Chicago Birthday Party Ideas

Having kids with winter and early spring birthdays can make party planning difficult. 

Weather in Chicago during the winter and early spring can be brutal. Certainly, kids with birthdays in the summer have a ton more options. But, your child doesn’t have to miss out on having an amazing birthday party. How do you host a great birthday party when you least want to go outside? Wintrust Complex has the perfect indoor party solution for kids.

Kids Birthday Party

Before you even begin looking at places to hold your child’s birthday party, you need to be on the same page as them. Talk to your kid about what they want out of their party, who they want to invite, and what kind of activities they are interested in doing during the party. This will set the stage for how you approach planning the event. At the end of the day, listening to what your child wants is the most important piece of the puzzle.

Once you’ve established with your child what they expect or want out of the party, you can begin planning. The first step is usually to establish a theme. Because so many kids today love sports or video games, you might want to consider putting those activities at the forefront of the party. 

Finding the Right Location

The location of the party is possibly the most important part of the planning. The location sets the mood for what type of party this is going to be. We know what kids want and how to deliver for them on their special day. For sports and gaming enthusiasts, there is no better spot than Wintrust Sports Complex in the Chicagoland area. We are a multipurpose sports tourism venue that focuses on creating a family-friendly atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. We are the perfect answer to the question of where you will host your child’s birthday party!

Wintrust Sports Complex

Here at Wintrust Sports Complex we have something for everyone. Located in Bedford Park, near the southwest border of Chicago, we embrace all our guests whether we are hosting a tournament or your child’s birthday party. We have a state-of-the-art facility for hosting events year round. 

Our venue is 116,000 square feet of fun for the entire family. Within these 116,000 square feet, you’ll find eight hardwood basketball courts or 16 NCAA volleyball courts, along with one championship court. When it comes to gaming and entertainment, you can check out our Redemption Arcade or esports gaming room. We also have the Station Grille onsite with a full kitchen and bar service on our second floor. There is even more spaces for private events, meetings, and parties. All of these offerings and venue options make Wintrust Sports Complex the ideal place for your child’s birthday party. 

Party Package Options

 At Wintrust Sports Complex, we offer three birthday party packages for people looking to host a sports or video game themed event. These packages are specific to esports, gaming, and sports, but feel free to consult our staff if you’re interested in mixing and matching activities. 

Our three birthday party packages are offered for up to 10 participating guests. Here are some of the perks that come with each package:

The Gaming Package – $350

• 2 hour private room rental
• 2 large pizzas (cheese or pepperoni)
• Unlimited water and fountain soda
• Unlimited popcorn
• Birthday party concierge
• 2 games of laser tag per guest
• $20 arcade game card per guest
• $35 per additional guest

The Sports Package – $350

• 2 hour private room rental
• 2 large pizzas (cheese or pepperoni)
• Unlimited water and fountain soda
• Unlimited popcorn
• Birthday party concierge
• 1 hour court rental
• $15 arcade game card per guest
• $35 per additional guest

The Esports Package – $300

• 2 hour private room rental
• 2 large pizzas (cheese or pepperoni)
• Unlimited water and fountain soda
• Unlimited popcorn
• Birthday party concierge
• 2 hour esports lounge rental
• $10 arcade game card per guest
• $30 per additional guest

As you can see, though many of the perks or features of each package are similar – the variations enhance each offering in a specific way. These packages are not set in stone either, and you can speak with our staff to customize your own party based on what your child is most interested in doing. We also offer custom birthday party invitations, if you are interested. If you live in the Chicagoland area and your child’s birthday is approaching fast, we recommend checking out our website for more information about planning a birthday party with Wintrust Sports Complex. 

Indoor Birthday Party for Kids

Wintrust Sports Complex is a new sports tourism venue that values entertainment in a family- friendly environment, which makes it such a welcoming place in the Chicagoland area to hold your child’s birthday party. We have plenty of activities at our venue, so you’ll always find new ways to have fun. Plus, we offer experiences the whole family can enjoy together. After you book your child’s party with us, you’re sure to keep coming back for more. 

When you book your event with us at Wintrust Sports Complex, you will not regret it. Our event planning staff is helpful, friendly, and can solve any problems that may arise before or during the event itself. If you have any questions about booking a birthday party with us or have any inquiries about our services, visit our website or feel free to contact us by phone.