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ACC Leisure Services: Gymnastics Parties at Bishop Park
Parties consist of one hour of exciting gymnastics challenges and 30 minutes in one of the party areas. A personal party coach stays with each group of up to 15 children, and a personal party host will assist parents in the party area. Parents provide cake, juice boxes, additional favors and decorations. Plain paper goods including invitations, plates, napkins, and forks for your party participants are provided. The birthday child will receive a T-shirt, and all guests will receive a special gift.
Cost: $120 for up to 15 children in attendance; $200 for 16 to 25 children; $30 for each additional birthday child
Ages: 3-12
Phone: 706-613-3589
Web site: www.athensclarkecounty.com/bishop

ACC Leisure Services: Sandy Creek Nature Center Birthday Parties
Celebrate your birthday at Sandy Creek Nature Center! The two-hour party includes a 45-minute nature program of one’s choice. Program topics include: Turtle Time, Super Snakes, Wildlife Adventure or Dynamic Dinos. The remaining time is for cake, gifts, cleanup, etc. Partygoers will enjoy up-close animal encounters, Discovery Trail hikes and an inside party room with tables, chairs and kitchen access, including microwave, ice machine and refrigerator.
Cost: The cost for up to 20 children is $95 and $65 for Sandy Creek Nature Center, Inc. members. The fee is due in full at the time the party is booked.
Ages: 4-12
Location: Sandy Creek Nature Center
Phone: 706-613-3615
Web site: www.athensclarkecounty.com/sandycreeknaturecenter

ACC Leisure Services: Zoo Parties at Bear Hollow Zoo
Make your next celebration a wild affair! Our three-hour zoo parties include use of our air-conditioned Zoo Operations Building, a custom zoo tour and educational animal program, and a Bear Hollow T-shirt. For an additional fee, a one-of-a-kind specialty gourmet zoo cake in the shape of your favorite animal and tableware can be included.  30-guest limit.
Cost: Basic Party Package ($75) and Deluxe Party Package ($125)
Ages: 2-12
Location: Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park
Phone: 706-613-3580
Web site: www.athensclarkecounty.com/bearhollow

Active Climbing
Birthday parties in a separate room and private kitchen, plenty of spaces for parents and grandparents to sit and watch. The children will get the safety equipment, fancy climbing shoes and with proper instruction, our staff will get them up on the wall in no time. We’ll even set up the table, plates and stuff, one drink for each climber, birthday climber gets a free T-shirt. We take care of the clean ups. In addition to climbing, we’ve got tunnels behind walls, a super slide, a rope swing and a friendly giant named Rocky that helps the children climb!
Ages: 6 and up (the little ones pay $10 to play, slide or swing)
Phone: 706-354-0038
Web site: www.activeclimbing.com/climbing-parties/

Alice DePass Studio of Dance
Celebrate your birthday with a wonderful dance party! When you schedule your party, you may choose one of our themes or make a special request. You bring the food, and we provide the fun! Each party includes a dance class and crafts, and the opportunity to enjoy an energetic and creative time.
Cost: Call for details
Ages: 3 and up
Phone: (706) 769-1177
Web site: www.depassstudioofdance.com

Ann Peden Jewelry
Celebrate with friends making beautiful handcrafted jewelry. Choose your colors and theme from the large supply of custom Ann Peden charms and materials. Includes instruction, games, cake and drinks. Everything you need for a wonderfully fun party! Located in the Town Center, downtown Watkinsville.
Cost: $12/participant; minimum 8, maximum 12. 90 minutes.
Ages: 6 and up
Phone: 706-310-1357
Web site: www.annpedenjewelry.com

ARTini’s Open Art Studio & Gallery
Let your children’s creative juices flow... ARTini’s has children’s sessions on Saturday afternoons at 1 p.m. called ARTeenies. You can hold your child’s birthday celebration during a regular ARTeenies session (you may bring whatever food you wish into the studio), or you may hold a private event. All supplies (apron, brushes, paint, canvas) are supplied, and your child gets to enjoy creating art in a space where a little mess is A-OK. Although aprons are provided, it is suggested that old clothes are worn. Private event pricing depends on the day/time of day and is tailored to your needs, so please call the studio to inquire.
Cost: $25 per child for regular two-hour ARTeenies session
Ages: 6-12
Phone: 706-353-8530
Web site: www.artinisartlounge.com

Canopy
Non-profit flying aerial dance trapeze, movement arts and performance center. Parties may include lesson and time on the trapeze. Trapeze incorporates elements of dance, yoga, play and circus arts.
Cost: 90 minute party includes one hour with Canopy-trained trapeze instructor(s)/ $160. Add a short performance at the end of your party for an additional $15. Performance gratuity is greatly appreciated.
Ages: 3 and up
Contact: Melissa Roberts, Director
Phone: 706-549-8501
Web site: canopystudio.com

