Upstate Parent’s 2023 Birthday Guide

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Party places 

7th Inning Splash, 1500 Piedmont Highway, Piedmont, 864-299-1842, waterparks.greenvillerec.com/7th-inning-splash. Open during summer months. Pool party packages include waterpark admission, food, party hut rental and more.

A Cut Above Maker Space, 1201 Union St., Spartanburg, 828-606-6601, acutabovecreationsbyemily@gmail.com, acutabovemakerspace.com. The A Cut Above Maker Space provides unique painting or art parties. Choose from one of many custom wooden paint projects, candle making, jewelry making or other craft for your party of up to 10 attendees. Included are decorations, cupcakes, a party room and your choice of project in the basic package. A project can also be brought to your venue.

Anderson Arts Center, 110 Federal St., Anderson, 864-222-2787, andersonarts.org/rental-space/arty-party. Have an ARTy Party at the Arts Center. Several package options are available including themed crafts with a craft leader, renting a party room only, and more.

Big Air Trampoline Park Greenville, 36 Park Woodruff Drive, Greenville, 864-626-5252, info@bigairgsp.com, bigairusa.com/greenville, Big Air Trampoline Park Spartanburg, 660 Spartan Blvd., Spartanburg, 864-580-6462, info@bigairgsp.com, bigairusa.com/spartanburg. More than just trampolines – facility includes 58 attractions, as well as five party rooms (one private). Choose from a variety of packages.

Bloc Haven, 701 Easley Bridge Road, Suite 6020, Greenville, 864-405-3003, blochaven.com. Youth climbing adventure party packages are available, with a reserved party room, beginner climbing walls and lounging areas for parents. See package options and details online.

Bowlero Greenville, 740 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, 864-242-5764 bowlero.com/location/bowlero-greenville. Party options include unlimited bowling, arcade games, food and more. Book parties online with custom party packages or speak with an event planner via phone, email or chat.

Build-A-Bear Workshop, 700 Haywood Road, Greenville, 864-284-6432, buildabear.com. Parties include the help of a party leader. Each guest takes home a furry friend.

Carolina Dance Collaborative, 864-315-3732, info@carolinadancecollaborative.org, carolinadancecollaborative.org. CDC provides a dance session based on the theme of your birthday party. All birthday parties include a warm-up, dance and movement games, character-based movements across the floor and learning a dance.

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park, 431 Main St., Chimney Rock, NC, 828-625-9611, groups@chimneyrockpark.com, chimneyrockpark.com/birthday-parties. Nature-based, hands-on activities get kids discovering the world around them. A variety of party packages are available.

Chuck E. Cheese’s, 253 Congaree Road, Greenville, 864-297-6400, 66 Spartan Blvd., #250, Spartanburg, 864-574-4708, chuckecheese.com. A variety of party packages are available and include game play, pizza and more.

Color Clay Café, 2518-A East North St., Greenville, 864-244-3445, colorclaycafe.com. Bring your own refreshments and choose from a wide variety of party options. Details and pricing are online.

Dance Without Limits, 2105 Old Spartanburg Road, Greer, 864-412-7788 dancewithoutlimits.co/birthday-parties. Professional instructors host the party and lead guests in fun dance activities and games. See website for details.

Defy Greenville, 48 Brookfield Oaks Drive, Greenville, 864-412-3434 Greenville_Jump@defy.com, defy.com/greenville. A variety of jump parties are available. Parties include admission, use of a party room, pizza, drinks and more. Package details are available online.

Discovery Island Waterpark, 417 Baldwin Road, Simpsonville, 864-963-4345 waterparks.greenvillerec.com/discovery-island. Pool party packages include waterpark admission, food, party hut rental and more. Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

Easley Gymnastics, 106 Beacon Hill Court, Easley, 864-269-2007, staff@easleygym.com, easleygym.com. Birthday parties at this gymnastics facility are held with trained instructors.

East Main Arts, 167 E. Main St., Spartanburg, 864-430-1040, eastmainarts.com. A variety of art parties are available. Costumed characters are available. See details online.

Eden Farms Horse Barn, 4700 Dacusville Highway, Marietta, 864-898-0043  edenfarmssc@aol.com, edenfarms.net/birthday-parties.html. Two-hour parties include hands-on horse fun with horseback riding, a barn tour, playground time and more. The birthday child receives a cowboy hat and hand-painted horseshoe. Horse lovers have been celebrating their birthdays at Eden Farms since 2002.

