Indoor birthday party places in Westchester come in clutch when it isn't park or pool weather. Plus, they do the setting up (and cleaning up) for you. 

One downside of big party places, though, is that parties are often scheduled too close together, and you can your guests can wind up feeling rushed. Thankfully, there are lots of local party places in Westchester and the Hudson Valley that offer a fun and unique experience for kids, and not the same canned, timed party experience. I’ve put together a list of indoor birthday party places suitable for a variety of ages and interests, from preschoolers to tweens and teens. 

I’m intentionally leaving off the list “big-box” chain party places like Chuck E Cheese, Billy Beez, and Dave & Buster’s, and instead focusing on local places that offer a more unique experience. At many of these venues, kids can continue playing even after the party time is up.

Looking for even more options? Check out our full Party Planning Guide for Westchester Families.

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What Are the Best Indoor Birthday Party Places for Kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley?

There are tons of great places to host a birthday party in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for kids of all ages. That said, toddler and teen parties are the most difficult, and for completely different reasons. For toddlers, I have listed venues that include helpers and controlled environments, like sensory and soft play spaces, that are geared toward babies and toddlers only, so that everyone has fun and doesn't get hurt. For teens, I have included more high-adrenaline options, like rock climbing and VR adventures, that don't feel baby-ish. 

For elementary-age kids, there are lots of options, but we have tried to include the venues that provide the most fun experience as well as the best party hosts. I was surprised at my son's 10th birthday party when most parents dropped off their kids and left, but apparently, this is a growing trend. Thankfully, I had a good party host who kept the kids occupied. 

I have also scouted the most affordable options in the area, as well as some that are worth splurging on, so there is something to fit every budget. 

Which Indoor Birthday Party Places Are Best for Toddlers and Preschoolers in Westchester and the Hudson Valley?

1. Tiny Mess Club – Pleasantville 

This sensory-friendly space in Pleasantville is a bit of a splurge, but it is the perfect place to have a party for younger kids because the space itself and all the activities are geared toward kids ages 0-6. Kids can play in a variety of sensory bins designed to match the theme of your choice. Parties include decorations, pizza, and two Tiny Mess employees to help out during the party. The venue asks that you bring cupcakes, and you can also bring additional decorations if you want. Definitely book way in advance, because parties are only offered on Saturdays, and the slots fill up fast. The price is $800 for up to 15 kids. Additional kids are $40 each, with a maximum of 20.

2. Cloudbound – New Rochelle 

For those looking to try something new, this brand-new play space designed specifically for babies and toddlers offers birthday parties for ages 0-6, where kids can enjoy two hours of play in the castles and rainbow slides, followed by a celebration in a private party room. Pizza or waffles, grip socks, and even invitations are provided. You just have to bring the cake. A dedicated host sets up, serves, sings "Happy Birthday,: and cleans everything. The price is $600 for 10 kids and $30 for each additional kid.

3. Studio B Dance Center – Eastchester

Even the youngest dancers can celebrate a birthday at this full-service dance studio in Eastchester, which hosts parties for kids starting at 2 years old. There are fun props, including hula hoops and bean bags, glow sticks, and more. Hoping to go the homemade route for food? Totally possible, as is ordering pizza. Prices start at $350 for up to 10 kids.

4. Westchester Gymnastics – Hawthorne

Gymnasts will love a party at this full-service studio in Hawthorne. Parties run for just under two hours and are great for kids as young as 2 years old. Along with tons of action in the gym—including obstacle courses and more—kids get 45 minutes in the party room. Print your own invites off the website, too. The price is $300 for the first 10 participants, $15 for each additional participant.

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5. No Limit Ninja Yonkers – Yonkers

At No Limit Ninja Yonkers, which is one of the largest ninja gyms in the tri-state area, kids ages 4 and up can conquer three challenging obstacle courses seen in popular ninja competitions! Adrenaline-fueled birthday party packages are available, featuring access to a private party room, pizza, cake, and more. Packages start at $699 for 13 kids, plus $30 for each additional kid. Discounts are available for members.

6. Achieve Martial Arts – Scarsdale and Yonkers

Kids can find an inner martial artist at this studio, which has locations in Scarsdale and Yonkers. Parties feature everything from a private lesson to relay races—and even a chance to break a board. Pricing varies.

