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NEPA Party Planner: Places to Celebrate Your Child’s Birthday

Posted: October 9, 2019
Throw the Ultimate Birthday Bash

Planning a party is a piece of cake at these venues.
The kids wait all year for the moment that they can blow out the candles and tear open the presents. Make this birthday one to remember at NEPA’s unique party venues. They’ll plan all the activities; all you have to do is gather the kids and relax with a slice of cake.
Indoor activities provide tons of fun options year-round. The kids will have a blast tumbling over obstacles at the trampoline park or making DIY masterpieces at an art studio. And the cooler months can’t stop you from having an awesome pool party.
Our guide has birthday party venues for every interest, from rock climbing and roller skating to movies and manicures. Check out these locations to celebrate your child’s special day.
Dive in to a Pool Party
No matter what the weather is like outside, it always feels like summer at NEPA’s indoor pools. As for the forecast, you can expect a 100% chance of splashes and smiles.
Rent out the pool at a local rec center for a day full of cannonballs and Marco Polo. Or throw a birthday bonanza at an indoor waterpark, complete with thrilling rides and slides.
Indoor Pools & Waterparks:


Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA
Wilkes-Barre, PA
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Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
Pocono Manor, PA
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Wyoming Valley Catholic Youth Center
Wilkes-Barre, PA
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Camelback Resort Lodge and Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark
Tannersville, PA
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Greater Scranton YMCA
Dunmore, PA
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H2Oooohh! Indoor Waterpark
Lake Harmony, PA
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Greater Pittston YMCA
Pittston, PA
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Greater Carbondale YMCA
Carbondale, PA
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Berwick YMCA
Berwick, PA
View DetailsGreat Wolf Lodge
Scotrun, PA
View DetailsParty Like a Sports Star
Fitness is fun at NEPA’s kid-oriented gyms and sports centers. These venues are perfect for little ones who are always on the move. They’ll burn off that extra energy jumping, climbing and somersaulting over obstacles or playing their favorite sports with a team of friends. It’s like the most epic recess ever.
Sports & Recreation Centers:


Sky Zone
Pittston, PA
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Bee's Backyard
Scranton, PA
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NEPA Party & Event Center
Wilkes-Barre, PA
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DEFY Scranton
Scranton, PA
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My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Scranton, PA
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Northeast Gymnastics Academy
Hanover Twp., PA
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Riverfront Sports
Scranton, PA
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Shooting Starz Gymnastics
Wilkes-Barre, PA
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MVP Sports Academy
West Pittston, PA
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United Sports Academy
Dunmore, PA
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United Sports Academy Trampoline and Tumbling
Scranton, PA
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Wyoming Valley Gymnastics
Edwardsville, PA
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Broadway on the Boulevard
Pittston, PA
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VIP Kidz Club
Honesdale, PA
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Jewish Community Center of Scranton
Scranton, PA
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Northeastern Ju-Jitsu Martial Arts Academy
Swoyersville, PA
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Party Here
Nanticoke, PA
View DetailsRock Rec Sports Complex
Trucksville, PA
View DetailsHit the Bowling Lanes
Maybe it’s the silly shoes or the thrill of scoring a strike, but bowling parties are always a classic. Even the adults might be tempted to get a lane and test their skills.
And as an added bonus, most bowling alleys have snack bars on site, which means that it’s easier than ever to feed a crowd.
Bowling Alleys:


Chacko's Family Bowling Center
Wilkes-Barre, PA
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Idle Hours North
Scranton, PA
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Idle Hours South
Scranton, PA
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Back Mountain Bowl
Dallas, PA
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P-Nut Bowl
Bloomsburg, PA
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Valley Bowling Lanes
Carbondale, PA
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Bowl Arena and the Ten Pin Lounge
West Hazleton, PA
View DetailsSkate the Night Away
It doesn’t matter if you’re totally clumsy. In fact, trying to stay on your feet is half the fun at a skating party.
Go retro and head to the roller rink, where the kids can lace up their skates and glide under the disco lights. The local ice rinks are another great option, where the kids will have hours of frosty fun.
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Make a Masterpiece
Your little artist can let their creativity shine with a birthday party at one of NEPA’s art studios and DIY venues. These locations offer tons of different projects, from painting a canvas to making slime. The kids can even build their own stuffed animals or decorate a batch of cupcakes.
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Celebrate with the Silver Screen
Every kid deserves movie star status on their special day. Throw a red-carpet party at one of NEPA’s local theaters, where the birthday fun meets the big screen. The kids will have a blast munching on popcorn, slurping down slushies and watching the latest releases.
Movie Theaters:


Cinemark 20 and XD
Moosic, PA
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R/C Wilkes-Barre Movies 14
Wilkes-Barre, PA
View DetailsRegal Dickson City Stadium 14 & IMAX
Dickson City, PA
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Dietrich Theater
Tunkhannock, PA
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The Berwick Theater and Center for Community Arts
Berwick, PA
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Cinema & Drafthouse
West Hazleton, PA
View DetailsThrow a Mind-Blowing Birthday
Think outside the box and book a party that encourages the kids to explore and use their brainpower. Museums, education centers and escape rooms are so fun, the kids won’t even realize that they’re learning. They’ll meet amazing animals, solve mysteries and maybe learn a few magic secrets. These venues are perfect for curious kids.
Museums, Puzzles & More:


Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den
Scranton, PA
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Bloomsburg Children's Museum
Bloomsburg, PA
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Escape It
Lehighton, PA
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The Pet Zone
Pittston, PA
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Houdini Museum, Tour & Magic Show
Scranton, PA
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Lackawanna College Environmental Education Center
Covington Twp., PA
View DetailsGive Them the Royal Treatment
Everyone deserves to be a pampered on their birthday. Treat the kids to a spa day complete with mini manicures, pedicures, hairstyles and more. These venues offer activities and crafts that will add a little sparkle and style to that special day.
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