Helena Hollow, formerly Griffin Farms of Helena, is located conveniently in Helena...approximately 10 minutes or less from Hoover, Pelham and Alabaster, 20 minutes from Calera, Montevallo, and Bessemer, and 25 minutes from Mountain Brook and Vestavia! Children can run and play freely but safely in our enclosed grassy barn yard while parents and other party guests look on from the shade of our covered barn with picnic table seating, restroom access, ceiling fans, heaters, & lights.
Serving tables & a stationary hay cart allow plenty of options for party snacks & present display. Party guests have a front row seat to the animal entertainment as our "party animals" stay stalled underneath the barn roof for the entire party. Helena Hollow party animals are as friendly as they come and love the attention they receive during parties. Helena Hollow is also not just for kids! We welcome (& have hosted) weddings (please call or visit website for pricing), receptions, corporate events, retirement & anniversary parties, and baby & wedding showers as well.
In addition to a unique venue in a prime location, Helena Hollow also offers DECORATION packages! Choose either our "Southern Belle", âBoho Barnâ, âShabby Sheepâ, "Fiesta on the Farm", "Pink Lemonade", "Campground" or "Farm Fun" decor bundle and have the barn ready to welcome guests without lifting a finger! (See pictures of these packages under the Photos tab and in the album titled "Decor Options.")
Share your special day with our friendly farm pets: Tina & Tony the Llamas Ranger the Mini Cow Rio & Henry the Mini Horses Copper the Sheep Rosie, Betty, Pearl & Quiota the Mini Goats Dolly the (BIG) Goat Walter & Mable the Potbelly Pigs The Griffin Turkey & Chicken Clan... We are constantly adding to and changing our herd, but one thing is for sure...springtime means BABY CHICKS! (And often times other baby...
   Read more5 Stars! A Birthday Place Saves the Party (and My Sanity!)
A Birthday Place is a lifesaver for anyone who throws parties or hosts any kind of event! They're a local gem, so whenever I need last-minute decorations, cupcake liners, or even candles, I know I can zip down and grab exactly what I need.
But they're so much more than just a party supply store! Their staff is incredible. They helped me brainstorm themes for my friend's birthday party and even ordered in some special decorations that I couldn't find anywhere else. They have even made beautiful, personalized cupcake and cake toppers for several bdays for us! It's like having a party planning fairy godmother on hand!
They also have this amazing party space downstairs. It's a blank canvas, so you can really personalize it for your event. It's perfect for anyone who wants to host a party but doesn't have the space at home.
I also try to attend all of their local vendor markets that they host in-store! They are huge supporters of the community and other small businesses. I always find myself buying bracelets, earrings, or treats from other small businesses that they sell at their location.
Plus, they're open 7 days a week, which is practically unheard of for a small business these days. They're always friendly and helpful, no matter how crazy my party planning gets.
Thank you, A Birthday Place, for making party planning a breeze (and for rescuing me from those...
   Read moreNot a good experience at all. I placed an order over a week ago and hadnât gotten a single update. I was worried because I had ordered the last of what I needed to complete my sonâs birthday cake from them. I never heard anything and I finally sent an email and I was then told they hadnât shipped anything because I needed to pay a difference on a cake topper. I was upset and frustrated because of there was a price listed online and I paid it, why do you get to go back and say you want more money for it? The cake image was priced for $11.99 and they asked me to pay a difference of $10.51. Itâs unethical and itâs not right especially considering that for a cake image and two small bottles of icing my total was already $34. I told them they should honor the price and then since I was so upset about it I just told them to cancel the order which they did. Still waiting on my refund. So days before my sonâs birthday I have nothing for his cake so thatâs cool. Do some research and shop around before you land here or youâll be like me, scrambling to figure out how youâre going to make someoneâs special...
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