EdVenture Children's Museum, 211 Gervais St., Columbia, 803-779-3100, bookings@edventure.org, edventure.org/birthdays. See details online for how to celebrate the special day with party packages.

Flying Rabbit Adventures, 821 Laurens Road, Greenville, 864-230-0191, flyingrabbitadventures.com. Aerial adventure park in Holland Park with differing levels of difficulty, along with courses just for kids.

Foothills Gymnastics and Cheer Center, Inc., 198 Couch Lane, Easley, 864-855-9660, kimfgc@aol.com, foothillsgymnasticscenter.com. Parties are 1½ hours. Several party options are available. Details are online.

Frankie’s of Greenville, 45 Park Woodruff Drive, Greenville, 864-627-9888, greenvilleparties@frankies.com, frankies.com. Frankie's of Greenville offers three different go-kart tracks, mini-golf courses, batting cages, a 60-foot 360 Discovery Ride, Squirt Boats, Laser Tag (remodeled in 2020), XD Dark Ride, more than 100 arcade games and more.

Giggles Drop-In Childcare, 3620 Pelham Road, Suite 1A, Greenville, 864-252-4252, pelham@gigglesdaycareinc.com, gigglesdaycareinc.com. Giggles is available to rent for private birthday parties on Sundays. Details are online.

Glazed, 518 College Ave., #130, Clemson, 615-240-8585, glazedpyop@gmail.com, glazedclemson.com. Glazed is a paint-your-own pottery studio offering pottery painting birthday parties, as well as canvas classes/parties.

Greenville Drive, 935 S. Main St., Greenville, 864-240-4507, milb.com/greenville/ballpark/birthdayparties. Amenities include a pre-game party area for the guest of honor, each guest receives a hot dog, drink and chips, personalized birthday greeting over the stadium PA system and display on the DriveVision videoboard and more.

Greenville Gemstone Mine, 205 N. Main St., Greenville, 864-283-6300 700 Haywood Road, #2008, Greenville, 864-509-1119, info@greenvillegemstonemine.com, greenvillegemstonemine.com. A variety of gem mining party packages are available. Details are online.

Greenville Gymnastics, 1311 Miller Road, Greenville, 864-297-5589, ggtc@greenvillegymnastics.com, greenvillegymnastics.com. A limited number of parties are available. Call for details.

Greenville Swamp Rabbits, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville, 864-674-7825 info@swamprabbits.com, swamprabbits.com. Updated party package details will be posted online.

Greenville Zoo, 150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville, 864-467-4850, greenvillezoo.com/160/Birthday-Parties. Stay tuned for updated birthday party details.

Grove Station Farms, 421 Piedmont Highway, Piedmont, 864-845-3239, grovestationfarms.com. Horseback Birthday Parties are available for horse lovers of all ages. Details are online.

Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve, 820 John B. White Sr. Blvd., Spartanburg, 864-574-7724, caroline@hatchergarden.org, hatchergarden.org. Several rental event spaces are available in this garden in the heart of Spartanburg.

Hearts of Clay Pottery Painting Studio, 660 Spartan Blvd., Suite 20, Spartanburg, 864-576-2228, theteam@heartsofclay.com, heartsofclay.com. Choose pottery painting, clay hand building or canvas painting. Private party room holds up to 26 painters. The room includes a refrigerator, counter for food and a bench for presents. A host will help and handle all the cleanup. Parties are appropriate for all ages.

Hester General Store LLC, 1735 Hester Store Road, Easley, 512-284-6036, katie@hestergeneralstore.com, hestergeneralstore.com. Hester General Store is a general store, bakery and caterer located in the Dacusville community of Easley. Baking and cooking classes for kid are family-friendly, and there is a fenced-in children's area for families to enjoy during their visit to the store.

Hub City Scoops, 158 E. Main St., Spartanburg, 864-586-1100, info@hubcityscoops.com, hubcityscoops.com. Customizable birthday parties are available for kids of all ages with ice cream, sundae bar, balloons and more.

Hunter Farms, 607 Jameson Road, Easley, 864-859-2978, hunterfarms@bellsouth.net, hunterfarmsonline.com. Parties include seasonal fun, hayrides, games and activities. Decorations and more can be provided. Spring:  strawberry season, summer: sunflowers, fall: pumpkins and corn maze, winter:  Christmas.