7. ROAMFurther Athletics – Mount Kisco

Celebrate with a high-energy, coach-led athletic experience, plus exclusive use of ROAM's unique training facility. Skilled coaches create parkour- and ninja-based obstacle challenges for kids of all ages and abilities, followed by time in the dedicated party room. Decorate however you'd like and socialize over coffee, tea, and locally sourced baked goods from the in-house specialty coffee shop. Pricing varies.

8. Sportime USA – Ardsley

There’s a party theme for everyone at this event space, including superhero, dance, laser tag, arts & crafts, and more. What’s great for parents is that a lot of amenities are included, like pizza, drinks, arcade play, and time on the bumper cars. Prices start at $585.00 for up to 10 participants, plus $43.95 per additional participant.

9. Sky Zone – Mount Kisco and Yonkers

Jump for joy for the birthday boy or girl at Sky Zone, an indoor trampoline park. Parties are from one to two hours and include jump time. There are different packages depending on location and party size. For example, the largest package includes pizza and drinks, plus gifts of water bottles and stickers for partygoers. You can also opt to bring your own cake and outside food. (There's a fee to do this with the cheapest package.) Prices range from $330 to $480 for 10 jumpers.

10. Magical Movements – Harrison

Choose from a wide range of themes and music—Frozen, Moana, pajama party, hip hop, party favorites, just to name a few—for your party at this dance studio in Harrison. Parties run roughly two hours and include full use of the studio, pizza, and an instructor, plus props, costumes, and more. Prices start at $500 for up to 12 children.

11. D.I.Y. Slime – Larchmont

Get your slime on at this fun venue, where kids can make their own slime, with styles ranging from mermaid slime to buried treasure slime. Parties are for up to 15 kids, ages 7 and older, and if your child is born from May to September, you can opt for a backyard version of the party. In-shop parties start at $550 for up to 15 slime-makers.

12. Stew Leonard's – Yonkers 

Yes, this is a popular option. Packages are for 10 kids (although you can have as many as 25) ages 2+ and include all the classic must-haves such as face painting, games, ice cream, pizza, and cake. Choose from various themed packages—like Make Your Own Pizza, Dance Party, and more—all of which include a craft. The price is $429 for 10 kids, $35 each additional child.

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13. K-1 Go Karts – Mount Kisco

Perfect for kids, tweens, and teens, this go-kart hot spot is available for racing parties and additional activities like arcade play or virtual reality. Packages include pizza and drinks, too. Or, you can go a different route with a ninja course party or a bowling party, both of which offer pizza, drinks, and other fun activities.

14. The Rock Club – New Rochelle

Climb to new heights—literally—with an indoor rock climbing party at The Rock Club at Pine Brook Fitness. Go with the Classic package, where you can score climbing time, with add-on options, like doing a black light climb. If you want to include pizza, opt for the Pizza Party package. 

15. Westchester Skating Academy – Elmsford

What says winter more than ice skating? The package at this mid-Westchester rink includes rentals, ice time, paper goods, pizza, juice, and time in the party room. Parties are at specified times, always on Saturdays and Sundays. 

16. The Edge VR – Croton on Hudson

The Edge VR hosts VR adventure parties for kids ages 8 and older that include a private 2.5-hour time block in the Experience Center, plus time for food and cake. Party guests choose from Free Roam multiplayer VR games, with choices including exciting team missions, The Smurfs! Kids’ toy adventures, fun zombie battles, and more! Parties are for groups of 8 to 12 and are $44.95 per player. Food, cake, and beverages must be provided. Decorations can be added for $20 per party.

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17. The Play Place – Elmsford

This is as close to a playground as you can get without having to brave the cold. Pick from a few different party packages, each of which gives kids time on the Adventure Playground – think slides, climbing, and more. Most parties run for 90 minutes, and you can also add on a bounce house, if you'd like. The venue now also offers the option of a fully private party, so no one else will be using the facility when your party is there. The cheapest package is a weekday party for toddlers under 4 at $199 for 8 kids. 

18. Fun Max – Wappingers Falls

I can’t say enough about this venue. I had my son’s 9th birthday party here, and all the kids had an amazing time. Parties are semi-structured: The party host takes the kids around to all the fun play areas, including the giant play structures, ball pits, trampolines, and ninja course. But after the party, the kids can continue to play as long as they want. The cheapest package is the weekday party package at $325.00 for the first 10 kids.

