CAKES/ FINGER FOOD
• Bruster’s Ice Cream & Yogurt: 272-7369, 6835 Vaughn Road. Select from 8” round cake or 9x12 cake Choose ice cream and one of the cake flavors. Pick a rich middle layer of fudge or caramel. All cakes are “iced” with fresh vanilla ice cream. For pies, choose from fresh ice cream over a thick, rich layer of fudge, caramel, marshmallow, or your favorite topping. All in your choice of Oreo or Graham Cracker Crust. We also have pies available.
• Cake Designs: 288-6900, 3651 Debby Dr. in LeCroy Village. Specialty cakes all with professional decorating. Specialize in children’s birthday parties. Closed on Sunday and Monday.
• Dairy Queen: 244-9490, 6120 Atlanta Hwy. Chocolate and vanilla ice cream, and chocolate crunch. 8” round $18.99, 10” round $20.99, sheet cakes $29.99. All can be personalized at no additional charge.
• Great American Cookie Co. at Eastchase:
356-8111, 7048 Eastchase Pkwy. Choose from 16” round for $23.99, and large Rectangular for $31.99.
• ICBY: 271-5944, 4339 Atlanta Hwy. Birthday Pies made of any flavor yogurt. You may choose from various decorations and designs. $12.95 for 8” pie
• Liger’s Bakery: 288-6550, 3040 McGehee Rd. Open Monday - Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday, 6:30 a.m. - 4p.m. Any flavor birthday cake, round or sheet, decorated with flowers, fruit, etc. We also have cookies, cupcakes and sandwiches available. Cake prices start at $21.99 and up.
• Marble Slab Creamery: 395-7522, 7929 Vaughn Road in Festival Plaza. Over 40 super premium flavors of ice cream and yogurt pies and cakes. Make any event memorable with our catering service. Prices are small round $20.95, large round $25.95 and sheet cake $29.95
• Original Great American Cookie Co: 271-1900, Eastdale Mall. Up to 13 different varieties of cookies: Mini $12.99, 12” round $18.99, 16” round $23.99, sheet cookie $32.99. $3 extra for art work.
Entertainment
• AAA Professional Sound & Video: 396-7746, More than 20 years experience. Largest DJ company in this area, offering a wide variety of sights and sounds. Mobile DJ systems, light shows, big screen videos and karaoke for parties, weddings, company events, reunions, etc. Please call for rates.
• Big Green Bus: The Big Green Bus brings the party to you! The Big Green Bus is a school bus that has been converted into a safe and fun preschool gymnastics facility. Many elements of gymnastics are combined into one fun filled hour on board the Big Green Bus! Our party includes a zip-line, tumbling mats, monkey bar, rock wall, slides, tunnels, beam, bar, vault, rings, parachute games, and more! We will introduce your child to the wild and crazy world of gymnastics. We will bring an inflatable moon bounce at no extra charge. The birthday child will receive a Big Green Bus shirt! Goody bags are included in the prices. To schedule your party, please call Amber Holley at 334-324-4628, or visit our website at www.biggymbus.com.
• DJ at Large: 260-9732. Offers a variety of music plus karaoke and light shows for your child’s party. Video parties with 8 or 12 ft. screens and popular videos. Bubble parties offered as well. We can also provide the building for the party for an extra charge. Provides age appropriate music and will censor music to your discretion. Please call for pricing. “We put you first.” Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Website: www.DJatLarge.com.
• Dream Ponies: 334-328-2286,We make dreams come true. Not only are we fantastic for parties and events, we also offer riding lessons! Lesson are now available for children 5 years old and above. Contact Frances Brown.
• Dynamite Magic & Balloons: 270-1234, Visit www.dynamitemagic&balloons.com. Helium tank rentals (varying prices and sizes). Balloon decorations. Costumed characters available. Please visit our website to see the characters we have to offer. Characters do a 20 minute show with several songs and deliver balloons. Magic & clown Shows available.
• Fontaine Entertainment: 514-4457. Visit www.fontaineentertainment.com. “We are serious about your fun.” Offer DJ sound, light shows, karaoke, balloon decorations and theme decorations for birthday parties, corporate events, civic events, weddings, etc. Three hr. minimum.
• K & S DJ Services: 361-5161. WebSite: www.kns-djservice.com Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Over 20 years experience offering entertainment music, interactive games and party props for all ages. 2 disc jockeys for every party/ event. Call for more details.
• The Party Planner: 272-0351 or 202-0450, Cheryl Freeman. (See details under Party Planners)
• Party Ponies by Renfroe & Daughters: Call Bonnie Renfroe at 280-3001. Invite Party Ponies to come to your home for very special birthday entertainment.
• RockStar Parties and Events: Gina Brewer, 399-6962. DJ and Staged events. Stage and lights available. Available for any type of event. Visit us on facebook under RockStar Parties & Events
• Smada Quest Party Express: 334-356-7801. “We Bring the Party to You.” We specialize in parties for children and provide services for birthday parties, day care centers, schools, family reunions, churches, vacation Bible schools, community events and more.... Please visit us at www.smadaquest.com for more information.
