Birthday Parties That Go Beyond Cake and Candles

Turn your celebration into a high-energy racing experience that gets everyone involved

A Birthday Everyone Will Remember

Shift Arcade birthday parties are built around shared excitement, friendly competition, and moments you’ll talk about long after the final lap. Guests race together in structured sessions, going head-to-head on the same track while friends cheer, laugh, and celebrate every pass, spin, and photo-finish.

Whether it’s a small group or a larger celebration, our team creates an energetic, social experience that keeps everyone involved, engaged, and smiling from the first green light to the final checkered flag.

Simple to Plan. Incredible to Experience.

Free-Play

Race your favorite cars on any track at your own pace. Perfect for casual fun!
Competition

Compete in a structured race event with heats and semi-finals. Best for competitive groups!
Mix it up

Start with Free-Play and switch to Competition for the ultimate racing experience!

Locations

Who It’s Great For

Perfect for All Kinds of Celebrations

Birthday parties for teens and adults
Friends and family get-togethers
Competitive or casual celebrations
Groups looking for something different

Frequently Asked Questions

Birthday parties at Shift Arcade are best suited for teens. Guests will need to be able to reach the pedals and have some basic understanding of driving mechanics. Individual locations may have specific age guidelines, so we recommend checking your local Shift Arcade for details.
Guests race together in shared, head-to-head sessions. Everyone lines up on the same track at the same time, creating a lively, social race environment filled with friendly competition, laughs, and plenty of memorable moments.
Large groups will be split into heats if there are more guests than simulators.
Not at all. Shift Arcade experiences are designed to be approachable for beginners while still exciting for more experienced drivers. Our team helps guide participants so everyone feels comfortable jumping in and having fun.
As long as you can reach the pedals and know the basics, you’ll have fun.
Yes, though please check your local Shift Arcade page for specific guidelines.
Most celebrations are 90 mins to allow plenty of time for racing, socializing, and enjoying the experience together. Time can be extended in 30 min increments.
The best place to start is by exploring our locations. Each Shift Arcade offers its own setup, availability, and booking options.