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NYC Indoor Birthday Party Places for Sports and Games

1. Fastbreak Sports – Upper East Side

With encouragement from enthusiastic coaches, kids ages 3 and up can enjoy a range of activities here, from bounce houses to team sports like soccer, floor hockey, and dodgeball. Each party includes a host to assist with planning and execution and a pair of coaches to keep the kids safe and engaged. Choose from popular themes like Pokemon, Hello Kitty, Batman, and more. The space has also just added some new fun, including bumper cars and a silent disco.

2. Homage Skateboard Academy – Gowanus, Brooklyn

This indoor skateboarding facility, designed and built by world-class skatepark builders Push Parks, allows partygoers of any ability level to learn, practice, and have fun. Coaches are on hand to teach the basics of riding on flat ground, plus tricks and how to skate obstacles. Basic party packages include 1 1/2 hours of private skatepark time for up to eight skaters, plus time for cake afterward. A cool add-on includes a pro photo and video package with 30 high-definition photos and video clips.

3. Chelsea Piers – Chelsea and Prospect Heights

Both locations of this popular spot offer plenty of room to party for all ages. Preschoolers can get all their wiggles out in the toddler gym, while kids ages 5 and older can choose from soccer, basketball, rock climbing, and gymnastics. With swimming options and lots of party themes and activities to enjoy, including gymnastics and a ninja warrior course, these gyms truly have something for everyone.

Action-Packed Kids Birthday Party Places in NYC

4. Max Adventures – Marine Park, Brooklyn

If you're looking for an indoor party place where you don't have to share the space, look no further. This two-floor 7,000-square-foot indoor amusement center hosts completely private parties for kids and teens. The facility features plenty of attractions that'll keep kids entertained, including a laser maze, a soft play gym, arcades, a beach ball pit, a toddler bouncy house, a Magic Mirror photo booth, virtual reality, and axe-throwing for all ages. Parents won't feel left out when they see their lounge complete with luxury massage chairs.

5. Urban Air – Sunset Park, Brooklyn

With a climbing hill, basketball hoops, a ropes course, bowling, bumper cars, dodgeball, and more, Urban Air is more than just a trampoline park. All parties include a tablecloth and runner, party favor scratch-offs, setup and cleanup, and the most important part: access to all-day play.

6. Area 53 – Williamsburg

If you're planning a party for an older child, this huge warehouse-like space complete with a ropes course, climbing wall, roller rink, a ninja warrior course, laser maze, battle beam, skeeball, pool, foosball, air hockey, and slides, may fit the bill. A small area with swings and Imagination Playground blocks is available to keep toddlers busy. All parties have a 10-player minimum and a 3-hour duration and come with a basic party room.

7. Kids 'N Shape – Queens and Staten Island

While bouncy houses are the main feature here, this family-owned spot offers other features, including a zip line, an obstacle course, a basketball and soccer court, ball and foam pits, and more. Sit-down time includes pizza, drinks, balloons, ice cream cake, and pizza for the kids. The birthday child and adults are always free, and parties are 100% private.

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The Intrepid Museum offers birthday parties for up to 30 guests. 

Indoor Birthday Parties at Museums in NYC

8. Intrepid Museum – Midtown West

Although not technically 100 percent indoors, this huge aircraft carrier has plenty of inside space available for stellar birthday parties. Packages include admission to the museum for up to 30 guests, two party hosts (one in costume), a themed interactive tour, and a ride in the XD simulator. Add-ons include extended party hours, a private room, additional party hosts, and party platters for adult guests.

9. New York City Transit Museum – Downtown Brooklyn

Recommended for children ages 7-12, this immersive and interactive party guides kids as they embark on a quest to assist a stranded time traveler in repairing their malfunctioning time machine. As they explore vintage subway cars and navigate the decommissioned subway station-turned-museum, party-goers work together to solve puzzles and uncover hidden clues that bring 100 years of transit history to life. Led by a costumed character and museum facilitators, this unique party experience entertains kids and adults.

10. Brooklyn Children's Museum – Crown Heights

NYC's oldest children's museum offers plenty of options for super fun birthday parties for kids of all ages. Party space rentals include private indoor spaces for 25-50 people. All packages include free admission, a dedicated birthday space, and unlimited access to the exhibits. Fun add-ons like animal meet-and-greets, scavenger hunts, and even private movie screenings are also available.

NYC Indoor Birthday Party Places for Gymnastics and Dance

11. Broadway Dance Center – Midtown West

Little dancers can enjoy this large dance space for a themed dance class and games led by seasoned teachers. Choose from themes, including tiny dancers, uptown funk, Broadway stars, and more. Parties are 90 minutes (one-hour themed dance class, plus 30-minute party time) for up to 15 guests and include a professional dance instructor and assistant, setup and cleanup staff, balloons and decorations, and paper products.

12. Ms. J's Gymnastics & Dance – Williamsburg and Greenpoint

This local gym, which has been serving North Brooklyn for more than a decade, hosts parties where kids can tumble, flip, slide, jump, and climb under the supervision of professional instructors. All parties include themed free play supervised by coaches, 30 minutes in a party room, and basic tableware. Choose from add-ons like a gymnastics, ninja, or silks class, goodie bags, and a bouncy house.

13. Jodi's Gym – Upper East Side

Get this 5,000-square-foot state-of-the-art gym all to yourself where kids can bounce, balance on beams, roll, tumble, and flip. Parents have peace of mind knowing that friendly, safety-certified staff supervises kids from beginning to end. Staff also take care of set up, serving, and clean up. All packages include an hour of gym time and 30 minutes for cake, pizza, soda, and paper products.

NYC Kids Birthday Party Places for Crafts, Dress-Up, and Baking

14. Taste Buds Kitchen – Chelsea

Cooks of all skill levels love getting hands-on at this fully stocked teaching kitchen. Ages 3-17 can enjoy 1 1/2 and 2-hour birthday parties in a private kitchen studio. Friendly instructors are on hand to guide and teach budding chefs. The kitchen handles the decor and snacks, and the birthday kid gets a special gift.

15. The Painted Pot – Park Slope

Aspiring artists love customizing this popular studio's large selection of unpainted sculptures on the party shelves to satisfy any child’s interest, including figurines, boxes, mugs, banks, bowls, and more. Party themes include ceramics and canvas painting, and clay hand-modeling.

16. Let's Dress Up – Upper East Side

Children are transported into the world of make-believe at these birthday parties, including costume dress-up play complete with tiaras, jewels, high heels, knight costumes, capes, and all the accompanying accessories. The signature party includes a costume dress-up for 14 children, followed by a tea party served on real china place settings. Additional themes include mermaids, Frozen, Barbie, unicorns, fairies, Taylor Swift, and more.

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