Ice Cream Station, 125 S. Main St., Simpsonville, 864-962-9200, simpsonvillestation.com. Celebrate in the outdoor space with friends and family.

Kangaroo Jax, 2437 Laurens Road, Greenville, 864-902-5297, info@kangaroojaxs.com, kangaroojaxs.com. Kangaroo Jax is a family fun center with bounce houses, a carousel and a Ferris wheel – all indoors. Birthday party packages and field trip discounts are available.

Kilwins Chocolates, 220 N. Main St., Suite 202, Greenville, 864-241-2003, greenville@kilwins.com, kilwins.com/greenville. Ideal for ages 5 and older, kids can dip and decorate three chocolate confections. Parties include reserved table and chairs in NOMA Square, a slice of ice cream cake and juice box per child, balloons, candles and more.

Main Event, 225 Entertainment Blvd., Greenville. mainevent.com/greenville. Parents have a dedicated party host for birthday parties and can choose from multiple packages featuring activities for all ages, seven days a week. Main Event and Party City have also partnered to offer tailored Party City Packs with made-to-order Birthday Balloon Bouquets and Party Kit add-on options for all birthday celebrations.

Mauldin Sports Center, 10 City Center Drive, Mauldin, 864-335-4853, aduffie@mauldinrecreation.com, cityofmauldin.org/things-to-do/mauldin-sports-center. Mauldin Sports Center provides a climbing center for birthday parties. A parent/guardian signature and adult (21 and older) supervision on the rockwall/bouldering liability release form is required for anyone under 17 years and 11 months. Tables and chairs and use of kitchen (sink, microwave, refrigerator/freezer) are available.

Millie Lewis, 1228 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, 864-299-1101, office@millielewisgreenville.com, millielewisgreenville.com/birthday-parties. Parties include instructor, runway coaching and more. Details are online.

Miss Marion School of Dance Spartanburg, 1206 John B. White Sr. Blvd., Spartanburg, 864-587-8557, missmarionsschoolofdance@gmail.com, missmarionsdance.com/birthday-parties. Ballerina party packages and a variety of themes are offered. Details are online.

Montgomery Sky Farm, 336 Turkey Creek Road, Leicester, NC, 828-678-1205, montgomeryskyfarm@yahoo.com, montgomeryskyfarm.com. Located in Western North Carolina, Montgomery Sky Farm is a 50-acre farm, focused on large-scale vegetable production, sustainable farming, preservation breeding and animal rescue. Birthday parties are offered at the farm (covered barn), along with animal transportation for a party in your own home. Celebrate a special day at a working farm, surrounded by rescue animals, Valais Blacknose Sheep and a herd of Highland cows.

MOTIVE School of Movement, 10 Webb Rd., Unit 100, Greenville, 864-775-4844, info@motivemovement.org, https://www.motivemovement.org. Host a ninja course birthday party. Parties for ages 5 and older include classic obstacles like the jumping spider, warped wall, rings, balance obstacles and more. Available Saturdays and Sundays. Prices start at $275.

Once Upon a Dream Parties, 1099 E. Butler Road, Suite 106, Greenville, 864-421-2472, ouadp@yahoo.com, onceuponadreamparties.com. Princess parties are available with activities, games and a full array of entertainment options on location. Details are online.

Open Art Studios, 14 S. Main St., Lower Level Suite 100, Greenville, 864-787-9365, openartstudiosgreenville@gmail.com, openartstudiosgreenville.com. DIY Private Paint Party – $150 during open hours (2 hours) or $225 during closed hours (3 hours), up to 10 people can paint, no instruction, all supplies provided, children under 12 must be assisted by an adult pouring paint and cleaning up. Guided Paint Party – Includes instruction and cleanup of painting supplies, $300 during open hours (2 hours) or $375 during closed hours (3 hours). Contact for full party details.

Otter Creek Waterpark, 101 W. Darby Road, Greenville, 864-834-4108, waterparks.greenvillerec.com/otter-creek. Open during summer months. Pool party packages include waterpark admission, food, party hut rental and more.

Paintball Central, 318 Tucapau Road, Wellford, 866-421-7529, play@paintballcentral.com, pballcentral.com/parks/greenvillepark.asp.  Paintball parties are available. See website for details.

Plate 108, 108 E. Poinsett St., Greer, 864-915-2640, marketing@plate108.com, plate108.com. Several cooking party packages are offered for kids, as well as Cupcake Wars.

