium and the number of participants.
    • The room can be rented for extra hours at a rate of $20/hour in addition to the $20/hour cost of staff supervision.
    • $5 per additional participant (maximum room capacity: 12 participants).

     

     

    COSMIC ADVENTURES

    Cosmic Adventure kid's party

     

    Theme: Indoor playground

    Age group: 12 years old and under

    Price for a basic birthday:   starts at $450 for 8 children / 1 ¼ hour games and  play structure + 1 hour party room

    Website: Cosmic Adventures packages

    This indoor playground might be your next choice for a stunning birthday party that all the kids will enjoy. They will discover Cosmic Adventures  ball pits, slides, tunnels, mazes, obstacle courses and more. Grab your camera, join in the fun, and leave the mess and stress to their out-of-this-world Party Heroes! All your guests are guaranteed a great time, especially the birthday child! Leave the planning, gathering and cleaning up to their heroic team!

     

    Good to know:

    • You get many add-on to choose from to add more fun to your party: loot bags, food, t-shirt for the birthday child…
    • Birthday cake, birthday e-invites and party supplies are included in all packages.
    • No outside food is allowed since they have their own restaurant.

     

      

    CANADIAN HISTORY MUSEUM (Gatineau)

    Canadian History Museum kid's birthday party

    Theme: Children museum

    Age group: 3 to 7 years old

    Price for a basic birthday:  starts at 255$ for up to 10 kids and 2 adults /   1 hour animation and unlimited time in the museum + 1 hour party room

    Website: Canadian museum packages

     What a great way to celebrate your next party and have a special adventure with these two themed birthday party at Children’s Museum! Your kid will either step into the spotlight with a behind-the-scenes trip to the Theatre or take an unforgettable trip around the world to try Nigerian drumming and Japanese origami, learn a traditional Mexican dance, and make a piñata!

    Good to know:

    • The Children’s Museum requires a ratio of one adult for every five children.
    • You can get a  discount if you are a member of the museum.
    • You have the possibility to make a DIY party for only 100$ (no host or animation) with a  maximum of 30 persons.
    • Payment is due in full upon registration and registration is required a minimum of two weeks in advance.

     

     

     LITLLE MONKEY  

    Monkey Around kid's birthday party

     Theme: Play and learn centre

    Age group: all ages

    Price for a basic birthday:   starts at 289$ for 8 children / 2 hours party room + unlimited time to play after

    Website: Little Monkey packages

    With a large play centre that offers a play structure, jumping pillow, roller rink, and games to keep children of all ages entertained, as well as a learn centre with full-time daycare programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children, Monkey Around has something for everyone. Also, birthday party kids get to go roller skating or roller racing, bounce on a giant pillow and climb through their play structure (5 years old and up). A party host will take care of everything so you can enjoy that moment too!

     Good to know:

    • No outside food or drinks are allowed.
    • Cake is included in all packages.
    • You can get many add-ons if you wish to: deluxe Loot Bags, special gift for the birthday child, balloons and even cotton candy.

     

     

    LASER MAXX 

    Laser Quest kid's birthday party

    Theme: Laser tag games

    Age group: 5 years old and up

    Price for a basic birthday:   starts at $129.99 for 6 kids (minimum) / no party room (some packages include the party room)

    Website: https://www.lasermaxxcanada.com/birthdays

     This year, try Laser Maxx for an outstanding birthday party! Parents love Laser Maxx because their birthday packages are hassle-free.  Teenagers love LM for their high-energy, interactive fun.

    This game combines the classic game of hide-and-seek and tag with a high tech twist. Their multi-level arenas have swirling fog, energetic music and fun lurking around every corner!

     

    Good to know:

    • A deposit is required at time of booking.
    • Games are played with the general public but you can book a party with private games.
    • Storage is available for gifts.
    • Laser Quest team takes care of the clean-up.
    • Fridge and freezer are available for you to store your cake.
    • You can get invitations by email or from their website.

     

     

    UNIGYM GATINEAU

    Unigym kid's party

    Theme: Gymnastics

    Age group: 5 years old and up

    Price for a basic birthday:   starts at $210 for 8 children / 1 hour activity + 1 hour party room

    Website: Unigym packages

     With Unigym Gatineau, you get to see the children immersed in a world of dynamic, exciting and motivating gymnastics skills. A certified coach will lead the party through a gymnastics adventure full of cheers, smiles, tumbles, games, challenges and celebration! The children will learn and refine their jumping, balancing, swinging, rolling and PARTYING skills along the way!

     

    Good to know:

    • With the basic package, you get a Unigym surprise for the birthday kid.
    • You can use of a fridge, microwave and other storage.
    • Unigym Gatineau is a NUT-FREE facility. Please ensure that you choose food and products that do not contain nuts or any nut product.
    • Any child under the age of three must be accompanied by a parent or adult and any party with children under the age of 5 require that one adult be present in the gym while the party is in progress.
    • All parties provide their own cake, refreshments, cutlery and additional decorations.
    • A 50$ deposit, non-refundable, is required 2 weeks before the birthday party.

     

     

    SPORTBALL (Gatineau)

    Sportball kid's birthday party

    Theme: Sports classes

    Age group: 3 to 12 years old

    Price for a basic birthday:  On demand (depends on the venue you choose)  / 1 hour session minimum

    Website: Sportball packages

    Everybody wins when the Coach throws the party at Sportball! Thrill your child with a high-energy, action-packed party that will be remembered long after the candles are blown out! Whether you choose basketball, soccer, multi-sports or hockey cosom, parties begin with coach-led active fun and they can be booked at official Sportball locations or at a venue of your choice.

     

    Good to know:

    • You can also get a  birthday party with youngers (2-3 years old) but it include the active participation of parents and caregivers with their toddlers.
    • Parents assist with celebration and clean-up.
    • Printable and email invitations are included.


     CINEPLEX ODEON (many locations)

    Cineplex Odeon kid's birthday party

    Theme: Movie theatre

    Age group: 4 to 13 years old

    Price for a basic birthday: starts at 157$ for 8 participants (minimum, and 20$ per additional child)    

    Website: Cineplex packages

    Planning your next party? Make it a movie event with Cineplex Odeon with this fun, easy and affordable birthday party!  That's why more and more parents are choosing Popcorn Parties for their child's next birthday.  They also offer an XBOX party or even the new Escape Room party! Choose your movie and get your snacks! Each child attending the party, including the birthday boy or girl, receives a Kid’s popcorn, drink, and a treat.  Your host will meet your birthday group upon arrival at the theatre, take you to your seats, and provide each party child with their Kids Tray Combo.

     

    Good to know:

    • Prices may vary by location.
    • The Party calculator does not include the accompanying Adult/Party Chaperone's regular movie admission and food costs.
    • You will receive one free admission for the birthday boy or girl’s next visit to Cineplex!
    • Outside food and beverages are not permitted within the theatre complex.
    • Please note that films will not be confirmed until the Tuesday prior to your party date.
    • Enjoy a private party room for 1 hour with the Premium package.

    *All prices are indicated without HST or applicable provincial sales tax.

     

    SING HOUSE STUDIOS

    Theme: Recording Studio and Karaoke

    Age group: all ages

    Price for a basic birthday: starts at $199 for 8 kids  / 60 minutes session 

    Website: https://singhousestudios.ca/birthday-parties-2/

    Gather your friends and unleash your creativity. Sing your favourite songs with your friends, have a blast, and shine like the superstar you are!

     

     

    Are you still hesitating between having your child's birthday party at a venue or hosting an at-home birthday party? Take a look at our at-home birthday party themes

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