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Birthday Parties
Ready to book your next birthday party with us? Fill out our Birthday Party Request Form.
Birthday Party Packages & Pricing
All packages include:
- Museum t-shirt for the birthday child
- Table and chair party set-up
- 12 Helium filled balloons
- 10% discount in the Fascination Station Gift Shop
- PDF & JPEG Semi-custom invitation (choice of set designs)
Package A: Birthday Celebration
- Price: $400 (Non-refundable $100 deposit)
- Saturdays or Sundays: 11am-1pm or 2pm- 4 pm
- Package Includes:
- 2 hours in the Museum
- Party Room private use
- 25 guests, ages 2 and up
Package B: Birthday Bash Blowout
- Price: $600 (Non-refundable $120 deposit)
- Saturdays: 11 am-2 pm, 12pm- 3 pm or 1pm - 4pm
- Sundays: 1:30pm- 4:30 pm
- Package Includes:
- 3 hours in the Museum
- Party room private use
- 40 Guests, ages 2 and up
Package C: Private Birthday Celebration
- Price: $900 (Non-refundable $250 deposit)
- Fridays: 4pm- 7 pm
- Saturdays or Sundays: 5pm- 8 pm
- Sundays: 10 am-1 pm
- Package Includes:
- 3 hours of private use in the Museum & Party Room
- 50 Guests, ages 2 and up
- STEAM activity, craft and seasonal game
Party Package Add-Ons
Party Room Decor - $150
- Choice of color & theme
- Plastic tableware
- Food & dessert table centerpieces
- Plates/napkins/utensils/cups
- Additional 12 helium filled balloons
Photo Booth - $100
- Camera & attendant NOT included
- Choice of color & theme
- Photo booth props
Party Activities - $40 per activity
- Cannot be added to Package A: Birthday Celebration
- Craft: hosted by a museum attendant inside the Party Room
- Game: Hosted by a museum attendant outside in the park or on the stage
- Insect Meet & Greet hosted by a museum attendant in the Party Room
Party Favor Bags - $5 per Bag
- Small toys (3)
- Candy (2)
- Complimentary museum admission (1)
Pizza Meal - $9 per person
- 2 slices of pizza, fruit or veggie, & chips
- Beverages: Lemonade & water
- Cupcake
Sandwich Bar - $9 per person
- Turkey & ham sandwiches, fruit, & chips
- Beverages: Lemonade & water
- Cupcake
Click here to download a copy of our Birthday Party Packages.
Click here to download a copy of our Birthday Party Add-Ons.
Terms and Conditions
A $50 refundable cleaning deposit is required for all birthday parties. The host is responsible for tape, scissors and other miscellaneous supplies and for set up/clean up of all party decorations.
All guests are required to sign a waiver and Release of Liability (PDF) form.
Deposit
A nonrefundable deposit is required to reserve the birthday party date. Cash, checks and major credit cards are acceptable forms of payment. Please make checks payable to The Children’s Museum at La Habra.
The balance on the birthday package is due at least 5 business days before reserved party date.
Reservations
Party dates should be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance. For any questions regarding birthday parties, please call us at (562) 383-4236.
Ready to book your birthday party? Fill out our Birthday Party Request Form and allow up to 72 hours to hear back from us.
Birthday party Add-On's should be requested one month in advance of your birthday party date.
Special accommodations can be requested and additional fees may apply. Museum Staff may terminate a birthday party if guests are unable to follow Museum guidelines and/or the party creates an unsafe environment for guests and visitors. The birthday host is responsible for all party guests.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made with less than 1 month’s notice will result in loss of entire deposit. Cancellations made with more than a month’s notice will result in a 50% loss of the deposit.
Health & Safety Protocols
Please read these guidelines and tips carefully.
- Every person entering the Museum must sign a liability waiver
- Enhanced cleaning: New cleaning protocols include frequent disinfecting of all high-touch surfaces before, during, and after your visit.