Pump It Up, 75 Brookfield Oaks Drive, Suite 100, Greenville, 864-987-9022 sc.greenville@pumpitupparty.com, pumpitupparty.com/greenville-sc. Parties combine imagination, inflatables and rock climbing. Staff sets up, coordinates food and beverages and cleans up. Parties are completely private during both play time and party room time. Add-ons available. Details online.

Regal Cinemas, regmovies.com/theaters/birthday-parties. Host a party at the movies. Details and printable invitations are available online.

Roller Time Family Skate Center, 719 Ross Ave., Easley, 864-671-6433, rtfsceasley@gmail.com, bit.ly/3tlt1KV. Rent the entire facility for private events, including birthday parties, school or church functions, and corporate parties.

Roller Time Family Skate Center, 2310 River Road, Piedmont, 864-412-5333, rollertimefsc@gmail.com, tinyurl.com/y4u7tznd. Rent the entire facility for private events, including birthday parties, school or church functions, and corporate parties.

Runway Café, 21 Airport Road Ext, Greenville, 864-915-9510, runwaycafegmu@gmail.com, runwaycafegmu.com. The Runway Cafe is located on the south ramp of the Greenville Downtown Airport. A 3,000 square foot hangar is available for parties. The location is newly remodeled by Restaurant Impossible.

Runway Park at Greenville Downtown Airport, 21 Airport Road Ext., Greenville, 864-242-4777, greenvilledowntownairport.com/runway-park. Picnic Hangar rental is available for parties.

Shipwreck Cove, 119 S. Spencer St., Duncan, 864-949-0290, shipwreckcovewaterpark@gmail.com, shipwreckcovewaterpark.com. Shipwreck Cove provides party packages that include park admission, cabana rental, a party host, food, paper products and more. A playground is available at adjacent Stone Ledge Park.

Sk8erz Family Fun Center, 415 Sha Lane, Spartanburg, 864-585-1005, Sk8erzffc@yahoo.com, Sk8erzFamilyFunCenter.com. The center offers skating, an indoor playground, arcade area and a prize redemption center, all with a mission to provide a clean, safe and fun-filled environment for all ages.

Sky Zone Greenville, 2465 Laurens Road, Greenville, 864-558-2400, events@szgreenville.com, skyzone.com/greenville. Action packed parties are offered. The location has served more than 8,000 parties over 10 years. Details are online.

Southern Martial Arts, 990 S. Pine St., Spartanburg, 864-585-8814, smaandkaratekids@gmail.com, southernkarate.net/birthday-parties. Party packages are available with spring board, obstacle course and more. Details are online.

Spare Time Entertainment, 822 Congaree Road, Greenville, 864-412-0299, sparetimeentertainment.com/greenville. Birthday packages can include luxury bowling, laser tag and more. All packages include pizza, Game Zone arcade play and a party host to handle the details. Customize your event with catering options.

Spartanburg Art Museum, 200 East St. John St., Spartanburg, 864-582-7616, museum@spartanarts.org, spartanburgartmuseum.org. Party rental details are available online.

Spartanburg Science Center, 200 E. Saint John St., Spartanburg, 864-583-2777,  mlevens@spartanarts.org, spartanburgsciencecenter.org. A variety of party options are available for ages 3 – 12. Contact for details.

Spartanburg Parks, spartanburgparks.org. Rental space is available, including a multi-purpose room with tables and seating available for up to 75 guests, a prep kitchen and more.

Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery, 205 Cedar Lane Road, Greenville, 864-255-3385, swamprabbitcafe.com. A spacious seating area with garage-style doors is available.

The Big E, 1100 Factory Shops Blvd., Gaffney, 864-489-1515, thebigegaffney.com/birthdays. Birthday packages are available with a variety of attractions.

The Children's Museum of the Upstate – Greenville and Spartanburg, 300 College St., Greenville, 864-233-7755, 130 Magnolia St., Spartanburg, 864-553-7952, tcmupstate.org/greenville/birthdays. Parties include TCMU museum admission for you and your guests. Play all day – before, during and after the party. Every package includes a cupcake for each child, a photo backdrop with festive props, and more. Every private party room is decorated and equipped with party supplies. A dedicated host will be available during the entire party and will take care of all set-up and clean-up, gift unwrapping and any additional activities. Four party packages are offered, as well as themed add-on activities and goodie bags.