• Trent McFarland ~ Cowboy: 558-3809. Professional rodeo cowboy with Old Yeller (famous dog) and Blue Rocket (gentle horse) offers guaranteed fun and entertainment for all ages with trick and fancy roping, whip-cracking bull whips, horse rides, and cowboy piñata. Available for birthday parties and all occasions. Ask about our special birthday party favors.
Equipment, Game Rentals
• Arrow Rents: 277-0463, 5600 Calmar Dr., Montgomery. Tents, tables, chairs, carnival equipment, fans, and bounce rides. All sorts of themed decor, balloons, helium tanks, and more. Provide great selection and even better prices. “Your one stop party shop.”
• Brendle Rentals: 279-7368, 485 N. East Blvd. Party supplies. Inflatable jumping units: (space walk). Whale obstacle course (50 ft. long inflatable course with slides). Obstacle courses and other rides, carnival games, slide ,bungee run, tents and train. We setup at City parks and provide insurance. Website: www.brendlerents.com.
• Moonwalk Montgomery: 277-2351. Moonwalks, Giant slides, Interactive inflatable, Obstacle Courses, Rides, Rock-Climbing wall, mechanical bull and much, much more. Rentals for special events. Please visit www.moonwalkofmontgomery.com.
• Playtime Rentals: 356-4888 or 285-5444. We have a huge selection of bounce houses, slides and jumpers for your party. Call for rates and dates. Please visit www.playtimeinc.org
• Space Walk of Montgomery: 334-273-0204, What do you want to celebrate today? Set ups for Birthday Parties, Daycare Events, Community/civic Events, School Carnivals and Sporting Events. We offer inflatable Space Walks, Water Slides, Obstacle Courses, Combos, and much more.
• The Spacewalker, Allen Bowen: 546-8116. We are a locally owned family business. We have a variety of moon walks, slides, games, slide combos, obstacle courses, giant water slides, inflatable tents and inflatable rock climbing wall. We also rent tables, tents, generators, chairs and concession machines. Costume characters are also available: Clowns, Alvin, Diego, Mickey Mouse, Sponge Bob, Dora, Elmo and Spiderman. We now offer balloons. We offer monthly specials. Please visit our website at www.thespacewalker.com . “You supply the people, we supply the fun.”
Limousines
• Touch of Class Limousine: 284-2673. Carry up to 14 passengers at a time. Can pick up kids and ride them around or take them for pizza, etc. and then back home. These limos have all the extras for a fun time - red carpet, DVD for movies, a Birthday sign! Call for details.
Decorations, Paper Goods, Invitations
• Arrow Rents: 277-0463, 5600 Calmar Dr., Montgomery. All sorts of theme decor, balloons, helium tanks, and more. We provide a better selection. “Your one stop party shop.”
• Brendle Rentals: 260-5568, 485 North Eastern Bypass, Montgomery’s Oldest Party Supply Store. Balloons, piñatas, party goods. Decorating themes available are fish, luau, western, fiestas, firemen, iridescent heart, gymnastics, ballerina, smiley face, train, patriotic, and sports. Party favors and birthday bags now available.
• Capital City Copy Shop: 279-8820, 2701 Poplar St. Invitations printed. Printing, copying, pick up, delivery, fax services available.
• Creative Printing: 281-1315, 3675 Debby Dr. (LeCroy Village) Everything is custom made for that extra special birthday.
• Discount Printing: 285-6348, 2310 Wall St., Millbrook. Invitations printed. Numerous prints to choose from.
• FedEx Office: 277-1477, 2240 East Blvd. in Promenade North. Full color banners and our custom design and print. Website: www.fedex.com.
• Jo’s Hallmark: 271-0539, 7842 Vaughn Rd. (on the corner of Vaughn and Taylor Rd) Paper/party goods, gifts, invitations, and an assortment of cards.
• Kwik KopyShop: 244-0444, 4148 Carmichael Rd. Print custom invitations. Wide variety of designer invitations for theme parties such as pool, slumber, tea, zoo, carousel, western, bowling, skating, dancing, etc. 8 1/2 x 11 designed papers are available for you to do it yourself. Fast turn around.
• The Paper Lady: 391-4629, Specializing in reasonably priced invitations, birth announcements, calling cards, thank you notes and more. Also an authorized Sweet Pea Designs dealer. To view the full selection of papers visit www.thepaperlady.net.
• Party City: 409-0901, 2095 Eastern Blvd. A one-stop party store that provides a wide selection of merchandise at everyday low prices. Discounts up to 50% off party ensembles.
• Sunday Dinner: 272-7000, 5455 Atlanta Hwy. Plates, cups, chafing dishes, large quantity food items. Open Sunday thru Monday.
Party Planners
• Academy Events and Catering: 318-3047, 203 Orline St., Wetumpka. Our goal is to exceed our customers expectations. Our specialties are our cakes and floral. Let us cater your special events.
