Party Rentals
Party Rentals
Now Booking Through January 2025
The Children’s Museum of Cleveland (CMC) is a magical location that will make any celebration memorable! Our exhibit spaces provide all the entertainment you need so you can relax and enjoy the occasion. Party rooms come in a range of sizes, and are equipped with the essentials to make your party planning a breeze.
Party Time!
Party rentals are offered on Saturdays and Sundays in the afternoon. Guests will have access to the entire museum for an hour and a half of free play. Then, all guests will move to their private party rooms for an hour of celebration.
Exhibit play: 2:00pm-3:30pm
Party room celebration: 3:30-4:30pm
What's Included?
Party rooms come complete with:
Private party room
Tables
Chairs
Refrigerator / Freezer
Admission for party guests
(guest count varies by room size)
Book Your Party
To make a reservation or view our rental calendar, click the link on your desired party room below. Full payment is due at the time of booking.
CMC Members receive a 10% discount on party rentals! Login to your active membership account before booking to receive this discount.
Discounts cannot be applied after the booking is complete.
Date Availability
To check date availability, view our booking calendar. If you wish to inquire about a date that is not listed, please email [email protected]
If you have not received a confirmation within 1 business day, please contact us at birthday@cmcleveland.org so we can ensure that your booking is confirmed.
Standard Party Room
$350
Celebration is in order!
Let the fun begin in our standard party room.
This rental includes a standard private party room, and admission for up to 20 people. This number includes the birthday child, family, and all additional guests (both adults and children.) Babies ages 11 months and younger are free, and are not counted toward the total number of guests.
Up to 5 additional guests may be added for a fee of $15/guest. To add additional guests to your booking, contact us at birthday@cmcleveland.org.
Please read the party rental guide below before booking.
Now booking through January 2025
Large Party Room
$500
Have a bigger group?
Our large party room is the way to go!
This rental includes a large private party room, and admission for up to 30 people. This number includes the birthday child, family, and all additional guests (both adults and children.) Babies ages 11 months and younger are free, and are not counted toward the total number of guests.
Up to 5 additional guests may be added for a fee of $15/guest. To add additional guests to your booking, contact us at birthday@cmcleveland.org.
Please read the party rental guide below before booking.
Now booking through January 2025
Deluxe Party Room
$600
The charm of our historic mansion shines in our deluxe party room!
This rental includes our largest private party room, located on our main floor for easy access. Deluxe party room rentals include admission for up to 40 people. This number includes the birthday child, family, and all additional guests (both adults and children.) Babies ages 11 months and younger are free, and are not counted toward the total number of guests.
Up to 5 additional guests may be added for a fee of $15/guest. To add additional guests to your booking, contact us at birthday@cmcleveland.org.
Please read the Party Rental Guide below before booking.
Now booking through January 2025
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations:
For cancellations 3 or more weeks in advance of the party date, a full refund will be provided.
For cancellations less than 3 weeks in advance of the party date, there is a cancellation fee of 20% of the party cost.
The balance of the party cost will be refunded.
Rescheduling to a different date:
There is no fee to reschedule 3 or more weeks in advance of the original party date.
To reschedule less than three 3 weeks in advance of the original party date, a $50 fee is charged.
Party Rental Guide
Just a few more details! Please read the party guide rental below before booking.
What do I need to bring?
Party hosts should bring all desired food, silverware, plates, bowls, cups, napkins, serving utensils, candles, and decorations. All decorations must remain inside the party room during your rental.
The Children's Museum of Cleveland does not provide any party or foodservice items.
What are the setup details?
All setup and teardown will take place during the rental time (2-4:30pm). Additional time is not provided before or after the reservation time.
Hosts are welcome to decorate their party room using non-damaging decorations. The party host will arrive at the same time as their guests, and can set up the party room during the scheduled playtime from 2-3:30pm. Party hosts will be provided with a cart to bring in all items. Decorations and personal items must be removed from the party room at the end of the rental time at 4:30pm.
Can I reserve extra time?
Extra time is not available for party rentals.
Can I bring additional guests above the package maximum?
You may add up to 5 additional guests per rental at a fee of $15 per additional guest.
If some of my guests are Museum members, do they get in for free?
No, memberships do not apply for rental admission. Members will count toward the total number of people at your party.
Will there be other guests in the Museum during my rental?
Yes! All party rentals will enjoy the Museum's exhibit spaces at the same time for an hour and a half of free play. Then, guests will move to their respective private party rooms for an hour of celebration.
Are the TVs in the party rooms included?
The party rooms are multi-purpose rooms. TVs are not available for use during birthday rentals.
Are balloons permitted?
Guests may bring mylar balloons. Latex balloons are not permitted in the Museum.
Are there any limitations to the food or drinks I can bring to my party?
Rentals may bring the food and beverage of their choosing. Alcoholic beverages of any kind are not permitted.
Questions? Contact [email protected]