Looking for a special place to hold your child's birthday party in the Twin Cities metro area? Here are some great places to check out for a unique and memorable celebration!
Underwater Adventures Aquarium at the Mall of America. (60 East Broadway, Bloomington-- Level 1 at the East Entrance of the Mall). The underground aquarium at the MOA offers guests the use of a decorated party room for an hour, a half-hour guided tour, and unlimited wristbands for all the guests that they can use throughout the day. A birthday cake, decorations, party favors, gift bags, and invitations are included in the package price. Parties start at $295 for 10 guests, with add-ons such as a $50 appearance by Sharky, the aquarium's mascot. And of course, guests can also check out other Mall of America attractions, food, and shopping (as can parents). For more information, call 952-853-0612.
Science Museum of Minnesota. (120 West Kellogg Boulevard, Downtown St. Paul). Birthday parties at the Science Museum include privately hosted science experiments tailored to your child's age group. For the 4-6 year old range, there's Lego building and "magic mixtures"; for older kids, there's fun with dry ice and an ancient Egypt expedition. Packages include use of the party room for an hour and a half, punch, cake, invitations, take home goodies, and a party host. Parties start at $165 for 10 kids and 4 adults. For more information, call 651-221-4885.
Minnesota Children's Museum. (10 West 7th Street, Downtown St. Paul). Birthday parties at the Children's Museum include admission for 20 guests, invitations, cake, ice cream, juice, and a birthday button for the birthday child. The "Super Celebration" package includes age appropriate activities such as finger painting for toddlers, butterfly games for 3-5 year olds, and "super silly science" for older kids. Parties start at $160. For more information, call 651-225-6036.
Minnesota Zoo. (13000 Zoo Boulevard, Apple Valley). Along with admission to the zoo and all its exhibits, birthday parties include a party alcove with a view of the snow monkeys, invitations,favors, cake, soda, and a 10% discount at the zoo store. Parties are $70 plus $4 per child and $7 per adult. For more information, call 952-431-9213 .
The Roller Garden. (5622 West Lake Street, St. Louis Park). The Roller Garden has been hosting all-American skating parties for years. The basic package is $119 for up to 10 guests and includes roller skate rental, decorated tables, lunch, and ice cream. The deluxe package is $149 for 10 guests and also includes free skate passes and party favors. For more information, call 952-929-5518.
Valleyfair! (Country Road 101, Shakopee). Birthday parties at Minnesota's largest amusement park include park admission, reserved tables for an hour, invitations, lunch, parking passes, and a party host. You can also purchase premium packages that include an hour at the Foam Ball Factory or the Challenge Park (for go-karts, mini golf, and bumper boats). Parties start at $275 for up to 8 guests. For more information, call 952-496-5291 .
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