Everyone loves birthday parties, and what better way to surprise your child, than to have their party someplace special and unique. Give them and their friends something to talk about until you choose a different place next year.
Always call ahead, and check with each location to find out if anything has changed, because policies and prices do change.
CHUCK E. CHEESE
905 44th Avenue West
Bradenton, FL 34207
Phone: (941) 752-4448
Hours:
Sunday through Thursday - 9:00am to 10:00pm
Friday through Saturday - 9:00am to 11:00pm
Birthday parties at Chuck E. Cheese are always nice. They do all the work and you relax. If you want to add something extra to the party, they now offer buffalo wings, a veggie and sandwich platter and a wonderful cake made with Hershey's.
Birthday Star Packages - $11.94 Per Person
• Reserved table for 90 minutes
• You get a dedicated host or hostess
• Each child gets 2 slices of one-topping pizza
• Each child gets unlimited refills on soda
• Each child gets 20 game tokens
• Birthday child gets 100 tickets
• limited edition medallion for the birthday star
• Birthday child gets to star in a show with Chuck E. Cheese
• Birthday child gets bouquet of Foil Balloons/Chuck E. lunch box
Super Star Upgrade - $16.49 Per Person
• Reserved table for 90 minutes
• You get a dedicated host or hostess
• Each child gets 2 slices of one-topping pizza
• Each child gets unlimited refills on soda
• Each child gets additional tokens worth $3.00 (32 total)
• Each child gets 20 game tokens
• Each child gets a goody bag
• Each child gets a 3D souvenir cup
• Birthday child gets a Chuck E. Cheese plush
• Birthday child gets 100 tickets
• Birthday child gets limited edition medallion
• Birthday child gets to star in a show with Chuck E. Cheese
• Birthday child gets bouquet of Foil Balloons/Chuck E. lunch box
(Tax Not Included)
Birthday Party Specials: (Super Sunday Double Token Birthdays)
If you book a party on Sunday, each child will receive twice the tokens shown for each party package. (Limited time offer, participating locations only. Check with you location.)
Reserve A Party:
If you reserve Monday through Thursday for your birthday party, there is no time limit for your table, and each child receives a total of $7 worth of tokens in the Basic Party Package. (This does not include school holidays).
FLORIDA WHEELS SKATING CENTER
3611 3rd Street West
Bradenton, FL 34205
Phone: (941) 747-8603 or 747-8602
Hours:
Saturday - 10:00am to Noon and 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Sunday - 5:00pm to 7:00pm and 7:30 to 9:30pm
This is a nice setting to hold a birthday party for young ones and teens. The best of two worlds is being combined into one. Skating and a birthday party!
If this is where you plan to hold your party, then don't bring any food or drinks from outside. The only thing you are allowed to bring to the party is a birthday cake, candles and your child's guest.
You must make a $50 deposit within 24 hours of making your reservation. Parents that don't skate can get in free, but all children must pay, regardless if they skate or not. There is no gum allowed, no smoking and you can't wear a hat inside.
Deluxe Birthday Party Package - $129.00
• Scheduled for open Saturday afternoon & evening public sessions
• A reserved table for 2 hours
• You get complete table setting
• For birthday child and 9 of his guests
• Each additional over 10 is $12.99
• Each person gets one slice of pizza
• While at the table, you get unlimited soda
• Each person gets glow sticks
• Each person gets 80 Game Tokens
Ultimate Party Package - $159.99
• Scheduled for open Saturday afternoon & evening public sessions
• A reserved table for 2 hours
• You get complete table setting
• For birthday child and 9 of his guests
• Each additional over 10 is $15.99
• Each person gets two slices of pizza
• While at the table, you get unlimited soda
• Each person gets a free pass
• Each person gets a party favor bag
• Each person gets glow sticks
• Each person gets 100 Game Tokens
• You get 200 redemption tickets
• Birthday child gets to enter the Fun Money Machine
• $50 non refundable deposit
Self Server Birthday Party - $75 for 10 children
• This price covers admission and rental of the skates
• It also includes a table, plates and cups for 30 minutes
• The birthday child gets a special gift
• The birthday child gets a trip to the Fun Machine
• You get a small soda
Private 2 Hour Parties - $275 for building rental
• You get 2 hours for up to 30 skaters
• You get 3 pizzas
• You get 6 pitchers of soda
• You get a snack basket
• You get the game room
• There is computerized music
• $150 Non refundable and non transferable deposit is required
A Roller Roo appearance is $25 extra
Weekends - you need to call for times that are available
Private Parties For Larger Groups - $300 building rental
• You get 2 hours of reserved time
• You get 2 hours of roller skating and in-line skating
• The snack bar is opened on request or order ala carte items
• The pizza is $12 and a pitcher of soda is $4.00
• Special appearance by Roller Roo upon request!
