Looking for the best kids birthday party places? Want to hire entertainment? Decoration experts? Yard Signs? Bounce houses? Food? We want to make planning an amazing party easy and fun!
You will find many helpful sections below: kids birthday party places, kid-friendly entertainers (which includes traveling parties that come to you), bounce house rentals, and balloon garlands and specialty party decorations, yard signs, food trucks, ice cream trucks and cookie decorating kits for home parties. Click/tap on each heading to expand the section and see all the choices. Scroll through to see all of the amazing local options we have to choose from!
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Featured Kids Birthday Party Places
Plan a fun and easy kids birthday party at one of these places! We have the details about each birthday party place, including available packages and more.
Birthday Parties at Jo’s Footwork Studio
Jo’s Footwork Studio
1500 Walker Street – 2nd Floor
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-6878
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Birthday parties should be no stress and great fun! Jo’s Footwork Studio makes it simple. All parties include:
- Party dance room set up
- Tables, tablecloths, and chairs
- Balloons (with your favorite color or colors)
- Instructor and the party of your choice: Princess/Disney Theme, Dance Party, or HipHop Party
You provide the cake, the food (if you want), and the refreshments (they do the cleanup). Do you have an idea in mind for your special birthday party? Call or email them!
DuPage Children’s Museum Parties
DuPage Children’s Museum
301 N Washington St.
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 637-7644
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Celebrate at DuPage Children’s Museum!
Explore, create, build, wonder, discover, think, play, and more… Every party is an adventure! Imagine a memorable, stress-free party where both kids and adults have a blast celebrating and playing together. That’s what you get when you host a party at DuPage Children’s Museum.
Make a splash in AWEsome Water, build with real tools in the Construction House, put on capes and “fly” through AWEsome Air, and create something unique in The Studio. The possibilities are endless.
Party packages include UNLIMITED playtime in the Museum and reserved time in a private party room, with other options to customize your special day. Looking for something bigger? Rent the whole Museum to host a private event for an exclusive, one-of-a-kind experience. Start planning today!
Parties at Dipsy Desserts Ice Cream Kitchen
Dipsy Desserts Ice Cream Kitchen
300 W Lake Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 643-6343
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Have an ice cream experience and create your own custom ice cream flavor at Dipsy Desserts Ice Cream Kitchen!
A 90 minute class includes:
- Personalized welcome sign for the guest of honor.
- Ice Cream 101 education
- Personal ice cream machine and base ice cream flavor. Pick from vanilla, chocolate, birthday cake or vegan vanilla.
- All of the inclusions and toppings they want to add to their ice cream.
- Decorate a pint and goody bag. There will be plenty of ice cream to take home after eating.
- Photo Booth setup with ring light, ice cream cone balloon and props at the sprinkle wall.
- Ice cream games with prizes.
- Outside food, beverage and decor is allowed.
- $40/person
Little Fox Clubhouse Birthday Parties
Little Fox Clubhouse
2645 N. Bridge Street
Yorkville, IL 60560
(331) 274-4173
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Little Fox Clubhouse is an excellent spot to host an unforgettable birthday bash for your little one. This cozy and inviting venue is specially designed for kids aged 6 and under. They provide a safe, clean, and nut-free environment for them to imagine, play, and have a blast on their big day.
Their party packages all include 2 hour private parties with the ability to bring your own food and customize with add-ons to suit your needs, creating a special and exclusive space where your child can celebrate with their closest friends and family. The best part? Their experienced staff takes care of all the nitty-gritty details from start to finish, ensuring a fantastic experience for everyone.
Say goodbye to the stress of party planning and let Little Fox Clubhouse turn your child’s birthday into a memorable and enjoyable celebration.
Playroom Café Two Birthday Parties
Playroom Café Two
2075 Calamos Court
Naperville, IL 60563
(630) 946-6879
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The unique and modern space at Playroom Café Two is the perfect backdrop for any party. Although they are closed for public play, they are open for private parties for up to 50 people!
They offer several different party packages to fit your needs, from open concept, to private room, to renting out the entire space! Their full service café and personal party hostess will ensure your party is stress free and more fun!
Party packages at Playroom Café Two include two hours in the party space and they take care of all of the details, from organic juice boxes for the kids to passion fruit iced tea and water for the adults. They even have themed and custom party decor available upon request. So leave the planning to them and enjoy your special day!
Playroom Café Birthday Parties
Playroom Café
141 Randhurst Village Drive
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(224) 318-2108
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Playroom Café in Mount Prospect is the perfect backdrop for any party!
