On your child's special day, we bet you would like to go all out and spoil them to a wonderful birthday party at one of Galway's many wonderful kid-friendly attractions. If you need some inspiration on how best to celebrate your child's birthday party in Galway, look no further. Discover our top picks right here...
Wildlands
Birthday party planning is easy at Wildlands activity centre, all you need to bring is a birthday cake and a healthy sense of fun! With activities to suit all ages groups and ranges you are sure to find something your whole group will adore. They even have activities that you can take on as a whole group such as the challenge rooms and ninja course. Aside from booking in for activities you can also pre-book their Party Room which overlooks their Olive Tree Kitchen and ziplines and enjoy delicious goodies off their birthday party menu. Please note there is a minimum number of 6 people needed to book a table in this dedicated party room.
Ballyquirke, Moycullen / Suitable for all ages / book your party here
above: photo courtesy of Wildlands
Slieve Aughty Centre
Children's birthday parties are always made into an incredibly special occasion at Slieve Aughty Centre. Here, you can organise your party's itinerary to include a range of their family-friendly activities such as; pony and donkey rides in the sand arena or to the Enchanted Forest, costumes and face painting and arts & crafts. You can also opt to add the delicious famous organic pancake extravaganza for only €6.50 per child and the Slieve Aughty team will decorate the table with fun birthday decorations, you are welcome to bring your own cake or order a homemade organic one from them in advance.
Kylebrack, Loughrea / Suitable for all ages (pony-riding only for ages 5+ years) / book your party here
above: photo courtesy of Slieve Aughty Centre
Maldron Hotel Oranmore
Offering two fun-filled party options, at Maldron Hotel Oranmore you can avail of either the Cinema Party package or the Pool Party package. If you opt for a cinema party; your birthday group will get to enjoy a 2-course meal before or after watching the movie of your choice across the road at the IMC Cinema. Alternatively for pool partiers; the group can splash about in the on-site swimming pool and then once everyone has dried off, call into the Grain & Grill Restaurant to enjoy a delicious two-course lunch. For birthdays, guests are welcome to bring their own birthday cake which the Maldron team can store for you until after your meal.
Carrowmoneash, Oranmore / Cinema Package is suitable for all ages, Pool Party is suitable for ages 9+ years (must be competent swimmers) / book your party here
above: photo courtesy of Maldron Hotel Oranmore
Virtual Reality World
Galway’s Virtual Reality World offers 12 custom-built virtual reality pods which provide tons of fun for children of all interests and skill levels. For the upcoming birthday party, you and the birthday group can travel to exotic climates, test your adrenaline with heart-pounding horror games, or enjoy child-friendly multiplayer experiences all without leaving the city. When you are not competing in a VR session, you can relax in the exclusive free party room with full access to arcade games, as this will be included in your group booking. Additionally, for parties you can add a catering option for just €5 per person to make your party extra special.
Unit 3 Liosban Industrial Estate,Tuam Road / Suitable for ages 7+ years / book your party here
above: VR World Galway, photo by Ciarán MacChoncarraige
Brigit's Garden
Brigit's Garden is the perfect birthday party venue for your young child and their friends. With loads of fun indoor and outdoor activities to be enjoyed, your kid group will have a blast celebrating this special occasion. For parties, children can enjoy two and a half hours of fun; one and a half hour of outdoor games that are facilitated by an experience education guide followed by one hour exclusive use of their party room where the birthday meal is served with your choice of hot food options. The outdoor games include; magic potion making, dragon/fairy house building, bug hunting, a musical parade for the birthday child, natural hut making & survival skills challenges and more. The birthday boy or girl will also receive free family admission to use on a future visit.
