Time to celebrate your child’s birthday in the Champaign-Urbana area?
Who doesn’t love a good birthday party? Don’t know where to start? We can help. Here’s our guide to children’s birthday parties in the Champaign-Urbana area. With this roundup of local entertainers, venues and suppliers you’re sure to find something for your child’s party.
Thanks to I-Power School of Gymnastics, Inc for presenting our 2021-22 birthday party guide. I-Power School of Gymnastics offers birthday parties at its main gym facility and academy. Parties for ages 4-14 are available at either the Main Gym (215 S. Staley) or the Ninja Gym in the Academy (221 S. Staley). Specialized preschool parties for ages 1-5 are available at the Preschool Gym in the Academy. I-Power offers four tiers of parties at the main gym and can include balloons, bouncy house options, popcorn, paper products, themed parties, and cupcakes. For more information, check out their website, Facebook page, or call (217) 359-3547.
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Sit back and have fun while Kona Ice of Champaign takes care of everything. They bring the party directly to you. Kona’s beautiful trucks with flashing lights and upbeat music will get everyone in the party mood. Kids and adults love trying their many flavors. You can flavor your own Kona Ice at their signature Flavorwave or choose from their specialty menu. They even have completely sugar free options. The best part…Kona Ice is nutritious and delicious. All of their products are gluten, fat, peanut and dairy free. All products contain Vitamins C & D!
Materials Provided: Kona Ice of Champaign takes care of it all. They pull right up to your location and serve delicious Kona Ice to the guest of honor and all the party goers. The guest of honor receives a special Kona Ice cup, birthday goodie bag, and a personalized sign on the side of our truck. Their trucks are completely self contained and they don’t require electrical hook up and don’t operate with a loud generator.
Parent Comment: Kona Ice is amazing! They are so easy to work with. They have great communication, awesome flavors, and always make our kids feel so special. Whether we have Kona Ice as a treat or a planned fixture at a party, it’s always a hit. The owner really cares about his community and it shows, and I really appreciate that. -Lauren M. from Champaign
For More Information: Website, Facebook, Instagram, or call 217-974-5662
Let Sign Gypsies add a fun and colorful yard sign to help celebrate! Each sign is designed with input from you to create a display that showcases each person’s favorite colors, hobbies, and interests. Sign Gypsies makes it super simple, and they take care of everything for you! A yard greeting includes the message, delivery, set-up, and pick up.
Parent Comment: “The setup and the items picked for my daughter’s birthday sign were absolutely perfect!! Will use them time and time again!!”
For More Information: Website, Facebook, Instagram, or Call (217) 215-5414
University of Illinois Athletics
Come enjoy your kid’s birthday with the Fighting Illini. Each party will receive a VIP experience that includes hot dogs, popcorn, reserved seating, cupcakes and more. To make it even better, the party recipient will receive a video board message and a special team item. Additional party experiences vary depending on the sport. For more information, click here.
Materials Provided: Table cloths will be provided; however, decorations will not. Staff are available to assist during the birthday party.
For More Information: Website or Call (217) 358-9610
Whether you prefer to celebrate birthdays outside, by sliding and splashing in a pool, or by getting slimy or crafty with friends, Urbana Park District offers many options for celebrating the guest of the day. Click on each facility to find the perfect party.
Rentals are available at the Anita Purves Nature Center, Brookens Gym, Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center, Phillips Recreation Center, or the Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center.
Rental availability varies by season. There are no rentals at Anita Purves Nature Center, Phillips Recreation Center or the Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center during the summer; rentals at Brookens are not available during early voting. Rentals are only available at Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center during the summer.
For More Information: Website or Call (217) 367-1544
Magic and Monsters Face Painting
Magic and Monsters Face Painting offers face painting as well as glitter tattoos at festivals and private events. They will work with the coordinator of your event to make custom designs specific to the event.
Materials Provided: Magic and Monsters Face Painting will provide all of the paint they need as well as set-up materials. They will travel to your event with all supplies needed.
Parent Comment: “We loved having Skyla offer face painting at our daughter’s birthday party. It was a unique experience for the kids. They also loved the glitter tattoos that lasted several days. A big plus was that it was extremely affordable.”
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