• The Party Planner: 202-0450, Cheryl Freeman. “Specializing in making memories for your children.” Have a character of your choice share their fairy tale come true through story and song. One hour of live entertainment. Character sings birthday wishes for the cake cutting and poses for individual photographs. Provides an individualized party plan and memory gift for your birthday child. Additional services available such as personalized invitations and elaborate extras for that once-in-a-lifetime party. Choose from: various princesses, A Professor of Wizardry, Fashion model, Karate Kid, An adorable little fairy, Army man, Lescott the Pirate, and others. Join us for a “fairy”bration, a stroll down a yellow bricked road, an education in wizardry, and adventure in a wonderland, a sweet retreat in candyland, so Vomonos, Let’s Go! Additional areas of professional planning also include: the Fairy Tale Festival for the Younger at Heart, Elegant Tea parties, Just a “touch of class”, The BIG “who knows” Birthday Extravaganza, Anniversary Celebrations and Mystery Dinners for Adults. Call for rates and dates.
• Personal Touch Wedding and Catering: 279-6279, 9920 Wares Ferry Rd. Complete party planning. Call for more information.
Unique Gifts for Kids and Adults
• Alabama Shakespeare Festival Gift Shop: 271-5358, Blount Cultural Park. Theatre-related gifts. Open during performance hours, one hour prior to show and through intermission. Contact box office for show times. 271-5353.
• Barb’s on Mulberry: 269-BARB (2272), 1923 Mulberry Street. Will personalize lots of gift items. Choose from a wide variety of unique and personalized gifts. Closed on Mondays. We now do birthday parties. Call for more details or visit our website at www.barbsonmulberry.com.
• Capitol City Comics: 215-3335, 7933 Vaughn Rd. (Festival Plaza). Large selection of comics, gaming cards, and statues. Military and college student discounts.
• Comics and Cards Trading Post: 272-1787, 7968Vaughn Rd. Located in the Sturbridge Plaza. Talk with Jim or Jason for your comics or sports trading cards needs.
• Jo’s Hallmark: 271-0539. 7842 Vaughn Rd (Shopping center on the corner of Vaughn and Taylor Rd). Large selection of Birthday cards, wrapping paper, frames, unique gifts, collectibles, and fine accessories.
• Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts Gift Shop: 244-5763. Blount Cultural Park. You will find a wide assortment of unique gifts for that special someone.
• My Kids Attic: 270-1456, 401 Coliseum Blvd. Eastbrook Shopping Center. We offer something for the everything in your life. Specialty gifts, home décor, candles, jewelry, pewter, children’s couture, vinyl and monogrammed gifts. Please visit us on facebook at The Shoppes of My Kids Attic.
• Old Alabama Town Gift Shop: 240-4500, 301 Columbus St. Regional and old-fashioned gift items.
• Periwinkles: 277-3570, 8189 Vaughn Road. Make your gift decisions from a large selection of popular items in our store.
• The Goat Hill Museum Store: 353-4969, located in Alabama’s State Capitol Building. Civil War, Civil Rights- Books, Local Artwork, Toys, Collectibles, Ornaments, Music, Videos, Cookbooks, Pottery, Souvenirs, and Unique Southern Gifts. Union Street Entrance. Open Mon.-Fri, 8:30 - 4:30 and Sat. from 9-4 (Sat. please enter through the Union St. entrance).
• The Montgomery Zoo Gift Shop: 240-4900, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Off the Northern Blvd. Animal-related toys, shirts, masks, jewelry. Great gifts for the animal lover.
• The Shoppe Next Door: 334-239-9114, 6317 Atlanta Hwy., Located in Phoenix Hair Salon. A wide variety of unique gifts for all ages and all seasons.
• The Turtle Shell: 358-0902, 160 W. Main St., Prattville. Educational items including reading games, room decorations, math workbooks, gifts for birthdays, science kits, puzzles and music.
• The Velvet Pumpkin: 273-9293, 8185 Vaughn Rd., Pepper Tree Annex. Beautiful selection of unique Clothing, Vera Bradley, frames and bath items.
Yard Signs
• A to Z Signs, Occasional Yard Signs: 354-5189. Displays for any occasion. Birthday, birth announcements, weddings. 6 ft. wooden signs and inflatable signs like a stork, heart, birthday cake, buzzard, and palm trees. And you can fill your yard with props such as cows, smiley faces, hearts, penguins, baby bottles, buzzard, flamingo and more. www.atozsigns.org.
• Flamingo-A-Friend: 279-3737. Choose from flamingos (assorted colors), smiley faces, cows & pigs, penguins, elephants, or footballs to fill your yard and surprise your birthday child when they awake. Also, a 4 ft. personalized sign with birthday message. Set up before 6:30 a.m. and clean up by 6 p.m. Please call for rates.
Places to Party - Artistic
• Abrakadoodle: 265-5758. Creative art fun for your child for his or her birthday party. Visit the website for more information. www.abrakadoodle.com.
• Artistic Expressions: 365-8990, 1963 Cobbs Ford Road, Prattville. $65.00 party deposit get you party room, staff/staff members, personalized birthday plate for the party child. Day of party you only pay for what the children paint. . Please call for more details. Website: www.paintatartisticexpressions.com or visit us on facebook.