Pollagh, Rosscahill / best suited for ages 4-12 years / book your party here
above: photo courtesy of Brigit's Garden
Galway City Karting
For the more adventurous party goers, a zoom around the track at Galway City Karting should definitely be on the cards. While the kids are zooming around the karting track, family members and friends can watch from the safety of the 25 seater spectator area with arcade games, pool tables, snacks and drinks. Following a short safety briefing, the children can hit the racing track and all laps timed by their Tag Heuer professional timing system so someone will definitely be walking away with bragging rights! The birthday boy or girl will get to go karting twice (for groups of 10+ people) and everyone gets a printed report of their lap times to bring home with them. All you have to do is bring the cake and candles, the Galway City Karting crew provide the rest.
Liosban Industrial Estate, Tuam Rd / Suitable for ages 7+ years / book your party here
above: Galway City Karting, photo by Ciarán MacChoncarraige
EYE Cinema
Taking the stress and expense out of children's birthday parties, Eye Cinema have three different packages available to suit each family's requirements and budget. This family-friendly cinema always has loads of fantastic kid-friendly new releases that are perfect for the birthday boy or girl to enjoy in the company of their best buddies with the best popcorn in town and, of course, cake and banter. Priced per child, their party packages include admission to your chosen screening, party food and access to a reserved party area to have the cake after the show. Please note that cake and candles must be brought along on the day and that a minimum of 10 paying children is required with the birthday boy or girl going for free.
Wellpark / Suitable for all ages / book your party here
above: Eye Cinema, photo by Ciarán MacChoncarraige
SWING Golf
Elevate your kid's birthday to a new level by bringing them and their pals to the one-of-a-kind SWING Golf. They have a number of party packages available so get your group ready to tee up for a day of fun and laughter and combine the joy of your special day with the thrill of this state-of-the-art indoor golfing experience. When the group isn't swinging clubs, you can relax in their spacious lounge area and enjoy use of the pool tables and dart boards. You can also opt to add food and drink to your personalised party package to make the occasion even better. For all the ways they can help you achieve your child's dream birthday, hit the link below to discover more.
Pairc an Clochair, Oranmore / Suitable for 7+ years / book your party here
above: photo courtesy of SWING Golf
Lough Rea Hotel & Spa
If you want to make your child's birthday party that bit more magical this year, Lough Rea Hotel & Spa can throw one hell of a Prince and Princess Afternoon Tea Party. For only €15 per child, this is the perfect treat for your little ones’ big day and is guaranteed to make them feel like royalty. The afternoon tea menu for kids is full of children's favourite treats so we can promise you that your little prince or princess will absolutely adore celebrating their big day with a special birthday tea party celebrated with friends and family.
Old Galway Rd, Loughrea / Suitable for all ages / book your party here
above: photo courtesy of Lough Rea Hotel & Spa
Turoe Pet Farm
There is no limit to what you and your birthday group can enjoy during Turoe Pet Farm's three hour inclusive birthday package. Party activities include; supervised access of the indoor jungle town and inflatable city as well as access to outdoor play areas, the astroturf pitch and nature trail. At Turoe Pet Farm, you and your group can also meet and feed their friendly farm animal who would be delighted to participate in your birthday party! When you're all ready to sit down for some food, your group can choose from the list of finger food they have available, please note that a birthday cake, drinks and sweets must all be brought with you on the day.
Bullaun, Loughrea / Suitable for all ages / book your party here
above: photo courtesy of Turoe Pet Farm
Pure Skill
With your choice of two party packages, Pure Skill is the ideal venue to celebrate your child's birthday. Both packages gets your group access to the full circuit, however within the price of package two there is the addition of a birthday meal of pizza, goujons, chips and drinks. On the day of your booking, your party will get to complete Pure Skill’s ten sport challenges and individually receive a personal score out of 100 at the end. Using fully automated technology via your own swipe card, your group can gear up for hours of non-stop birthday fun. Please note that there is a minimum number of 6 people needed to book these party packages.
Western Distributors Rd, Knocknacarra / Suitable for 8+ years / book your party here
above: photo courtesy of Pure Skill
Feature photo courtesy of Turoe Pet Farm
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