19. Legoland Discovery Center – Yonkers

If your kid loves all things Lego, a party at Legoland Discovery Center at Ridge Hill in Yonkers is a great choice. Along with a wristband that gives kids access to the center, the Single Room Birthday Package includes the chance for kids to make their own Lego project, plus pizza, drinks, paper goods, and special items for the birthday kid. Guests can stay post-party for as long as they want, too. That package is for 20 kids, but you can upgrade to the Double Room Party Package if you have upwards of 40 friends. And don’t worry about having to find invites—you can print them out straight from the Legoland website. Prices are $38.99 per person. 

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20. Flowerbake by Angela – Bronxville

A party at this local bakery is worth the splurge because kids can have the unique experience of making their own treats while having fun with their friends. Budding bakers can choose from two party packages at Flowerbake—one for baking cupcakes and the other for baking cakes. Packages are for 12 kids (though you can go up to 20, for an extra fee) and include cake, pizza, paper goods, balloons, and a box for guests to bring home their goodies. The package for 12 kids is as follows: $950 for a cupcake party and $1,050 for a cake party.

21. Glam Beauty Bar – Larchmont

Who doesn’t want to be pampered on their birthday? At Glam Beauty Bar in Larchmont, even preschoolers can get in on the fun. The Princess for a Day package is designed for ages 3 to 6 and includes dress-up, manicures, makeup, and curls. Ages 6 and older also get colored hair extensions, plus manicures and makeup. Teens and tweens can go all out with airbrush makeup, music, and a photo shoot. Parties are for groups of six-to-eight kids, and pizza, drinks, and paper goods are included for all ages. Packages start at $700.

22. Shake it Off – Scarsdale

This favorite local dance studio and events venue offers awesome birthday parties for kids ages toddlers to tweens with tons of fun options. A party here is worth the splurge because of the huge selection of great activities to choose from. Packages include bounce house/dance parties, karaoke, crafting, and glow dance parties, science/STEM parties, and even build-your-own-stuffie parties. Pizza is included for kids with all parties, but you can order extra for the adults, and cupcakes or cake pops can be catered by Shake it Off. Mini-parties start at $625, and their Big Birthday Bash party, where you rent out the whole place, is $1,650.

What Should Parents Know Before Booking an Indoor Birthday Party Place in Westchester and the Hudson Valley?

• Most venues allow you to bring your own cake and food, but make sure to check the venue's requirements.
• It is impossible to know exactly how many guests will show up, even if they have RSVP’d. I’ve always ended up with extra food and cake after parties because I don’t want to take the chance of not having enough. But definitely request that guests RSVP to the invitation so that you can give the venue an estimate of how many to expect.
• Most party places will handle the cleanup after the party, but you will have to set up and pack up any stuff you bring yourself. However, some will take care of everything so that you don’t even have to bring anything. Check and confirm exactly what the venue provides in advance.
• It’s hard to know how long kids will want to keep playing, which is why timed parties are difficult. Some of the indoor playgrounds, like Fun Max and Legoland Discovery Center, allow the guests to keep playing for free after the party is over.
• Be aware of how comfortable your kid is with noise levels and sensory overload. If kids tend to get overstimulated, try a more low-key option like an art party or a slime-making party.
• The colder months are generally more popular for indoor parties, so be mindful of that when making reservations. Weekends also tend to sell out fast.

FAQ About Birthday Party Venues in Westchester

Q: What is the best age for an indoor birthday party venue?
A: There are great indoor party venues for all ages in Westchester and the Hudson Valley, from toddlers to teens. You just have to pick based on your kid’s individual interests.  
Q: How much do indoor kids' birthday parties cost in Westchester and the Hudson Valley?
A: Parties average around $400 for 10 to 12 kids. Some venues offer deals on weekday parties or mini-party options with fewer perks.
Q: Are indoor birthday party places worth it?
A: I feel that the indoor party places we have listed are worth the price because the kids get to have a fun and unique experience, and you don’t have to do any of the cleaning up afterward.
Q: What’s the easiest birthday party venue for parents?
A: My favorite easy venues are Flowerbake by Angela and No Limit Ninja Yonkers because they literally provide everything, including the cake.
Q: Can you bring your own food and cake to birthday party places in Westchester and the Hudson Valley?
A: Yes. In fact, some party places require you to bring your own cake, while others will provide it. Check what options are offered, but usually bringing your own food/cake is allowed.
Q: How far in advance should you book an indoor birthday party in Westchester and the Hudson Valley?
A: Try to book 6-8 weeks in advance, especially if your party is on the weekend. Remember to order the cake at least 2 weeks in advance, too, especially if your kid wants a special design or custom job. 

A version of this post was originally published in 2017. It was updated in March 2024.

Photos courtesy of the venues