Birthday Parties Nearby

Children's Birthday Party Options Near Dover

- See Boston Central's Kids Birthday Party listings here.

Ideas for Party Favors:

- See some great personalized party favor websites recommended by the WSJ here.

- For Bulk Webkinz orders, try this website - lil Kinz for about $6 each and usually free shipping

Know some more birthday party options nearby?  Leave a comment!

Location	Cost	Features
Charles River YMCA, Needham 781-449-6646	$150+ (14 kids) can add extras Pool Parties too	rent the great playroom at the active family center on Chestnut St - best for smaller kids.  Slides, playhouse, foam shapes, tunnels, small eating area for cake. Website has almost no info on parties - call or drop in for a brochure with all the options
Parent Talk Room @ Caryl School, Dover	$50	Only in town party room...Must be Parent Talk Member to rent
Exxcel Gymnastics, Newton, 617-244-3300	$300 (20 kids for gymnastics or 15 for climbing or 12 for yoga)	not only gymnastics - yoga parties for ages 3+, climbing wall parties for ages 7+ & a zip line... See Boston Central review here.
Creative Movement & Arts, Needham 781-449-2707	$285 members $350 nonmembers Ages 1-7	staff really does it all for you. great birthday parties in a nice facility behind the Needham Library
Boston Sports Clubs, Wellesley 781.263.5700		gymnastics, sports, swim and more.  Even have laser tag parties (only for 6+)
American Girl @ Natick Collection	$450 for 8 guests ($25 for each addl - 14 person max) book 90 days in advance	Two hours of fun in a private and exclusive section of the store where dedicated American Girl Event Hosts will lead games and activities, plus provide dining service. Includes goody bags, group photo & special cake plate for birthday girl.
Linx, Wellesley 781-235-3210 x248	LINX can send  invitations, handle RSVP's, goodie bags,  menus, order food/cake, take pictures and pre-address thank you cards	american girl parties (matching hairdo & tshirt) and tons of other themes
Kids U, Needham, 781-444-8255	$350 for 20 kids	Awesome playquad to run around in & trampoline in gym.  Really nice parties - kids can burn off a lot of energy here. Nice party room with lots of space
Gymnastics Express, Natick 508-650-1662	$250 for 15 kids	includes balloon for each guest
Gymboree, Newton, 617-244-2988	$200s	parachute, songs, etc. Some info here.  Call for specifics.  See Boston Central's review here & save $20.
MyGym, Newton & Walpole 617-243-9496 508-850-9992		Cool Zip line ride for all & wagon ride for birthday child.  Fun spot  See reviews here at Boston Central
Lookout Farm, So Natick 508–653–0653	$400 for 20 kids	petting zoo, kids play area, hay ride or train ride, caterpillar rides
Natick Community Organic Farm 508-655-2204	$75 for ed room rental $25 extra for farm tour totally parent run & planned	Picnic tables, barn & kitchen available for use
Bowlaway Needham, 781-444-9614	$15 or $17 per person or $380/hour for private parties	kids love cosmic bowling.  Good location near Harvey's. cosmic bowling can be loud & disorienting. small alley & can get crowded.  party area not a separate room
Ryan Family Bowling, Millis 508-376-1101	$11-$15/per person	mystic bowling & ticket typhoon booth. large bowling alley with separate party rooms
Kathy McCrohon Dance , Needham 781-444-9711	$150 for 15 kids	great themes
Needham Dance Theatre, 781-449-5585	$140 for 12 kids
Crazy Jayne's 29 Main St Natick 508-651-2318	Pottery painting: $2 + $5 to $50 pottery Sundaes: $4/ guest plus $25 party fee up to 15 kids	90 minute Parties can be scheduled any day of the week from noon to mid to late evening Make your own sundaes - birthday child chooses up to 6 toppings and helps scoop behind the counter may bring your own food too see article here
Plaster Fun Time, Newton & Dedham,	$10.99 per child	pick from all kinds of plaster shapes to paint. kids love it - take home your creation the same day.  Can get crowded.
Sweet Beads, Wellesley 781-237-7727		creative birthday parties for ages 6 years old and up
Blue Bunny, Dedham 781-493-6568	Parties are limited to 12 participants                       maximum due to space restrictions.	You can rent the workshop room and run your own                       party, or contact them to find out about opportunities to                       schedule a preschool storytime birthday party, or a crafting                       party for school-aged kids with a Blue Bunny staff member                       to lead the activities.
Kids Place For Fun, Needham, (781) 444-2325	projects costs only, no space use fee	sleep under parties, "mining" for gems, make stuffed animals, ceramics, mosaics, Fun spot for parties - new location.
Create a Cook, Newton 617-795-2223	$350 for 10 kids (includes meal & cake)	pick a meal to cook and decorate a birthday cupcake. beautiful facility near intersection of winchester st & rte 9 in Newton
Build a Bear, Natick Mall	starts at $10/person
SnipIts, Chestnut Hill		hairstyling fun for girls
Girl Talk At the Spa, Newton, (617) 796-9700	$450-$550	make your own lip gloss, haristyling, manicures - see below for "spas" that come to you
McGolf Mini Golf, Dedham 781-326-9616		On Rte 109
Dedham Community Theatre, 781-326-0409	$185 for up to 30 people	popcorn, soda & cotton candy available for $1/item
West Newton Cinema 617-964-8074	$225 for 20 people	includes popcorn & drink
Potters Place, Walpole 508-660-9536	$130 for 8 kids (15 max)
Wellesley Park & Rec Party Room	$125 for party room rental & kids gym	More info here.  Children's Room for ages 2-5 and the Gym & kitchen for ages 6+.

Parties that Come to YOU:

Baystate Rental 1-800-439-5261		all kinds of bounce houses and other party rentals
Mad Science Birthdays		cotton candy making, rocket launches,  super putty, bouncing balls
Lil Folk Farm, Holliston, 508-429-1700		from Boston Globe article: $140 for an hour with one pony, $240 for an hour with two ponies, and $350 an hour for a pony and the petting zoo. Add $1 per mile for fuel from Holliston.
Red Balloon Company, 617-501-6296	$150	from Boston Globe article
Paint N Party Glamour Girlz Party	starts at $8.50 per person
Garden Girl Spa Parties	coming soon
Rainforest Reptiles		If your child loves snakes, lizards and alligators, this is the party for you.  Rainforest Reptiles' programs are great!