Where Kids love to Celebrate their Birthday – Party Planning for Parents in Lansing
The spectrum of Birthday party planning in Lansing spans from free and chill to elaborate and epic.
I love this about our city because no matter what you’re looking for or how much you want to spend, there’s something amazing for your kiddo’s birthday party making it a day they’ll remember when they’re our ages.
This birthday party list includes Indoor, outdoor, play, active/sports, themed, and free options.
So, let’s get to planning shall week?!
Featured Places to Have a Birthday Party
Kids Party Spots in Okemos
Launch Lansing is the Premier Family Entertainment Venue in Mid-Michigan.
With over 32K sq. ft. of attractions, we are sure to put smiles on faces of all ages. Our awesome 15K sq. ft. of trampolines include dodgeball, battle pit, challenger course, and our signature Launch Pad.
In addition to the trampolines, Launch Lansing features a 25+ game arcade, Fury Laser Tag, an escape room, and the Krave Café' making made-to-order pizzas and lots of other delicious food and drink selections.
With private party rooms and easy to select B-Day Packages, Launch Lansing host the BEST.BIRTHDAY.EVER!
Testimonial
Booked my son’s sixth birthday party and we loved it. The staff was attentive, helpful and friendly. Definitely recommend and will be back!
Raquel PPrivate Room! Private Party Host! The Pizza Was Actually Really Good! Online Booking Was Easy To Use. Highly Recommend!!!
Lauren L
GOOD FOR: Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Tween, Middle School, High School
AGES: 1-75
OFFERINGS: Toddler Birthday Parties, Indoor Birthday Parties, Party Space Rental, Birthday Entertainment, Birthday Party Rentals
Full List of Birthday Party Planning Options in Greater Lansing
Prices and times often change – contact each location for $ details, packages, and options as you plan.
| Annie Kathryn Hair + Bridal Studio 701 E South St, Lansing, MI 48910 | Have your child’s birthday party in a fun and beautiful salon in REO Town. |
| Al!ve Charlotte 800 W Lawrence Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813 | Two hours of your choice of activities like rock climbing, treehouse, basketball, and more! |
| Birchfield Park 881 Grovenburg Rd, Holt, MI 48842 | What’s the best thing to do during winter birthday parties? Go sledding! Birchfield has such a great set up and it’s just $2 for a tube! If you’re looking for a fun winter party this is a go-to option! |
| Bull’s Eye Axe Throwing 3232 S Washington Ave, Lansing, MI 48910 | This is a great teen or older kid party option. |
| Chuck E Cheese 5451 L, W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917 | A birthday classic: pizza, arcade games. |
| DEFY 820 S Waverly Rd, Lansing, MI 48917 | Jump the day away! |
| East Lansing Aquatic Center 6400 Abbot Rd #1422, East Lansing, MI 48823 | *Temporarily closed 2021* Give the kids an amazing day and have an area designated for your groups celebrating needs. |
| Edru Skate 1891 N Cedar St, Holt, MI 48842 | Rollerskating, arcade, and the #chickendance |
| Fenner Nature Center 2020 E Mt Hope Ave, Lansing, MI 48910 | A fun and educational party in one. Choose from outdoor or indoor options. |
| Fun Tyme Adventure Parks 6295 E Saginaw Hwy, Grand Ledge, MI 48837 | All-ages fun here with go-karts, batting cages, and mini-golf. They offer different packages and options. |
| Goldfish Swim School 5135 Times Square Dr Suite B, Okemos, MI 48864 | Swimming birthday party options. |
| Harris Nature Center 3998 Van Atta Rd, Okemos, MI 48864 | 2 hour themed parties with a guided nature walk. |
| Hawk Island 1601 E Cavanaugh Rd, Lansing, MI 48910 | Party all year long at their Snow park or Water Park. |
| High Caliber 1982 W Grand River Rd Suite 800, Okemos, MI 48864 | Indoor go-karts, race simulators, ax throwing, and more! |
| Impression 5 200 Museum Dr, Lansing, MI 48933 | Play in the museum, make slime, and celebrate in a private room. |
| Jumpin’ Jax 1475 Lake Lansing Rd, Lansing, MI 48912 | The largest inflatables play area in town. |
| Lansing Lugnuts 505 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912 | Celebrate your birthday with Big Lug! Catch a game, play on the playground and more. |
| Launch 1982 W Grand River Rd, Meridian Charter Township, MI 48864 | |
| The MAC 2900 Hannah Blvd, East Lansing, MI 48823 | Pools, fun, and party options galore! Check out their overnight fun. |
| Michigan Historic Museum 702 W Kalamazoo St, Lansing, MI 48915 | Who knew history could be so fun! Party downtown in this beautiful and fun History center. |
| MSU Museum 409 W Circle Dr, East Lansing, MI 48823 | **Reopening in September 2021** Their staff takes great care to give kids a fun and interactive experience. |
| Parks & Playgrounds | You can reserve spots at almost any park on this list or just arrive and plan to set up camp at an available spot. Each park is unique and offers something party-memorable. If your kid loves swimming, Lake Lansing and Hawk Island are perfect! If your kid loves playgrounds, Wisswasser and Patriarch parks are epic…the list goes on, and choosing is the hardest part. |
| Potter Park Zoo 1301 S Pennsylvania Ave, Lansing, MI 48912 | Dinosaur and Savannah Themed Party Packages. An epic day of fun at the zoo awaits! |
| Preuss Pets 1127 N Cedar St, Lansing, MI 48906 | Have a unique and amazing party with their basic and themed options. |
| Reach Art Studio 1804 S Washington Ave, Lansing, MI 48910 | Get creative with this fun, artistic, and unique way to celebrate. |
| Suburban Ice 2810 Hannah Blvd, East Lansing, MI 48823 | No matter the time of year, ice skating is always a blast! |
| Sundance Riding Stables 9250 Nixon Rd, Grand Ledge, MI 48837 | I mean…who can resist a pony party, right!? |
| Uncle John’s Cider Mill 8614 NORTH, 8614 US-127, St Johns, MI 48879 | Treats and fun galore! Jumping pillow, hayrides, and more. |
| Water Parks and Area Beaches | Hold your birthday party at the beach or splash pad, for endless hours of FREE fun! |
| Woldumar Nature Center 5739 Old Lansing Rd, Lansing, MI 48917 | Enjoy a theme-based program with one of their naturalists. |
| YMCA 3700 Old Lansing Rd, Lansing, MI 48917 2306 Haslett Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823 900 Long Blvd, Lansing, MI 48911 | Let the YMCA take the stress away with their party planning options. |
| Zap Zone/Springz 936 Mall Dr E, Lansing, MI 48917 | Endless hours of fun – Jumping, Playing Glow Golf, Arcade, Laser Tag, and more! |
Pictures of Birthday Party Options
Do you have a Birthday Party Place We should Add to Our List?
We are better together! What should we add to our list that you’ve been to and found amazing?
Or, if you’re a business and you offer a birthday party option and you’re not on our list, please contact bekah@lansingfamilyfun.com.
Have a blast at your next party, Lansing!
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