The Pavilion Recreation Complex, 400 Scottswood Road, Taylors, 864-322-7529 pavilion.greenvillerec.com/birthday-parties. Bounce house and ice skating parties are available. Details are online.

The Salvation Army Kroc Greenville, 424 Westfield St., Greenville, 864-867-8377, krocgreenville.org/KrocGreenville/birthday-parties-field-trips. Parties at Kroc Greenville are for kids of all ages. All parties include 60 minutes of play in the gym or pool and 90 minutes in the party room for 12 – 25 children. Scheduled party room times include access to the shared game room.

TR Makers Co., 3 S. Main St., Travelers Rest, 864-610-0996, trmakersco@gmail.com, trmakersco.org/play/private-events. Choose from our wide selection of projects for guests to enjoy. Artists will help bring out each participant's creative side while having fun with your group – available for creative and unique birthday parties, girls' nights, bachelorette parties and corporate or team-building events.

Treetop Quest, 16 Alma Street, Greenville, 864-907-9539, treetopquest.com/greenville. Call for birthday package details, which can include exploring the park’s treetop obstacles and zip lines, and celebration time in a picnic area.

Upcountry History Museum - Furman University, 540 Buncombe St., Greenville, 864-467-3100, UpcountryHistory.org. Rental spaces are available. Contact for additional birthday party options.

Upstate Karate, 122 Blakely Road, Simpsonville, 864-967-3930,  upstatekarate.com/birthday-parties. See website for birthday party package details.

Urban Air Adventure Park, 1025 Woodruff Road, Greenville, 864-551-4933, urbanair.com/south-carolina-greenville. Build a party package with a classic or glow theme. A variety of attractions and activities are available.

YMCA of Greater Spartanburg, spartanburgymca.org. The Middle Tyger YMCA (864-433-9623) offers Kindergym and Zumba parties. At the Thomas E. Hannah YMCA (864-585-0306), an indoor pool with slide, lazy river, and splash pad is available for birthday celebrations. Call the membership services staff to schedule. Details are online.

Younts Center For Performing Arts, 315 N. Main St., Fountain Inn, 864-409-1050, elaine.bartlett@yountscenter.org, yountscenter.org. The Younts Center's campus has multiple rooms for a wide- range of events, including receptions, birthday parties and more.

Food, entertainment and more!

And Why Not Balloons, Upstate, 864-230-0321, andwhynotballoons@gmail.com, andwhynotballoons.com. Serving the Upstate for more than 25 years – specializing in grand entryway arches, columns, centerpieces, organic sculptures, helium bouquets, balloon drops, twisted characters, etc. Unique balloon arrangements add excitement to celebrations, corporate spaces or church events.

Baking Sweet Scents, 864-238-2499, bakingsweetscents.com. A variety of sweet treats are available, including allergen-friendly (gluten-free, dairy-free, low sugar, etc.) cakes, cupcakes, and cookies including French macarons.

Bee Happy Cakes and Confections, Spartanburg, 989-506-4203, facebook.com/behappycakes. Bee Happy Cakes and Confections is a home based business offering custom orders for cakes, cupcakes, cake pops, cookie kits and sugar cookies for birthday parties and other celebrations.

Big Red Party Truck, 702-824-5295, http://bigredpartytruck.com. Navy veteran and full-time firefighter/EMT-owned business. Parties come to your location. Options include fire truck rides, spraying water from real fire hose and more.

Bossy Bakers, 1540 Wade Hampton Blvd., Suite G, Greenville, 864-236-5223 bossybakers.com. A variety of baked good are offered, including cakes, cupcakes, pies and more. Vegan options are available.

Bruce Unlimited Designs, Mauldin, 864-230-0321, benbruce2004@yahoo.com, bruceunlimited.com. Led by an industry-leading Certified Balloon Artist (CBA), a unique balloon-twisting style will add excitement to your special occasion. Face painters use only the highest quality professional face paint – serving the Upstate for over a decade.

Couture Cakes of Greenville, 1325 Miller Road, Suite H, Greenville, 864-288-6610, susan@couturecakesofgreenville.com, couturecakesofgreenville.com.  Custom cakes and cupcakes are available for any occasion.

Critter Keeper, Upstate, 864-640-2295, critterkeeperupstate.com. The Critter Keeper brings creepy-crawly critters to you, along with a presentation of information, scares, laughs, a little magic, life lessons and more.

