birthday parties
Make your child’s dream come true! Plan their next birthday party at National Children’s Museum for a day full of fun for everyone.
the party $750
Celebrate your little Dreamer’s big day in DC’s favorite place to play! Filled with hands-on experiences and STEAM-filled fun, our whimsical world of wonder provides the perfect backdrop for birthday celebrations and lifelong memory making.
what's included
- 90-minute rental of our Wonder Loft with tables, seating, and digital screen
- includes a 15-minute hands-on activity
- all-day play in the Museum for birthday guests on the day of the event
- special shirt for the birthday child
the details
- available on Saturdays and Sundays
- three rental start times, 10 am, 12:30 pm, and 3 pm
- hosts will have access to the Wonder Loft 15 minutes each before and after their 90-minute rental for setup and breakdown
- maximum of 28 guests, includes adults and children
- all parties must have a ratio of 1 chaperone per 4 children; chaperones are required to be 18 years and older
- birthday parties can be booked up to 4 months in advance and no later than 2 week in advance
activity options
Party hosts may choose from one of the birthday activities below.
science—ramps and rollers
Investigate how different shapes roll and slide. Design your own roller to continue the play at home. For ages 4 and under.
technology—paper circuits (coming in January)
engineering—friendly fliers
Explore forces by constructing creatures that use wind power to move against gravity. For all ages.
art—doodle designs
Tinker with different art materials and create whimsical art to take home. For all ages.
math—data masterpieces
Collect data on height, width, and length to display your measurements as geometric works of art. For all ages.
plan for your party
Check out our list of frequently asked questions below!
A refundable $125 incidentals deposit is required at the time of booking.
The incidentals deposit ensures parties start and end on time, covers any damages to the Museum or its property, or pays for additional cleaning if the space is not adequately picked up.
A birthday party booking will not be considered complete until the Museum receives a signed agreement.
Agreements are included in the confirmation email you receive after completing payment.
If you have additional questions, please contact our team.
groups@nationalchildrensmuseum.org
book your birthday party!
birthday party faqs
Parties are booked on a first-come, first-served basis and can be booked up to 4 months in advance. To book your party, please choose an available date on the calendar below. Once you’ve purchased your birthday party, you will receive a confirmation email that includes an agreement to download and sign. Your booking will not be considered complete until a signed agreement is submitted to the Museum. The agreement must be submitted at least 3 weeks in advance of the birthday party date.
