Birthday party recommendations for only child

Edit: he’s turning 8

Hey parents

My son’s birthday is coming up and we were thinking of doing something a bit…different.

He’s an only child. He’s had a rough start to the school year feeling like he doesn’t fit in as much with friends. Most of the boys like sports A LOT. He likes sports only medium at best.

What are some ideas for a birthday parties that will make it memorable for the kids.

Yes we’re willing to spend a bit more.

Yes I understand a bump in popularity is not a real solution.

We’re trying our best.

He likes video games and cartoons.

Maybe a large laser tag game or something. I dk