• Corks n Canvas: 277-1041, 8113 Vaughn Rd. Offering painting parties to children ages 8 and up. With the help of the instructor, each guest creates their own party favor (a painting) to take home at the end of the event. Parties are approximately 2 hours in length, with a break to celebrate with a cake or cookie. Two packages are available. Check the packages and the painting options available on our website: www.corksandcanvas.net. Art parties for children younger than 8 are also available at our location through Abrakadoodle. For more information on parties for younger children, please contact Susan Parker at 265.5758.
Places to Party - Bowling
• ACE Bowling Center: 1661 Eastern Blvd., 334-819-7171. We offer 5 different birthday party packages. Starting from $149.99 on up to $189.99. Pkg A: $149.99, 10 children , 1.5 hours of bowling, bowling shoes for each player, 2 pizzas, 2 pitchers of drinks, Birthday decoration, Trained expert Party host. Additional children are $14.99 + tax. Package B: everything in Pkg. A plus One $3.00 game card per child or One 8 oz. frozen yogurt per child. Each Additional child $16.99 + tax each. Package C: everything in A plus One $3.00 game card per child, one 8 oz. frozen yogurt per child. Each additional child is $18.99 + tax. We offer two Yoguberri packages for children ages 6 and under. Please visit our website for more information. Reservations required, with a minimum $50 deposit to reserve a time slot. Cancellations are refundable only in the form of a $50 gift card. Please visit our website at www.acebowlingcenter.com.
• BAMA Lanes Inc: 272-5423, 3020 Atlanta Hwy. Two packages available: For Saturday and Sunday: Package A) $10.25 per child, 2 hour party, bowling pin with balloon bouquet, shoe rental, bumpers for children age 8 and younger, ice cream and soft drink. Package B) $11.25 per child. Includes package #1 plus hotdog and chips. For Monday through Friday packages cost $8.50 and $9.50 respectively and last 1 ½ hours. (Mon.-Sat. from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sun. 11:30-4:p.m)
• BAMA Lanes, Prattville: 358-8600, 1714 East Main St., Mondays - Thursdays, 12:00 a.m. – 3:30 pm. & Fridays 12:00 until 5:30 p.m. Package A: $59.95 for one lane (six children per lane), 1 1/2 hour party. Shoe rental, bumpers for ages 8 and under, ice cream, drink and a balloon bouquet. Package B: $69.95 per lane (six children per lane). As above, plus hot dog with chips. Weekend parties. 2-6 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. Party Package A: $69.95 per lane. 2 hrs., shoe rental, bumpers, ice cream, drink, balloon bouquet. Package B: $79.95 per lane. As above, plus hot dog and chips. Six child minimum and $25 deposit required.
• Brunswick Woodmere Lanes: 270-1101, 5665 Carmichael Rd. Birthday party package: Pkg A: $11.99 per child for 2 hrs bowling, shoes, one pizza per 5 children, 1 pitcher of soda per 5 children, balloon bouquet, hostess, invitations, cups, plates, napkins, table covers and utensils. Pkg B: $15.99 per child which includes everything in Pkg A plus a goodie bag for each child, $3.00 in games tokens for each child, a glow necklace for each child and a real signature bowling pin for all of the party guests to sign. $25 deposit required. Please call for more info.
Places to Party - Games
• The Players Arcade (formerly known as Aladdin’s Castle): 272-1066. Eastdale Mall. $75 for 300 tokens. Party area for 1.5 hours. You bring food, drink, and table settings. $10 deposit. Private parties also available. Deposit required.
Places to Party - Gymnastics, Cheer
• Big Green Bus: The Big Green Bus brings the party to you! The Big Green Bus is a school bus that has been converted into a safe and fun preschool gymnastics facility. Many elements of gymnastics are combined into one fun filled hour on board the Big Green Bus! Our party includes a zip-line, tumbling mats, monkey bar, rock wall, slides, tunnels, beam, bar, vault, rings, parachute games, and more! We will introduce your child to the wild and crazy world of gymnastics. We will bring an inflatable moon bounce at no extra charge. The birthday child will receive a Big Green Bus shirt! Goodie bags are now offered. To schedule your party, please call Amber Holley at 334-324-4628, or visit our website at www.biggymbus.com.
• Gymboree Play & Music: 334-277-8080, 8125 Vaughn Road. Offers a variety of Birthday Parties to meet every child’s age and interests, and are designed to be 100% fun for your child and birthday party guests! We specialize in parties for 1st through 5th birthdays. Hosting your mom’s group? Celebrating the beginning of summer with friends? Having a family reunion with lots of little ones? Gymboree Play & Music also welcomes other types of groups and parties. Play parties are set in a roomful of colorful, child-sized play equipment. A Gymboree teacher leads you and your guests in exploring our slides, tunnels, bridges and creative playscapes. Highlights include parachute time, bubbles, songs and other one-of-a-kind birthday party activities. The Birthday Child receives a 6 balloon bouquet and a special gift. Gymboree supplies the invitations, plates, napkins, hats and utensils to help make the party complete. All you need to bring is the cake. Host a basic Play Party, a special “First Birthday” party, or choose a special theme party to match your child’s unique interests! To schedule your party or to receive more information, please call us at 334-277-8080 or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
• Tonya Speed Dance: 277-1098, 3370 Harrison Road. Parties start at $175 and up with themed parties such as Hannah Montana, High School Musical, Karaoke/Disco parties, Beautiful Ballerina, Line Dance, Jazzy/Gym parties, etc. We also have space for dances, proms and ballroom parties for all ages. www.tonyaspeedsdanceconnection.com
• United Gymstars: 284-2244, 6100 Brewbaker Blvd., off Troy Hwy. Website: www.unitedgymstars.com. Gymnastics, trampoline, recreational activities, supervised games, and birthday party room. We provide the facility and activities; you provide the cake, decorations and food. Cost of $150 is for 15 guests and the birthday child. (Add $5.00 for each additional child) Call for more information.
