Friday, May 22, 2015

DFW Birthday Parties on the CHEAP (Under $200)

I've thought to myself so many times how simple my birthday parties used to be...I don't think I ever had a party anywhere but my house growing up!  I always had a blast..but with today's Pinterest inspired birthday extravaganzas, us mommy's are headed towards guilt if we don't think of something great, right?  The pressure is on!  But, who's to say you can't have an unbelievably FUN birthday party for your precious kiddo and NOT go into debt??  You can do it...and the best part is that you don't have to clean up the mess afterwards which makes it completely worth it in the end.

I've compiled a list of over 30 places to have birthday parties around the Keller/N. Fort Worth (and surrounding) area for UNDER $200!  Some even as low as $30...yup...and some even for FREE!  You read that right...so here ya go!  ENJOY!  Of course, if there are any others out there I may have list PLEASE let me know in the comments section!

Please always double check pricing by contacting each location using the 'more info' link.  Prices are always subject to change.

Churches
1) The Hills Church of Christ - 3 locations - Southlake, NRH & West FW.  All 3 campuses have playscape areas for booking parties for $50.  Southlake location is $60.  More info

2) The Ark (GracePoint Church) - Coppell, Tx.  Great location and reasonably priced.  $180 for non-members, $90 for members.  More info

3) Paradise Pond (First Baptist Grapevine) - Grapevine, Tx.  Paradise Pond books FAST!  You'll need to book up to 6 months in advance.  Parties start at $150.  More info

4) The Tubes, Irving Bible Church - Irving, Tx.  Great place - lots of tubes and fun for you kids to play, $50 fee for this place!  More info

5) The Cube, Compass Church - Colleyville, Tx.  Call for party info: 817-906-1478

6) Christ Chapel Bible Church - (Downtown) Fort Worth, Tx.  I have not personally been here, but they do have parties for $50!  More info

7) First Baptist Church Colleyville - Colleyville, Tx.  I have attended a party at this church in their Jungle themed indoor playscape, however I cannot find information on their website.  Try calling them for information at 817-281-4158, or try googling for more info.


Outdoors
1) Homestead Farms - Keller, Tx.  Goat farm with chickens, rabbits, pigs.  Playground with see-saw and includes a hayride and guided tour for $85.  More info

2) Bear Creek Park Pavillions - Keller, Tx.  You can reserve a pavilion at several locations with awesome parks/playgrounds right next to them.  Bear Creek, Johnson Rd, Keller Sports, Keller Smithfield (zipline park), Overton Ridge.  All starting at $30-$40.  More info

Grapevine rental info can be found HERE
3) Casey's Clubhouse - Grapevine, Tx.  Great park in Grapevine next to a splash pad.  Starting at $60-$120.
4) Parr Park - Grapevine, Tx.  Playground and Splash pad.  Great for summer parties!  Starting at $60.
5) Dove Waterpark - Grapevine, Tx.  Near Casey's Clubhouse park.
6) Pleasant Glade Pool - Grapevine, Tx.  Table Pizza Party starting at $175.
7) Grapevine REC Pool/Play - Grapevine, Tx.  Open Swim Party starting at $175, Open Play party starting at $150.

8) Forest Park Miniature Train - Call ahead for info.  You will purchase group rate tickets based on your party.  Details will need to be worked out over the phone.  817-336-3328  More info

9) Adventure Land Park - North Richland Hills, Tx.  Call for more info on reserving a pavilion.  More info

10) Bob Jones Nature Center - Southlake, Tx.  Hidden gym in Southlake with loads of indoor/outdoor nature activities.  Party themes included, you pick the theme, they decorate!!  Starting at $180.  More info

11) Bicentennial Park - Southlake, Tx.  Booking info coming soon!


Indoors
1) Fire Station Tour - Several Locations, call your local fire department for details - Typically this is FREE.  They do a short safety talk on fire prevention, tour the department and tour the emergency vehicles.

