Planning a birthday party or event and not sure where to start? These local, San Diego-based businesses are here to help your family plan an epic summer celebration today!
Coastal Roots Farm
Encinitas, 760-479-6505
www.coastalrootsfarm.org
Curate your unique event at our urban Encinitas Farm. We host corporate events, outdoor meetings, private Farm-to-Table dinners, birthdays, showers and other parties, pizza parties and Jewish life cycle events. Choose from five unique venues on the Farm.
Fleet Science Center
Balboa Park, 619-238-1233
www.fleetscience.org/special-events/birthday-parties
With more than 100 “do-touch” exhibits, entertainment is built in. Must reserve 14 days in advance.
Helen Woodward Animal Center
Rancho Santa Fe, 858-756-4117 x406
www.animalcenter.org/programs-services/education/birthday-parties
Our birthday parties offer hands-on animal interactions (chosen by the birthday child!) Visit the website for more info about party packages and themes.
The Hot Spot Pottery Painting, Candlemaking & More
Point Loma, 619-223-1339
4S Ranch, 858-310-6499
www.thehotspotstudios.com/parties-events/
Our Kids Party Package is the way to go! Kids do two projects, sing, eat and open gifts. You choose the two projects: Pottery Painting, Cupcake Candles, Paint & Plant, Make Mosaics, or Make some Slime! All projects go home the same day except pottery which takes a few days to fire. Parties are 1 1/2 hours of fun and the best part, we do all the clean-up! Go to our website, find your local studio and book online today.
Momentum Acrobatics
Sorrento Valley, 858-379-3547
www.momentumacrobatics.com/birthday-parties
Every party includes one hour of fun-filled gym time followed by 30 minutes in the party room for food, cake and celebration. An extra 30-minute option includes even more fun with bonus free play time in the gym after the party room wraps up. Birthday package includes colorful tablecloths, plates, napkins, forks, and a goodie bag for each child, filled with a little candy and a flyer inviting them back for a free trial class or open gym session.
Nanny D's Parties & More!
Mobile - 619-414-0278
IG: @NannyDTime
Take the stress out of party planning with Nanny D's soft play zones and tiny inflatable rentals, perfect for babies and toddlers of all abilities from age 0-5. All rentals are delivered to you for hassle-free set up. Call 619-414-0287 or visit @NannyDTime on Instagram to start planning an unforgettable celebration!
Science Guys of San Diego
Comes to you, 619-268-1334
www.scienceguysofsandiego.com
Spectacular Science Parties include one hour of fun, hands-on science experiments with a crazy scientist. Choose from several unique themes. Parties are designed for up to 25 kids ages 4-12 and can be set up indoors or outside.
San Diego Children's Discovery Museum
Escondido- 760-233-7755
www.sdcdm.org/programs/birthdays
Suitable for parties of up to 40 people, ages 1-10. Outdoor and indoor party options available. Party package includes exclusive indoor or outdoor party space, free general admission for hosts and guests, party assistant, decor, gift for birthday child, reserved parking space for birthday child's family and 10% discount at the store for hosts and all guests.
UltraStar Cinemas
Mission Valley, 619-359-4032
www.ultrastarmovies.com/page/parties-events
Movie lovers of all ages can host their birthday party or celebration at Ultra Star Cinemas! Packages include movie tickets, reserved seating, name on the marquee and lounge area rental. Private auditorium rentals are also available.
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Updated: June 2025
