Thank you for choosing the Children's Museum of Houston as the venue for your child's birthday celebration. We now offer an After-Hours party package that takes the experience to the next level, ensuring your child's special day is truly unique. Our birthday parties are designed to inspire creativity, curiosity, and joy in your child and their friends. Through interactive exhibits, engaging activities, and delightful surprises, we turn birthdays into unforgettable adventures!
Please use the links below to explore our party packages and to book the birthday party online.
Payments and Cancellations
Full payment is required upon booking.
Cancellation
• Cancellations are required in writing with 15 business days (3 weeks’ notice): A refund of the party cost minus a $50 administrative fee will be provided.
• Less than 15 business days (3 weeks’ notice):
Full amount of party cost is forfeited.
If you need to reschedule, this must be done 15 business days (3 weeks) prior to your party, and there is an additional $50 FEE to reschedule. Please notify the museum immediately of any change in plans or of a cancellation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Catering – Birthday party hosts may bring in cake, ice cream, drinks, goody bags, and a cooler with ice. No other foods are permitted.
Catering is available from our Fresh Café.
This package is perfect for kids of all ages, ready for an unforgettable celebration! Dive into full access to the Museum with a thrilling two-hour party —spend one hour exploring the amazing exhibits, then head to your private party room for one hour of nonstop fun and celebration. Plus, a dedicated Party Guide will be by your side to ensure every moment sparkles!
Bring your cake, ice cream, drinks, and decorations, and let Fresh Cafe take care of the rest with mouthwatering catering options that'll wow your guests.
Choose your perfect party time—Saturdays and Sundays at 9 am, 12 pm, or 3 pm—and get ready to create memories that'll last a lifetime!
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Take your party to the next level by fulfilling your child’s dream of becoming a veterinarian, super scientist, doctor or even a rock star! An exclusive keepsake gift for the birthday child is included to keep the dream alive.
Your choice of "Anything I Want to Be" Role:
Plus:
Experience the ultimate live-action spy adventure! Agents will crack codes, uncover hidden clues, and outsmart the enemy as they unravel secrets concealed in plain sight throughout the museum. Gear up, step into your SECRET agent role, and embark on a mission like no other.
SECRET parties are available Saturdays and Sundays at 12 pm only.
Please note: SECRET parties are subject to availability. If your chosen SECRET party date is unavailable, you will receive a full refund or be offered a Simply Wonderful Party as an exciting alternative.
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Throw an unforgettable private after-hours birthday bash for all ages in the Museum's lively Main Kids Hall! Bring your favorite food, cake and non-alcoholic drinks—keep them perfectly chilled in a cooler with ice.
Get ready to make it your own with 20 minutes before your party to decorate and add all the personal touches that will wow your guests.
Available Fridays and Saturdays from 6 pm to 8 pm, this exclusive time slot lets your party when the museum lights dim, and the magic comes alive—book now before it's gone!
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Add some extra fun to the party with balloons—the perfect decoration.
What's a party without slime?
Take home some fun!
Make a simple machine which can vibrate and scoot in circles—the perfect party favor.
From pizzas to healthy fruit trays, we bring the best snacks and treats from our Fresh Café!
You may check-in 20 minutes prior to your designated start time a cart is available for you to transport decorations, refreshments and gifts. We do not have space to store any items earlier than 20 minutes before the party begins or any time after the party is scheduled to end.
Museum staff is not allowed to handle any food or drinks including passing plates to guests or cleaning up after the party. Also, unless you have ordered food from our Fresh Café, paper goods (plates, napkins, etc.) are not provided. We will cover all tables with plastic table covers and set up chairs for adults and children.
You are welcome to decorate as much as you'd like in your party room. Just keep in mind that you will only have 20 minutes prior to start time to decorate. Also, we ask that you limit decorations to table top pieces and balloons. We do not allow anything to be attached to party room walls, doors, or ceilings. We also do not allow piñatas, Silly String, or confetti.
Additional adults (ages 16+) with or without children are free, but we ask that you keep in mind that total room capacity is 40 guests.
Our party packages include two (2) hours in one of our party rooms, as well as set-up and clean-up.
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