Places to Party - Martial Arts
• Docarmo’s Taekwondo Center: 220-5835, 3179 Taylor Rd. (Sturbridge Shopping Center), Docarmo’s Birthday Bash. For $10.00 per child you get: Use of Docarmo’s facilities which means you don’t have to worry about the mess! A taekwondo Intro class. We send out the invitations for you. We provide a variety of FUN games for entertainment. You may bring in your own choice of food. Minimum of 10 children. Prices are based on 1.5 hour party on Saturday afternoons and all day Sunday.
• Family Karate Center: 277-4911, 8159 Vaughn Rd., Pepper Tree Shopping Center. We now offer a Karate Kid Movie Birthday Party. We offer fun wholesome birthday parties at our facility. Included in our parties are 2 hours of jam-packed fun, including: each guest will receive a 1 month FREE pass to Stranger Danger, Free Stranger Danger Demonstration at every Birthday party. Ask Mom First, and the Bully Buster program. Birthday child and guests receive a FREE uniform. Kung Fu Panda Balance Beam, Fun and exciting coordination skills & drills, Board Breaking Contest, Samurai Frisbee, Ninja Ball Bounce, Power Ranger relays, SWAT (Student Winning Attitude Team) Team Exercises, STORM (Student Team of Role Models) Team Demonstration and Teen Team Demonstration Squad. Stranger Danger Child ID Packages provided so mom does not have to supply gift bags. Moms let Master Coker do all the work so moms can just show up and have fun. If Birthday child signs up for classes that day then the party is FREE. If any guest signs up for classes they get a free party. Parties for 2-4 year olds now offered. Unlimited guests.
• Fleming Martial Arts: 4315 Atlanta Hwy., 277-5425. We have a 4,000 square foot facility for 1 ½ hours of fun. We provide the entertainment, tables and chairs and you provide the food, paper and utensils. Flat fee of $175. Call us to book your party. Please visit our website at www.flemingsmai.com.
• Tiger Rock Taekwondo Plus: 244-9139, 2750 Bell Rd. Party includes martial arts class with games and entertainment. Then kids have their own section to eat and open gifts. We provide the cake and table settings. Parents supply food and decorations. Please call for more information and pricing. Tables and chairs provided. Deposit of half down.
Places to Party - Miscellaneous
• Adventure Sports Aquatic Center: 269-3483, 1546 East Ann Street. WebSite: www.adventuresports2.com. Indoor and outdoor pools, kiddie pool, grilling and picnic area. Price of $200 includes lifeguard for 20 children over 8. You bring food and cake. Additional lifeguard it $25. Under age of 8 the limit is 16 per lifeguard. Call for details.
• Antique Train Rides: Call toll free 1-800-943-4490, Located in Calera, 60 miles north of Montgomery. Party takes place in the restored Amtrak car. Includes a 45 minute train ride through the woods and by the interstate. Parents can set up party in our restored Amtrak car. Kids can also look through the old railroad yard. Hostesses are available but parents supply food and supplies. Theme parties available (Thomas the Train…etc.) Please call for dates and party packages or visit us at www.hodrrm.org for birthday information.
• Bell Road YMCA: 271-4343, 2435 Bell Rd. Contact Susan Eggering for parties for members. Can rent pool, building or both. Goodtimes Waterpark: $350 for 2 hours which includes lifeguards. Bell Road Indoor Pool Complex: $250 for 2 hours includes lifeguards. Bell Road Outdoor Pool: $200 for 2 hours which includes lifeguards. Adventure Room: $100 for 2 hours during business hours (2:30-4:30 p.m.) on Saturday. Please call for more information and availability. Inflatables party room at Goodtimes with eating area. Sat. & Sundays only. Please call Goodtimes for more information about Inflatables party at 279-8878.
• Build a Bear Workshop: 1050 Eastdale Mall, 334-279-6415. Our hours of operation are Monday- Saturday 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sunday 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Ourparty planners can customize a party just for you! Hassle FREE! Have a party with no mess and no clean up. Includes a party leader to keep your guests entertained. You set the price! Starting at just $10 per guest. Every scheduled party includes photo to remember your party, party favor for all party guests, awesome gift for guests of honor, printable invitations and thank-you cards at www.buildabear.com. Plus, virtual party perks! All party guests get to enjoy the fun of playing at home for FREE at www.buildabearville.com. Plus, get cool virtual stuff for their online character. Minimum of 6 guests for 1.5 hours. We are not licensed to serve food and beverages in our store. There is a list of mall food partners that may offer a discount to your group. Please visit www.buildabear.com for those listings.
