Kids' birthday parties in Leslieville & Riverdale

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Leslieville and Riverdale have party options for every age, from toddler playgrounds to pottery, dance parties and rock climbing for school-age kids. Here's what each one includes, what it costs and who it suits, so you can compare in one place.

Venues

  • The Rock Oasis

    Neighbourhood:
    Leslieville (388 Carlaw Ave)
    Ages:
    6+
    Min kids:
    4 minimum, 12 maximum (siblings count)
    Price from:
    $180 ($45 per child, harness included)
    What's included:
    2 hours with auto belays, top ropes and the Kidzone; reserved party area where you can bring food. Drop-off only; final headcount due 2 weeks before.

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  • Leslieville School of Dance & Music

    Neighbourhood:
    Leslieville
    Ages:
    Turning 3+
    Min kids:
    Up to 10 included, up to 20 total ($20 + HST per extra child)
    Price from:
    $299 + HST
    What's included:
    2 hours of party time, 1-hour dance class, custom choreography to the birthday child's chosen song, mini performance for parents, dedicated party room with fridge, freezer and sink. You bring nut-free food, drinks and cake. Weekend time slots.

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  • Sprouts – Growing Bodies & Minds

    Neighbourhood:
    Leslieville (Carlaw Ave)
    Ages:
    0–7
    Min kids:
    10 plus the birthday child included; $25 per extra child, up to 30
    Price from:
    $469
    What's included:
    Private 90-minute weekend party after public hours, open use of the gym and playground, party staff, coffee, tea and hot chocolate for adults. All-inclusive option with decor, cake and loot bags from $979.

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  • Magic Moments Playground

    Neighbourhood:
    Gerrard Square (1000 Gerrard St E)
    Ages:
    6 months+
    Min kids:
    Up to 12 children and 12 adults included
    Price from:
    $399 + tax (Mon–Wed); $499 Thu, $599 Fri, $699 Sat–Sun afternoons, $599 weekend early-bird slots
    What's included:
    2 hours of playground access, private party room, setup and cleanup, themed tableware, juice box or water per child, free mall parking. You bring food and cake.

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  • The Clay Room

    Neighbourhood:
    Riverdale (279 Danforth Ave)
    Ages:
    5+ (painting), 7+ (clay building)
    Min kids:
    10 minimum (you pay for 10 if fewer come)
    Price from:
    $289.50 (10 kids, weekday painting)
    What's included:
    Private party room and staff. Paint-your-own ceramics: 1.5 hours, $28.95 per child weekdays, $29.95 weekends. Creative clay: 2 hours, $30.95 weekdays, $31.95 weekends. Last half hour is for your own food and cake.

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How to choose

Match the activity to the age: playgrounds suit under-6s, dance suits 3+, pottery suits 5+ and climbing needs kids 6+.

Check whether parents stay. Climbing at Rock Oasis is drop-off; playgrounds expect adults on site.

Count every child, including siblings. Most prices are per head or capped at 10–12 kids.

If your group is under 10, check minimums first: some venues charge for 10 kids even if fewer come.

Weekday parties are often much cheaper; Magic Moments is $300 less Monday to Wednesday than on weekends.

FAQ

How much does a kids' birthday party cost in Leslieville and Riverdale?

Most packages run about $300–$700 before tax for 10–12 kids. Per-child options like climbing or pottery can cost less for small groups.

What's best for toddlers?

Indoor playgrounds like Sprouts and Magic Moments, which are designed for little kids and let parents stay.

Can I bring my own food and cake?

At all five venues above, yes. Leslieville School of Dance & Music asks for nut-free food, and The Clay Room sets aside the last half hour for it.

Do parents have to stay?

It depends. Rock Oasis parties are drop-off only; playground parties expect adults on site.

How far ahead should I book?

As early as you can for weekends. Rock Oasis needs your final headcount 2 weeks before the party.

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