This modern and unique space offers several different party packages too fit your needs, including open concept, private room, and renting the entire venue. Leave the planning to them and enjoy your special day! Playroom Café offers one-of-a-kind luxurious party decor and set up to make your day effortless and more enjoyable. Their full service café and personal party hostess will ensure your party is stress free and more fun! They can accommodate up to 200 people for private events.
For more information visit their website: www.playroomcafe.net/packages.
Kids Birthday Party Places by Category
Kids Birthday Party Places with Food as a Specialty
Parties at Dipsy Desserts Ice Cream Kitchen
Dipsy Desserts Ice Cream Kitchen
300 W Lake Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 643-6343
Website | Facebook | Instagram
Have an ice cream experience and create your own custom ice cream flavor at Dipsy Desserts Ice Cream Kitchen!
A 90 minute class includes:
- Personalized welcome sign for the guest of honor.
- Ice Cream 101 education
- Personal ice cream machine and base ice cream flavor. Pick from vanilla, chocolate, birthday cake or vegan vanilla.
- All of the inclusions and toppings they want to add to their ice cream.
- Decorate a pint and goody bag. There will be plenty of ice cream to take home after eating.
- Photo Booth setup with ring light, ice cream cone balloon and props at the sprinkle wall.
- Ice cream games with prizes.
- Outside food, beverage and decor is allowed.
- $40/person
- Barone’s Pizza (Glen Ellyn)
- Entrée Kitchen (Carol Stream)
- Lezza’s Bakery (Elmhurst)
- Kirsten’s Bakery (Burr Ridge)
- Kimmer’s Ice Cream (Elmhurst, St. Charles, Wheaton)
- Tate’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shop (La Grange)
- Brown Cow Ice Cream Parlor (Forest Park)
- 2Toots Train Whistle Grill (Glen Ellyn)
- Luigi’s Pizza and Fun Center (Aurora)
- Nu Crepes (Elmhurst)
- Papa Pasero’s (Westmont)
- Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (La Grange)
- Suzette’s Crêperie (Wheaton)
- The Junction Diner (Forest Park)
- Sips & Sweets Café (Riverside)
Birthday Parties at Indoor Play Places
DuPage Children’s Museum Parties
DuPage Children’s Museum
301 N Washington St.
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 637-7644
Website | Email | Facebook | Instagram
Celebrate at DuPage Children’s Museum!
Explore, create, build, wonder, discover, think, play, and more… Every party is an adventure! Imagine a memorable, stress-free party where both kids and adults have a blast celebrating and playing together. That’s what you get when you host a party at DuPage Children’s Museum.
Make a splash in AWEsome Water, build with real tools in the Construction House, put on capes and “fly” through AWEsome Air, and create something unique in The Studio. The possibilities are endless.
Party packages include UNLIMITED playtime in the Museum and reserved time in a private party room, with other options to customize your special day. Looking for something bigger? Rent the whole Museum to host a private event for an exclusive, one-of-a-kind experience. Start planning today!
Little Fox Clubhouse Birthday Parties
Little Fox Clubhouse
2645 N. Bridge Street
Yorkville, IL 60560
(331) 274-4173
Website | Facebook | Instagram
Little Fox Clubhouse is an excellent spot to host an unforgettable birthday bash for your little one. This cozy and inviting venue is specially designed for kids aged 6 and under. They provide a safe, clean, and nut-free environment for them to imagine, play, and have a blast on their big day.
Their party packages all include 2 hour private parties with the ability to bring your own food and customize with add-ons to suit your needs, creating a special and exclusive space where your child can celebrate with their closest friends and family. The best part? Their experienced staff takes care of all the nitty-gritty details from start to finish, ensuring a fantastic experience for everyone.
Say goodbye to the stress of party planning and let Little Fox Clubhouse turn your child’s birthday into a memorable and enjoyable celebration.
Playroom Café Two Birthday Parties
Playroom Café Two
2075 Calamos Court
Naperville, IL 60563
(630) 946-6879
Website | Instagram | Facebook
The unique and modern space at Playroom Café Two is the perfect backdrop for any party. Although they are closed for public play, they are open for private parties for up to 50 people!
They offer several different party packages to fit your needs, from open concept, to private room, to renting out the entire space! Their full service café and personal party hostess will ensure your party is stress free and more fun!