Creative Cookies & Creamery
Party includes use of kiddie korral for one hour, cookie decorating kits, 12” custom cookie cake or 6” gourmet ice cream cake, drinks, paper products, balloon for the b-day child and a visit from Bessie the Cow! Balloons, ice cream and favors available for purchase.
Cost: $ 8.99 per child (min. of 8)/use of kiddie korral for one hour
Ages: all ages
Phone: 706-548-5888
Web site: www.creativecookiesandcreamery.com

Funopolis Family Fun Center
A variety of fun-filled packages are available to make your child’s big day special. Each package includes: Your own private party room and hostess. Brightly colored paper goods, balloon centerpiece, food, game cards, attractions, goody bags and set up and clean up so the parents can sit back relax and have fun!  Themed goods are available and some include a visit by the character of the theme.
Cost: Varied, depending on the package, starting at $13.95
per person
Ages: All ages
Phone: 706-335-3866
Web site: www.funopolisfamilyfuncenter.com

Glitz Party Blitz
Description: We offer online party supplies, decorations and favors for 1st birthdays, car racing, pink tween, celebrating sweet sixteen and more. Our themes change often
Phone: 1-866-282-2808
Web site: www.glitzpartyblitz.com

Good Dirt
Our two-hour clay party is the perfect opportunity for your child to have fun with friends and to make a unique, colorful earthenware creation. Instructors will demonstrate a variety of techniques for creating functional or sculptural hand-built projects, and partygoers will make their very own creation and decorate it with colored clay slips. All projects will be finished with a glossy food-safe glaze and fired in our kilns to make a lasting keepsake from your celebration.
Cost: $15/child; $150 group minimum, $75 deposit to reserve
your time.
Ages: All ages
Phone: 706-355-3161
Web site: www.gooddirt.net
Note: Parents, come have your party with us – Adult Birthday Parties are $20/adult; $160 minimum

Her MajesTea Parties
We bring the party to you! From invitations to clean up, we create an unforgettable party while you relax and enjoy the royal treatment! All of our parties include fine china and linen table settings, centerpieces, tiered serving trays, character party host, favors, use of dress up accessories, face painting, story time or craft, tea foods and our signature cupcakes. Choose from our party themes or contact us about creating your own. We offer Princess, Harry Potter, Rock Diva, Frog Prince, Alice in Wonderland, American Girls, Fancy Nancy, Teddy Bear’s Tea and Victorian Tea. We also offer adult party themes.
Cost: Call for prices
Ages: 3 and up
Phone: 678-656-7243
Web site: www.hermajesteaparties.com

INK - Interactive Neighborhood for Kids
A hands-on children’s museum where children can role play and learn through practical experiences about being a banker, grocery store clerk, doctor, dentist and much more. All exhibits are designed to provide a unique experience and to actively engage young minds (not to mention, it’s just plain fun). A variety of birthday packages are available and include admission for 16 children and unlimited adults. Large party room, T-shirt for b-day child, and you can even paint your own pottery.
Cost: $125 and up
Ages: Most ages will enjoy
Phone: 770-536-1900
Web site: www.inkfun.org

Jazzercise of Watkinsville
We offer birthday parties that include exercise and fun! We provide the set up, and you provide the guests, snacks and cake! They will have fun as they dance to the latest music and play games that will really get them (and parents) into a “groove”!
Cost: $150/2 hours
Ages: 4-11
Phone: 706-310-9878
Web site: www.jazzercise.com

Leap Trapeze - High Flying Trapeze School
Description: "Fly through the air with the greatest of ease" - We are Georgia's only High Flying Trapeze School, located right here in Athens. Please consider us for your next birthday party. It will be an experience your kids and their friends will not soon forget! After a brief ground lesson, party participants will be flying on the trapeze (just like you have seen in the circus). All flying is done in safety lines and over a net. Our instructors were former Circus Instructors or Mini Club Counselors for Club Med. We know kids, and we know what they think is fun!
Cost: Starting @ $225 1 - 2.5 hours depending on number of participants
Ages: 5 and Up
Phone: 706-705-2055
Web site: www.leaptrapeze.com
Additional information: info@leaptrapeze.com

Miss Lollipop the Clown
Miss Lollipop will have you laughing at her silly attempts at magic.  She will transform children into Butterflies, Princesses, Spiderman, Batman and more. She will twist balloons into animals, hats and flowers.
Cost: Call for prices on 1 hour parties and 1 1/2 hour parties.
Ages: First birthday, 100th birthday or anything in between
Phone: 770-378-2722
Web site: misslollipoptheclown.com

Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department
Several parks offer rentals for parties. Fields, courts, pavilions and activity rooms are available for rent.
Phone: 706-769-3965
Web site: Visit www.ocprd.com for rates and details.

