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Looking for unique birthday party ideas in Greenville? Here’s a list of venues who offer something just a little different. There are a variety of birthday options.

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For more birthday party options see the Kidding Around Greenville Guide to Birthday Parties in Greenville.

Greenville Drive

TITLE SPONSOR 864.240.4500 | 948 South Main Street, Greenville, SC


KABOOM First Place

2023 KABOOM Family Favorites First Place: Local Sports Team


Enjoy a Minor League Baseball game with the Greenville Drive at Fluor Field in Downtown Greenville. The Greenville Drive also offers special events and birthday party packages.

The Greenville Drive 2023 season begins in April!

Check out our 5 Tips for Visiting the Greenville Drive before catching a game! 

MOTIVE Movement

SPONSORED 864.775.4844 | 10 Webb Road, Greenville, SC

Want to party on a real ninja course designed by actual ninjas from the TV show?  MOTIVE offers the perfect party solution for kids ages five & up!  Our Ninja Room is equipped with classic obstacles like the jumping spider, warped wall, rings, balance obstacles, and more!  With identical racing lanes, kids can enjoy some friendly competition as they go head to head on teams.  They’ll also enjoy some free time in the Ninja Room before heading into the party room for cake, ice cream, pizza, presents, etc.  MOTIVE provides the space, tables, chairs, and ice – feel free to bring any food, décor, and paperware needed.

– $275 for 10 kids. Additional children for $10/each, up to 15 kids.
– 1 hour in the Ninja Room, 30 minutes in the Party Room.

Find out more!

Bright Kids Edutainment

SPONSORED 803.216.5063

bright kids birthday guide may 2023

Bright Kids Edutainment, LLC was created to “Illuminate Education and Entertainment in the Carolinas and Beyond.” We specialize in providing kid-friendly music and highly engaging entertainment at events for children and families. Our curated playlists are developed by our very own “DJ Pre-K”, and all music is screened to ensure it is appropriate for little ears to listen to.

DJ Pre-K is the face of Bright Kids Edutainment and a dedicated children’s DJ. His charismatic personality and energetic performances on the dance floor are sure to get your guests up and moving to the beat. Why stand behind a booth when you can Get the Party Started? While DJ Pre-K plays his tunes, he creates an engaging environment as he interacts with the crowd and facilitates the various party games that we offer.

Some of our packages include party lights, bubble machines, and yard games such as giant Jenga, giant Connect 4, Cornhole, and many more that are guaranteed to take your event to the next level! If you’re ready to Get the Party Started, DJ Pre-K is definitely the one to call! Let’s JAM!

The Children's Museum of the Upstate

SPONSORED 864.233.7755 | Two locations, Greenville & Spartanburg, SC

TCMU Birthday Guide Oct 2022
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate your child’s birthday? Celebrate at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate!
All birthday parties include:
  • Fully decorated, safe, & private party room
  • ALL DAY access to the museum for all guests
  • Dedicated party host to manage setup, cleanup, & facilitation
  • Cupcake for each child
  • Paper goods
  • Special TCMU gift bag for the birthday child
  • Activity add-ons for MORE fun
Birthday party packages are available at both TCMU locations in Greenville and Spartanburg. AFTER-HOURS parties are now available at both locations so you and your guests can enjoy the museum all to yourself! Visit tcmupstate.org/greenville/birthdays to learn more and book today.

Takeoff Mini Golf

SPONSORED | 28 Airport Road Ext, Greenville, SC

Takeoff Birthday Guide 2023

Need a new spot for a birthday party?  Come to Takeoff Mini Golf and watch planes from our shaded pavilion while you celebrate.

Would you rather fly the plane, we can do that too with our 30 minute discovery flight package!

Summer birthday, try our GLOW golf party and watch the balls light up at dusk while you play in the cooler temperatures!  Need a turn key party?  We can decorate too!

Check out all of our package options to find one that suits your needs.  All packages come with 10 passes of mini golf, 10 shaved ices, 10 bottles of water along with 1.5 hours of the pavilion.  Visit our website for booking options at takeoffminigolf.com.  We look forward to hosting your next party!

