Upstate Parent Birthday Guide
Our 2019 Birthday Party Guide
Find entertainers, venues and more in this directory of Upstate providers
7th Inning Splash
1500 Piedmont Highway, Piedmont
864-299-1842
https://waterparks.greenvillerec.com/7th-inning-splash
Open during summer months. Pool party packages include waterpark admission, food, party hut rental and more.
Anderson Area YMCA
201 E. Reed Road, Anderson
864-716-6261
madisonw@andersonareaymca.org
http://www.andersonareaymca.org
The Anderson Area YMCA offers pool parties year round. The format is an hour in the pool of the participants' choosing, followed by an hour in a new party room, located directly off the pool deck. The cost is $125 for Anderson Area YMCA members or $150 for prospective members.
Big Air Trampoline Park Greenville
36 Park Woodruff Drive, Greenville
864-626-5252
info@bigairgsp.com
https://www.bigairusa.com/greenville
More than just trampolines - facility includes 58 attractions, as well as five party rooms (one private). Choose from a variety of packages. Big Eats Cafe is on hand to provide food, cookie cake and party favors. Call or book online.
Big Air Trampoline Park Spartanburg
660 Spartan Blvd., Spartanburg
864-580-6462
info@bigairgsp.com
https://www.bigairusa.com/spartanburg
More than just Trampolines - five party rooms are available. Choose from a variety of packages. Big Eats Cafe is on hand to provide food, cookie cake and party favors. Call or book online.
Big Red Party Truck
864-431-0632
info@bigredpartytruck.com
http://bigredpartytruck.com
Navy veteran and full-time firefighter/EMT-owned business. Parties come to your location. Options include fire truck rides, spraying water from real fire hose, snow cones, popcorn, cotton candy, music and more.
Bowlero Greenville
740 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville
864-242-5764
https://www.bowlero.com/location/bowlero-greenville
Party options include unlimited bowling, arcade games, food and more. Book parties online with custom party packages or speak with an event planner via phone, email or chat. Kids' parties are ideal for children ages 4-12. Teen parties are offered for ages 13 and older.
Build-A-Bear Workshop
700 Haywood Road, Greenville
864-284-6432
https://www.buildabear.com
Packages are available. Parties include the help of a party leader. Each guest takes home a furry friend.
Carolina Dance Collaborative
864-315-3732
info@carolinadancecollaborative.org
http://Carolinadancecollaborative.org
Dance in the back yard, make space in your living room or have a mini dance session at a park and/or pavilion. CDC will provide a 30-minute dance session based on the party's theme and can also come in costume, depending on the theme.
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park
431 Main St., Chimney Rock, NC
828-625-9611
groups@chimneyrockpark.com
https://www.chimneyrockpark.com/birthday-parties
Nature-based, hands-on activities get kids discovering the world around them. A variety of party packages are available.
Chuck E. Cheese’s
253 Congaree Road, Greenville
864-297-6400
66 Spartan Blvd., #250, Spartanburg
864-574-4748
https://www.chuckecheese.com
A variety of party packages are available and include game play, pizza and more.
City of Clemson Parks
864-624-1120
https://www.cityofclemson.org/Departments/ParksandRecreation
The Department maintains twelve parks, encompassing 100 acres. Facilities include nine lighted tennis courts, two lighted adult softball fields, one lighted girls softball field, three lighted youth baseball fields, one adult baseball field, two lighted soccer fields, a fitness trail, picnic shelters, play structures and greenspace.
Climb Upstate II LLC
6655 Pottery Road, Spartanburg
864-699-9967
ClimbUpstateParties@gmail.com
http://ClimbUpstate.com
Climb Upstate hosts parties for climbers and non-climbers of all skill and activity levels. The facility offers private party room or a large picnic space and a full service "All Decked Out" party or a DIY "Simply Fun" party for themed parties. Two-hour bookings are available Monday - Saturday.
Color Clay Café
2518-A East North St., Greenville
864-244-3445
http://www.colorclaycafe.com
Bring your own refreshments and choose from a wide variety of party options. Choose a party that allows guests to paint a tile, a figurine, a mug or more. Details and pricing are online.