• You get a live D.J.
• $150 deposit is required to secure your reservation
Friday Evening Parties for Tweens and Teens - $159
• The price is for the birthday person and 7 guests
• You get 2 hours of reserved seating
• 2 slices of Pizza
• Unlimited Soda at the Party Table
• Free Admission pass for each guest
• Glow Stick for each guest
• The birthday person gets to DJ 1 segment and pick the songs
• They also choose the dedication, lighting and announces it
• The time is from 7:30pm to 11:00pm
• $50 non refundable deposit required
Tax Is Not Included
Call (941) 747-8602 for reservations and information
LAKEWOOD RANCH CINEMAS
10715 Rodeo Drive
Bradenton, FL 34202
Phone: (941) 955-3456
This is giving new meaning to a movie and dinner. How about a movie and a party, with popcorn and soda. Your child and friends will love this idea. What a convenient way to hold a party.
Reservation For Birthday Parties - $15 per person
• Fifteen people minimum
• You get a party room
• The outside patio is also available
• You get a kiddie combo
• You get admission to a movie
• You get a popcorn popping demonstration
• You get a tour of the projection booth
• And it is handicap accessible
Contact: Nancy Grundy (941) 955-3456 x2004
BRADENTON LANES
4208 Cortez Road
Bradenton, FL 34210
Phone: (941) 758-8838
Hours:
Monday - 9:00am to 10:00pm
Tuesday and Friday through Saturday - 9:00am to 1:00am
Wednesday through Thursday - 9:00am to 12:00am
Sunday - 9:00am to 11:00pm
This is a unique way to have a child's birthday party. True it would mostly be for children who are old enough to bowl, but little ones with parents can enjoy it too. All you have to do is sit back, relax and have a good time with the kids, and Bradenton Lanes will handle everything for you.
Choose the birthday party package that fits in with your needs and budget. You may even want to consider choosing the one that comes with an authentic bowling pin that is signed by everyone at the party. Call for information at (941) 758-8838.
Birthday Party Package
• Party supplies
• Food
• Drinks
• Bowling
• Bowling shoes
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
2000 Cortez Road West
Bradenton, FL 34207
phone: (941) 756-0043
Hours:
Sunday through Saturday - 9:00am to 11:00pm
Birthday parties at Smugglers Cove are idea. It's great because children of all ages will enjoy this. You have a choice of areas to hold your party, like the gazebo and the tiki areas. Imagine having a party among a tropical setting of waterfalls, waterways, caves and pirate ships.
All the areas used for parties is automatically reserved for a maximum of two hours. If you need more time, please let them know when you make reservations.
Base Party Package - $12.99 per person
• You get ice cream and soft drink
• You get to play 18 holes of golf
Pizza Package - $16.99 per person
• You get two slices of pizza
• You get ice cream and soft drink
• You get to play 18 holes of golf
Important Information
• Party reservations are on a first come, first serve basis
• Minimum size of the party is 10 people
• Add $2.25 per person for the gator experience
• Each person will receive a bag of gator food
• $50 deposit to reserve your date is required
• All parties must be booked in advance with the course manager
• $40 for each additional half hour
• Pizza package in Bradenton, Sarasota and Indian Shores only
• Birthday child gets gift certificate for free round of golf for another day.
Tax Not Included
FLORIDA GULF COAST RAILROAD MUSEUM
12210 83rd Street East
Parrish, FL 34219
Phone: (941) 776-0906
Hours:
Saturday and Sunday - 11:00am to 2:00pm
Who doesn't like trains? What an amazing way to have a birthday party for your child and his friends. If you decide to use the Florida Gulf Coast Railroad Museum for your next birthday bash, you get to use their caboose.
This is where the parties are held. It can seat up to 16 passengers on the upper and lower level, but for more information on reserving the caboose for your birthday party, and any other information, please call them at: (941) 776-0906.
