Forget about bowling and pizza! These unique, fun-filled activities will make any kid’s birthday party the best event of the year.

Winter Fest at Cooper River

5300 North Park Drive, Pennsauken
856-341-3416
Spend the day circling the ice rink at Cooper River. A birthday party package is $150 on weekdays and $200 on weekends. You’ll receive admission, skate rental, food and more.

Cedar Run

4 Sawmill Road, Medford
856-983-3329
Wildlife-obsessed kids will love spending their birthday at this refuge. With a dozen themes to choose from, there’s a party for every age – including a buggy experience, a reptile party and even a night hike option for the older kids. The two-hour parties come with use of the party room or outdoor pavilion.

Paint-A-Treasure

615 Station Avenue, Haddon Heights
856-617-0602
Whether your kid wants to paint a canvas, a piece of pottery or create a mosaic, they will love Paint-A-Treasure’s Paint and Take parties. Kids will spend the day designing a masterpiece, then take home the best party favor of all: their own creations!

Adventure Aquarium

1 Riverside Drive, Camden
856-365-3300
Take a trip under the sea with friends to explore the ocean and its creatures. This party package includes admission to the aquarium and a behind-the-scenes tour. Pizza is served in the party room and the birthday child gets to take home a gift.

Cherry Hill Health and Racquet Club

1820 Old Cuthbert Road, Cherry Hill
856-429-1388
Kids will be in paradise with the endless fun and games available at the Cherry Hill Health and Racquet Club. Choose from party themes including sports, tennis, twist and turn, and karate. Employees will host the party so parents can enjoy the rest of the facilities, including fitness classes and weight training equipment.

The Pop Shop

729 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood
856-869-0111
Throw the ultimate throwback birthday party in The Pop Shop’s newest private party room. It’s complete with a soda fountain, retro booths and that signature Pop Shop ’50s vibe.