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What Are The Best Birthday Party Places For Kids In Hoboken?

1. Just 4 Kids Salon 

Why We Like It: We love this salon for its extensive list of creative themes, like the Dashing Diva Party and the Mermaid Kids Beach Birthday Party, and for catering to girls and boys, so no one feels left out of the fun! For mixed groups, the salon offers themes like the Princess and Munster Party and the DJ Allstar Party. 

Each party includes a dedicated professional party coordinator and hostess for your special birthday princess or prince and their guests, as wells as two large pizzas, juice and water, paper plates, cups, and utensils. There are endless upgrade and add-on choices to create a one-of-a-kind birthday experience.
Best For Ages: 3-12
Type of Party: Manicures/pedicures, face-painting, hair styling (using all-natural hair coloring products), and temporary tattoos. 
Insider Tip: The website is a goldmine of information. Click around to find a list and description of all 14 party themes, including pictures, prices, and appropriate age groups. You can also see the prices for each party theme and the cost of each add-on. We love this because there is no guessing game when it comes to payment. Click here for a step-by-step guide to planning your party at Just4Kids. 

It's classic arcade fun when you throw a birthday party at Play! Photo courtesy of Play!

2. Play! Hoboken

Why We Like It: Play! Hoboken has a wide-variety of activities for kids who like it all. There’s a full arcade with air hockey tables, pinball machines, pool tables, and claw machines, which are play-to-win. There are also more than 400 board games.

For the older crowd, kids can choose to play with the golf simulators, ping pong tables, and mini bowling. The party room has foosball tables, arcade games, dart boards, and an overhead projector. As far as food goes, Play! Hoboken has an in-house menu and offers catered food from nearby restaurants. Free popcorn, bottled water, and fresh-baked cookies are provided.  
Best For Ages: 2-14
Type of Party: Different themed parties are available, such as eSports, bowling, Dungeons & Dragons, ping pong, and board games. 
Insider Tip: Click here to take a free tour before booking and see all that's on offer.

3. Puppetonia

Why We Like It: You won’t find any electronic distractions at Puppetopia. Young ones will be captivated by shop owner Carmen Rusu’s customized birthday party show featuring interactive stories told by various whimsical puppet characters, as well as music.

Parties are held at Symposia Bookstore, a local community book shop also owned by Rusu. Each child leaves with a book of their own and fuel for their imagination.
Best For Ages: 2-6
Type of Party: Puppet shows, story time, sing-alongs.

Kids can climb the walls, then enjoy a private party room at Gravity Vault. Photo courtesy of Gravity Vault

4. The Gravity Vault 

Why We Like It: Throw your adventurous kid a rock climbing party at this indoor facility in Hoboken. The Gravity Vault offers 25, 000 square feet of walls to climb. 

A Gravity Vault party includes an hour and a half of climbing and a half hour to celebrate in the party room. Different packages are available depending on your needs, but each party gets an instructor to show them the ropes. Adventurous kids ages 5+ can experience rock climbing, even if it’s their first time.
Best For Ages: 5+
Type of Party: Rock climbing, physical challenge, sports.

A party at Urban Jungle Play comes with full, private use of the facility. Photo courtesy of Urban Jungle Play

5. Urban Jungle Play

Why We Like It: Throw a party at this multi-sensory indoor kids’ activity center and sit back and relax in the lounge while the kids have a blast. The full 3,400-square-foot facility is all yours for the duration of the party. 

Urban Jungle Play offers party packages for multiple price points. Choose from the DIY Forest package, Jungle package, Amazon, or Roar package. 
Best For Ages: 18 months-5 years
Type of Party: Play center, activities. 
Insider Tip: Click here to scroll through the different themes, packages, add-ons, and food menu.

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6. Funzy Play

Why We Like It: For the younger crowd, Funzy hosts a memorable birthday. They will be wowed by the multi-level play area, slides, ball pit, and all of the foamy, soft toys and props.

You can choose between the basic, premium, or private party packages, depending on your budget and guest count. 

Best For Ages: 6 months-6 years
Type of Party: Indoor playground. 

Catch Air birthday parties are action-packed from start to finish! Photo courtesy of Catch Air 

7. Catch Air

Why We Like It: This indoor play center will keep your child entertained with all of Catch Air’s different activity zones in outer space, the jungle, or under the sea. Party animals will climb, slide, and jump with the birthday girl or boy while staying safe and contained, giving parents peace of mind. Kids will love the glowing lights and digital features.

Have a large squad? You can rent the entire facility before or after business hours, with a minimum of 20 children.
Best For Ages: 2-10
Type of Party: Action-packed play for boys and girls. 

8. Luna De Papel

Why We Like It: A party at Luna De Papel means unplugging from your digital devices and getting your hands messy. This adorable art studio hosts a variety of themed birthday parties for the creative kid. 

Parents will select an age-appropriate craft based on the chosen theme that will keep kids engaged throughout the party. Themes include Tie Dye, Halloween, Dinosaur, Safari, and much more. Each private event accommodates 10 children and includes personalized and handmade decorations. Add-ons include goodie bags, invitations, or an additional craft. 
Best For Ages: All ages
Type of Party: Art studio, craft-making. 

9. The Grit Academy

Why We Like It: Sugar them up and turn them loose in Grit Academy’s expansive Downtown Jersey City facility. Perfect for the high-energy, sports-loving kid, parents can opt for such themes as Ninja Warrior obstacle course, dodge ball, tug of War, Nerf Battle, and Parkour, to name a few. You have the whole place to yourself for the duration of the party.

Grit offers three birthday packages based on the number of guests and provides catering if desired. The biz can also bring the party to your house or an outdoor location of your choice! 
Best For Ages: 3-Teen
Type of Party: “Epic,” full-energy experiences including sports, games, and obstacles.