The Mud Oven birthday party
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The Mud Oven Birthday Party

Art, pottery & painting · Downtown & Centretown · ★ 4.8 on Google (195 reviews)

The Mud Oven is a paint-your-own pottery studio in Old Ottawa South offering kids' birthday party table reservations. Parties include two hours of studio time with all paints, supplies, glazing, and firing included in the per-item price.

At a glance

Starting price
$22 per child
Extra child
Ask vendor
Ages
Best for 5+ · Recommended for ages 5 and up, as younger kids finish quickly; note that outside food and decorations are not permitted in the studio.
Group size
Up to 12 kids
Party length
2 h
Setting
Indoor

Prices are per ceramic piece ($22 to $35 for kids' items) with no studio fees. A $10 per person deposit is required for groups of 8 or more.

Your party here

  • Kids Birthday Partybest for 12 kids12 × $22$264

With tax, the best fit comes to about $298.32 (13% HST).

Estimates before tax, from The Mud Oven's published prices (checked November 2026). Confirm with them when booking.

Party packages

Kids Birthday Party

$22 per child

Up to 12 kids · 2 h · Ages 5+

  • Choice of ceramic piece ($22-$35 range)
  • Paints and materials
  • Staff guidance
  • Glazing and kiln firing
  • 2-hour table seating

Food, cake & party rules

  • Private party roomNo
  • Party host includedYes
  • Food includedNot included
  • Outside food allowedNo
  • Bring your own cakeNo
  • Nut-freeNot listed: ask

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