San Francisco is a dream spot for amazing birthdays, especially for the little ones! From the carousel in Golden Gate Park to hands-on fun at the Exploratorium or a cupcake-fueled bash in Noe Valley, we’ve rounded up kids birthday party venues that make party planning easy-peasy. Indoor play spaces, creative studios, kid-friendly cafes, you name it, we’ve got it. All you need to bring is the cake and a few balloons. Let’s make some memories!
Booking costs of kids birthday party venues average $3000 minimum spend per event. 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 San Francisco, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From $1200 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $200 | to $450 | hire fee per hour |
| From $30 | to $45 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
Culinary Studio at Culinary Artistas
in Russian Hill - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Loved the space and will definitely keep it in mind for future events.’
The Deck at Toy Soldier
in Downtown San Francisco - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I love the venue and staff! Catered to my needs, plenty of room, the food was a generous amount. Very happy.’
The Courtyard at Chambers at the Phoenix
in Tenderloin - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘We hosted my 30th birthday party for roughly 50 people here and couldn’t have asked for a better experience.’
You'll find kids birthday party venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in San Francisco, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average $250 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 70 and 90 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central San Francisco, available to book on Tagvenue:
Page last updated in December 2025
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