Holiday Hours: We are closed on Saturday, July 4.
Planning a birthday party at the Children’s Museum of South Dakota is a piece of cake! We do all the prep work, set-up, and clean-up so all you have to do is enjoy the party.
We offer engaging, hands-on birthday party experiences designed to ignite imagination, nurture creativity, and encourage open-ended exploration
Expect flexible activities tailored to your selected theme and the group’s energy level. Your party will be filled with surprises and fun moments for every child.
A play and learning facilitator will guide children and support them every step of the way.
Curious about our birthday party philosophy? We have tips on how to throw a party that focuses not only on fun, but also on play and learning — check them out on our Seize the Play blog.
Dinosaur Party: This playful, hands-on celebration brings the prehistoric world to life through open-ended exploration and interactive experiences. Little explorers will stomp, dig, and discover at their own pace, sparking curiosity and creativity along the way.
Lil’ Makers Party: Designed to nurture curiosity and imagination, this engaging celebration invites little creators to tinker, build, and experiment using a variety of materials. Through open-ended exploration, young minds will bring their ideas to life in a fun and playful environment.
Canvas Creations: Young artists will design and paint their very own canvas masterpiece while learning basic painting techniques like color blending, brushwork, and self-expression. This hands-on party fosters creativity, confidence, and a love for art—one brushstroke at a time!
Makers Party: This interactive party invites young creators to tinker, build, and experiment using a variety of materials and tools. Through open-ended exploration, kids will bring their ideas to life, problem-solve, and unleash their inner inventors in a fun and engaging environment.
For a discounted rate of $8 per person age 1 and up, party attendees can enjoy full access to the Museum exhibits before or after the party. Memberships are honored for attendees. Please note: the Museum requires a 1 to 5 adult to child ratio in the exhibits.
• Food and drink are not provided unless catering is selected (ice water is provided for all parties)
• Guests may bring in a cake purchased from a commercial kitchen
• Additional food and beverages must be catered through Cafe Coteau
Request a birthday party at the Children's Museum of South Dakota.
Our birthday parties are not only fun, they are one-of-a-kind.
A birthday party reservation includes 1.5 hours in a private Museum party room for up to 20 children. Additional children are $10 each, children under 1 are free — with a maximum of 25 children.
A party includes themed, age-appropriate party activities led by a party facilitator. Tables are prepped with tablecloths (cups and tableware are not included unless catering is selected).
The party pricing structure includes up to 20 children. Additional children are $10, with a maximum of 25 children. (Note: children under 1 are free.)
Adults attend free and at least one adult must be present at all times.
Access to Museum exhibits is not a part of the party experience.
For a discounted admission rate of $8 per person age 1 and up, birthday party attendees can enjoy full access to the Museum exhibits before or after the party.
Memberships are honored for attendees.
The Museum does not provide cake. However, guests may bring in a cake purchased from a commercial kitchen.
Additional food and beverages must be catered through our on-site restaurant, Cafe Coteau. Catering options will be presented during the booking process.
The party room is brightly colored and will be set with materials and props related to the theme of the party. There will also be a special sign created for the birthday child. Please chat with one of our team to learn about other decorating options.
We do all the prep work, set-up, and clean-up so all you have to do is enjoy the party. Our team provides engaging and hands-on party activities designed to spark imagination and fun!
If the Children’s Museum of South Dakota is closed due to inclement weather, we will notify the party host by telephone the morning of your party and will start the process to refund or reschedule.
If the Museum is open and you prefer not to have your party, we will do our best to reschedule, but no refunds will be given.
$100 of your full payment is a non-refundable, non-transferable deposit/processing fee. The remainder of your party payment is refundable if we are given a minimum of two weeks’ notice. If cancellation occurs within two weeks of the party date, no refunds are given due to the loss of another booking.
