Where to Have a Birthday Party in Dripping Springs

Check out these unique and budget-friendly options for a birthday in Dripping Springs, TX

As much as I don’t want to admit it, I’ve thrown some big (and expensive) birthday parties for my kids. I told my older ones that the birthday party cut-off age was 10, but they seem to continue for years after that anyway. The number of attendees gets smaller, but the activities get more expensive. It can be difficult to come up with new, creative options and try to stay within a budget for birthday parties.

After researching and planning multiple parties over the years for my four children and helping with others, I’ve created a list of locations that would be fabulous and somewhat affordable options for a birthday party in Dripping Springs, Texas (or nearby in the Hill Country). These are listed in no particular order, and a few are marked with an * because they are on the more expensive side.

*Costs MORE than $15/child

We hope you can find your next birthday party location and ideas from this list.

Birthday Party Locations in Dripping Springs

• Founders Memorial Park or Pool – It’s first come, first served for free at the pavilion or go online to reserve it.
• Sports and Rec Park – Snag a couple picnic tables and play your kid’s favorite sport for free.
• The Pound House – Email to inquire. Parties are customized based on interest and availability of volunteers.
• Hamilton Pool Vineyard and Farm – Email to inquire. You can get a tour and let kids practice being a farm hand.
• HC Elite – Call for details on fun parties including free play, guided tumble/ninja, silent disco, black light nerf battles, or wiffle ball parties.
• Local Brewery – Call or email to reserve tables and ask about bringing in food or cake. Most have playgrounds and fields for open play.
• Route 12 Filling Station – Call or email to inquire. Kids can enjoy the splash pad as well as the shaded playground next door at One Shot Distilling.
• Pedernales Falls State Park – Make a group rez in advance. Sometimes the rangers are available to put together an educational program for your group.
• *EVO Movie Theater and Arcade – Far from free but includes two kid favorites: movies and video games.
• La Paloma Dining and Events – Call or email to reserve tables. The party-goers can munch on chips and queso, play mini golf, build sand castles, swing to their hearts’ content, and practice skits on stage.
• Hat Creek – Reserve tables in advance. No extra charge for a party. Just order food and enjoy the playground.
• Verde’s Mexican Parilla – Make a reservation for patio tables. Let kids play out back in the field and on the playground, while enjoying a casual dinner together on the covered patio.
• Private Pool through Swimply – Use someone’s beautiful pool and backyard to throw an epic swim party. Price usually includes up to 20 guests.

Birthday Party Locations NEAR Dripping Springs

• Camp Ben for Fishing and Water Play – Snag some tables or an open pavilion for free. Bring fishing nets and poles (for catch and release).
• Bee Cave Central Park – First come, first served on shaded tables. There are 2 playground areas to choose from and basketball courts as well.
• *Hill Country Indoor – Full service parties with rock climbing, indoor play area, and sports.
• *Urban Air – It isn’t cheap, but it’ll reduce your work load and wear the kids out.
• *The Art Garage – Customized art parties
• *Austin Zoo – Tour the zoo and then celebrate in a private party area.
• *High Five – Several birthday options, including axe throwing, bowling, laser tag, and arcade
• Shady Llama – Scroll down on linked site to see party guidelines. There are 2 cute playgrounds, hammocks, and lawn games for the kids.
• VFW Bingo in Wimberley – Just show up at 6:30 pm and grab a table for your group. Buy cards and concessions for each person. No outside food allowed but BYOB. Kids can win $$ too.
• Cypress Falls Wimberley – Bring your own tubes and a birthday picnic. Outside food is allowed but not alcohol (bar onsite). Pay for each person and sign a waiver.
• Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – Book a group visit or self-guided field trip. Outside food is allowed.
• Cidercade – Reserve tables in advance and let kids play video games to their hearts’ content.

Birthday Party Locations in The Hill Country

• Putters and Gutters (Marble Falls) – Bowling and mini golf at an affordable price
• Sweet Berry Farm (Marble Falls) – Book online. Choose which activities you want to include for your party. Shaded picnic tables are plentiful and free, and you can bring in all your own food.
• LBJ State Park (Johnson City) – Free entry and outside food allowed. Call ahead to schedule a farm tour. Snag picnic tables behind the farm before tour starts.
• Children’s Park (San Marcos) – This is one of the cutest parks in Texas. Go early to set up at one of the few picnic tables. Add on a cold swim or fishing in the river at Rio Vista Park next door.
• *Animal World and Snake Farm (San Marcos) – Book in advance, especially in the spring. You can do a self-guided tour to see all of the animals, then add on gem mining and animal encounters for your group.
• Landa Park (New Braunfels) – This park has it all: mini train, mini golf, multiple playgrounds, and a water park (summer only).
• McKenna Children’s Museum (New Braunfels) – This is a great, affordable option mostly for children 7 and under. They could play here all day.
• *Johnson City Science Mill – Reach out in advance to plan activities and reserve private room for your group.

Did I miss anything? Share with us your favorite birthday party location thus far and any others we may have left off the list. If you’re looking for additional restaurant ideas to host a gathering during the HOT summer and fall months, check out this list.

Happy birthday planning!