Childrens Birthday Party Ideas in Darlington
Looking for birthday party ideas in Darlington that your child’s friends haven’t already done? I’m a local children’s entertainer, and these are the party ideas I think are worth knowing about, from railway adventures to hands-on animals.
Hopetown DarlingtonMcNay Street, Darlington, DL3 6SW
hopetowndarlington.co.uk
Railway Adventure
Party
Celebrate at Darlington’s railway-themed visitor attraction, with an hour in the Wagon Woods adventure play park and lunch in your own private party room. Party lunch boxes are provided for every child, and you can explore the site before or after. It seems a great choice for little train fans.
We Are Wild Forest SchoolSockburn Lane, Neasham, Darlington, DL2 1PH
we-are-wild.co.uk
Forest School
Campfire Party
A forest school party in a walled garden at Neasham, run by a qualified teacher and Forest School Leader. Children enjoy outdoor games, then a campfire lunch of hotdogs and toasted marshmallows. Suitable for ages 4 and up, and kids will really enjoy this.
Create & Paint14 Grange Road, Darlington, DL1 5NG
createandpaint.co.uk
Paint Your Own
Pottery Party
A family-run creative studio in Darlington town centre where children paint their own pottery, choosing from figures like a unicorn, T-rex, dragon or panda, or a plate or mug. The painting session runs for 90 minutes, and the studio then glazes and fires each piece, ready to collect about a week later. A lovely keepsake, and kids will really enjoy this.
Dolphin CentreHorsemarket, Darlington, DL1 5RP
darlington.gov.uk
Private Pool Party
with Slides
Private hire of the Dolphin Centre’s training pool, complete with slides or diving boards, followed by party food. It’s for ages 8 and up, and adults need to be in the water with younger swimmers. A brilliant option for older kids who love the water.
Ozzy WizzpopCovering Darlington & the North East
ozzywizzpop.uk
Birthday Magician with
Ozzy Wizzpop
A hilarious slapstick magic show with puppets, party games and Bonkers the monkey, brought to your home or chosen venue anywhere in Darlington. I run the whole two-hour party, so you can relax and enjoy it too.
Arcadia Darlington84 Skinnergate, Darlington, DL3 7LX
arcadiadarlington.co.uk
Arcade and Racing
Simulator Party
A multi-floor gaming venue on Skinnergate with arcade machines, console zones and racing simulators. Party packages include a private party room and supervised arcade access.
The Forum Music CentreBorough Road, Darlington, DL1 1SG
theforumonline.co.uk
Record Your Own
Pop Song
Darlington’s dedicated live music venue and studios on Borough Road. Children can record their favourite song in a professional recording studio, or watch a film of their choice on the big screen. For ages 6 to 13, and a real treat for budding pop stars.
Wild ScienceComes to your venue in Darlington
wildsci.co.uk
Hands-On Animal
Party
A hands-on animal party that comes to your venue, with rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles and creepy-crawlies to meet and handle. A DBS-checked animal expert shares fun facts about each one. Kids will really enjoy this.
Hosting the Party Yourself?
If you’d rather book your own space, I’ve put together a list of halls and community centres across Darlington that work well for children’s parties.
See Darlington party venues