Host your Kid’s Birthday Party

Host Your Kid’s Birthday Party in Tysons/McLean

Live shows every Sunday, playground, moon bounce, arts & crafts, face painting, magician.
No rental fee in shared areas • Free parking • Heated tents.

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No rental fee in shared areas. Pay only for food & drinks.

All-weather comfort: covered seating & heated tents.

Flexible catering or guests can order at the counter.

Free parking + shuttle every 5 minutes.

Sunday Kids Festivals: characters, shows & magical moments.

Playground & Moon Bounce: endless energy.

Face Painting & Arts & Crafts: creative fun for all ages.

Games & Friendly Challenges: add excitement to your celebration.

Learn about our

Kid's Festivals

Special Presentations

Embark on a magical journey every Sunday with our rotating lineup of princesses, superheroes, circus performers, and adorable farm animals. Experience the joy and wonder as we create unforgettable moments for the whole family. Don't miss out on the excitement!

Every Sunday

Face Painting

Transform into your favorite characters and creatures every Sunday with our exciting face painting sessions for kids! From superheroes to whimsical animals, our talented artists will bring your imagination to life. Join us for a day filled with creativity, laughter, and endless fun!

Every Weekend

Magic show

Prepare to be amazed every Sunday with spellbinding performances by our resident magician! Delight in the wonder of mind-bending illusions, captivating tricks, and interactive entertainment that will leave kids of all ages mesmerized. Join us for an afternoon of enchantment and wonder!

Every Sunday

Playground

Discover endless fun and excitement at our enchanting playground, where little ones can slide, swing, and explore to their heart's content! With a variety of slides, swings, and play structures, our park is the perfect place for children to unleash their imaginations and make unforgettable memories. Join us for a day of laughter, joy, and boundless adventure!

Moon Bounce

Get ready to bounce, jump, and play to your heart's content at our thrilling inflatable moon bounce park! With a variety of bouncy castles and obstacle courses, kids can let their energy run wild as they navigate through exciting challenges and obstacles. Join us for an unforgettable day of laughter, excitement, and boundless fun!

Endless Fun Awaits Across Our Venue

Step into a world of excitement beyond imagination as you explore the multitude of games and activities scattered throughout our establishment! From classic favorites like cornhole, giant chess, and Chinese checkers to larger-than-life Jenga, foosball, and more, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Join us for a day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments as you discover the endless possibilities of fun awaiting you at every turn!

Food & drinks made easy

Buffet $30 pp (min. 20): 1 salad + 2 appetizers + 4 platters. Dessert +$5 pp.
Kids Buffet: $15 pp (12 & under).
À la carte: Salads, Appetizers, Sliders, Sausages, Sides, Asian & Sushi, Skewers, 12” Pizzas.
Drinks: Beer & Wine $25 pp (≤$10 each) · Silver $40 pp (≤$20 each). Wristbands or tickets.
On-site ordering? Our in-house kitchens—Tysons Biergarten (TBG) & RollBar.
Cake policy: outside cakes welcome, $20 fee.

🎈 Party Add-ons

Build the perfect kids party with our most loved extras.

Face Painter + Craft Table

Instant smiles + glitter designs; keeps kids engaged.

$100/hr
Princesses & Superheroes (3 chars)

Meet-and-greet, photos, mini-games, pure magic moments.

$600/hr
Magician

Interactive show that wows kids and parents alike.

$300/hr
Bubbleologist (1 hr Bubble Party)

Giant bubbles + bubble tricks = guaranteed squeals.

$400
Cotton Candy Machine (2h unlimited)

Fresh spun sugar in fun colors

$300
Popcorn (2h unlimited)

Movie-style popcorn everyone grabs between games.

$175

Snowcones (2h unlimited)

Ice + flavors = perfect cool-down for active kids.

$200
Slushie Machine (NA, 2h unlimited)

Kid friendly slushies; choose crowd-favorite flavors.

$200
Additional Entertainer

MC / games leader / balloon fun to keep energy high.

$300/hr
Additional Projector

Birthday slideshow, karaoke lyrics, or movie time.

$400
Additional Shuttle

Private shuttle add-on for groups, easy arrivals.

$1,200

“Best decision for our son’s 7th! Sunday festival + playground + moon bounce made it effortless. We brought a cake (simple $20 fee) and the team handled everything. Parents loved the free parking.”

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Prefer a quick call? +1 (703) 712-7481

FAQ's

No minimums. We offer food and drink packages tailored to your event and budget.

Public/shared areas are free to access. Private areas may have a small fee depending on availability and group size.

No deposit for free/shared spaces. For catering or wristbands/drink packages, full payment is due before the event day.

Yes. Outside cakes are allowed with a $20 fee.

We have 4 tents (one dedicated to private events), plus large space inside the main tent (Tent 3) and outdoor picnic seating. There’s also a kids’ playground. Final placement depends on availability and group size.

Our tents and covered areas let you celebrate in most weather conditions. We’ll place you in the best area for the season and party size.

Events can run during our operating hours. On major festival days the venue is busier; arrive early or consider a private area.

Yes. We’re family-friendly and dog-friendly (dog parks on site). Restrictions apply for 21+ events.

Yes, Our free parking can be found at 1700 Old Meadow Rd McLean, VA 22102. We have a complimentary shuttle which has continuous service after 3pm on weekdays and starting at 11am on weekends. Shuttle rides can be requested outside of continuous service hours by texting (703) 712-7481. For more information click here

Yes.
TV walls, TVs, and projectors are available. Coordinate needs with our team.

Welcome. We’ll confirm schedule and sound levels based on area/day.

Space coordination, tables/chairs as available, basic signage, and on-site support. Extras (branding, printing, etc.) are quoted separately.

For free/shared spaces, simply let us know as early as possible. If catering/drinks are already paid, we’ll reschedule or adjust subject to availability.

Tents Venue Experience

Shipgarten is fully equipped with a fenced in dog park, kids playground, music pavilion, and outdoor games alongside our 4 unique restaurant and drink concepts.

Shipgarten Disclaimer

Shipgarten is a small business created by a few local guys, not a large corporation! Despite our size, we’ve always offered a variety of entertainment, including designating Sundays specifically as family days, aways FREE OF CHARGE!. As a result, we simply ask our guests for a little understanding, patience, and cooperation in the following ways:

– Please do not bring outside food to the venue! We offer a huge variety of dishes between our four kitchens for adults, kids, and even our four legged friends!
– We do our best to monitor every inch of the property, however, this is not always possible, so please keep an eye on your child(ren) at all times.
– Occasionally, our crowds can grow larger than normal, which may lead to longer wait times for food/drinks/ FREE face painting, etc – Please bear with us!

We always strive to create a fun and memorable experience for everyone at Shipgarten. Unreasonable or unconstructive Yelp/Google reviews have a significant impact on us as a small business, so please be a little understanding as we are really trying our best here. Should any issue arise, please speak to any member of the staff and we will do our best to resolve it as quickly as possible. As always, we cannot thank you enough for your patronage!