A local favorite, Rookies Sports Lodge in Willow Glen is a rustic, friendly sports bar boasting over 15 flat-screen televisions, a creative menu of tasty eats, a fireplace and a bar packed with all of the necessities for potent cocktails. Doubling as one of the top San Jose private party venues, Rookies Sports Lodge also offers the private Tailgate Room in the back, complete with a bar made from GMC truck tailgates, a fireplace, a 73” big screen TV, a private restroom, a pool table and more.

Bowlmor Lanes Cupertino might just be the best birthday party idea in a long time. Not only does this hip nightspot feature a full sports bar complete with sports-drenched big screens, the bowling alley features 32 lanes for glow-in-the-dark bowling and a top sound system. There’s also a billiards room and a full restaurant that doles out tasty fare. Bowlmor Lanes specializes in private parties of all types and sizes. Call today to get the ball rolling on your next birthday party!

Get your birthday wish at Tres Gringos. This South of the Boarder themed cantina is a perfect birthday party location for those who love the beach. As well as offering a wide selection of imported bottled beers and tropical cocktails, Tres Gringos Baja Cantina also serves world-famous fish tacos from their El Guapo menu. With occasional live music performances, this birthday place brings the beach to Downtown San Jose 365 days a year. Call for private south of the boarder parties at Tres Gringos.

What better way to ring in a birthday than outside, with friends and family, on the expansive green landscape just behind the Ainsley House. The Ainsley Gardens offer a fabulous open space to fill with good food and good friends, and is the go-to spot for some outdoor celebrating when the weather is right. The Ainsley House foundation even sells Hot Dogs, Polish dogs, green and fruit salads, and a host of other quick eats meant to compliment good conversation. All proceeds go directly to support Educational Programs, Exhibits and the Ainsley House itself.

With a large banquet facility and catering services, Sabor Bar and Lounge is well-suited to hosting special events like birthday parties. Friends can call ahead to reserve space in the lounge and order VIP bottle service for the night. Sabor's lively nightclub atmosphere and elegantly modern decor make it an exciting place for special occasions. Celebrate at Sabor Bar and Lounge in downtown San Jose, where birthday boys and girls can dance and drink the night away with live DJs and an inventive cocktail menu.

For ages 13 and up Lemans Karting is available for birthday parties. With a private party room that overlooks the entire race track and over two-dozen high speed go karts in their fleet, Lemans Karting is truly one of Silicon ValleyÂ’s most exciting places to gather for a birthday celebration.

If you're looking for a top-notch venue for a birthday party, South First Billiards might be the perfect place. It boasts 29 excellent billiards tables, a range of video arcade games and ping pong tables over 14,000 square feet of high-end space in downtown's South First Area (SoFA). Open to events year round, this San Jose event venue welcomes hundreds of corporate and private parties and impresses with full catering options for up to 300 people and private areas where interlopers are kept at bay.

Birthday party planning is made easy at San Jose Bar and Grill. Whether stopping by for early evening eats or finishing a night of bar hopping, San Jose Bar and Grill is a must for birthday party celebrations. Centrally located in Downtown San Jose and only walking distance to Tres Gringos Cantina bar, Voodoo Lounge dance club and many other nightlife venues, San Jose Bar and Grill is the place to have a birthday party. They also offer catering service for at-home birthday parties. Call for availability.

Fahrenheit offers two wonderful Birthday Party Packages which both include FREE guest list, FREE Bottle of Champaign, Private VIP section, full bottle service and birthday decorations. The Platinum Birthday Package is good for up to 45 people and their Gold Birthday Package is good for up to 20 people. Email Fahrenheit for VIP reservations and Birthday Party availability.

When it comes to honoring birthdays, people have gathered to feast for ages. The SanJose.com Restaurant Directory features a wide range of wonderful dining options in and around San Jose. Learn about each featured restaurant and choose the ideal place to celebrate any birthday party.

From the dance clubs and ultra lounges in downtown to local dive and sports bars, San Jose is home to a plethora of places to celebrate parties. It's a great birthday party idea to invite friends and family for an exciting night of cocktails and dancing or to play darts and billiards. Reserve a VIP room or private table at one of SanJose.com's featured nightlife venues and host a memorable birthday party.

MVP Arena in San Jose is an indoor sports complex and event facility that offers a variety of exhilirating games and sports activities for your next birthday party. Special party packages for kids include structured games such as dodge ball and soccer, food and drinks, arcade or batting tokens and goodie bags. The facility also has multiple inflatable play structures for hours of bouncy fun.

With seven locations in the San Jose area, California Sports Center offers gymnastics, cheerleading, dancing and swimming lessons to kids from all around, from Sunnyvale to South San Jose. Top-quality instructors and facilities provide safe, fun and supportive learning environments. In addition to classes, CSC features competitive gymnastics and cheerleading teams. There are also select classes for adults, including water fitness and American Red Cross lifeguard training.

Cruise to 2-3 of the hottest nightclubs and never wait in line. Get a free round of shots compliments of Think Escape and stop for a late night snack. Party buses were made for birthday parties! Whether looking to rent a stretch Hummer limousine or a luxury limo bus, Think Escape is one of the most popular party bus services in the Bay Area. With rates as low as $29.95 per person, party bus rental is exciting and affordable for all. What a great way to say celebrate a birthday.

Nothing says Happy Birthday like a great day of golf. For large group and individual golfers, SanJose.com has a complete list of top-notch golf courses in and around San Jose and the Silicon Valley. From challenging mountain-side golf courses to beautiful valley courses, each golf course is distinctive and perfect for a golfing birthday. Several golf courses offer gift certificates, good for pro-shop merchandise and tee times, which always make good birthday gifts.

Amongst the majestic Santa Cruz Mountains there are several boutique wineries equipped with tasting rooms and offering tours and picnic facilities. Celebrate happy birthdays at world-class wineries in the foothills of Los Gatos. Visit David Bruce and Byington Vineyards for an afternoon of wine tasting, picnicking and fun with friends. Wine tasting is always a fabulous birthday party idea.

Finding the right birthday gift for a loved-one is made easy with all of the shopping options in the Silicon Valley. Explore small neighborhoods filled with boutique shops or visit large commercial shopping malls to find that perfect birthday gift. Willow Glen, Santana Row and Los Gatos all have shops, restaurants and art galleries that help create the perfect setting for a "Shopping Birthday."