Group Therapy Pub & Playground

SPONSORED 864.284.4333 | 320 Falls Street Ste G, Greenville, SC

Group Therapy Birthday Guide 2023
Group Therapy is a pub and playground offering experiential entertainment and the first and only indoor venue to offer an 18 hole wacky mini golf course, ice curling, ping pong, axe throwing, and tons of backyard games.
Special event nights will bring karaoke, trivia, and even bingo back to the mainstream once again.
With specialty cocktails, a 30 tap self-serve beer wall, and tons of shareable menu options, Group Therapy is the premier destination for any birthday party, group outing, corporate event, team builder, bachelor (ette), or even first date.

Speed Factory Indoor Karting Greenville

864.412.3323 | 864.447.4000 | Two Locations, Greenville & Spartanburg, SC

Have a birthday child with a need for speed? Check out Speed Factory’s Grand Prix or Formula One racing packages.

Two locations:

Greenville: 1524 Roper Mountain Road, Greenville | 864.412.3323
Spartanburg: 130 East Daniel Morgan Avenue, Spartanburg | 864.447.4000

Servus VR Bar

864.509.1077 | 928 South Main Street, Greenville, SC

Offers a Virtual Reality arena, raceroom, VR escape games, birthday parties, corporate events, and more.

There are two birthday party bundle packages starting at $349
Packages range from 8 seats to 16 seats reserved.

Create A Cutie brings the fun to you! Kids get to pick a animal and stuff it using a stuffing machine. Perfect for any event!

Offers handmade yard art and balloon displays for birthdays and other special occasions.

Private painting parties are available, where Daydream Art brings the studio to you. All materials are provided. Request to sign up for a party with Daydream Art.

Upstate Pinball & Arcade Museum

864.881.1876 | 109A West Trade Street, Simpsonville, SC

Upstate Pinball & Arcade Museum in Simpsonville has some of the best games from the 80s and 90s. With over 50 games including pinball, Pac-man, and ice hockey foosball, you’re sure to have a blast. They also have birthday party options!

Making History

864.360.0659 | 1012 Westbrooke Lane, Easley, SC

“Make History” for your child this year with these unique, historically-themed birthday parties. From an explorer on the high seas to a colonial lady having tea – your child will love this experience!

Read our KAG story on Making History Parties.

Silly Bob’s Inflatables

864.346.4201

Offers a variety of bounce houses, inflatable water slides, games, and concessions for rent.

Challenge Island offers 1.5 hours of AMAZING party activities with your choice of themes and activities! Find out more at Challenge Island!

Offers a mobile gaming theater, backyard laser tag, interactive outdoor games, big movie screen, escape room, and they bring it all to you.

O-CHA Tea Bar Birthdays

864.283.6702 | 300 River Street, Greenville, SC

Tea parties for all ages.  Many themes to choose from including faeries, dress up, super heroes, hello kitty, etc.

Build-a-Bear

864.284.6432 | 700 Haywood Road, Greenville, SC

Children get to make and take home their own stuffed animal, available for 5 or more guests.

Learn about Build-a-Bear’s Count Your Candles program to receive a birthday bear for your age!

An hour presentation of around a dozen animals, includes fun and even some magic tricks.

SC Party Rentals

864.982.6796 | Greenville, Spartanburg, & more, , SC

SC Party Rentals can take care of all your party rental needs! They rent a range of:

  • Bounce houses,
  • Water slides,
  • Combo bounce houses & slides,
  • Yard games,
  • Interactive and carnival games,
  • Dunk tanks, and
  • More!

 

Arts in Motion

864.308.2882 | 401 E. Kennedy Street, Spartanburg, SC

Arts in Motion offers Dance and Play Birthday Parties with different themes. Contact the studio for more information.

Escape Artist Greenville

864.509.9305 | 209 East Stone Avenue, Greenville, SC

Multiple escape room options for all ages, including a cheerful Yuletide Magic option for families with younger children.

Check out our Kidding Around review of Escape Artists Greenville.

Selfie Me Please: A Selfie Museum

864.203.2498 | 7486 Augusta Road Suite B, Piedmont, SC

Celebrate your birthday at Self Me Please: A Selfie Museum!
The museum offers over 15+ fun selfie walls, along with arts and crafts to add your photos to.

