Best Birthday Party Places for Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor Kids ~ Hustler

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

Detroit Kid City

Address: 37051 Southbound Gratiot Ave., Clinton Township
Phone: 586-630-0102

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

LEGOLAND Discovery Center

Address: 4240 Baldwin Road, Auburn Hills
Phone: 248-409-6001

Paradise Park

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

Peppa Pig World of Play

Address: 4362 Baldwin Road, Auburn Hills
Phone: 248-392-2121

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

Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti: 4095 Carpenter Road, Ypsilanti; 734-930-6670
Canton: 41953 Ford Road, Canton; 734-844-7746
Farmington: 31506 Grand River Ave., Farmington; 248-471-6777
Taylor: 9751 Telegraph Road, Taylor; 313-299-9690
Utica/Sterling Heights: 43680 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights; 586-323-0030
Waterford: 1490 N. Oakland Blvd., Suite B, Waterford Township; 248-706-7777

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

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.