Party packages at Playroom Café Two include two hours in the party space and they take care of all of the details, from organic juice boxes for the kids to passion fruit iced tea and water for the adults. They even have themed and custom party decor available upon request. So leave the planning to them and enjoy your special day!
Playroom Café Birthday Parties
Playroom Café
141 Randhurst Village Drive
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(224) 318-2108
Website | Instagram | Facebook
Playroom Café in Mount Prospect is the perfect backdrop for any party!
This modern and unique space offers several different party packages too fit your needs, including open concept, private room, and renting the entire venue. Leave the planning to them and enjoy your special day! Playroom Café offers one-of-a-kind luxurious party decor and set up to make your day effortless and more enjoyable. Their full service café and personal party hostess will ensure your party is stress free and more fun! They can accommodate up to 200 people for private events.
For more information visit their website: www.playroomcafe.net/packages.
- Wonder Works Children’s Museum (Oak Park)
- Kids Empire (Villa Park)
- Bumblebee Cafe (Elgin)
- Ball Factory (Naperville)
- Kiddy Club (Aurora)
- Kids Town 2 (Bloomingdale)
- Luv 2 Play (Alsip)
- Nelly’s Playground (Wood Dale)
- Yu Kids Island (Schaumburg)
- Waterlemon (La Grange)
- Jumps n Giggles (Elk Grove)
- Playroom Cafe Two (Naperville)
Dancing, Tumbling, Gymnastics, and Ninja Parties
Birthday Parties at Jo’s Footwork Studio
Jo’s Footwork Studio
1500 Walker Street – 2nd Floor
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-6878
Website | Email | Facebook | Instagram
Birthday parties should be no stress and great fun! Jo’s Footwork Studio makes it simple. All parties include:
- Party dance room set up
- Tables, tablecloths, and chairs
- Balloons (with your favorite color or colors)
- Instructor and the party of your choice: Princess/Disney Theme, Dance Party, or HipHop Party
You provide the cake, the food (if you want), and the refreshments (they do the cleanup). Do you have an idea in mind for your special birthday party? Call or email them!
- Beyond the Stars Performing Arts Company (Willowbrook)
- BIG Gymnastics (Burr Ridge)
- DuPage Cheer & Power Tumbling (Carol Stream)
- Dynamic Perception Dance Company
- Evolve Dance Studio (Bolingbrook)
- Dynamos II Tumbling & Trampoline
- Elite Sports Complex (Downers Grove)
- Flying High Sports & Rec Center (Countryside)
- Expression Dance Studio (Westmont)
- Ninja Squad Gym (North Riverside)
- Miss Mickey’s Tiny Dancers (Lyons)
- Naperville Gymnastics Club (Naperville)
- Windy City Ninjas (Elmhurst)
- Ultimate Ninjas (Naperville)
Arts, Crafts and Hands-on Birthday Parties
- Ceramic Arts Cafe (La Grange)
- Color Me Mine (Burr Ridge, Geneva, Naperville, Schaumburg)
- Adorn 512 (Downers Grove)
- Bellossoms Custom Art Adventures (Aurora)
- Bottle & Bottega (La Grange, Park Ridge, Arlington Heights)
- The Painted Giraffe (Westmont)
- The Henn House (Burr Ridge)
- Magical Minds Studio (Oak Park)
- Elmhurst Art Museum (Elmhurst)
- Michaels (various locations)
- Lush (Oak Brook)
- RAD Canvas (Brookfield)
- Riverside Arts Center (Riverside)
- The Compassion Factory (Brookfield)
- Kids Science Labs (Wheaton)
Nature and Animal Parties
- Cantigny Park (Wheaton)
- Brookfield Zoo (Brookfield)
- Double J Riding Club (Countryside)
- Kinvarra Farm (St. Charles)
- Fitzjoy Farm Riding Academy (Palos Park)
- Cosley Zoo (Wheaton)
- The Morton Arboretum (Lisle)
- Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center (Hinsdale)
- Windridge Farm (Bolingbrook)