2) Keller Pointe - Keller, Tx.  Pool Party - Starting at $165.  More info

3) Tornado Terry's - Keller, Tx.  Local Arcade gallery with old school and current video games.  Up to 8 people starting at $115.  Recommended for ages 6 and up.  More info

4) Frontiers of Flight - Dallas, Tx.  Great museum for your kiddo that LOVES flying and airplanes!  Starts at $140.  More info

6) Going Bonkers - Lewisville, Tx.  Great indoor playscape - loads of tubes/slides!  Walk in parties are welcome (generally cheaper) and party packages start at $90.  More info

7) NRH Centre - North Richland Hills, Tx.  Open Swim party starting at $150.  More info

8) Celebrations Event Center - Keller, Tx.  This great little place is super for little kiddos up to age 6-7.  Equipped with a small village (including a barber shop, jailhouse, movie theatre, firehouse, costumes, large wooden train and bounce house) your kids will have a blast here.  Weekend parties and add-ons can get expensive but if you book during the weekday parties start at $150.  More info

9) Altitude Toddler Time Party - Keller, Tx.  Toddler time is M-F 10am-1pm.  If you have a party during this time, you should just have to pay admission for the children who attend the party.  2yo and younger is FREE.  3yo and up is just at $3-5 per child.  Call for details.  817-741-JUMP

10) United Cheer - Keller, Tx.  GREAT spot to run your kids ragged.  Includes gym space and a bouncy house room.  You'll spend time in both areas.  Gym includes large rock wall with slides, foam pit and running trampoline strip.  Bouncy house room typically has about 3-4 different bounce houses for lots of fun.  Parties start at $150.  More info

11) Brunswick Zone - Watauga, Tx.  Who doesn't love to bowl?  Have a great time bowling and eating pizza.  Parties start at $12.99 per child for 2 hrs of bowling and cheese pizza.  Add ons available.  More info

12) Sunshine Glaze - Southlake, Tx.  Pottery and Paint with your little ones - great for artistic and creative kids!  Parties start at $18 per child, min of 8 children.  More info

13) Artful Mayhem - Keller, Tx.  Little Artists will LOVE this place in downtown Keller.  Parties start at $100!  More info

14) Let's Pretend Tea Parties - Grapevine, Tx.  Does your little one love to pretend tea time and dress up?  Then this is perfect for her and her friends!  Includes dress up, make up, cupcakes and tea!  Starting at $12.95 per little lady (or gent).  More info

15) Nickelmania - Carrollton, Tx.  Arcades and games for a nickel!!  Kids will have fun and it won't cost a lot!  $20 deposit for tables (which will also go towards what you spend) and you can bring your own nickels, food, cake and drinks!  This party may be more for your older kids.  More info

16) Laser Quest - North Richland Hills, Tx.  Who doesn't like a good adrenaline pumping game of laser tag?  Packages starting at $13 per person (min. of 8 people).  More info

17) Rollerworld Northeast - Watauga, Tx.  Have a blast from the past and do the hokey-pokey!  Packages startint at $100.  More info

18) Home Depot - FREE - Call your local Home Depot for more information.  They will set up a table for your refreshments/food, provide aprons, hats, measuring tape and even a project for you to complete.  How fun for you little handy-person!

19) Cabelas - Fort Worth, Tx.  Cost is $150 for 3 hours of FUN.  If your child is a fan of hunting and outdoors this is the place to have your party!  They provide space in one of their conference rooms with tables/chairs, free water, tokens for bday boy/girl, fish food to feed the fish and an optional scavenger hunt.  All food must be catered by the Cabela's Grill, however, cake and ice cream can be brought in by you.

Other Ideas (these may be MORE than $200):
1) Funny Business - Hire clowns, characters, face painters, petting zoo, balloon artists, etc.  I cannot comment on pricing as you have to request a pricing quote.  More info

2) Looking for Disney fairytale characters?  Try Fairy Tale Princess Parties DFW.  More info

3) Stockyard Stables - Fort Worth, Tx.  Have a western themed party at this fabulous venue!  More info

4) Trinity River Farm - N. Arlington, Tx.  Fancy horse stables and horseback riding available!  More info

5) The Royal Party Room - Fairy, Barbie, Princess, Diva...LOTS of girl (and boy) themed parties!  More info

6) Noah's Ark Animal Workshop - This is similar to Build-A-Bear, but it will come to your party!  Starting at $13-$18 per child.  More info

7) Polar Ice House (Skating Rink) - Grapevine, Tx.  Experienced skaters will have a blast on the ice!  Call for more information on booking.  More info