Dream Co. Events, Pickens, 864-363-4252, events@thedreamcoevents.com, facebook.com/Thedreamcoevents. Celebrate with luxury balloon installs, full event planning, designing and styling, prop rentals, custom signs, photo booth kiosk rentals and more.

Dreams Come True Events, Upstate, 864-386-2743 or 864-279-1861, info@dreamscometrue-event.com, dreamscometrue-event.com. Choose themed birthdays and parties with a wide selection of characters.

Hands Full of Fun, Greer, 864-230-1834, handsfulloffun@gmail.com, handsfulloffun.com. For over 15 years Kevin and Melissa Delp have entertained through twisting balloons and performing magic at birthday parties, corporate events and local schools.

Hooray Yard Cards of the Upstate, LLC, 843-412-4599, upstatesc@hoorayyardcards.com, hoorayyardcards.com/upstatesc.  Celebrate with yard cards for birthdays, graduations, baby showers, gender reveals, military welcome home, anniversaries, retirement, school events, and more.

Houni’s Italian Ice, 1848 Woodruff Road, Greenville, 107 N. Main St., Suite 11, Simpsonville, events@hounisice.com, hounisitalianice.com. Several catering options are available, including prepackaged treats and a mobile cart. Foods include signature gelati (Italian ice layered with soft serve ice cream) as well as soft serve cups, cones and freezes.

Jenauri’s Vegan Bakery, 864-399-7496, jenaurisveganbakery@gmail.com, jenaurisveganbakery.com. Jenauri's Vegan Bakery is a from-scratch bakery that specializes in desserts that are dairy, egg, and animal cruelty free. Custom cakes are available for all occasions, along with cookies, brownies and cake pops.

Joy Set Entertainment, Upstate 864-299-1949, joyset.com. Entertainment provided for more than 25 years. Options include balloon twisters, face painters, caricature artists, magicians, themed balloon decoration and more.

Kona Ice of Greenville LLC, Upstate, 864-214-5949, sturm@kona-ice.com, kona-ice.com/local-site/kona-ice-of-greenville. Shaved ice is available for parties and events. Details are online.

Label Creations, Simpsonville, 864-303-5947, jackie@labelcreations.com, labelcreations.com. Personalized favors available, include Hershey’s Kiss labels, popcorn wrappers and candy wrappers.

Liz Made Cookies, Greenville, 772-485-8003, lizmadecookies@gmail.com, lizmadecookies.com. Custom decorated sugar cookies are available for every celebration.

Mega Rock Challenge & Amusements, 3248 Parris Bridge Road, Boiling Springs, 864-599-9349, megarockchallenge.com. Party rental options include inflatables, mechanical rides and concessions.

Pink Mama’s Ice Cream, 11 S. Main St., Travelers Rest, 864-905-4849, pinkmamasicecream@gmail.com, pinkmamasicecream.com. This special event ice cream truck is available for parties, weddings, special events and more. Schedule online. Click the “book your party” tab to enter details and see available time slots. This does not confirm your event.

Pretty Little Play Co., Upstate, prettylittleplayco@gmail.com, prettylittleplayco.com. Soft play spaces are designed for ages 0 – 4 and are perfect for birthday parties or any events where little ones are welcome. Spaces are delivered, set up and packed/picked up. Choose package and style options online.

Pros Only Entertainment, 864-834-3632, info@prosonlydj.com, ProsOnlyDJ.com. DJ and photobooth services and more are available in the Upstate and surrounding areas.

Puzzled Art, Easley, 864-918-2931, puzzledart@hotmail.com, https://puzzledart.wixsite.com/artist. Custom made pieces use retail produced puzzles and custom photography. Details are online and on social media @mypuzzledart.

Roller Time Skating Academy, 864-561-2172, rollertimeskatingacademy@gmail.com, facebook.com/Roller-Time-Skating-Academy-440434612690018. Roller Time Skating Academy is a come-to-you roller skating academy. Birthday parties incorporate fun and instruction all in one.

Safe Haven & Educational Adventures, Inc., Greenville, 864-246-4425, info@rescueexotics.org, rescueexotics.org. Birthday party packages include bringing a variety of mammals, birds and reptiles to your location. Kids can learn about the animals and visit with them up close and personal.

Sign Gypsies Simpsonville, serving Simpsonville, Fountain Inn, and surrounding areas, 864-881-8887, signgypsiessimpsonville@gmail.com, signgypsies.com. Sign Gypsies offers custom yard greetings to celebrate your special occasion.