SARASOTA JUNGLE GARDENS
3701 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota, FL 34234
Phone: (941) 355-1112
Hours:
Sunday through Saturday - 10:00am to to 5:00pm
Closed Christmas and Thanksgiving
Jungle Gardens is an excellent place to hold your child's birthday party. You must have at least 10 or more paying guest if you want to qualify for group or discounted rates, but you have to pay the entire amount, and make reservations if you want this discount.
They provide the location, and you bring the party decorations and food. If you bring your food, please don't bring any glass items or containers. This is for the safety of the animals. Also make sure your food is squirrel and seagull proof.
If you would rather not bring your food, then you have the option of buying everyone a discounted lunch at the Flamingo Café. The price is $5, and you have your choice of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, a hot dog, a roast beef, ham or turkey sandwich with American cheese.
The sandwiches all come with a bag of chips, a small fountain drink, and are made on either white or wheat bread. If this is your choice, please place your reservation a week ahead in case the prices change.
Your child and his friends can enjoy themselves by playing at the Kiddie Jungle Playground, where there is a train, tiger swings, a haunted tree, a slide and much more.
You can't use your discount pass for birthday parties, and you will need to give them a list of the guest on the day of the party. That way, they can charge you correctly, and payment must be paid when you check in.
Make it a memorable occasion and include an animal presentation for the birthday child and friends. They will get an up close and personal look at the animals, as the keepers bring them to each table.
You can choose from an iguana, an alligator, a hedgehog, different size snakes and birds, a ferret and even hissing cockroaches. Please check, because animals are subject to change, and may be substituted if necessary.
• One animal for 15 minutes - $25.00
• Two animals for 30 minutes - $50.00
• Birthday Child - Free
• Adult - $12.00
• Child (3 to 12) - $8.00
• Children 2 and under - Free
Contact Chris, Group Coordinator at 941-355-1112 ext. 313
G.WIZ - THE SCIENCE MUSEUM
The Blivas Science & Technology Center
1001 Boulevard of the Arts
Sarasota, FL 34236
Phone: (941) 309-GWIZ
Fax: (941) 906-7292
Hours:
Saturday: G.WIZ Hours: 10:00am to 5:00pm
Birthday Hours: 11:30am to 1:30pm and 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Sunday: G.WIZ Hours: 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Birthday Hours: 1:00pm to 3:00pm and 2:00pm to 4:00pm
What an interesting place to have a birthday party. G.WIZ is a science museum, where your child and guest can party while interacting the exhibits. This would be a fun day for your child.
If this is the place for your next birthday party, then remember that security and safety purposes, children have to be with an adult. There must be one adult for every five children ages 1 to 4 years old, and there must be one adult for ten children ages 5 to 18 years old.
Birthday Party Package
• You receive party invitations and thank you notes
• You have access to a private birthday room that holds 30 people
• There is 2 hours of rental time
• A G.WIZ staff member will help you
• You receive tablecloths, cups, plates, utensils, and napkins
• You receive personalized party place mats
• You get access to over 85 interactive exhibits
• You get access to live animals in their habitat
• Each child that confirms will receive balloons
• The birthday child gets a G.WIZ gift
Price
• Members $250
• Non-Members $300
• Over 30 guest you pay $6 for each addition child and adult • Each
additional hour pass the 2 hours you receive is $50
Birthday Party Themes
• Mad Scientist Party (for ages 6 and up)
• The Critter Show (for ages 3 and up)
• Fishy Facts (for ages 3 to 5)
• Super Kites n' Flight (for ages 7 and up)
• Dino Dynamics (for ages 6 and up)
Items To Bring To The Party
• Your birthday cake
• The ice and drinks
• The snacks
• Your food
Order Food And Have It Delivered To Party
(Have Food Delivered To)
G.WIZ
1001 Blvd of the Arts
Sarasota, Fl 34236
• Ricco's - (941) 358-9958
• Papa John's - (941) 952-9966
• Domino's - (941) 351-2563
• Patellini's - (941) 957-6433
• Hungry Howie's - (941) 351-8656
G.WIZ Gift Shop Party Accents - (941) 309-4949 ext.112
• Customized favor bags
• Gift Registry
• Gift Certificates
Reservations
Deanna (941) 309-4949 ext. 119
Monday through Friday - 8:30am to 4:30pm
NOTE: Parties do not include admission to special touring exhibits that require separate admission.
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