• Carter Symone: 356-0754, 2856 Zelda Road in the Hillwood Festival. Website: www.cartersymone.com. Only at Carter Symone can you experience a premier private party! We create every girl’s fantasy birthday from ages 3 to 16. We offer your complete party for one great price! Party choices include Princess, Bieber Fever, Spa, Fancy Nancy, and much more. The Premier Party Package includes costumes, accessories, runway/stage performance, music, and manicures for 1 ½ hours in our play area. Party also includes free invitations, paper products, pizza, fresh fruit, chips, juice, and goody bags for up to 10 children. The Royal Party Package is available Monday – Thursday before 1p.m. and includes everything in the Premier Package for up to 5 children for ½ the price! Additional children may be added to any party package. Add additional sparkle to her day with our party extras. Extras include face paint, limo service, balloons, and/or our signature cake. Also join us every 1st Saturday for Tea Time from 11:30 to 1 p.m. Girls receive glitter face paint designs, hats, and other tea time accessories, than dine English Tea Style with parents and/or grandparents. Check us out on the web for more information or give us a call today.
Every girl is worth it!
• East Branch YMCA: 272-3390, 3407 Pelzer Ave. Parties for members. Indoor and outdoor pools. Outdoor pool includes slide and splash pool. YMCA provides lifeguards for party. Contact Teri Galloway.
• Gymboree Play & Music: 334-277-8080, 8125 Vaughn Road. Offers a variety of Birthday Parties to meet every child’s age and interests, and are designed to be 100% fun for your child and birthday party guests! We specialize in parties for 1st through 5th birthdays. Hosting your mom’s group? Celebrating the beginning of summer with friends? Having a family reunion with lots of little ones? Gymboree Play & Music also welcomes other types of groups and parties. Play parties are set in a roomful of colorful, child-sized play equipment. A Gymboree teacher leads you and your guests in exploring our slides, tunnels, bridges and creative playscapes. Highlights include parachute time, bubbles, songs and other one-of-a-kind birthday party activities. The Birthday Child receives a 6 balloon bouquet and a special gift. Gymboree supplies the invitations, plates, napkins, hats and utensils to help make the party complete. All you need to bring is the cake. Host a basic Play Party, a special “First Birthday” party, or choose a special theme party to match your child’s unique interests! To schedule your party or to receive more information, please call us at 334-277-8080 or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
• McWane Center, Birmingham: They do it all - cake, punch, ice cream, paper products and, if you like, goodie bags. If you want a special science demonstration while you celebrate, they can also provide that. Your group will party in one of the colorful party rooms, then take to the museum floor for a full day of hands-on science fun and discovery. Of course, you can also see a movie while there. For cost details and reservations, call (205) 714-8369 or visit our website: www.mcwane.org.
• Eastdale Mall Island Carousel: 270-2736 (located outside of Belks). 4 Tables available for you to set up. If you come early you can hold them. We can not reserve the tables. Child and 9 friends ride one time for FREE.
• Prattville East YMCA: 358-9622, 972 McQueen Smith Rd., Party room for members and non-members. Pool rental for members. Party room has a $20 deposit and is $175.00 for non-members and $125 for members. This includes 1 ½ hours of entertainment, hostess, sheet cake, cups, plates, napkins, silverware for 15 children. Cost for each additional child is $2. Birthday child receives a free t-shirt. You provide ice, ice cream and drinks. Themed parties also available. Call for more details.
• Pump It Up!: 277-5678, 1029 Lagoon Business Loop, off the Northern Blvd. Website: www.pumpitupparty.com. We are on the 10 Best Birthday Parties list from Parents Magazine Nationally. Only at “The Inflatable Party Zone” can you enjoy a private, indoor party with giant interactive inflatable play structures. A Pump It Up party is a fun and unforgettable event for ages 2 to adult! We offer two party packages. Package A) Classic Party: Mon-Thurs after school for $200, Fri. thru Sun. and Holidays for $250. Invite up to 25 kids, 1 ½ hours in play area, ½ hour in the party room, Free invitations and paper products. Pizza, goodie bags & balloons available at an additional charge. Package B) Mini Classic Party: Monday-Friday before 2 p.m. (excludes all school holidays and vacations) for $150. Invite up to 14 kids, 1 hour in the play area, ½ hour in the party room, Free invitations and paper products. Pizza, goodie bags and balloons available at an additional charge. Surf our website for more information, or give us a call. Don’t forget to bring your socks!
• Rave Motion Pictures: 7925 Vaughn Rd., 244-1300. Celebrate your next party at Rave. Included in our special birthday package: admission price and reserved seating in the auditorium, a movie meal at the concession stand (including popcorn, drink and candy), a special party seating in the lobby. To ensure availability make reservations as soon as possible. For more information or to book a party contact a manager at RAVE MOTION PICTURES.