Operated by two full-time firefighters, John and Travis, Big Red Party Truck offers fire truck-themed party packages for every occasion, including birthdays, business events, and even weddings. With “party like a firefighter” as their slogan, they don’t just bring a firetruck but they bring a party.

The Oasis Ranch

864.539.2848 | 170 Hackberry Lane, Seneca, SC

The Oasis Ranch is a one-of-a-kind mini-golf course that includes 18 holes, as well as botanical gardens, water features, koi ponds, and event space. Birthday party rental includes use of a dining room and patio.

Breakout Games

864.326.0190 | 614 North Main Street, Greenville, SC

Multiple escape room options for all ages include 8 options. Some escape rooms can accommodate groups of 10+ people.

Model Trains Station

864.605.7979 | 250 Mill Street, Suite BL1250, Taylors, SC

Large party room. Room rental includes full access to the train displays and a children’s play area. Check out their website for details.

Wildlife Geeks combines animals, wildlife conservation, and adventure. They bring a variety of mammals, reptiles, and amphibians and make your child the star of the show! Fully licensed and insured.

Jump into the world of inflated fun from bounce houses to wet/dry slides to carnival games & concessions. Perfect for all events & special occasions!

Stone Pin Company

864.412.7228 | 304 E Stone Avenue, Greenville, SC

Boutique bowling alley located near downtown Greenville, offers six bowling alleys, dining and bar,
If requesting reservations, a 3-lane minimum is required.
Rates are $24 – $40/hr depending on the time of day/day of the week.

Birthday Parties: Private or semi-private party rentals are available. Contact the venue for specific rates.

Greenville County Rec

864.288.6470 | Multiple Locations, Upstate, SC

All-inclusive and exclusive (and awesome) options: 3 Waterparks to choose from, Ice Skating at Pavilion in Taylors SC, Bounce House, zip lining, and more, or a party at Pleasant Ridge.

Upcountry History Museum

864.467.3100 | 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC

The Upcountry History Museum offers unique birthday parties for kids of all ages!

From inflatables to carnival games, fun foods to dunk tanks, they deliver throughout the Carolinas specializing in birthday parties, school carnivals, church events, company picnics and more.

Clemson Tigers Baseball

| 310 Perimeter Road, Clemson, SC

Offers birthday packages for baseball games.
Packages include 10 tickets, 10 $5 concession vouchers, reserved seating with tables, videoboard birthday recognition, birthday goodie bag, and the Coach’s autograph.

Foothills Fencing Academy

864.593.3684 | 1004 Piedmont Hwy, Piedmont, SC

Interactive birthday parties for kids and adults. Come learn fencing through fun and games while celebrating your birthday! Learn basic techniques then get geared up to duel.

Code Ninjas

864.920.2633 | 1099 East Butler Road, Greenville, SC

Birthday parties for your STEM-loving kids. Build and play video games and robotics while celebrating. Code Ninjas provides decorations, party favors, food, and refreshments.

Greenville Game On

864.626.6100 | 1164 North Pleasantburg Drive , Greenville, SC

Offers both video game lounge parties and video game truck parties.

Lounge parties start at $250 for 10 players for 1.5 hours
Game Truck parties start at $250 and require a $100 deposit. Mileage fees are also charged.

Bricks and Minifigs

864.214.1566 | 1054 East Butler Road Suite C, Greenville, SC

Bricks and Minifigs offers hosted LEGO themed birthday parties 6 days per week. Contact the store directly for pricing information.

Tumblebus Greenville brings the party to you with a mobile facility that features padded walls and floors, a climate-controlled atmosphere, tumbling and climbing equipment, monkey bars, trampoline, rings, balance beam, swings, slides, trapeze, silks, climb and slide mountain, and more!

Greenville Gemstone Mine

864.283.6300 | 864.509.1119 | Two locations, Greenville, SC

Kids enjoy their very own mining expedition, all equipment supplied. Add-ons are available.

Greenville Gemstone Mine has two locations, with one in the Haywood Mall and another on Main Street in Downtown Greenville.
864.283.6300 (Downtown)
864.509.1119 (Haywood Mall)