Best Places to Host a Birthday Party in Seattle Southside

Got a birthday person who loves to game? Whether it's arcade, PC, VR, or console - or even pinball! - there's a lot of fun to be had out there in Seattle Southside.

Dimension XR

• Age Range: 8+
• Price Range: $299-$1500 depending on party size and options

Get lost in a virtual world at Dimension XR, where you and your friends can play virtual laser tag! Prices start at $299 for one hour of shared play for up to 8 people and range up to $1500 for a two hour private party for up to 35 people! With a wide range of price points available, this makes VR more accessible to all. Catering options are available, but outside food is also allowed in. While the stated age minimum is age 8, that's due to the size of the head gear needed to play in VR - some younger children have been able to successfully use the hardware, but they need to have both a larger head as well as some experience with gaming to not be disoriented. When planning for a kid's or teen's party keep in mind that parents will need to sign a waiver for anyone under 18 to be able to participate. Learn more on Dimension XR's website about how to book a party by clicking the "Book Now" button.

Family Fun Center

• Age Range: All Ages
• Price Range: $265-$345 with many add-ons available

There's something for everyone at Family Fun Center, from arcade games to rides, mini-golf to batting cages, and way more! The party packages all include 8 play cards that allow your guests to pick what attractions they like, with additional cards available for purchase. Since Bullwinkle's Family Restaurant is attached, catering is built in (except for the cake), with some options and add-ons available depending on the package you go with. For details on the different packages or to request a reservation, see the Family Fun Center website.

Legacy Gaming

• Age Range: All Ages
• Price Range: $500-$650

Got a gamer who wants it all, from the latest VR tech to retro console games? Legacy Gaming Community has it all and appeals to gamers of all ages, from their kid-friendly educational gaming through the coolest tech for teens all the way to some retro console games that only the grown-ups in the room will remember how to play. Even if you have a guest or two who's not much of a gamer, their VR experiences can transport them to another world, or even make them feel like they're riding a roller coaster! Parties are accomodated for 5-10 people and include 2 hours of gaming and one hour for cake, food, and partying. The $500 option does not include food, while the $650 option does. Visit Legacy Gaming's website for details and to book your party.

Waterland Arcade

• Age Range: All Ages
• Price Range: $200-$848

Ever wanted a whole arcade all to yourself? You can do just that at Waterland Arcade. They have over 50 arcade games for all ages, plus a retro vibe that will have kids of the 80's and 90's feeling right at home. Private rentals are $349 for up to 30 guests, $499 for up to 60 guests for a two hour party. Price includes exclusive use of the entire venue for two hours with unlimited free play on all the arcade machines. For an additional $199 you can add unlimited pinball, and if you want more time, it's $150 for an extra hour. Outside food is permitted and a table can be set up for you. Booking is available through their website, and whole arcade rental is only available during certain hours.

Have a smaller party and don't want to rent the whole arcade? You can book a table for up to twelve guests for only $200, which includes 2 hours of free play on all arcade machines (though not the pinball machines). As with the private rentals, outside food is permitted. This option is also available any time the arcade is open. Table rentals can also be booked through Waterland Arcade's website.

Seattle Southside is the Bowling Capital of the Northwest, so it makes sense that some of the best places to party in Seattle Southside are bowling alleys!

Bowlero

• Age Range: All Ages
• Price Range: $20.99-$61.99 per person depending on age, and package selection

Talk about customizable party packages! Bowlero has tons of flexibility available for their party packages based on the age range of your guests, whether or not you'd like to add arcade credits, the food and drink options you'd like to include, and beyond! Their food and beverage options are very robust, so even though outside food is not permitted (except for cakes), you're sure to find a menu you and your guests will love. Get more details on their party packages and start the reservation process on Bowlero's website.

Bowlwinkle Lanes at Family Fun Center

• Age Range: All Ages
• Price Range: $600 for up to 24 guests (+8 per additional bowler up to a maximum of 30)

Yes, we already talked about how fun Family Fun Center can be. But it gets even more fun with bowling! Their bowling birthday packages are separate from their other packages, so we've separated them here as well. With this package you get two hours of private bowling, shoe rentals, and four large one topping pizzas, plus unlimited soda for the first hour. Plus you get 400 points to spend on the other rides, attractions, and more that Family Fun Center has to offer! Request a reservation for a bowling party on Family Fun Center's website.

Round1

• Age Range: All Ages
• Price Range: $24.99-$38.99 per guest

Whether you want to bowl or enjoy their massive arcade and karaoke rooms, Round1 has a party package for you! The options on Round1's website are robust: The Round1 GO Package (6 guest minimum) which is all about bowling, Gamer Gold (6 guest minimum) which is all about the arcade, or All Inclusive (20 guest minimum) which as the name implies covers the arcade and bowling but also provides a private karaoke room! Prices vary based on the package you select and the age of the guests (as the adult All-Inclusive package also includes drink tickets).