Couture Cakes of Greenville
1325 Miller Road, Suite H, Greenville
864-288-6610
susan@couturecakesofgreenville.com
http://www.couturecakesofgreenville.com
Couture Cakes of Greenville offers custom birthday cakes, as well as cake decorating parties for ages 7 years and older.
Critter Keeper
864-640-2295
http://critterkeeperupstate.com
Upstate
The Critter Keeper brings approximately 20 creepy-crawly critters to you, along with an hour-long presentation of information, scares, laughs, a little magic, life lessons and more.
Dance Without Limits
2105 Old Spartanburg Road, Greer
864-412-7788office@dancewithoutlimits.co
https://dancewithoutlimits.co
Parties are 1 1/2 hours. Professional instructors host the party and lead guests in fun dance activities and games. Time is allotted for cake and presents. Themes include Princess Ballerina, Disco Diva, Hip Hop Star, Tumbling Fun or Create Your Own Theme (additional $25).
Defy Greenville
48 Brookfield Oaks Drive, Greenville
864-412-3434
greenville_jump@circustrix.com
https://www.defy.com/greenville
A variety of jump parties are available. Parties include admission, use of a party room, pizza, drinks and more. Package details are available online.
Discovery Island Waterpark
417 Baldwin Road, Simpsonville
864-963-4345
https://waterparks.greenvillerec.com/discovery-island
Open during summer months. Pool party packages include waterpark admission, food, party hut rental and more.
drizzle., LLC
339-A Miller Road, Mauldin
864-752-7063
drizzlecakesgvl@gmail.com
http://www.drizzlecakesgvl.com
This small, local, vegan bakery offers chocolate loaves, along with other sweets, made with compassion, mindfulness and gratitude. All products are baked in a shared use kitchen. Some products contain peanuts. All products are vegan. Shipping is coming soon.
Easley Gymnastics
106 Beacon Hill Court, Easley
864-269-2007
staff@easleygym.com
https://easleygym.com
Birthday parties at this gymnastics facility are held with trained instructors.
East Main Arts
167 E. Main St., Spartanburg
864-430-1040
https://eastmainarts.com
A variety of art parties are available. See details online.
Eden Farms Horse Barn
4700 Dacusville Highway, Marietta
864-898-0043
edenfarmssc@aol.com
http://www.edenfarms.net/birthday-parties.html
Two-hour parties offer hands-on horse fun with a barn tour, riding horses that are decorated with ribbons and glitter, as well as time on newly renovated picnic and playground facilities. The birthday child receives a cowboy hat and hand painted personalized horseshoe.
Foothills Gymnastics and Cheer Center, Inc.
198 Couch Lane, Easley
864-855-9660
kimfgc@aol.com
http://www.foothillsgymnasticscenter.com
Parties include supervised party time with an instructor. Families provide the paper goods. Add Willy the Whale, a 40-foot inflatable, for more party excitement. Several party options are available.
Giggles Drop-In Childcare
3620 Pelham Road, Suite 1A, Greenville
864-252-4252
10 W. Lewis Plaza, Greenville
864-991-8561
greenville@gigglesdaycareinc.com
http://www.gigglesdaycareinc.com
Giggles is available to rent for private birthday parties on Sundays at noon and 3 p.m. at both Greenville locations. Prices start at $175 up to 20 children.
Glazed
518 College Ave., #130, Clemson
864-643-4242
glazedpyop@gmail.com
https://www.glazedclemson.com
Prices start at $12 per child with a $25 party fee. There are three shelves filled with pottery for children of all ages.
Greenville County Aquatic Complex
2700 W. Blue Ridge Drive, Greenville
864-679-7946
https://aquatics.greenvillerec.com
Complete pool and fun zone party packages are available. See website for details.
Greenville Drive
935 S. Main St., Greenville
864-240-4507
Thomas.Berryhill@greenvilledrive.com
http://Greenvilledrive.com
Parties are a 10-person minimum. Prices are $19 per person with a reserved seat and $18 with a terrace reserved seat. Amenities: pre-game party area for the guest of honor, each guest receives a hot dog, soda and bag of chips, personalized birthday greeting over the stadium PA system and display on the DriveVision videoboard and more.
