We’re so excited to bring you the 2026 Birthday Party Guide, presented by Paulette’s Princess Parties!
Planning your child’s birthday celebration can be a little overwhelming, so we’ve partnered with some amazing local businesses that can help make your party come to life – venues, sweet treats, decor and more!
Use this guide to help you with your party planning. Forget the stress and have fun putting together your child’s special day!
Be sure to scroll down for some exclusive Columbus Moms Network party discounts!
ENTERTAINMENT
Paulette’s Princess Parties
Paulette’s Princess Parties offers princess and character visits at the location of your choice for a birthday or special event, or you can bring the party to our Palace. Let us do all the work for you with special party packages.
Choose from over 125 characters! Singing, Dancing, Crafts, Dress-Up, Games, Grande Coronations, Sparkly Makeup, Hair-Dos, Storytime and more!
We do the smallest parties to the largest events to full theatrical shows. All of our cast members are trained vocalists and theatre performers. Creating magic is our business. At our Palace location, we have beautiful scene sets, sparkling lights, and more. Let us do everything and make dreams come true.
VENUES
Bach to Rock Powell
Celebrate Like a Rock Star at Bach to Rock
Celebrate like a rock star with music parties at Bach to Rock®! We offer music birthday parties for kids and adults, as well as party packages for corporate events. Our parties are a blast for guests, giving everyone the chance to learn and perform hit songs — even if it’s their first time playing an instrument!
Rock City Party
AGE: 4–6 PARTY LENGTH: 90 Minutes
This action-packed party allows children to explore rock ‘n’ roll instruments up-close and see for themselves how music is made on keyboards, drums and guitars. They’ll also learn simple musical rhythms —quarter notes, eighth notes, quarter rests—and enjoy putting their newfound musical skills into action during a live drum circle! After hands-on exploration of the instruments at the beginning of the party, the kids will enjoy learning foundational music concepts through movement, games and songs.
Rock Birthday Party
AGE: 7+ PARTY LENGTH: 2 Hours
A jam/recording session where the birthday guest becomes a star. We divide guests into bands
and teach everyone to sing or play a song of your choosing on keyboard, guitar, bass, drums or other rhythm instruments. No music experience is necessary. Everyone receives a recording of the birthday band, digitally mastered in our state-of-the-art studio.
Karaoke Party
AGE: 6+ PARTY LENGTH: 90 Minutes
This is the perfect party for kids and adults eager to become a rock star for a day! Designed for ages 6 to adult (the only prerequisite is they must know how to read), the first step is for the birthday guest of honor to select a song from Bach to Rock’s birthday song list, which includes current pop hits and classic rock gems. The second step is to have fun and rock out! During the party, the guests will work with a vocal instructor on learning the song, as well as receiving proper singing and breathing technique. Everyone receives a recording digitally mastered in our state-of-the-art studio.
Game Arena
Host your next party at Game Arena!
We strive to provide the best experience for your special occasion. We work with you to build your party, your way!
Our venue is enjoyed by all ages. Whether your party is 10 people or 200, we guarantee your guests will have an unforgettable time.
Check out our party packages and more below!
Earthley Retail Store
Celebrate with us at Earthley Wellness in Columbus! Our classroom space is available for private gatherings, where guests can enjoy engaging DIY classes for both children and adults. Popular options include lip balm making, bath and body products, herbal crafts, sourdough starter workshops, and more.
We also offer optional add-ons, including party favors, decorations, snacks, and allergy-friendly cookie cakes.
Little Town
Smash Park Westerville
•Your choice of 2-hour activity:
•Pickleball (equipment provided)
•Axe-Throwing (kids 14+)
•Karaoke sing suite
•Duckpin bowling
•Kids meal, side, and beverage for each kid
•Add dessert for $3/kid
•Pre-purchase arcade cards for 50% off at booking time
Star Lanes Polaris
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$50 OFF your birthday party
Olentangy Caverns
Locally owned and operated since 1935, Olentangy Caverns is a family-friendly favorite for outdoor adventure.
Birthday packages include gem mining (keep everything you find), plus pick two above-ground activities: petting zoo, treasure hunt maze, or mini golf. The playground and fire truck slides (made from real retired trucks) are always a hit, too!
