by Ann Hinds

Created on: December 20, 2009

Temecula, known for its wine country and historic downtown, also has an amazing array of birthday party venues for kids. A couple of the venues are just outside the Temecula City border but they are no more than a 10-minute drive away.

Temecula Children’s Museum

The Temecula Children’s Museum is a fun-filled activity on any day but for a birthday, it is a special treat. They have several birthday packages. The least expensive is $100.00 for 8 kids and 2 adults. That includes admission to the museum, invitations, a gift for the birthday child and one hour reserved in the outdoor picnic area. Kids love exploring Professor Pennypickle’s workshop and on a personal note, adults love it too. The museum is located at 42081 Main Street, Old Town Temecula, CA 92590/

Child’s Place    

This is a birthday party spectacular for the younger crowd. This is an indoor playground especially designed for children from one to six years. Created to provide a safe, kid-friendly environment, it features climbers, slides, tunnels and a dress-up area. Food and drinks are the responsibility of the parents. There are three birthday packages available, each featuring different games but the children are allowed at least two hours of play in all the structures. All children must wear socks. Child’s Place is located at 28860 Old Town Front St, Temecula, CA 92590.

Skyhigh Party Zone

This is one of the most interesting birthday venues. Located in Murrieta, it is a 9,000 square foot indoor playground. Kids can play air hockey, ping pong and shuffleboard. There is a karaoke stage and video arcades. There is a toddler area. There are the all-important jumpers with slides and rock-climbing.

The staff will supervise your guests and do the entire cleanup. Their prices start with the “Penny Wise” package for $99.00. It price includes jumping for an hour and 30 minutes in the party room. Bring the cake. Everything else is included. It is located at 26670 Madison Ave. Murrieta, CA 92562  

Chuck-E-Cheese  

Still in Murrieta, Chuck-E-Cheese is a place kids love and the freedom that it allows. They can go from game to game, winning tickets, all within the eyesight of their parents. Prices range from $14.00 to $19.00 per child, which includes pizza, drinks and tokens. The party area is reserved for 90-minutes and the birthday child gets a present, a balloon and a birthday show. The Chuck-E-Cheese is located at 25110 Hancock Avenue #101-106, Murrieta, CA 92562

McDonalds’s

Just down the street from Chuck-E-Cheese is McDonald’s. The birthday package has been around for decades. It is a great way to save money with a party that children will enjoy. There is a play area outside.  McDonald’s is located at 29888 Los Alamos Road, Murrieta, CA 92562.

Mulligan Family Fun    

Not just for birthdays, this is also a family fun day for all ages. Birthdays packages vary but for $8.99 a person, the party area is available for 1 ½ hours. The package includes invitations, balloons, party supplies and 15 tokens per child. Also included are 2 slices of pizza, unlimited drinks and a birthday gift. If that is not enough, partygoers can also add go-karts, miniature golf, bumper boats, rock wall, teacups and the train. Mulligan’s also has laser tag and batting cages for the future baseball star. Mulligan’s is located at 24950 Madison Ave. Murrieta, CA 92562.

Temecula is known for its antique stores and great places to eat. Now add fantastic party venues that are guaranteed to delight any youngster.

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