Greenville Gemstone Mine
205 N. Main St., Greenville
864-283-6300
700 Haywood Road, #2008, Greenville
864-509-1119
info@greenvillegemstonemine.com
www.greenvillegemstonemine.com
A variety of gem mining party packages are available. Details are online.
Greenville Gymnastics
1311 Miller Road, Greenville
864-297-5589
ggtc@greenvillegymnastics.com
http://www.greenvillegymnastics.com
Parties are 1 1/2 hours, including 45 minutes of gym time and 45 minutes for refreshments and opening gifts. Guests enjoy open play time with the supervision of trained staff. Parties are completely private.
Greenville Swamp Rabbits
650 N. Academy St., Greenville
864-674-7825
info@swamprabbits.com
http://www.swamprabbits.com
Three different packages include tickets to a game, a mascot visit from Stomper, a cake from Couture Cakes and more. The season runs from October - April with playoffs April - July.
Greenville Zoo
150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville
864-467-4850
zooed@greenvillesc.go
http://www.greenvillezoo.com
All birthday parties take place in a classroom just inside the zoo entrance and include admission to the zoo. Several packages are available that include cupcakes, staff-led activities and more.
Grove Station Farms
421 Piedmont Highway, Piedmont
864-845-3239
http://grovestationfarms.com
Horseback Birthday Parties are available for horse lovers of all ages. Parties are scheduled for two hours and include one hour of horseback riding (horse led by farm staff) and one-hour use of indoor or outdoor picnic facilities.
Gymboree Play and Music of Greenville
980 Batesville Road, Suites D and E, Greer
864-288-1774
greenvsc@gymboreeclasses.com
http://gymboreeclasses.com
Age-appropriate birthday parties are available for ages 1 - 4. The state-of-the-art play floor has equipment designed specifically for young children.
Hearts of Clay Pottery Painting Studio
660 Spartan Blvd., Suite 20, Spartanburg
864-576-2228
theteam@heartsofclay.com
http://www.heartsofclay.com
Hearts of Clay party options include pottery painting, canvas painting, hand building with clay or glass fusion. A private party room holds up to 25, refrigerator provided.
Hillside Farm Horses, LLC
90 Paradise Court, Greenville
864-518-1878
hillsidefarmhorses@gmail.com
http://facebook.com/hillsidefarmhorses
Hillside Farm offers pony parties at the farm or on location. At the farm, several different options are offered, including DIY and full service parties. Optional add-ons include a bounce house, hayrides, unicorn rides and paint the pony.
Holly's Cakes LLC
1421 Stringer Road, Belton
864-224-6655
holly@hollyscakes.com
http://Hollyscakes.com
Custom cake designs are offered for birthdays and all occasions.
Joy Set Entertainment
Upstate
864-299-1949
http://www.joyset.com
Entertainment options include clowns, balloonists, face painters, magicians, characters and more.
Kangaroo Jax
2437 Laurens Road, Greenville
864-902-5297
info@kangaroojaxs.com
http://kangaroojaxs.com
Kangaroo Jax is a family fun center with bounce houses, a carousel and a Ferris wheel - all indoors. Birthday party packages and field trip discounts are available.
Kilwin's Chocolates
220 N. Main St., Suite 202, Greenville
864-241-2003
greenville@kilwins.com
https://www.kilwins.com/greenville
Chocolate dipping and decorating parties with upgraded options are available. See website for details.
Label Creations
10 Bartles Court, Simpsonville
864-303-5947
jackie@labelcreations.com
http://labelcreations.com
Personalized party favors are available.
LeMans Karting Greenville – Spartanburg
961 Berry Shoals Road, Duncan
864-412-3326
rick@lemanskarting.com
http://lemanskarting.com/greenville-spartanburg/private-parties
Choose from party packages or build your own. Packages include safety training, on track basics, a race evaluation and then a big final race.
Magic by Chris
864-871-0239
https://www.facebook.com/magicbychris83
Entertainment options include magic shows, balloon twister, face painting and more.
