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Birthday Parties at the High Park Nature Centre

Birthday parties at the High Park Nature Centre are designed for families who would like to celebrate their child’s special day in a safe, fun and planet-friendly learning environment.

Option 1

Rent the Nature Centre for Your Own Party

$150 for 2.5 hours (0.5 hours set up, 2 hours party)

 

What times are available for rental? (subject to availability)

Friday 5:30-7pm

Sunday 10:30am – 1pm or 1:30-4pm

 

What is included in the rental cost?

• NC staff member on-site to assist with room rental but no programming is included

• use of kitchen facilities and indoor washrooms

• use of a complete set of dishes, cutlery and cloth napkins (please do not bring disposable plates and cutlery)

• after party clean-up by NC staff

 

What age should my child be for a Nature Centre party?

The Nature Centre is best suited to children between the ages of 4-10 years.

 

What do I need to bring?

Cake, candles, matches, cake cutter, drinks, food and snacks for guests, decorations

Use of the kitchen will be available to you, including the fridge, microwave and toaster, if needed.

Note: Decorations may not be fixed to the walls of the Nature Centre, please ask staff for suggestions on decorations, Maximum number of guests = 20

 

Option 2

Guided Program with a Nature Interpreter

$225 for 2 hours (0.5 hours set up/drop off, 2 hours party)

$25 per additional hour

Maximum 15 children

*Additional children can be booked at a rate of $10 per child to a maximum of 20 children. Please note that younger siblings will be included in the total number of children for the party.

 

What times are available for rental? (subject to availability)

Friday 5-7pm

Sunday 11am – 1pm or 2-4pm

 

What is included in the rental cost?

• 1.5 hours of nature-themed programming with a Nature Interpreter (45 minutes interpretation and crafts, 45 minutes outdoor nature hike, games etc.)

• 30 minutes of time for food, cake and presents

• use of kitchen facilities and indoor washrooms

• use of a complete set of dishes and cutlery (please do not bring disposable plates and cutlery)

• after party clean-up by NC staff

• environmentally friendly themed decorations

 

What themes are available for my child’s party?

Fairy Party (Year-round)

Nature’s Art Party (Year-round)

Nature Believe it or Not! Party (Year-round)

Insect Party (May- September)

Butterfly Party (June – August)

Fall Celebration (October – mid-November)

Snowshoeing Party (Late December – March) – depending on snow

Chickadee Party (Late-December – March)

 

What age should my child be for a Nature Centre party?

The Nature Centre is best suited to children between the ages of 4-10 years.

 

What do I need to bring?

Cake, candles, matches, cake cutter, drinks, food and snacks for guests

Use of the kitchen will be available to you, including the fridge, microwave and toaster over, if needed.

 

Interested in Renting the Centre or Booking a Party?

Call 416-392-1748 ext. 6 or email naturecentre@highpark.org to book.  Please have a list of possible dates in mind.

Choose a theme from our list (please note that some programs are offered on a seasonal basis only).

Bookings must be arranged and confirmed 2 weeks prior to the party date.

Please remind all participants to come to the party dressed for the weather! 

 

Deposit Required

 

We cannot hold a day and time without a $50 deposit.  We charge a $10.00 administrative fee for date changes. 

 

We require a $100 damage deposit, which will be held until the end of the party. Should no damage occur, the deposit will be used to pay part of the balance of the party fee.  Should damage occur, your deposit will be used to for repairs and additional charges may apply, depending on the extent of the damage.

 

The balance of the total fee for your party is due on the day of the party and the end of the party, with no exceptions.  The balance can be paid by cash or cheque.

 

Cancellation Fee

If cancelled within 7 days of booked party date, a $10 administration fee will be charged and the rest of your deposit will be returned.  For all late cancellations and no-shows, your deposit will not be refunded.