Ice Skating Rinks that Offer Birthday Parties
- All Seasons Ice Rinks (Naperville)
- Rocket Ice (Bolingbrook)
- Fifth Third Arena (Chicago)
- Addison Ice (Addison)
- Seven Bridges Ice Arena (Woodridge)
- Willowbrook Ice Arena (Willowbrook)
Pool Parties
- Aqua-Tots Swim School (Wheaton)
- Coral Cove (Carol Stream)
- Bear Paddle (Woodridge)
- Goldfish Swim School (Burr Ridge, Glen Ellyn)
- White Water Canyon (Tinley Park)
- Pelican Harbor (Bolingbrook)
- Superior Training (Willowbrook)
- Water Works (Schaumburg)
- Max Aquatics (McCook)
Bowling Parties
- Bowlero (Woodridge)
- Chicago Edge Skating (Darien)
- Stardust Bowl (Addison)
- Forest Lanes (Lyons)
- Round 1 (Aurora & North Riverside)
- Fox Bowl (Wheaton)
- Suburbanite Bowl (Westmont)
- St. Charles Bowl (St. Charles)
- Pinstripes (Oak Brook)
- Tivoli Bowl (Downers Grove)
- Parkside Lanes (Aurora)
- Kings Dining and Entertainment (Rosemont)
Birthday Parties at Sports Venues
- Chicagoland Raceway (Westmont)
- Kane County Cougars (Geneva)
- Stella’s Batting Cages (Lyons)
- Kids in Sports (Naperville)
- Sugar Creek Golf Course (Villa Park)
- Top Golf (Naperville)
- Compass Arena (Willowbrook)
Spa Parties
- Let Hair Go (Riverside)
- Lilies & Spikes, Kids Hair Salon & Spa (Oak Park)
- Milano Day Spa (Indian Head Park)
- Dolce Vita Day Spa (Westmont)
- Health Track Day Spa (Glen Ellyn)
- Ten Friends Blow Dry & Style House (Hinsdale, Naperville)
Birthday Parties Where Kids Bounce and Climb
- Altitude (Lombard)
- Get Air Trampoline Park (Lombard)
- JumpZone (Bolingbrook)
- Naperville Yard (Naperville)
- Westmont Yard (Westmont)
- Rocking Jump (Carol Stream)
- Sky Zone (Elmhurst, Aurora)
- The MAX – McCook Athletic & Exposition (McCook)
- Urban Air Adventure Park (Bloomingdale)
- Vertical Endeavors (Glendale Heights)
- FunFlatables (various locations)
Games, Arcades, Go-Karting, Paintball, and Laser Tag
- Accelerate Speedway (Mokena)
- Chuck E. Cheese’s (Darien, Villa Park)
- Chasers Laser Tag (Naperville)
- Enchanted Castle (Lombard)
- Funway Entertainment Center (Batavia)
- Astro Fun World (Aurora)
- Scrims Esports Gaming Center (Lisle)
- Galloping Ghost Arcade (Brookfield)
- Fox Paintball (Aurora, North Riverside)
- Lazer X (Addison)
- Main Event (Warrenville)
- K1 Speed (Addison)
- Paintball Explosion (East Dundee)
- The Game Show (Lombard)
- Whirlyball (Naperville)
- WickedBall (Lombard)
- Knockerball (Chicago)
- Round 1 (Aurora)
- Yetee Station (Aurora)
Birthday Party at a Movie Theater
- York Theatre (Elmhurst)
- La Grange Theater (La Grange)
- Studio Movie Grill (Wheaton)
- AMC Dine-In (Yorktown)
- Marcus Theatre (Addison)
Active Adventure Birthday Party Places
- Go Ape (Western Springs)
- Funtopia (Naperville)
- Raging Waves Waterpark (Yorkville)
- iFLY (Naperville, Rosemont)
- The Forge (Lemont)
Amusement Park Birthday Parties
- Six Flags Great America (Gurnee)
- Pirate’s Cove (Elk Grove Village)
- Safari Land (Villa Park)
- Santa’s Village Azoosment Park (East Dundee)
Birthday Party Places with Various Themes
- Bob James Magic & Curiosities (Lombard)
- Build-A-Bear Workshop (Oak Brook)
- Core Power Yoga (La Grange, Hinsdale, Elmhurst, Oak Park)
- DuPage County Historical Museum (Wheaton)
- FireZone (Schaumburg)
- Greater LaGrange YMCA (La Grange Park)
- Legoland Discovery Center (Schaumburg)
- My Gym (River Forest, Wheaton)
- YMCA (Glen Ellyn)
- Yorkfield Civic Center (Elmhurst)
Kids Party Entertainment and Traveling Parties
Want to have a party at home, but looking for someone to hire? Or already have a birthday party venue in mind and want to add some entertainment? There are great entertainers, traveling parties, and all-in-one party experts that will make your son or daughters party a success!