Michaels Stores
http://michaels.com/birthday
Michaels Stores are located in Simpsonville, Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson and Seneca. Party packages are available. Details are online.
Middle Tyger Family YMCA
720 Shoals Road, Duncan
864-433-9623
http://www.spartanburgymca.org
Kindergym/Zumba parties and pool parties are offered. Details are online.
Mille Lewis
1228 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville
864-299-1101
office@millielewisgreenville.com
http://millielewisgreenville.com
Parties are offered for children ages 5 - 11 and teens ages 12 and older. Call for details.
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza
100 McMillan St., Spartanburg
864-585-8897
http://gattispizza.com/locations/gattitown-spartanburg
Several party packages are available, including games, food and more.
NoteAbility Music School
2103 Old Spartanburg Road, Greer
864-434-1002
stephanie@noteabilitymusic.com
http://www.noteabilitymusic.com
Preschool parties for ages 1-4 start at $190 for 3 hours of event space usage and 30 minutes of guided music making time. Parties are available at the Hudson Road and After School Plus locations.
O-CHA tea bar
300 River St., Suite 122, Greenville
864-283-6702
info@ochateabaronline.com
http://www.ochateabaronline.com
Hot or iced tea parties are offered for all ages. Parties are limited to 20 people. Full lunch tea menus to just tea tastings are available. Themes include faeries, dress up, hello kitty, superhero, spa day and more.
Once Upon a Dream Parties & Boutique
1099 E. Butler Road, Suite 106, Greenville
864-421-2472
ouadp@yahoo.com
http://www.onceuponadreamparties.com
Princess parties are available with activities, games and a full array of entertainment options on location or at the boutique.
Otter Creek Waterpark
101 W. Darby Road, Greenville
864-834-4108
https://waterparks.greenvillerec.com/otter-creek
Open during summer months. Pool party packages include waterpark admission, food, party hut rental and more.
Par-Tee Time
124 Kay Drive, Unit B, Easley
864-269-8744
parteetimeinfo@gmail.com
https://par-teetime.com
Private and open play parties are available. Par-Tee Time Family Fun Center is an indoor play center with a large inflatable play zone, mini golf, batting cages and arcades.
Paintball Central
318 Tucapau Road, Wellford
866-421-7529
play@paintballcentral.com
http://www.paintballcentral.com
Paintball parties are available. See website for details.
Piano Central Studios
757 N. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville
864-232-5010
1622 Woodruff Road, Greenville
864-232-5010
info@PianoCentralStudios.com
https://www.pianocentralstudios.com/kindermusik-birthday-parties
Custom-created for ages 1 - 7, Kindermusik birthday parties are interactive and engaging. Each party includes dancing, singing, creative play, musical instruments, parachutes and more.
Pigtails & Crewcuts
2222 Augusta St., Suite 10, Greenville
864-248-4844
2815 Woodruff Road, Suite 105, Simpsonville
864-248-4844
greenville@pigtailsandcrewcuts.com
http://pigtailsandcrewcuts.com/greenville
Parties are available for princesses or pirates with dress up, arts and crafts and more in the salon's party room. Parties are led and cleaned up by staff.
Plate 108
108 E. Poinsett St., Greer
864-915-2640
events@upstatenutrition.net
http://www.plate108.com
Party options include Cupcake Wars, Pizza Wars and make your own Pasta. Compete in teams and race against the clock to create delicious, creative and decorative cupcakes or pizza or learn how to make pasta from scratch.
Pump It Up
75 Brookfield Oaks Drive, Suite 100, Greenville
864-987-9022
sc.greenville@pumpitupparty.com
http://www.pumpitupparty.com/greenville-sc
440 Southport Commerce Blvd., Spartanburg
864-547-6232
sc.spartanburg@pumpitupparty.com
http://pumpitupparty.com/spartanburg-sc
Parties combine imagination, inflatables and rock climbing. Staff sets up, coordinates food and beverages and cleans up. Parties are completely private during both play time and party room time. Add-ons include a balloon drop, bubble parties and glow-in-the-dark parties.
Regal Cinemas
https://www.regmovies.com/theaters/birthday-parties
Host a party at the movies. Details and printable invitations are available online.