- Access to cleaning supplies: An increased number of hand sanitizing dispensers and added Sanitation Stations for personal cleaning in the exhibit areas.
For birthday party questions, please email Museumbirthdays@lahabraca.gov.
- What days are available for birthday parties?
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Birthday parties are only available on Friday's, Saturday's and Sunday's during their designated time slots.
Package A: Birthday Celebration
- Saturday: 1 PM - 3 PM
- Sunday: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Package B: Birthday Bash Blowout
- Saturday: 11 AM - 2 PM, 12 PM - 3 PM
- Saturday and Sunday: 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Package C: Private Birthday Celebration
- Friday: 4 PM - 7 PM
- Saturday and Sunday: 5 PM - 8 PM
- Sunday: 10 AM - 1 PM
- How long are party room rentals?
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Package A: Birthday Celebration - $400.00 for 2 (two) hours and an additional 30 minutes before to set up and 30 minutes after for clean-up.
Package B: Birthday Bash Blowout - $600.00 for 3 (three) hours and an additional 30 minutes before to set up and 30 minutes after for clean-up.
Package c: Private Birthday Celebration - $900.00 for 3 (three) hours and an additional 30 minutes before to set up and 30 minutes after for clean-up.
- How many guests can attend my birthday party?
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Package A: Birthday Celebration - 25 guests (ages 2 and up)
Package B: Birthday Bash Blowout - 40 guests (ages 2 and up)
Package C: Private Birthday Celebration - 50 guests (ages 2 and up)
- Can I go over the granted amount of guests for my birthday party?
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Yes, each birthday package allows a max of 15 additional guests at the party planner's expense of $12 per person.
- Can I bring outside food and beverages to my birthday party?
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Yes, you may bring outside food and beverages. All food items must remain in the birthday party room at all times. Alcohol is not allowed at any time on Museum property.
- Am I able to order catering to be delivered to The Children's Museum for my birthday party?
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Yes, you may order catering to be delivered however, you must be onsite to receive it. Any and all on site caters (ie. taco man) MUST be pre-approved by the Birthday Coordinator. Business insurance of the cater must be provided prior to the birthday date.
- Is admission into The Children's Museum included in the birthday packages?
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Yes, every birthday party guest is granted entry into The Children's Museum for the day.
- Is the security deposit refundable?
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A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve the desired birthday party date. Cash, checks and major credit cards are acceptable forms of payment. Checks payable to The Children's Museum at La Habra are accepted. Cancellations made with less than 1 month's notice will result in a loss of the entire deposit. Cancellations made with more than a month's notice will result in a 50% loss of the deposit.
- What are the health and safety protocols in place at the Museum?
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Every guest entering the Museum must sign a liability waiver before entering into our galleries. Enhanced cleaning protocols include frequent disinfecting of all high-touch surfaces before, during and after your visit. An increased number of hand sanitizing dispensers and Sanitation Stations for personal cleaning are located throughout Museum galleries.
- Who is responsible for the children?
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Parents/ legal guardians are responsible for their children at all times.
- Can my guests drop off their children to my birthday party?
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No, all children MUST be accompanied by their own parent or legal guardian.
- Can I arrive early to set up for my birthday party?
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Yes, each birthday package has a designed 30 minute time slot for set-up before the party start time.
- Can I have an entertainer or a vendor during my birthday party?
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All third party vendors MUST be pre-approved by the Birthday Coordinator and business insurance is required prior to the birthday date.
- How many tables are available in the party room?
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6 rectangular tables for seating with 6 chairs per table and 2 rectangular tables for presents and cake.
- Can I decorate the party room for my birthday party?
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Yes, you will have up to 30 minutes of set-up time to decorate for your birthday party. You are responsible for supplies such as tape and scissors. We only allow scotch tape or easily removable command strips on the walls. You are responsible for clean up and any damages made to the party room.
- How short of a notice can I reserve a birthday party?
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Party dates should be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance. We highly recommend reserving sooner to ensure you receive the day you prefer.