The ultimate list of Vernon Birthday Party Ideas for venues, entertainment, rentals and cakes in Vernon.
It’s another year and your child is another year older. Planning a Birthday Party in Vernon should be a piece of cake, right?
The problem is, what do you do for their birthday? What Vernon venue should you book? Do you need entertainment or to rent equipment? Should you book someone to make a cake or cupcakes?
Vernon Birthday Party Venues
Allan Brooks Nature Centre – Nature Party
Contact: (250) 260-4227 | abnc.ca
Boys & Girls Club – Rock Climbing or Gym Games Party
Leave the planning to them! They will provide the set-up and clean-up, while parents will have to provide the guests, cake, and goodie bags. One staff party leader will be present, and they ask for a minimum of one parent helper. Two weeks advance booking is required.
Availability: Sundays from 10am-12pm OR 1pm-3pm (based on availability)
Cost: $150 for 2 hours (Maximum 12 children)
Contact: Download the Birthday Party Registration Form | Website: bgco.ca
Colour Time Ceramic Studio, Vernon
Colour Time Ceramic Studio – Paint Ceramics Party
Host an artistic party at Colour Time Ceramic Studio! For up to 8 children plus 1 adult, you receive two hours of party fun. In the first hour, the kids get to choose and paint a piece. In the 2nd hour, you can have goodies and open gifts. They set up a colourful tablecloth and a few decorations (free or charge). Once the pieces are fired and ready for pick-up, they wrap each individually in tissue paper and place them in a cute little bag.
Cost: $12-$18 per child (Parents can pick the price range for kids to paint items)
Contact: (250) 308-8996 | Facebook
Kees Okanagan – Tae Kwon Do Party
No martial arts experience is necessary to attend this party! Your birthday party package includes exclusive use of their facility (2 hours). They provide setup and cleanup, pizza, goodie bags, and a board and gift for the birthday child.
Website: keesokanagan.com/programs/just-4-kids/birthday-parties
Lakeview Park and Wading Pool – Pool Party
The playground and peanut pool are all located in one spot. There are picnic tables and shaded areas provided. Bring what you need for a party and hang out for the day.
Address: Corner of 30th Avenue and 18th Street, Vernon
> Read our blog post on our visit to Lakeview Park and Wading Pool
Lincoln Lanes – Bowling Party
Okanagan Science Centre – Science Party
Contact: (250) 545-3644 | Info/Book: okscience.ca
Okanagan Training Rink – Skating or Hockey Party
Planning a party? The Okanagan Training Rink offers traditional fun and excitement. Whether you want a casual game of hockey, or a relaxing free skate, the arena is a quaint and friendly centre. The ice and accompanying Party Room can be rented during the holidays and at select times during the week.
Included: 1 hour of ice time and 1 hour in the party room (up to 35 people)
Contact: (250) 549-7468 | Website: vernonotr.com/special-events/
The Rock Garden Climbing Centre – Climbing Party
Looking for something a little different for your next birthday party? Book an indoor rock climbing party for some birthday fun. They can accommodate 5-10 children for a party, contact them for more details.
Vernon Recreation Centre – Gym or Swim Party
Currently not available. You provide the kids, food, beverages and the goody bags and they do the rest. We provide the place, equipment, materials, and fun. All activities are age-appropriate and when the party is over, you go home and we clean up!
Availability: Book your gym party online, call to book your swim party at (250) 550-3671
Entertainment
Creative Works by Christine – Face Painting
Face and body painter since 2010. Christine is available for birthday parties
Contact: (250) 550-9705 | creativeworksbychristine.com
Kiki the Eco Elf – Entertainer
Birthday packages include professional face paint, animal balloons, a magic show, a dance party sing-a-long, interactive games, and story-telling. Entertainment is 2 hours and comes with your choice of themed costume.
Location: Vernon, BC
Contact: (250) 503-4503 | kikitheecoelf.com
The Birthday Magic Show is 45 minutes and features magic routines performed to music. Your guests will be engaged no matter the age because each performance is tailored to the age group of your audience. There’s no maximum on the number of people you can have. Feel free to invite friends, family, and brothers and sisters along, the bigger the audience the better!
Location: Based out of Kelowna, serving the Okanagan Valley including Kelowna, Penticton, Oliver, Osoyoos, Vernon, Salmon Arm, Merritt, and Kamloops.
Contact: (250) 575-7469 or fill out their online form
Rentals
Floppy Shots Mobile Mini-Golf & Backyard Games
About: They bring the mini-golf to you! Choose from 3-hole, 5-hole, or 9-hole courses. All flags, putters, balls, removable obstacles, scorecards, and pencils are included in the rental. You can rent for half days or full days or choose to add on with more outdoor yard games.
Website: floppyshots.com
Contact: (250) 503-6216 | Instagram or Facebook (message them on social media)
Cakes, Cupcakes & Treats
Caken Me Crazy
They make beautiful cakes for all occasions
Website: cakenmecrazy.business.site | Facebook: @cakenmecrazy
Kayla’s Cupcakes
Vernon-based in-home cupcake and cake business.
Instagram: @kaylascupcakes00
Krazy Cakes
They offer a variety of flavor combinations, endless design possibilities, and can also accommodate special dietary needs such as gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo. Orders are required 72 hours in advance. Prices will depend on cake size, design details, special dietary needs, and delivery.
Website: www.krazykakesbc.wixsite.com | Facebook: @KrazyKakesBC
Sweet Caroline’s Bakery
At Sweet Caroline’s Bakery they have the perfect cake for your birthday celebration! Determine the shape and size of cake you need, then place your order for custom decorated cakes at least 2 days in advance.
Website: www.sweetcarolinesbakery.ca | Facebook: @sweetcarolinesbakeryvernon