Are you looking for cheap places to have a birthday party for your child? We’ve got some great ideas for insanely cheap kids’ birthday party places that will be perfect for any budget.
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Hosting a birthday party for your child is very exciting but also can add up really quick. Whether you are on a tight budget, or just trying to save some money, it can be challenging to plan a birthday party. Of course, we want our kids to have the most memorable and fantastic birthday.
Luckily, there are quite a few birthday party locations that allow you to have a super fun birthday for very little to no cost! So, let’s chat about inexpensive birthday party places and the best places to have a party on a budget!
20+ Insanely Cheap Places To Have A Birthday Party
This list includes places that are free and some that are on the lower-budget site.
1. Lake/Beach Birthday Party
If you live close to a beach or lake, hosting a party there in the spring or summer time is a great option. They usually have wooden tables and chairs there, so all you need to bring is food and drinks. In case there aren’t any tables, make it a little picnic party in the sand or grass.
Our local lake lets us reserve tables for free and offers a playground for the kids, so they will have a blast swimming in the like or climbing the monkey bars with their friends.
2. Park Birthday Party
Another great and FREE birthday party location is a local park in your area. If you want to host a larger party with friends and family, this is a great place to do it, as most parks have plenty of space. All you have to bring is the food for your guests, maybe some decorations and the kids can entertain themselves on the playground equipment.
3. Picnic Birthday Party
My kids love picnics and it’s such a great, simple, yet fun birthday party idea. Pack up some blankets, and some finger food like sandwiches and wraps, and head to a nice public lawn, park, or beach. Even easier, have everyone bring a snack or appetizer to share. The kids can run wild, while the adults can sit on the grass and enjoy a nice summer day. Clean-up is very easy, and there really isn’t much prep included for this simple and easy birthday idea.
4. Birthday Party At Home
If you want to save on the party venue fees, having a birthday party at home, is a great alternative, especially if the weather isn’t nice and going outdoors to a park or beach isn’t an option. In case you have a small space, try to keep the guest list small and decorate your house with a few balloons and streamers, cook up some food, and enjoy not having to go anywhere. I’m sure your kids will love having their friends over, eating cake, and playing games.
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5. Mini Golf Birthday Party
Having your next party at a mini golf place would be so much fun for the entire family! Many mini-golf places offer birthday packages that include admission, a private area for the party, food and drink tickets, and sometimes games and goodie bags. If you are having a larger party, this would be a great option. Of course, you could also opt out of a full birthday package and just pay for the admission, and have fun playing with family and friends.
6. Bowling Alley Birthday Party
Bowling Alleys are a great option for having a birthday party for your child. Most of them offer great birthday packages that include food, drinks, games, and shoe rentals. If your child’s birthday is during the colder months, this could be a great and affordable indoor option.
7. Local Zoo Birthday Party
This is the best way to throw a birthday party for a kid that loves animals. All you have to do is pay admission tickets for your guests, and if you want the food and drinks. You could also purchase everything inside the zoo, which will probably be more expensive, but the Zoo is public, therefore no rental fee is required to use their chairs and tables. Most Zoo’s have picnic areas, that are perfect for hosting a little party with friends.
8. Ice Skating Birthday Party
If your child’s birthday is during the colder months, a birthday party at the ice skating ring is the perfect location. Ice skating birthday parties are very affordable as most places offer public skating for a nominal fee, and maybe they offer a room where you can cut the cake and have some snacks with your guests.
9. Birthday Party At The Firehouse
There are many Firehouses that offer kids birthday parties, some even having different packages, that will allow the kids to ride the firetrucks. Then there are firehouses where you can solely have a room to host the party in, in exchange for a donation. You could even just book a Firehouse tour, and then take your kids somewhere close for cake or lunch. I know this would be a great birthday idea for a child that loves firetrucks!
10. Public Pool Birthday Party
If your child has a summer birthday, having a pool party at a local public pool would be a great option. Most swimming pools offer birthday packages that include admission for the guests, and a private area where you can all hang out after everyone is done swimming.
In case you don’t want to spend money on the package they offer, you could just invite some friends to come hang out for a swim, and bring some snacks, drinks, and cake.
11. Birthday Party at the Library
If your child loves reading and spending time in the library, hosting your party at your local library would be a great and affordable option. Most libraries have a lot of activities for the kids such as story time, crafts, and games.
12. Indoor Playground Birthday Party
Indoor playground birthday parties are a great alternative for colder months. Kids can run around and have a ton of fun with their friends. Most indoor playgrounds offer different party packages, and if you are a smaller group it can be an affordable option. It tends to get more expensive, the bigger your group is. If you have a bit more room in your budget, they offer great packages, where food, drinks, and a private room are included, so you don’t have to worry about catering for your guests.
13. Birthday Party at a Local Church
If you are looking to just rent a space/room to have your child’s birthday party, you may want to check out your local church. Many churches have rooms that aren’t used during the week or on weekends. For a small donation, they will provide you with a room to host your party in, and it is a great affordable option if you do not have the space in your own home. Bring your own decoration, food, and cake, and enjoy a fun day.
14. Birthday Party at a Community Center
Another affordable option for a birthday party is a recreation or community center. You can rent a room for a small fee and usually, they have kitchens available where you can store your food, that you can bring in. Most of them also offer games, table tennis, and some sort of gym for the little ones. Great place for letting the kids run around and has enough space to host a big at least 20+ people.
15. Splash Pad Birthday Party
On a hot day, the splash pad would be a great place to have a party. Most of them are totally free and all you have to do is bring some food, snacks, and drinks for your guests. You can use the tables that are there to set up the party and decorate with a few balloons. Just make sure to come early and reserve enough tables. The kids will have a blast!
16. Trampoline Park Birthday Party
Trampoline Parks aren’t the cheapest option for a birthday party, but if you are in need of a last-minute indoor location, they are a good option. With lots of open space for kids to run around, everyone will have a great time.
17. Birthday at a Bakery
A lot of smaller bakeries offer kids’ party packages now. All you have to do is bring the kiddos and they will provide the fun and make homemade cookies, or cakes with them. This would be an ideal option for older kids, who only want to invite a few friends to spend an afternoon baking. This is a super cute birthday location, and prices aren’t too bad either.
18. Laser Tag Birthday Party
Laser Tag is such a fun activity and will tire out the whole birthday crew. Make sure to book ahead, as these places tend to book up fast.
19. Birthday Party at a local museum
If your child loves museums, this is another great option for a birthday party location. Celebrate a special day with exploration, learning, and plenty of cake. A Museum is a unique venue for kids’ birthday parties—perfect for curious children and their friends and families. There’s plenty to do to keep guests busy, from exploring the exhibitions to learning about all different kinds of topics.
20. Birthday Party at a Friends House
If you don’t have enough space in your own home, maybe ask a friend if you could use their backyard for a small birthday party. This would be free and you could provide all the food, drinks and decoration. I’m sure your friends would be happy
21. Farm Birthday Party
Imagine your family and friends, spending a day on the farm! Make your kid’s birthday unique by spending time at the farm visiting the animals or doing other fun activities! A lot of smaller farms offer birthday packages, but if you want to just visit the animals and enjoy some snacks, bring some food and drinks and hang out while the kids run around and look at the animals.
I hope this post inspired you with some new ideas for cheap places and venues for your kid’s birthday party. If you can think of any other great and affordable birthday party locations feel free to leave a comment below.
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