Sparkles Entertainment
Sparkles Entertainment
(708) 301-7991
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Sparkles Entertainment has been providing amazing magicians, caricature artists, creative balloonists, talented face painters, stilt walkers, jugglers, unicyclists, plus many more professional performers for over 20 years. Sparkles also can provide DJs, Photo Booths, Impersonators and comedians. Appearances are also available by Princesses, Monster High, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Superheroes and more! We were overjoyed to have them provide entertainment for the Kidlist Park Playdates this summer, including the magic show with animals, juggler, DJ with games, balloon artist, and tattoo artist.
Sparkles takes great pride in working with their clients — from creating a private gathering at your home, or a large corporate event — to make each event a truly unique experience. Sparkles can work to enhance your theme, or help you create one. They do the work so you can enjoy your event with your guests. Sparkles Entertainment is fully insured and looks forward to putting the “Sparkle” in your event!
Princess Party by MC
Princess Party by MC
(708) 278-0886
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Princess Party by MC is a family owned, mother-daughter team, that provides incredible attention to your child’s events. Their combined expertise in performing arts and party planning creates a truly magical experience. They bring the highest level of detail to their characters and princesses.
Bounce House Rental and Where to Rent Inflatables
- Adventure Party Rentals
- All Four Fun
- AMJ Spectacular Events (A Moon Jump 4U)
- Bounce Houses R Us
- Bounce My House
- Brent’s Bouncin Inflatables
- Chicago Jump Guy
- Chicago Moon Walks
- D&D Inflatables
- Dino Jump
- Fantasy World Entertainment
- The Fun Ones
- Funtime Services
- Happy Bouncers Party Rentals
- Jumpity Hoppity Bouncers
- Just Kiddin Around Party Rentals
- Kids 4 Jump
- Kidz Jump
- Lee’s Rental
- Party Rental el Cuate
- Rich’s House of Bounce Party Rentals
- White Bounce House IL
Want more information about these rental companies? Head to our list of Bounce House Rentals with locations, phone numbers, and details.
Party Decorations: Balloon Garlands and Specialty Party Decor
- 99 Haus Balloons
- A Balloon Creation
- Balloons by Gil
- Balloons by Laura
- Balloons by Tommy
- Balloons for Everything
- Beth’s Specialty Balloons
- Bubbly Lawn Party
- Chat-Tastic Balloons
- Chi Twist Balloon Art
- Float416
- Fringe Mama
- H & H Creations
- Kelly Balloons
- Luft Balloons
- Mommy’s Creative Universe
- Party Planning by Cortes
- Round Like Me Balloon Events
- Vision in Bloom
- Satin Chair
- The Balloon Factory
- Unique Balloon Decorating
Birthday Yard Signs
- Card My Yard (Lombard, Naperville, River Forest, Western Springs, Woodridge)
- Flamingo Surprise (Bensenville)
- Happy Lawn DeSIGNS (within 5 miles of Westchester)
- Satin Chair (Naperville)
- Sign Gypsies (Bloomingdale, Elmhurst, Schaumburg and more)
- Signs & Love (Downers Grove)
- Wheaton Yard Greeting (Wheaton)
- Yard Cards by A Couple of Clowns (Elmhurst and beyond)
Food Trucks
The following businesses offer food trucks, carts, or staff that prepares food on location.
- Cheesie’s
- Ofrenda
- Smokin’ BBQ Kitchen
- Taquizas Carreon
- Zaney Dogs
- Sugar Mama’s Mini Donuts
- Soul and Smoke
Ice Cream Trucks
- Chicago Ice Cream Truck
- Chicago Soft Serve Ice Cream Truck
- Danny Ice Cream Truck
- Ice Cream on Wheels
- Kona Ice
- Melody Ice Cream Truck Company
- Rainbow Cone
- Windy City Ice Cream
Cookie Decorating Kits
- 4 Brothers Baking (La Grange Park)
- Tate’s Ice Cream (La Grange)
- Kirschbaum’s Bakery (Western Springs)
- Smallcakes (Elmhurst)
- Lynn’s Cake Pops (Westchester)
- Kirsten’s Danish Bakery (Burr Ridge)
- Christine’s Cookie Jar (Wheaton) Currently not taking orders, see website for updates on availability.
- DeEtta’s Bakery (Naperville)
- D’s Treats (Bloomingdale)
- Cakes by Design (Bartlett)
- Deerfield’s Bakery (Deerfield)
Have any party options to add? Comment below or email Annie at annie@mykidlist.com. We are always on the hunt for more ways to make birthday parties special!
