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Thinkery is an Austin museum of hands-on, play-based learning, with exhibits like the outdoor rope Climber and Currents. Indoor parties include an hour in a private party space, same-day admission for up to 30, swag for the birthday child and staff help with setup and cleanup, while outdoor parties get two hours in the shaded Play Yard. Fun for all ages.
Austin Zoo is a rustic rescue zoo with a zoo train, daily zookeeper chats and a feeding area for goats, sheep and llamas. Party packages for up to 20 include admission, two hours in a party venue, an Animal Experience Presentation, invitations, goodie bags, animal feed bags and a return zoo pass for each child. Great for kids of all ages.
The Original Pinballz Arcade in Austin mixes rare classics and vintage pinball machines with modern arcade games and redemption prizes. Every birthday package includes 1.5 hours in a reserved party space with a party host, plus game play, bonus tickets, soft drinks and a goodie bag for each guest, with pizza in the larger packages. Packages suit all ages and group sizes.
Urban Air Austin's lineup includes a Warrior Course, ropes course, climbing walls, Battle Beam, dodgeball, the Drop Zone and the Tubes Indoor Playground. Every party includes tickets, Adventure Socks, a reserved table with a shared party host, setup and cleanup, and All Day Play after the two-hour party, with upgrades to a private room or VIP suite. Built for active kids.
Peter Pan Mini-Golf has been a family-owned Austin staple since 1948, at the corner of Barton Springs and Lamar. Birthday groups that coordinate ahead get 1.5 hours of reserved table space at no charge, can bring outside food, cake, balloons and small decorations, and can have the guest of honor's name shown on the marquee. An easygoing outing for families.
Chaparral Ice is the Northcross Center rink home to the only publicly accessible NHL-regulation ice in Austin, with public skating, Learn to Skate, hockey and camps. Its birthday packages and catering options cover everything from balloons and tables to skates and introductory lessons, with parties held during Public Skate hours. A cool choice for kids eager to try the ice.
Near The Domain, K1 Speed Austin races electric karts on an 11-turn indoor track and adds an arcade with billiards and air hockey. Its Junior Mini Grand Prix includes two 12-lap races, an hour of reserved seating, a food and drink package, an arcade card per racer, and a podium ceremony with medals. Junior karts suit racers 48 inches and taller.
On Research Boulevard, Dave & Buster's Austin pairs a sports bar and restaurant with an arcade of racing games, shooters, air hockey and basketball. Dave & Buster's kids birthday packages bring kid-friendly food, unlimited fountain drinks and Power Cards for every guest, plus unlimited video game play and a Power Tap Band for the birthday child, and staff clean up afterward.
Pins & Wheels at Playland has been a family-owned Austin original since 1974, with roller skating, bowling, axe throwing, Vel-Throw, an arcade and karaoke. Skating party packages include skate rental for 10 kids, two hours at a reserved table with unlimited skating, pizza, ice cream, drinks, game cards and a gift for the guest of honor. Vel-Throw suits younger kids.
The Escape Game Austin runs 60-minute escape rooms on multi-room sets in downtown Austin, with unlimited hints and games for all ages and skill levels. Birthday groups of six or more get a private room, a dedicated game guide, birthday crowns for everyone, a party favor for each child and a souvenir picture. Family-friendly for kids, teens and adults.