Looking for a birthday party the whole class will talk about? These 10 escape rooms in Cedar Rapids are designed for kids' parties — children's escape rooms, party rooms, and space for the whole group.
Experience the wild west like never before! Decipher clues, solve puzzles, and escape before the outlaws reach Mexico. Will you stand victorious or fall to the outlaws in 'The O.K. Corral Shootout’? Only the bravest will survive!
Uncover the mystery of Dr. Brandt's secret laboratory. Solve riddles, puzzles and codes to find the antidote to a deadly virus. Will you escape within 60 minutes or succumb to the destructive chemical warfare? Time is ticking...
Join the ranks of Mystery Incorporated to solve ghostly mysteries in Crystal Cove. Uncover a hidden Dungeon and Monster Lab, find the missing Baroness Richman and identify the true culprit. Can you solve the mystery? Who could it be?
Immerse yourself in a world of cyber crime. Hunt down Nitr0, the enigmatic hacker, or get framed for the largest virtual heist in history. Can you outsmart the mastermind and save your reputation?
You've been locked away by the infamous serial killer The Cedar River Ripper. Act fast to escape, he'll be back in 15 minutes!
Trapped in a science lab by your rogue teacher, you have one hour to escape before his 'fixer' arrives. Time’s ticking, so hurry, or you’re headed for an unwanted desert trip!
An unwitting archeologist has removed cursed artifacts from the Pharaoh's tomb. You have 15 minutes to return the items before the end of the eclipse.
Join Ash Cambell in 1920's New York City as his new Jr.Detective! Solve the murder in The Kit Kat Club before the cops catch up. Your time starts now. Good luck!
Trygor has caught you trying to steal his dragons eggs. You have 40 minutes to escape his dungeon! Do you have what it takes?
Join the tour at Dragon’s Lair, the best wizardry college. But watch out! An unexpected quest awaits you. Recover two dragon eggs from an evil sorcerer’s chambers before time runs out. Good luck, Wizards!
An escape room is one of the best birthday ideas for children aged 6 and up: instead of just sitting around, kids become a team of detectives or wizards and embark on a real adventure. It's active, memorable, and — unlike a trampoline — works even with 12-year-olds.
Many venues in Cedar Rapids offer a special birthday package: a private escape room for the group, a decorated room for cake and gifts before or after the game, and discounts for large groups. Most rooms accommodate 2–6 children at a time — for a large guest list, ask about two parallel escape rooms or splitting into teams.
Choose a room based on age and theme: magic and treasure hunt escape rooms are a surefire hit, while older kids enjoy a light detective theme. Let the host know it's a birthday — they will adjust the clues so every child leaves a winner. Book in advance: daytime slots on weekends are the first to go.