• Smiles Galore: 269-2895, 130 South Maryland Street, Montgomery. Plans and hosts parties for children. Many themes to choose from. Dress up, crafts, canvas painting, slumber, pirates, banana split Sundaes, superhero party, cowboy party, Princess party, just to name a few. Also do Stuff-n-fluff, Stuff a purse, Noahsaurs and Fluff parties and Bella B Glamour workshop for girls. Set up and clean up is included. We do as much or as little as you like for us to do. All ages. One call takes care of all your party needs. Baby shower facilities also available. We host personal and affordable parties with your child’s name on our marquee out front for everyone to see. Visit us on the web at www.smilesgaloreinc.com.
• Southeast YMCA: 262-6411, 3455 Carter Hill Rd. Rent facilities for parties for preschool to age 14. Available for members and non-members. Call for rates and information.
• Wonder World Family Fun Center, 127 North Memorial Drive, Prattville, 365-6600. Rollerskating, Arcade, Laser Tag, Snack Bar, Inflatables, Birthday Parties. Please call Debbie Brooks for details.
Places to Party - Outdoors
• Montgomery Zoo: 240-4900, 2301 Coliseum Parkway. Rent a shelter and host your own birthday party. Pay regular admission for each child or qualify for a group discount with 20 or more children. Advanced reservations required.
• Shade Tree Riding Academy: 290-3727 or 546-3964, 566 Thornfield Dr., Millbrook. Gentle, experienced horses, easy trail and knowledgeable staff to assist beginners. Call today to reserve your party.
• Surfside Water Park: 1-334-821-7873, Off I-85 in Auburn. Water park including 2 speed slides, 4 body flumes, wave pool, lazy river, kiddie pool with play area, beach volleyball, concessions, picnic area, lighthouse over Lazy River for climbing or laying out, and a Jungle Jim tube slide that empties into the Lazy River. Please visit our website for admission prices. Group rates are available. You bring the cake, table settings.
• YMCA Camp Chandler: 269-4362 ,Wetumpka, on Lake Jordan 30 minutes from Montgomery. Great birthday idea for kids 5 to 15. Ten child minimum. Year-round activities such as climbing tower, high ropes, archery, riflery, volley ball, floor hockey, canoeing, fishing, peddle boats, arts and crafts, basketball, carnival games, hayrides, game room, boat rides, and water balloon wars. Seasonal activities include swimming, water skiing, sailing, The Blob and horseback riding. $15 per child. Price includes everything from balloons to a cake for 3 hours. Call JoAnn Williams for private party info.
Places to Party - Parks
• Millbrook Memorial Center & Village Green Park: 285-6428, On Main Street and Grandview. Incredible wooden playground with castle, space shuttle, boat, etc. We have picnic tables and picnic shelter. First come first serve. Memorial Center rents for $200 for a one day rental. Handicap accessible facility. Call for more information
• Montgomery City Parks: 241-2300, Speak with Ann Huebner to reserve picnic shelters all day for Lagoon Park, Buddy Watson Park, Ida Belle Young Park, Oak Park, Gateway and AUM Park. Large shelters are $50 for all day and $25 for 1/2 day. Small shelters are $40 for full day and $20 for half day. All parks are first come first serve and open to the public. Make shelter reservations as early as possible. Pete Peterson Lodge in Lagoon Park is also available for rent and is air conditioned and heated. Price starts at $300 during week, and $400 on weekends for 4 hours. Gateway Lodge is $600 during the week and $800 on the weekend. Gateway has a caterer’s kitchen. This books fast so call early. Please visit www.montgomeryal.gov click on departments and then parks and recreations.
• Prattville Parks: 361-3640. City park shelters are $25 for 4 hrs. & $50 for 8 hrs. Cooter’s Pond pavilions rent for $35 or $75 depending on which pavilion. The Doster Community Center: auditorium $350 for 10 hours, dining hall $200 for 10 hours. Call Department of Leisure Services to reserve.
• Wetumpka Parks: 567-5147 for details on Gold Star Park (no rental fee if available), Jeanette Barrett Civic Room in Gold Star Park rents for individual $40, business $50 and church $25. Martin Luther King Recreation Center (both require a $300 cash deposit that is refundable) 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. for $115. Civic Center in Wetumpka, large room with kitchen, $500 refundable deposit, $125 cleaning fee and $950 rental for 10a.m. until 12a.m. Call 567-3002 for details about Fort Toulouse/Jackson Park, off US 231, Wetumpka 165-acre park area includes nature trails, campgrounds, picnic pavilion, museum, boat launch, and fort. Would be a great place for either a Pocahontas Party or a Wild West Party.
Places to Party - Restaurants
• Cheezie’s Pizza: 8125 Decker Lane, 244-9496 and 2762 Bell Rd., 356-5423. Large Cheese or Pepperoni Pizzas are $4.99
• Chick Fil A: 271-0104, 2682 Eastern Blvd and Eastchase Pkwy., Montgomery. Playground and reserved section. Kids meal and toy, ice cream and visit from Cow (mascot) on request. $6 per child. Every child gets a balloon.
