Having your child's birthday party at home has its advantages. It's usually less expensive and provides an intimate environment. However, most kids eventually want to have their birthday party at a locale other than their own backyard. That's where this guide comes in handy.

Whether your kid is more bouncy or more craft-oriented, there's a Brew City birthday party that can accommodate his / her wishes. The beauty of the away-from-home birthday party is that you don't have to clean up after the festivities.

Here's a list of Milwaukee-area businesses that offer birthday parties:

The Big Backyard 
2857 S. 160th St., New Berlin, (262) 797-9117
thebigbackyardwi.com
This indoor playground allows party guests to run, climb, slide and ride all year ‘round. Go to the web site for more information about party prices.

Chuck E. Cheese's
2701 S. Chase Ave., (414) 483-8655
chuckecheese.com
There are a variety of party packages at The Chuck but, in general, guests receive tokens for games, live entertainment, pizza and soda.

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Dave and Buster’s
2201 N. Mayfair Rd., Wauwatosa, (414) 454-0100
daveandbusters.com
Birthday packages for kids and teens are available. A bar and restaurant seating area separate from the playing floor offers other adult possibilities in addition to the array of games. All birthday packages include family style menu or buffet, unlimited soft drinks and a Power Card for each guest. Parties can be booked online.

Koz's Mini Bowl
2087 S. 7th St., (414) 383-0560
Weekend bowling parties are available in this one-of-a-kind duckpin bowling alley with human pinsetters. Soda and chips available for purchase. Call well in advance. Remember to tip your pinsetter!

Lucky Bob's Raceway
5822 W. Forest Home Ave., Greenfield, (414) 327-4003
At Lucky Bob's, a slot car racing party begins at $120 and includes practice race time, a 30-minute race and a T-shirt for the birthday child. Pizza, treats and sodas available for purchase.

Milwaukee County Zoo
10001 W. Bluemound Rd., (414) 771-3040
milwaukeezoo.org
Prices and packages vary, but the zoo offers a fun, educational environment for birthday parties of all sizes. Call or visit the website for more information.

Milwaukee Public Museum
800 W. Wells St., (414) 278-2728
mpm.edu
The museum offers themed parties, including butterflies and dinosaurs, ideal for kids ages 4-10. Prices vary, call or go to the website for more info.

Monkey Joe's
2040 W. Bluemound Rd., Waukesha, (262) 549-3866
monkeyjoes.com
Monkey Joe's indoor inflatable playground offers party rates that range depending on the number of guests and whether the party is held on a weekday or weekend. Parties include use of a party room, and you can bring in your own cake. Food and drink must be purchased from Monkey Joe's vending area.

Organ Piper Music Palace
4353 S. 108th St., (414) 529-1177
organpiperpizza.com
Call ahead to make a reservation for your child's party. Organ Piper doesn't offer party packages, but can accommodate large groups and offers pizza, a game room and free organ entertainment. Organ Piper is consistently voted "best kid-friendly restaurant" by OnMilwaukee readers and editors.

Pettit National Ice Center
500 S. 84th St., (414) 266-0100
thepettit.com
Ice skating parties are available in three packages, and all include skate rental, admission and food and drink. Multiple party packages are available, depending on food and drink choices. Call at least one week in advance.

Rockin' Jump - The Ultimate Trampoline Park
9009 N Deerbrook Trail, Brown Deer, (414) 522-1945
browndeer.rockinjump.com

Rockin' Jump allows children and youth of all ages to soar in open jump areas or in limited tots-only areas, play trampoline dodgeball, do flips and somersaults, or dunk in a game of bouncy basketball. The facility also includes a rock climbing wall. Rockin' Jump provide private party rooms for birthdays, family gatherings, fundraisers, church groups and corporate retreats.

Rubik's Cube Party!

For kid (at least 8 years old) or adult groups, the party from Cubing MKE includes a represetative coming to your home to teach guests how to solve the Rubik's Cube in 2 hours.  Comes with instruction, cubes to keep, party tricks and more. Go here for more info.

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
1111 E. Brown Deer Rd., Bayside, (414) 352-2880
sanc.org
Have your birthday at the center, or have the center come to you. Naturalist-led nature parties starring three or four of Schlitz Audubon's reptile and amphibian friends include a two-hour nature program for up to 15 kids. Prices range, check the site or call.

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park
W229 N1420 Westwood Dr., Waukesha, (262) 696-1600
skyzone.com
Sky Zone offers three different trampoline party packages and multiple party add-ons. All packages include pizza and drink. Prices range, call or go online for more information.

Urban Ecology Center
1500 E. Park Pl. (Riverside Park), (414) 964-8505
1859 N. 40th St. (Washington Park), (414) 344-5460
urbanecologycenter.org
The Urban Ecology Center offers a variety of "b'earthday" parties. Themes include rock climbing, birds, maps, edible plants, water adventure and more. Staff-led, themed birthday parties with guided activities are available, or parents can rent a room and facilitate their own party. Prices vary, call or check the website.

Wisconsin Humane Society
4500 W. Wisconsin Ave., (414) 431-6153
630 W Dekora, Saukville, (262) 988-5947
wihumane.org
All birthday packages include a party host, invitations, cake, juice, decorations, a tour of the shelter and interactions with animals. Pizza parties and T-shirts are available upon request. All proceeds benefit the animals. Prices range, check the website or call.