Best Birthday Party Venues in Salem, Oregon (2026 Guide)
Updated October 2026. We checked every venue's own website for current prices and party rules. Packages change often, so confirm with the venue when you book.
Planning a birthday party in Salem, Oregon? Salem has a solid lineup of indoor venues with party rooms and hosted packages. This guide compares 9 of the best, including the brand-new Urban Air, with current prices, ages, and the rules parents usually only find out about after booking: outside cake, decorations, and balloons.
We're Party Mart, Salem's locally owned party store at 2075 Lancaster Dr NE (between Bi-Mart and Crunch Fitness). We've helped Salem families plan parties since 1994, and every venue below includes a tip on decorating within its rules.
Salem Party Venues at a Glance
| Venue | Best for | Packages from | Outside cake | Balloons |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Air Adventure Park (new) | All ages | $174.99 (5 guests) | Call | Included |
| Athletic Edge Adventure Park | Walking age–15 | $185 (10 kids) | Yes | No |
| Athletic Edge Gymnastics | Ages 2+ | $205 (10 kids) | Dessert only | No |
| Get Air Trampoline Park | All ages | $99 weekday (5 jumpers) | Yes | Ask first |
| Awesome Indoor Playground | 18 months–12 | $215 (10 kids) | Call | Ask first |
| Extreme Velocity | Older kids & teens | $99.95 (5 players) | Call | Ask first |
| Escape Tech | Ages 8+ | $160 (up to 5) | Call | Ask first |
| The Rock Boxx Climbing Gym | Ages 5+ | $240 (12 climbers) | Yes | Ask first |
| The Kroc Center | All ages | Bookings paused | Bakery cake | Included |
Heads up: most Salem venues limit balloons
Both Athletic Edge venues ban balloons outright, and most others don't say, so you have to ask. That doesn't have to mean a party without balloons. Lots of Salem parents do it this way:
- Decorate the table, not the ceiling. A birthday banner, table cover, and themed napkins work at almost any venue.
- Save the balloons for home. A giant number balloon or helium bouquet waiting at the house makes the after-party photos and opening presents feel like part of the celebration.
1. Urban Air Adventure Park NEW
1264 Lancaster Dr SE, Salem · (503) 967-2085 · Party info
Salem's newest party venue, which opened in 2026. Urban Air packs trampolines and a lot more under one roof: the Sky Rider indoor zipline, a ropes course, climbing walls, the Warrior obstacle course, trampoline dodgeball, a Slam Dunk zone, launch and racer slides, and a Kid's Area for ages 7 and under. Parties run 2 hours at a reserved table with a shared party host, and guests can keep playing all day once the party ends. The Small Squad package is $174.99 for 5 guests, and the Unlimited Play package is $349.99 for 10 guests. A private room with a private host, 2 pizzas and 2 drink pitchers is an extra $100.
- 2-hour party, then All Day Play for every guest
- Balloons, plates, napkins, tablecloth and a T-shirt for the birthday kid included (on request with Small Squad)
- Booking terms say no outside food or drink, so call to confirm your cake before the party
- Urban Air socks required
- Good for all ages. Height limits vary by attraction
2. Athletic Edge Adventure Park
1379 Madison St NE, Salem · (503) 361-2344 · Party info
A nonprofit family fun center with a three-story play structure, mini golf, a golf simulator and a café. It has three hand-painted jungle party rooms: King of the Jungle (up to 10 kids, from $185), Monkey Business (up to 15 kids, from $205) and Birds of Paradise (about 25 kids, from $225). Every package includes the room for two hours, admission and grip socks, plates, cups, napkins, water, a party host and a VIP parking spot. Food and drinks can be added when you book.
- 3 private themed party rooms, 2 hours
- Outside birthday cake allowed (no other outside food; ice cream cakes not recommended because they can't be stored)
- No balloons (industrial fans in the facility)
- Best for walking age to 15
3. Athletic Edge Gymnastics
1379 Madison St NE, Salem · (503) 361-2344 · Party info
In the same building as the Adventure Park, the gymnastics side gives you its 30,000 sq ft gym and a private party room for two hours: an hour of play with a party host running gymnastics, ninja or trampoline games, then cake and presents. Bronze packages start at $205 for 10 kids ($225 for 15, $245 for 25). Silver adds pizza and soda (from $235), and Gold adds a snack tray and a gold medal for the birthday kid (from $275).
- Private party room plus the full gym, 2 hours
- Outside birthday dessert only (cake, cupcakes, cookies)
- Room is yours 15 minutes early to decorate. Anything hung up needs host approval
- No balloons. Piñatas only with host approval
- Goodie bags allowed. Extra kids $12 each, up to 30
4. Get Air Trampoline Park
3910 Rickey St SE, Salem · (971) 304-0134 · Party info
Salem's trampoline park runs 2-hour parties with jump socks, tableware, setup and cleanup, and a shared party host. Packages start at $99 on weekdays ($130 weekends) for 5 jumpers. The popular pizza packages start at $240 on weekdays for 10 jumpers, and there's a $174.99 Toddler Time party for jumpers 46 inches and under. Get Air is open until 10 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, with a Club Air music-and-lights session at night.
- 2-hour parties with a shared party host
- Outside cake, cupcakes, and fruit and veggie platters allowed. Other outside food has a $50 fee unless your package waives it
- Confirm balloon policy in advance
- Good for all ages, with Toddler Time for little jumpers
Grab everything on your way to the party
Party Mart is on Lancaster Dr NE, an easy stop before most of these venues. Pick up balloons, banners, candles and favors in one trip, with same-day pickup on many in-stock balloon orders.