Birthday packages include reserved space in an outdoor gazebo, shelter house, or use of the indoor party room for 2.5 hours. Located near Powell, Ohio — just 5 miles from The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium — Olentangy Caverns is a great place to host outdoor birthday fun.
Funbox Columbus
Funbox, the World’s Biggest Bounce Park is at Polaris Fashion Place all summer long! At Funbox, your kids will have the best birthday parties, filled with jumping, sliding, bouncing, climbing and plenty of snow cones. Check us out at funbox.com/columbus!
The Little Gym of Polaris
KSM Sports and Fitness
Looking for somewhere different and unique to host your child’s birthday party? KSM offers customized birthday packages to fit your party size and requests. We offer activities and fun for all ages and the entire family! Available activities include nerf wars, sports, dodgeball, kickball, obstacle tag, bounce houses and more!
All Parties Include:
– 2 hour time slot this DOES NOT include set up and tear down
-Set up and tear down gives you 15 minutes prior to party and after party
-Clean fee will be applied if the facility or turf is left dirty following your party
-Decorations are allowed but you MUST use painters tape as other types of tape destroy the walls
-Tables and chairs are included for the amount of guests in the package selected
-Up to 3 activities are included in party.
-Total amount is due at time of booking. Payments are non refundable. Please contact us at least 72 hours prior to your event if you need to reschedule.
USA Ninja Challenge Dublin
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus
SWEETS & TREATS
OK! Pops
OK! Pops is a woman-owned cottage bakery, run by Jessica – a mom, maker, and passionate creator of sweet treats. OK! Pops specializes in elevated, handcrafted cake pops for a wide range of celebrations. Each cake pop is made from scratch, individually decorated by hand, and thoughtfully designed to reflect the tone and vision of each event, whether you’re planning a whimsical party for your little one, a trendy tween birthday, or a classic family gathering.
Custom cake pops are a fun and memorable way to make any birthday celebration feel extra special, and OK! Pops loves bringing those sweet details to life! As a mom-owned and operated cottage bakery, OK! Pops understands firsthand just how meaningful those birthday moments are, from choosing the perfect party theme, to creating treats that make kids light up with excitement. Every cake pop is handcrafted with care and designed to coordinate beautifully with your celebration.
At OK! Pops, we believe party treats should be just as beautiful as they are delicious. We offer a variety of flavors, colors, and styles, from playful sprinkles and bright birthday designs to more elegant options for showers and special occasions. Custom colors and themes are always welcome to help make your event feel uniquely personal.
Cake pops make perfect party favors or dessert table showstoppers! Individually wrapped options are available for easy grab-and-go treats, and custom displays can add a fun visual element to your celebration. OK! Pops is passionate about helping families create joyful memories through thoughtfully made sweets.
We can’t wait to help make your next celebration a little sweeter!
The Crafted Cloud
Let The Crafted Cloud make your special event a little bit sweeter with our flavored cotton candy, made only with organic ingredients! As a locally-owned, family-run business, we believe in the power of creating a truly special treat that is not only delicious and unexpected but also made with the utmost care. That means you’ll never find any fake dyes, flavors, or ingredients in our cotton candy. Because we use real ingredients, our customers love that our cotton candy tastes “spot on” to each flavor and are so grateful to be able to give their littles (or themselves) a treat they can feel good about.
Give your guests a truly unique experience with our hourly cart service where we spin up to 6 flavors live on-site at your private party! Enjoy the delicious flavor of freshly spun, warm cotton candy, unlike anything else you’ve ever tasted! We handle everything from setup, service, and clean up, you just bring the party guests!
We also offer pre-packaged options for a one-of-a-kind party favor or treat! We have a variety of containers to choose from, such as push-pops, petite puff baggies, shimmer puffs, and more! Add a custom-designed and created sticker to match your party theme!
We can’t wait to add a little extra sweetness to your next birthday party!
DECOR
Reigning Sleepover Parties
Planning a birthday party can be overwhelming—that’s where we come in! Reigning Sleepover Parties & Events helps take the stress out of celebrating by providing everything from luxury sleepover setups and spa parties to themed activities, crafts, picnics, balloon decor, and more. Whether you’re looking for a fully styled party, an engaging activity to keep guests entertained, or those extra special touches that make a celebration unforgettable, we’re here to help create a fun, memorable experience for both kids and parents.
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