Children's Party Venues for Rent in Toronto, ON

In Toronto, prices of children's party venues average C$150 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Toronto, based on Tagvenue data from September 2025:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:

• Event Space at Freedom Venue in Clairlea-Birchmount - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Just the right space for my event of 50 people.’

• Bright Loft Studio Space at Daylight Studio for Photos, Events, Meetings in Leslieville - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘I rented this space for a baby shower for and everyone loved it.’

• Entire Studio at The Luna Studios in Thorncliffe Park - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Overall very satisfied with the space and the service 10/10...’

For a birthday party suitable for pre-teens, consider venues that offer engaging activities and ample space for kids to socialise and have fun. Some suitable options could include:

• Indoor Trampoline Park: Your kids and their friends can enjoy bouncing around and playing games like dodgeball and basketball.
• Bowling Alley: Bowling is a classic party activity that kids of all ages can enjoy.
• Arcade or Gaming Center: You can take the kids out to play a variety of video games, air hockey, and other arcade games.
• Outdoor Park or Picnic Area: Weather permitting, a park provides space for outdoor games, sports, and a picnic-style party.
• DIY Craft Studio: Encourage your pre-teen guests to get creative with pottery painting, jewellery making, or other craft activities.
• Sports Center: Consider venues that offer activities like mini-golf, laser tag, or go-kart racing.
• Movie Theater or Private Cinema: Rent out a theatre for a private screening of a kid-friendly movie.
• Aquarium or Zoo: Educational and entertaining, these venues offer a unique birthday experience.
• Themed Party Venue: Choose a venue that matches your child's interests, such as a sports facility, science museum, or dance studio.

Ultimately, the best venue will depend on the interests of your child and their friends. You can even encourage them to get involved in the party planning and help them bring their ideas to life!

A dance studio can be a fantastic venue for a birthday party for a primary school-age child. These blank canvas venues are excellent spaces to foster creativity and activity for a fun and memorable birthday party. You can plan plenty of fun activities and games to keep them entertained. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

• Dance Party: Start with a dance party where kids can groove to their favourite music. You can have a mix of dance styles and encourage freestyle dancing.
• Dance Games: Organise dance-related games such as musical chairs with dance moves, freeze dance (where kids freeze when the music stops), or a dance-off competition.
• Choreographed Routine: Hire a dance instructor to teach the children a simple choreographed routine. They can learn a dance to a popular song or a theme of the birthday child's choice.
• Sports Challenges: Create fun challenges like limbo, hula hoop contests, or a dance relay race.
• Craft Station: Set up a craft station where kids can decorate their own dance props such as ribbons, pom-poms, or masks.
• Goodie Bags: Prepare goodie bags for the children to take home, filled with small dance-themed treats or favours like stickers, temporary tattoos, and mini dance ribbons.

If you need help with running the party, you can hire some older teenagers or siblings to help keep the kids entertained. 

While you likely are seeking a suitable venue in a neighbourhood near you, there are other areas of Toronto that offer exciting venues for children's parties. Here are some areas to consider:

• North York boasts numerous indoor play centres, sports facilities, and recreational venues suitable for children's parties. It's also known for its parks and green spaces, so you can definitely plan an outdoor party here if the weather allow\s.
• Scarborough offers indoor party venues designed especially for younger children, and parks with playgrounds and picnic areas.
• Etobicoke has a variety of venues for children's parties, including indoor amusement centres, children’s theatres, and party venues. It also offers access to outdoor spaces along the waterfront and in parks.
• East York features trampoline parks, recreational facilities, and play centres that provide great options for children's parties. It's known for its family-friendly atmosphere and accessibility to amenities.