Sign Gypsies Spartanburg, serving Spartanburg and surrounding areas, 864-663-6370, signgypsiesspartanburg@gmail.com, signgypsies.com. Bright letters and graphics help celebrate all occasions.

Sign Gypsies Upstate, serving Greenville, Greer, and Taylors, 864-300-0474,  signgypsiesupstate@gmail.com, signgypsies.com. Celebrate with a custom yard sign for your guest of honor. Signs include setting up and retrieving the installation. See examples on Instagram or Facebook.

Songs Sealed Delivered, 828-776-0411,  songssealeddelivered@gmail.com, songssealeddelivered.com. Balloon twisting, princess parties, face painting, balloon decor, fairy hair, party planning, balloon delivery, singing telegrams and children's characters are available.

Starry Sky Sleepovers, Upstate, starryskysleepoversgvl@gmail.com, starryskysleepoversgvl.com. Host unique sleep adventures in your own home. Choose a theme and your home will be transformed into an enchanting party space decorated with bedding, buntings, throw pillows, fairy lights, lanterns, and a special gift for the guests. The next day, it will be packed and picked up.

Suga Mamas Artisan Cotton Candy, 120 Pewter Circle, Simpsonville, 912-223-6026, booksugamamas@gmail.com, linktr.ee/Sugamamas. Live spinning at your event or custom tubs of cotton candy – flavors include Cookies N Cream, Strawberry Shortcake, Captain Crunch and more.

Sugah Cakes, 147 S. Pine St., Spartanburg, 864-585-3228, sugahcakessc@gmail.com, sugahcakes.com. Cupcakes and custom order sugar cookies are available.

The Wright Inflatables, Upstate, 864-702-2556, thewrightinflatables@gmail.com, thewrightinflatables.com. Rent bounce houses, combos and more. Details are online.

Tip Top Cake Shop, 601 Williams Ave., Suite B, Easley, 864-850-2807, tiptopcakeshop.com. Group events and custom cakes are available. Details are online.

Tumblebus Greenville, LLC, Greenville, 864-263-7723, info@tumblebusgreenville.com, tumblebusgreenville.com. The Tumblebus mobile facility comes to you, filled with interchangeable equipment like monkey bars, trampoline, rings, swings, slides, trapeze, climbing equipment and more. Parties are appropriate for ages 18 months – 6 years.

Tumblebus Spartanburg, Spartanburg, 864-266-6784, info@tumblebusspartanburg.com, tumblebusspartanburg.com. TUMBLEBUS is a full sized colorful yellow school bus that has been converted into a climate controlled, fun bus for children walking toddler – 8 years of age filled with gymnastic equipment. Details are online.

Wainani Shave Ice, Anderson, 864-245-4378, wainanishaveice@gmail.com, facebook.com/HawaiianShaveIce. Mobile units are available for birthday parties and more. Also open at Walmart Neighborhood Market in Anderson, daily through August.

Wildflower Cupcake and Dessert Bar, 3730 Pelham Road Greenville, 864-775-5554, wildflowercupcakesgvl.com. Specializing in gourmet cupcakes and desserts, including gluten-free, keto/sugar-free and vegan products daily. Dairy-free available by request.

Wildlife Geeks, 843-592-8079, theanimalgeeks@yahoo.com, wildlifegeeks.com.  The party comes to you – Wildlife Geeks combines animals, wildlife conservation, and adventure. Each party is unique because the birthday child gets to pick the main animals that come to their party. Wildlife Geeks brings a wide variety of mammals, reptiles, and amphibians from a Ring Tailed Lemur to a Fennec Fox. Fully licensed and insured.

Yellowbobbypins Art Camp, Hampton Station, 1320 Hampton Avenue Ext., Studio 607, Greenville, 864-238-0599, info@yellowbobbypins.com, yellowbobbypins.com. Little Parties are offered for ages 2 – 6 and Painting Parties are offered for ages 6 and older. Details are available online.

Zooligans Bouncers, 864-508-6620, zooligansbouncers.com. Rental options include water slides, combos (slide and bounce house), bounce houses, obstacle courses and more. Fully insured and operated since 2016.

Zuber Mobile Petting Zoo of the Carolinas, 864-316-1301, ZUBERPettingZoo@gmail.com, zuberpettingzoo.com.  This mobile petting zoo and pony ride service offers party options to the Upstate of SC and foothills of NC.

This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Upstate Parent’s 2023 Birthday Guide