Birthday Party Ideas for Active Older Kids and Young Teens

Arranging a birthday party for an older child or a young teenager can be a challenge – they are at the age where a bouncy castle and a birthday cake are not going to cut the mustard, but are also too young for more adult birthday parties.

The trick to organising a great party for kids of this awkward age is to focus on what they i=enjoy and their interests, so if you have a child that enjoys activities and excitement, here are some ideas that might be of help to you…

Trampolining – There are trampoline parks all around the UK that prove popular with active and fun-loving kids and adults alike. With obstacle courses and interconnected trampolines, this is a great place to have some fun bouncing around!

Climbing – Places like this birthday party Gloucester based climbing centre venue www.270climbing.com/group-activities/parties/ are great for birthday parties for kids who want that adrenaline rush, and whether you want indoor or outdoor climbing they can do it safely and learn some new climbing skills whilst doing so.

Go Karting – This is a great activity for those who are competitive! Tracks can be tailored to a variety of age groups and various group sizes are catered for. They will also be provided with the safety equipment that they need.

Outdoor Adventures – Places like Go Ape offer great outdoor adventure courses if they like to run wild in the woods and are a popular choice for people wanting a more exciting birthday party idea.

Jack Henry