12 Fun Los Angeles Birthday Ideas For Celebrating In The City of Angels (2024)
- Date: July 28, 2024
- Topic: Events
- Contributors: Written by Peerspace Staff

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Birthday party venues on Peerspace typically cost between $50 — $220 per hour.
Looking to elevate your or a loved one’s birthday party to the next level? In a city as diverse and trendsetting as Los Angeles, it can be easy to fall back on the usual celebrations. This year, try something new and explore one of these fun Los Angeles birthday ideas that break the mold and offer an experience as unique as living in The City of Angels!
You’ll notice that some of these suggestions include birthday party rental venues available through Peerspace. Peerspace is the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals and makes it easy to find and book unique spaces for all of your special events. Since Peerspace venues are operated by local hosts, you’ll have someone to contact if you have any questions or requests. All the better for throwing a bespoke, one-of-a-kind type of birthday!
Now, without further ado, here are our favorite Los Angeles birthday ideas.
1. Book your dream LA event venue on Peerspace

With Peerspace, the internet’s largest peer-to-peer marketplace for event and production rentals, you have access to thousands of unique spaces that have been customized for the best party experience. Use advanced filtering and search tools to narrow down your results to your budget, theme, or necessary amenities. Give yourself a break from the crowds and ensure an intimate celebration that’s worthy of you or your loved one with Peerspace!
There are so many unexpected gems hidden around the city to find – take for example this stunning indoor and outdoor loft space with luxe amenities and outstanding service. The host provides just about every party amenity you can want here, from karaoke setups to a photo booth.
Take a look through some of the high-quality images uploaded by the host and admire the lush rooftop lounge and hip design choices. Once you’re done there, scroll down and see some of the hundreds of five-star user reviews from people who have used this space for everything from Friendsgiving to birthday parties! Booking with Peerspace gives you confidence going in by providing all the upfront details needed to make a decision.
2. Hang ten with a private surfing experience
One of the most quintessential LA activities has to be surfing. Yet for most of us, knowing where to start is an intimidating and impossible-seeming task. That’s where the experts at Camp Surf come in, they have party options for all ages and experience levels where you can learn to surf and play some beach volleyball!
3. Cruise Marina del Rey Harbor on a Tiki Mermaid charter

Want a party that’s on the water but not in it? Book a Yacht Charter with Tiki Mermaid in Marina del Rey! They’ve updated the classic riverboat dinner cruise to the modern era, providing a Polynesian-inspired hip nightclub venue with a full bar and dance floor. The best part is – you can provide your own catering and enjoy your favorite meal on the water.
After a day in the water, head to this nearby Marina del Rey mansion and enjoy private access to its pool, cabana, and airy open floor plan. And at only $88 per hour, it’s a bargain for a venue that will let you party like your millionaire!
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4. Have fun with felines at CatCafe Lounge
Need Los Angeles birthday ideas for an animal lover in your life? CatCafe Lounge is the only nonprofit cat cafe in the city and is open for birthdays. This is a real crowd-pleaser that’s also for a great cause, just be prepared – you may end up leaving with a new furry friend in tow!
5. See a movie with a view at the Rooftop Cinema Club
Now we’ve all heard about drive-in movie theaters, but what about rooftop ones? Experience a new type of movie theater at LA’s Rooftop Cinema Club. You can book a private screening for you and your friends to watch your favorite in a unique fresh air theater. With innovations like personal headphones, this is one birthday party you don’t want to miss!
Want a private movie experience but don’t want to spend several thousand dollars? Then skip Cinema Club and head to Peerspace instead! We can connect you with private movie theaters, like this central LA theater with flexible seating. It’s only $69 per hour and offers movie screening must-haves, like a projector and screen, for a flat fee. All in a very cool and totally private setting!
6. Get outside and try bubble soccer or Zorbing
Are you searching for Los Angeles birthday ideas for an energetic little one? Give them a gift to remember with one of Air Balling LA’s amazing party packages. They’ve got inflatable fun like bubble soccer and Zorbing along with NERF gun arenas and Fortnite parties. Each one comes with a representative from the company to oversee play and ensure your party goes off without a hitch.
7. Bring the paint and sip studio anywhere
Paint-and-sip parties have become a popular trend in recent years. If you haven’t been to one, they typically involve a relaxing painting class along with a little wine – a definite winning combo! Paint and Sip Studio LA is the only mobile and virtual painting studio in the city, giving you the opportunity to experience this fun event anywhere.
If you’re looking for a unique, private space to host a paint-and-sip party with Paint and Sip Studio LA, then Peerspace can help you out. For example, check out this large downtown multi-room mid-century loft. It provides space for 40 guests, has tons of comfy gathering spaces, and plenty of room to set up your easels and other painting materials.
There’s also this unique DTLA penthouse creative space that provides a more artistic and moody ambiance if that’s more appealing. It’s easy to see how a Peerspace venue like this can inspire some interesting artwork!
8. Put the pedal to the metal at the Porsche Driving Experience