Revolution Martial Arts and Performance Fitness
6400 Highway 9, Inman
864-578-0557
revolutionmartialarts@yahoo.com
http://www.rmapf.com
Bring your own food, decorations, drinks and cake. Parties include ninja sword cake cutting, activities, a free one-month pass for all guests, goodie bags and a T-shirt for the birthday child.
Rockstar Cheer Greenville
428 S. Buncombe Road, Greer
864-848-1983
https://rockstarcheer.com/greenville/about-us
Learn more about party options online. Experienced staff run the festivities.
Roller Time Skating Academy
864-561-2172
rollertimeskatingacademy@gmail.com
http://www.rollertime.net
Roller Time Skating Academy is a come-to-you roller skating academy. Learn roller skating from the beginner stage all the way to competition level. Birthday parties incorporate fun and instruction all in one.
Safe Haven & Educational Adventures, Inc.
864-246-4425
info@rescueexotics.org
http://www.rescueexotics.org
This nonprofit exotic animal sanctuary has a large variety of animals that can be brought on location.
Shipwreck Cove
119 S. Spencer St., Duncan
864-949-0290
shipwreckcovewaterpark@gmail.com
https://www.shipwreckcovewaterpark.com
Shipwreck Cove provides party packages that include park admission, cabana rental, a party host, food, paper products and more. Birthday kids have all-day access to the waterpark with their admission. A playground is available at adjacent Stone Ledge Park.
Skateland USA
4142 Clemson Blvd., Anderson
864-224-8175
Anderson Two party rooms are available for pizza, cake, gifts and more. A small practice rink is available for beginners. A two-hour party package includes one hour of skating.
South Carolina Children's Theatre
1200 Pendleton St., Greenville
864-235-2885
jill@scchildrenstheatre.org
https://scchildrenstheatre.org/birthdays
SCCT Birthday parties let the birthday boy or girl shine. Choose from a variety of themes. Details are online.
Spare Time Entertainment
822 Congaree Road, Greenville
864-412-0299
mdiehl@bowlne.com
http://www.sparetimeentertainment.com/greenville
Parties include a host who handles decorations to clean up. Party options include bowling, laser tag missions, Game Zone play, pizza and more, with a variety of add-on items available.
Spartanburg Science Center
200 E. Saint John St., Spartanburg
864-583-2777
mlevens@spartanarts.org
http://spartanburgsciencecenter.org
Have a STEAM birthday party with a 45 minute - 1-hour program during a two-hour party time. Party options for ages 3 and older include animals, chemistry, outer space, star lab, slime and premium slime.
Spartanburg Parks
http://spartanburgparks.org
A variety of park facilities are available for rent. See website for details.
Sportsclub Kids
712 Congaree Road, Greenville
864-906-2901
lbayne@sportsclubsc.com
http://sportsclubkids.com
Choose a completely customized party with any theme and options for all ages. A wide variety of activities are available, including sports (basketball, soccer, dodgeball, etc.), arts and crafts, scavenger hunts and more. Pool parties are available year-round in an indoor pool.
Sugah Cakes
147 S. Pine St., Spartanburg
864-585-3228
sugahcakessc@gmail.com
http://www.sugahcakes.com
The cupcake bus can supply cupcakes, cookies and other refreshments, but on location cupcake and cookie decorating are also available. Invitations, paper products and favors are all available from the retail store.
Sweet Retreat
510 E. Halfway Branch Road, Walhalla
864-885-0887
http://sweetretreatfun.com
The facility offers a wide selection of frozen yogurt and ice cream combinations with over 30 fresh ingredients, mini golf, go-carts and a newly built arcade that includes games and laser tag.
The Big E
1100 Factory Shops Blvd., Gaffney
864-489-1515
http://thebigegaffney.com/page/2241/Birthday-Parties
Choose from a variety of party packages. Details are online.
The Children's Museum of the Upstate-Greenville
300 College St., Greenville
864-233-7755
info@tcmupstate.org
http://tcmupstate.org
TCMU-Greenville offers a variety of party packages that include all-day museum exploration for party guests, 90 minutes in a private party room, a birthday party host to facilitate, set up and clean up, decorations, cupcakes, juice and more. Choose from themes ranging from LEGOs, Dinosaurs, Art, Royal Tea Party and more.
