Escape rooms for kids' birthday in Santa Monica

Looking for a birthday party the whole class will talk about? These 8 escape rooms in Santa Monica are designed for kids' parties — children's escape rooms, party rooms, and space for the whole group.

8 escape rooms
  • 1-6 people8+60 min.

Santa is stuck in a blizzard and Christmas is in danger! Help him find his way home, light up the Christmas tree in the forest, solve the mystery of the magic elves and save Christmas!

  • 1-6 people10+60 min.

You are a part of an emergency team that has to restore the operability of the station systems required to get back Asgard, a secret space station, into orbit. Find out the answers and repair the main on-board computer to prevent a planetary disaster.

  • 2-6 people10+60 min.

As a puzzle specialist, can you navigate through a tower filled with traps to prevent a nuclear attack? The clock is ticking, are you up for the challenge?

  • 1-6 people10+60 min.

Stranded on a deserted island after a shocking plane crash, use your problem-solving skills to survive. Navigate the wild, seek shelter, and create tools while waiting for rescue.

  • 2-6 people8+60 min.

Stumbled upon a portal to a mysterious world full of beautiful creatures? Your challenge to get back home- solve puzzles and explore the flying islands!

  • 2-6 people12+60 min.

Adventurous tomb raiders awaken Tutankhamun’s soul. Panic ensues as the tomb seals, leaving you with only an hour worth of oxygen. Can you escape in time?

  • 2-6 people12+60 min.

Uncover the mystery of the great wizard Baltasar's wand to save the magical world. Venture into the forbidden library section under a protective charm that only lasts 60 minutes. Will you make it in time?

  • 2-6 people12+60 min.

In 2055, the moon faces disaster! Assemble your team of 8 "mission specialists" to prevent a catastrophic impact on the LunaAqua base. Race against time to solve puzzles, halt the blackout, and rescue the lunar colony in this thrilling, brain-teasing adventure!

Children's Birthday in an Escape Room: How to Organize

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 Santa Monica 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.