5. Awesome Indoor Playground Salem
3890 Center St NE, Salem · (503) 339-7054 · Party info
A relaxed pick for little kids, with a toddler section for 18 to 36 months, a main play structure for ages 3 to 12, and a ninja course and trampoline for kids up to 16. Parents get Stumptown coffee and a full kitchen with pizza, wings and salads. The basic party package is $215 for up to 10 kids with a private seating area and tableware, plus $15 per additional child. Reserving takes a $100 deposit, which is refundable if you cancel 7 or more days ahead.
- Private seating area, plates, napkins, utensils and cups
- House rules say no outside food or drink (there's an on-site restaurant), so call to confirm before bringing a cake
- Confirm balloon and decoration policy in advance
- Best for 18 months to 12 years
6. Extreme Velocity
3046 Portland Rd NE, Salem · (503) 581-1177 · Party info
Salem's indoor paintball, airsoft and laser tag arena, and a favorite for older kids and teens. Each party includes all gear and ammo, a drink for every player, and a reserved table for the group. Basic parties start at $99.95 for 5+ players (2 games each). Elite starts at $221.94 for 6 players with more games, an arcade card and a T-shirt for the guest of honor. For big groups, the private party covers up to 20 players with unlimited games for 2 hours.
- Reserved party table, gear and ammo included
- Call to confirm outside cake and decorations
- Heads up: Salem hours run short on many October days because of their Zombie Shoot event
- Best for older kids and teens
7. Escape Tech
Capitol Tower, 388 State St, Suite 300, Salem · (971) 433-2120 · Pricing
Salem's original escape room company, with no-tech, pure-puzzle rooms like Treasure Island and Sherlock's Mystery. Every game is private to your group: a flat $160 for up to 5 players, then $32 per extra person up to the room's limit. Younger groups can add 30 extra minutes for $79. The downtown location is open Tuesday to Sunday, 11 AM to 10 PM, and Escape Tech also runs two rooms inside the Kroc Center.
- Private 60-minute game for your group
- No party room listed, so call about cake and food, or plan cake at home or a nearby restaurant
- Best for ages 8 and up
8. The Rock Boxx Climbing Gym
3895 Cascadia Canyon Ave SE, Suite 110, Salem · (503) 371-3134 · Party info
A great fit for adventurous kids. A $240 party includes the party room and climbing for 2 hours, climbing passes, rental shoes, and cleanup, for up to 12 climbers (spectators don't count toward the limit). Climbers must be 5 or older, and parties have to be booked at least 14 days ahead.
- Party room and climbing for 2 hours, up to 12 climbers
- Cake and other food allowed inside the party room
- Arrive up to 15 minutes early to set up decorations
- Confirm balloon policy in advance
- Ages 5 and up
9. The Kroc Center
1865 Bill Frey Dr NE, Salem · (503) 566-5762 · Party info
Note: the Kroc has paused birthday bookings while it updates its booking system and packages. Check back or call for the new options. Its most recent packages started at $250 (Classic), $325 (Main Event, with pizza and drinks) and $425 (Kroc Star, with a 2-hour room and a sno-cone or cotton candy machine). Each covered up to 20 guests with day passes for the pool, lazy river, waterslide, rock wall, game room and gym, plus a party room, paper goods, linens and balloons.
- Party room for 1 hour (2 hours with Kroc Star)
- Cake or cupcakes from a licensed bakery only. No other outside food
- Balloons and basic decorations included in packages
- Great for all ages. Ask guests to bring towels
Venue Party Checklist: What to Bring
Most venue packages cover the room, a host and basic tableware. Here's what parents usually still need to bring:
- Birthday candles and a lighter (venues rarely supply them)
- A birthday banner or personalized banner for the party room
- A table cover and themed napkins (most venues only supply plain ones)
- Party favors or goodie bag toys for every guest
- Balloons, if the venue allows them, or for home if it doesn't
- Painter's tape, and ask before hanging anything (several venues require approval)
Salem Birthday Venue FAQs
Which Salem party venues don't allow balloons?
Athletic Edge Adventure Park and Athletic Edge Gymnastics prohibit balloons because of the industrial fans in their building. Most other venues don't publish a balloon policy, so call ahead. Urban Air and The Kroc Center include balloons in their party packages.
What's the cheapest birthday party venue in Salem?
For small groups, Get Air's Jump Start party is $99 on weekdays for 5 jumpers, and Extreme Velocity's Basic party starts at $99.95 for 5 players. For a private party room, Athletic Edge Adventure Park starts at $185 for up to 10 kids. Prices change, so check with the venue.
Can I bring my own cake to a Salem party venue?
Usually, yes. Athletic Edge (dessert only), Get Air (cake, cupcakes, and fruit and veggie platters) and The Rock Boxx (in the party room) all allow it. The Kroc Center requires a cake from a licensed bakery. Urban Air says to call and confirm, and Awesome Indoor Playground, Extreme Velocity and Escape Tech don't publish a cake policy, so call first.
Is there a new party place in Salem?
Yes. Urban Air Adventure Park opened in 2026 at 1264 Lancaster Dr SE, with trampolines, an indoor zipline, a ropes course, climbing walls and slides. Party packages start at $174.99 for 5 guests, and guests can keep playing all day after the 2-hour party.
Where can I get party balloons in Salem, OR?
Party Mart at 2075 Lancaster Dr NE carries helium latex and foil balloons, bouquets and number balloons, with same-day pickup on many in-stock orders. See our helium balloon options or call (503) 362-0941.
Party Mart: Salem's Local Party Store Since 1994
Whichever venue you pick, we can help you decorate it. Stop in for Salem's largest balloon selection, dozens of party themes, banners, tableware, favors and piñatas, or call and we'll help you plan.
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