Oconee Gymnastics Center
Kids love gymnastics parties! Parties include use of the facility (up to 20 children), white paper goods (cake plates, cups, napkins and spoons) and party instructor.
Cost: $199
Ages: Anyone can rent the facility for any type of party (birthday, team, holiday)
Contact: Katina Buffa
Phone: 706-769-1239
Web site: www.oconeegymnastics.com

Oconee Youth School of Performance
Celebrate your child’s special day at Oconee Youth School of Performance. Birthdays at OYSP are sure to be a hit and there’s no hassle...all you have to do is supply the cake, and we’ll supply the entertainment! We have many popular birthday themes to fit any child and all parties conclude with a performance at the end for all the parents. Add costumes and you’ll really have some great photo opportunities!
Phone: 706-769-2677
Web site: www.oypoysp.com

Pump It Up
Bouncing. Sliding. Climbing. Tumbling. Private party facility filled with interactive inflatables that engage and challenge children. Pump It Up takes care of the organization, child supervision, party set up and clean up so that parents can relax and enjoy the party too!
Cost: Check Web site or call for party plans
Ages: 2 and up
Contact: John Begnaud
Phone: 706-613-5676
Web site: www.pumpitupparty.com

Southern Belles & Beaus
Two party packages to choose from: Tea party for up to six children begins in the dress-up room, and guests are served finger sandwiches, fruit, lemonade “tea” and cupcakes on our china. Package includes party favors, decorations and small cake for birthday child. Visit with Belle or a special Princess who will do girls make-up, sing and spend special time with party girl and guests. Space provided for cake, presents, etc.
Cost: 1.5-2 hours. Tea party $175 for up to 6 children, $8 each additional child.
Ages: All ages
Contact: Marjorie or Brenda
Phone: 706-769-5375

Space Walk of Clarke-Oconee
The nation’s #1 inflatable rental company! We have one of the largest rental inventories in the nation with thousands of inflatables available for rent, and over 200 branches nation-wide committed to helping your party or event be a huge success! What make us the best? That’s easy... We are Licensed & Insured, on time EVERY time, the cleanest inflatables in the industry and the best employees around! At Space Walk, we guarantee fun!
Cost: Call for details
Ages: Fun for all ages
Contact: Casey and Jim LeMons
Phone: 706-546-1130
Web site: www.herecomesfun.com/cog

Ten Pins Tavern
Enjoy bowling and great food for your special day. Parties include all shoes, bowling sodas or juices, up to three pizzas and time periods of about one and a half hours.
Cost: $250
Ages: 4 and up
Phone: 706-546-8090
Web site: tenpinstavern.com

Tommy the Clown/Thomas the Mime
Celebrate your party or event with Tommy the Clown or Thomas the Mime. An innovative blend of European style clowning, mime, magic, comedy, juggling, rola, bola, plate spinning and glitter tattoos. Tommy has performed in 30 states and seven countries. Performances for parties, festivals, pre-schools, children, youth groups and more. You name it; he has done it.
Cost: Party Fees Start at $165.00 for one hour
Ages: 2 and up
Phone: 678-462-1009
Web site: www.drtomisi.com

Treehouse Kid and Craft
Craft parties for kids with a few themes and projects to choose from, or you can work with our educational coordinator to come up with a very special project specific to your child’s interests or theme. We also have add-ons for parties like handmade decorations.
Cost: Varies based on project and amount of kids and the project
Ages: 3 and up. Adults welcome too!
Email: treehousekidandcraft@gmail.com

Up ‘N’ Away Balloons/Mr. Clown
Mr. Clown’s parties include a bouquet of balloons attached to a sweet candy-filled anchor, six balloon animals, birthday song and a Polaroid snapshot with the birthday child. The hour-long visit includes the bouquet, song, snapshot, balloon animals and face paints for all the kids! We do offer extra entertainment by The Classic Chicken, Stilla Gorilla or The Grim Reaper for older kids and the young at heart.
Cost: $75/20 minutes; $120/hour
Ages: All ages
Phone: 706-543-8622
Web site: www.upnawayballoons.com
Note: In December only, Mr. Clown becomes Santa Clown!

Wild Child Arts
Children and Adult parties, ladies night out, wedding shower..... Choose your type of party, Glass fusing, painting, clay, tie dye, drawing. Parties range from 1 1/2 hours to 2 hours. They can be held at Wild Child arts or at a location for your choice.
Cost: Varies depending on the activity
Ages: 4- adult
Phone: 770-855-3340
Additional Info: wildchildarts@yahoo.com, 2411 Hog Mountain Road Watkinsville, GA Paper products supplied, and a gift is given to the birthday person (original piece of art)

YoDawgs Frozen Yogurt
“Athens’ Funnest Yogurt Experience!” Enjoy free yogurt on your birthday, and find us on Facebook for special deals. On Baxter Street between Milledge Avenue and the UGA dorms.