If you’re planning a birthday for a speed demon and go-karts just aren’t enough, give them the ultimate Porsche Driving Experience! The state-of-the-art 53-acre facility is the pinnacle for any car or racing lover. Go on a high-speed ride with a professional driver behind the wheel, or enjoy a personal driving lesson with one.
After your turn behind the wheel, head to this industrial urban event space with new and vintage cars in Sawtelle. It’s a warehouse event space with room for up to 250 guests, a fleet of gorgeous cars to serve as eye candy, and even a lounge with a pool table and foosball.
9. Drop a quarter at an arcade bar

When just drinks aren’t enough, head down to Player One Arcade Bar! This retrowave spot has all the classics from the 80s like Donkey Kong or Centipede along with the latest and greatest like Dance Dance Revolution. Jam out to nostalgic hits from the 80s and 90s while enjoying their full bar and hip atmosphere.
Prefer a more private setting? Then consider booking this Arts District hidden arcade and enjoy coin-free gameplay with all your buds. It boasts an array of coin-free 80s and 90s arcade games as well as a rooftop garden lounge with killer city views. “This space is a can’t miss,” shares a Peerspace reviewer. “Beautiful and spacious. Everything is in perfect condition and the host Patrick cannot be kinder or generous. I would definitely book again.”
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10. Throw a strike at LA’s oldest bowling alley
One of the oldest and most classic Los Angeles birthday ideas is going down to the legendary Highland Park Bowl. Originally built during Prohibition, the lanes have been lovingly restored to reflect the speakeasy vibe and provide a premier bowling experience. Grab a slice of their signature pizza and knock some pins!
11. Take a trip to My Little Paris Cafe for a tea party

For very young children, My Little Paris Cafe and Play can’t be beat. Combine the classic tea party motif with a state-of-the-art play area and Parisian decorations and you’ve got a recipe for a memorable party. The best part is they’ve got delicious food options that will satisfy the little ones and parents!
For older birthday revelers who love the Paris theme, consider booking this sun-drenched modern fully decorated luxury loft downtown. It’s a popular setting for photoshoots though can just as easily be used as the setting for a Parisian-inspired cocktail party!
12. Skydive without a plane at iFly
Ever wanted to skydive? Before you go jumping out of a plane, try LA’s only indoor skydiving destination – iFly! Nearly all ages can enjoy this unique and fantastic flying experience. Each party package includes a flight class, air time, and a party room to enjoy cake and presents afterward.
Los Angeles birthday ideas: conclusion

You probably already know that Los Angeles offers you endless ideas for celebrating your birthday in style. But maybe you hadn’t realized until now that booking an amazing birthday party venue is actually super easy, thanks to Peerspace!
Use our platform to discover and book a stylish, well-equipped venue that brings all of your birthday dreams to life. And remember, you can rely on your venue’s host if you have any questions or requests leading up to or during your event. It may just become your new birthday tradition!
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