The Children's Museum of the Upstate-Spartanburg
130 Magnolia St., Spartanburg
864-553-7952
info@tcmupstate.org
http://spartanburg.tcmupstate.org
TCMU-Spartanburg offers party packages for ages 5 and younger that include all-day admission for guests, a reserved private party room, a host to facilitate activity, set up and clean up, cupcakes, party theme and activity, decorations and paper goods. Choose between a daytime party package or new packages that include exclusive after hours use of the museum.
The Kroc Center
424 Westfield St., Greenville
864-527-5948
http://krocgreenville.org/rentals/#parties
Party options include the gym, pool, bounce houses and more, as well as a party room and game room. Details are online.
The Pavilion Recreation Complex
400 Scottswood Road, Taylors
864-322-7529
https://pavilion.greenvillerec.com
Bounce house and ice skating party packages are available. Details are online.
The Snow Castle
2109 Woodruff Road, Greenville
864-320-1480
http://www.thesnowcastle.com
Shaved ice, mobile castle carts and more are offered.
Thomas E. Hannah YMCA
151 Ribault St., Spartanburg
864-585-0306
sluhrsen@spartanburgymca.org
http://www.spartanburgymca.org
Parties are offered in two hour increments on Saturdays and Sundays with an indoor water slide and water features.
Upcountry History Museum - Furman University
540 Buncombe St., Greenville
864-467-3100
info@upcountryhistory.org
http://www.UpcountryHistory.org
Parties include a private birthday party room, a birthday party activity, admission for 12 children and 2 adults, goodie bags and more. Themes include Magic Tree House, American Girl, Choo Choo Train (through August 2019), Alice in Wonderland (through September 2019) and Military History.
Upstate Karate
129 N. Main St., Simpsonville
864-967-3930
gloriathompson@upstatekarate.com
http://upstatekarate.com
Parties include two hours of karate and ninja games. Pizza, drinks, all paper products and goodie bags are provided, as well as a cake cutting ceremony.
Upstate Party Rentals
10858 Anderson Road, Piedmont
864-871-0239
https://upstatepartyrentals.com
A variety of party supplies, live entertainment, inflatables and more are available.
USA Play
1200 Woodruff Road, Suite B5, Greenville
864-297-6410
play@usa-play.com
http://www.usa-play.com
Private parties are available in the 6,000 square foot showroom filled with playsets and basketball goals, with swings, slides, rock walls, rope ladders and more. Packages include paper products and a hostess to serve guests.
Wildlife Geeks
843-592-8079
theanimalgeeks@yahoo.com
https://www.wildlifegeeks.com
Wildlife Geeks combines animals, wildlife conservation and adventure. Parties at your location include a variety of mammals, reptiles and amphibians.
Wine and Design
1175 Woods Crossing Road, Suite 1B, Greenville
864-288-1260
greenvillesc@wineanddesign.com
http://www.wineanddesign.com/calendars/greenville-sc
A variety of private and public paint and sip parties are available for all ages, groups and talents. Art Buzz Kids events spark creativity and imagination in an interactive setting.
Yellowbobbypins Art Camp
10 Spring Valley Road, Greenville
864-238-0599
info@yellowbobbypins.com
http://www.yellowbobbypins.com
Parties are tailored to your theme and include an art teacher, art supplies and rental of in-home studio for up to two hours. Parties are recommended for ages 2-10.
Zooligans Bouncers
864-508-6620
zooligansbouncer@gmail.com
http://www.zooligansbouncers.com
Rental options include a selection of bounce houses, combos, water slides and more.
Zoomball Entertainment
864-402-9205
info@zoomball.net
http://www.zoomball.net
Defy gravity inside the ZoomBall. Bounce around in a race or a game of bumper soccer with ZoomBumpers inside an inflatable strap-on ball. For younger children, ZoomBoats are available, as well as a Summer Bounce Globe. Add on music, snow cones, tables and chairs to any event.