Celebrate Your Child's Birthday with Us!

Celebrate your child’s birthday at The New Children’s Museum downtown! All birthday packages include a room designated for your party AND admission to the museum.

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Birthdays at the Museum

Party Basics:

  • Days: Monday + Wednesday-Sunday
  • Party Times: 9:30-11:30am or 1:30-3:30pm
  • Location: Party room varies based on party size and capacity
  • Pricing: $300 – $1,200 based on package. Food is not included in package price.
  • Food/drink: Bean Sprouts Café is our exclusive food provider. Outside catering is not allowed except for cake and non-alcoholic beverages.
  • Members: 10% discount on all packages
  • Military: 10% discount on all packages

All Party Packages Include:

  • Museum admission for your entire party
  • Reserved birthday space for 2 hours
  • 1 free admission pass for each child in party to visit the Museum at a later date
  • Access for party guests to play in the Museum (entire day of party)
  • 1 free parking spot for Birthday Family in Museum garage
  • Museum gift bag for the Birthday Child
  • Access to party space 30 minutes prior to party to set up
  • Dance party

Birthday Packages

Party Place Package – Capacity: 40 Guests (Includes Kids and Adults)

Party Place Package

  • $400 (member: $360); private (15 people max)
  • $600 (member: $540); private (30 people max)
  • $750 (member. $675); private (up to 40 people max)
  • Space in Party Place on lower level
  • Reserved for 2 hours
  • Dedicated Party Concierge
  • Price does not include food cost.

Optional Add-Ons

  • $50: Birthday setup (Additional birthday decorations, plates, napkins, and utensils)
  • $50: After party clean-up
  • $2/per person: DIY hat or crown making activity

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Request A Birthday Party

Thank you for your interest in having a Birthday Party at The New Children’s Museum.

REQUEST A BIRTHDAY PARTY

Questions? Please review our FAQs below. Please note that our Birthday Team will get back to you within 2-4 business days. Thank you for your patience as we get back to you!

Birthday FAQs

Guest Count ↓

Everyone attending the party counts toward the guest count, including the birthday child, their family, children, adults, and Museum members. Adults count even if they’re only supervising children or sitting in the party room. Babies under age one do not count. Museum memberships and general admission tickets cannot be used for party entry.

Additional guests are $20 per person, up to the party room’s maximum capacity. This limit is set by fire code, so please plan your invitations around it. If more guests arrive than the room can hold, they will not all be able to enter the party room at the same time.

Reserving the space ↓

How long do we have the party room?
Birthday parties include two hours in a private party room. You and your guests are welcome to enjoy the Museum for the rest of the day.

Can we reserve the room for longer?
You can book both the morning and afternoon slots and receive 10% off your total booking. Other extensions generally aren’t available due to the party schedule, but you can email birthdays@thinkplaycreate.org to discuss your plans.

Will the exhibits be reserved for our party?
The party room is exclusively yours during your reserved time. The Museum’s exhibits remain open to all visitors.

Can we host a party after hours?
Birthday parties take place during public Museum hours. For a larger event after hours, email events@thinkplaycreate.org about event rentals.

Set Up + Clean Up ↓

You’re welcome to arrive 30 minutes before your party to set up. After the party, you’ll have another 30 minutes to pack up your belongings.

Food + Beverage ↓

Food and drinks are not included in the birthday party package. You’re welcome to bring your own or arrange delivery from a vendor. Please plan to provide anything you’ll need to serve them, including ice. Alcohol and open flames are not permitted. We can also share a list of recommended vendors if you’d like some ideas.

Chaperones ↓

Please plan for at least one adult for every five children. Adults should stay with and supervise the children in their group while they explore the Museum.

Music ↓

You’re welcome to play music in your reserved party space. A Bluetooth speaker or sound system is provided, depending on the room. Please choose music that’s appropriate for all ages.

Cancellation Policy ↓

We understand plans can change. If you need to cancel your party, here’s how refunds work:

  • 30 or more days before your party: You’ll receive a refund minus a 10% administrative fee.
  • 14–29 days before your party: You’ll receive a refund of 50% of the booking fee.
  • Fewer than 14 days before your party: The booking fee is nonrefundable.