From nature center adventures to tumbling around indoors, venues across Arlington offer some memorable experiences for a kid’s birthday party.
Here are the best venues for a kid’s birthday party in Arlington, Virginia. These local favorites host top-ranked group activities ideal for a variety of ages — and some include add-ons like party favors and catering.
Top vote getters
1. Potomac Overlook Regional Park
2845 N. Marcey Road, Donaldson Run
This 67-acre park offers a hands-on nature program for kids and auditorium space for birthday party reservations.
2. MedStar Capitals Iceplex
27 N. Glebe Road, Ballston
Birthdays at this ice rink come with pizza catering, skate rentals, and customizable hockey-themed gifts and party favors.
3. The Little Gym
2209 N. Pershing Drive, Lyon Park
The Little Gym’s birthday packages offer private, instructor-led activities and pizza catering add-ons. Party themes include superheroes, princesses and dinosaurs.
Other notable spots
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Last update: Aug. 29, 2025