• Chuck E. Cheese’s: 281-9290, 2940 E. South Blvd. Reserve Birthday Parties online at www.chuckecheese.com. Print party invitations off the website. The star party package: $11.99 per child and includes a 20 game tokens per child, birthday star medallion, inflatable birthday star crown with 8 bonus tokens, jumbo birthday star balloon, hostess, 2 hours of reserved table space, 2 slices of one-topping pizza per child, unlimited soft drinks per child, tablecloth and plateware, VIP sticker for adult host, birthday star sticker, star recognition in our birthday show, complimentary email invitations powered by Evite. SuperStar package: $16.99 per child and includes everything in the Star package plus 16 additional tokens per child, bank with 12 tokens for the birthday child, I partied with Chuch E foil Balloon per child, Bobblehead Chuck E. Cup per child for the Birthday Child.
• Cici’s Pizza: 386-3086, 981 Ann St. Cost by age,. Ages 10 and under, $4 per person; adults $7.20 including your drink of choice + plus tax. You bring cake and Cici’s does the rest.
• Domino’s Pizza: All Locations, Offers discounted packages for at home parties. Call a location near you for current prices.
• Little Caesars: 288-1515, 3004 McGehee Rd., Montgomery. Order to pick up for parties or large gatherings. Large cheese or sausage or Large pepperonis for $5.00.
• McDonald’s: Call individual stores for cost and details. Most offer similar packages. Cost varies slightly. Includes a Ronald McDonald cake, hamburger kid’s meal, ice cream, hostess, and party favors are supplied. Access to PlayLand after the party.
• Papa John’s Pizza: Montgomery & Prattville. All locations offer discounts on pizzas on large orders. Call for details.
• Pizza Hut: 265-6000. Offered at all Montgomery locations as well as Prattville, Wetumpka and Clanton. Costs vary. Call for details.
• Stevi B’s Pizza: 279-3112. 5411 Atlanta Hwy. No deposit required. Please call ahead to reserve a room. You bring the cake, table settings, decorations. Please call for pricing.
Other: Many local restaurants will treat the birthday person to a free dessert and possibly sing Happy Birthday. Call your favorite restaurant for details.
Places to Party - Skating
• Eastdale Mall Ice Palace: 277-2088. 10 or more people. Free birthday invitations and reserved table outside the rink. You bring cake and everything you need. Please call for pricing.
• Looney’s Skating Rink: 281-1032, 3541 McGehee Rd. Wide variety of party packages for all different ages. Please call for details and pricing. All parties require a non-refundable deposit at booking. You may bring cake, big cookie & ice cream only. Our friendly staff will setup, serve and cleanup your party. www.looneysskate.com.
• Prattville Roller Rink: 365-9301 or 334-652-9699, 935 N. Memorial Drive in Prattville. Private parties only. In-line and roller skates are available. They also have Fisher Price skates for younger parties. Pkg A: Parties last 1 1/2 hours and all drinks and skates are included for $125 for up to 16 skaters including Birthday child. Pkg B: 2 hours and all drinks included, skates included for $170 for up to 25 skaters. Parents bring the food. We also offer Ride On parties for tykes. Please call for more information.
• Wonder World Family Fun Center, 127 North Memorial Drive, Prattville, 365-6600. Rollerskating, Arcade, Laser Tag, Snack Bar, Inflatables, Birthday Parties. Please call Debbie Brooks for details.
Places to Party - Tea, Dress-up
• Carter Symone: 356-0754, 2856 Zelda Road in the Hillwood Festival. Website: www.cartersymone.com. Only at Carter Symone can you experience a premier private party! We create every girl’s fantasy birthday from ages 3 to 16. We offer your complete party for one great price! Party choices include Princess, Bieber Fever, Spa, Fancy Nancy, and much more. The Premier Party Package includes costumes, accessories, runway/stage performance, music, and manicures for 1 ½ hours in our play area. Party also includes free invitations, paper products, pizza, fresh fruit, chips, juice, and goody bags for up to 10 children. The Royal Party Package is available Monday – Thursday before 1p.m. and includes everything in the Premier Package for up to 5 children for ½ the price! Additional children may be added to any party package. Add additional sparkle to her day with our party extras. Extras include face paint, limo service, balloons, and/or our signature cake. Also join us every 1st Saturday for Tea Time from 11:30 to 1 p.m. Girls receive glitter face paint designs, hats, and other tea time accessories, than dine English Tea Style with parents and/or grandparents. Check us out on the web for more information or give us a call today. Every girl is worth it!
• Paint and Clay: (334) 799-7762, Karen Kornosky. Girls Tea Party--Each child will paint two tea cups and saucers, one to keep and one for the birthday girl. The birthday girl paints the tea pot and has a set of cups to treasure made by her friends. Other party themes available for boys and girls. www.paintandclaystudio.com
• Smiles Galore: 269-2895, 130 South Maryland Street, Montgomery. Plans and hosts parties for children. Many themes to choose from. Dress up, crafts, canvas painting, slumber, pirates, banana split Sundaes, superhero party, cowboy party, Princess party, just to name a few. Also do Stuff-n-fluff, Stuff a purse, Noahsaur and Fluff parties and Bella B Glamour workshop for girls. Set up and clean up is included. We do as much or as little as you like for us to do. All ages. One call takes care of all your party needs. Baby shower facilities also available. We host personal and affordable parties with your child’s name on our marquee out front for everyone to see. Visit us on the web at www.smilesgaloreinc.com.
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