Birthday Parties

Throw your child a unique and unforgettable birthday party with us. We offer various party packages and can host your party on weekdays or weekends— whichever is more convenient for you. Best of all, we make our parties super easy on the parents and super fun for the kids!

Check out our party packages below and reach out to secure your party slot today – but hurry, before we book up!

*Please note, your reservation is not confirmed until payment is completed. Additionally, our parties are not designed to be “drop-off” parties. All children must be supervised by an adult over the age of 16 at all times when in the museum.


Basic Party Package

For smaller parties.

All Basic Party packages include:

  • 1 hour and 30 minutes in your private party room
  • Full-day admission for up to 30 guests, including adults and children.
  • Provided parking for guests
  • Catering packages from our on-site Bean Sprouts Café (specific food requirements excepted)

You can host your own party activities during your private room rental time, or let the Museum exhibits provide all the fun!

These parties occur during regular public museum hours. 

Price

  • Kohl Children’s Museum Members*: $425
  • Non-Members: $500

*Member rate does not apply for corporate or reciprocal Museum members.
Prices accurate as of 2025. Prices include room rental and guest admission only. Food packages for Basic parties must be ordered separately through Bean Sprouts Café.


Parties Plus Package

Our most popular party! More time, more guests, and more privacy.

All Parties Plus packages include:

  • 2 hours and 30 minutes in your private party room
  • Semi-private admission for up to 50 guests, including adults and children
  • Provided parking for guests
  • Freedom to bring in food & drink of your choice!

Price

  • Kohl Children’s Museum Members*: $750
  • Non-Members: $850

*Member rate does not apply for corporate or reciprocal Museum members.
Prices accurate as of 2025. Packages include guest admission during Parties Plus time only.

These parties occur every day. Parties on Sunday start at 2:30 PM. Parties occurring Monday through Saturday start at 5 PM. 

Click here for all available dates!


VIP Party Package

NEW: Our most exclusive, private party! Perfect for 1st Birthday Parties. 

All VIP Party Packages include:

  • 3 hours private rental of the entire museum (18,000 sq ft), including 4 private party rooms
  • Completely private access to indoor & outdoor exhibits for up to 500 guests
  • Provided parking for guests
  • Freedom to bring in food & drink of your choice!

These parties occur on your preferred date while the museum is closed to the public. These must be booked 2 to 3 weeks prior to the reservation date. 

Price

  • Kohl Children’s Museum Members*: $2500
  • Non-Members: $3,000

*Member rate does not apply for corporate or reciprocal Museum members.
Prices accurate as of 2025. Packages include guest admission during VIP Party time only.


Please fill out this form to be contacted for information about birthday parties. A team member will contact you by email within 24 business hours.

Arrival and Check-In

Easy arrival and check-in is just a click away with these handy tips

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Party Planning Tips

Check out our party planning checklist to make sure you are all set for your fun celebration!

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Program Rooms

We have several rooms available to rent for your next event.

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Birthday FAQs

All of your questions about the ins and outs of hosting a fabulous birthday party at KCM are answered in this handy resource document!

Check out FAQs Here!

For more information, please email us at bdays@kcmgc.org!

Catering

Our on-site Bean Sprouts Café is ready to provide a menu of food options for your birthday party, and will deliver and set up all dining needs in your room. Food items must be ordered directly through the café after securing your room rental, and food is not included in the birthday party package pricing above. Catering is required for Basic Party Packages; no outside food is allowed (Birthday cakes and dessert items are excluded and may always be brought in.)

Click here to view the Bean Sprouts catering menu.

View Bean Sprouts Website

Birthday Party FAQ

Check out our FAQ PDF with more information on party timelines, food delivery, and MORE!

All of your questions about the ins and outs of hosting a fabulous birthday party at KCM are answered in this handy resource document!

Check out FAQs Here!

For more information, please email us at bdays@kcmgc.org!

Location

2100 Patriot Boulevard
Glenview, IL 60026
(847) 832-6600

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Hours

Open today from 9:30 am-4:00 pm

Open tomorrow from 9:30 am-1:00 pm

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Admission

General Admission

  • Children (1 – 16): $20
  • Adults (17 – 64): $20
  • Seniors (65+): $18
  • Infants (Under 12 months): Free
  • Members: Free
  • Military/Veteran: Buy 1, Get 1 Free
  • Museums for All Program (SNAP/WIC cardholders with valid card): $5/person up to 6 admissions

All children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Click here for advance general admission reservations and save $2 per ticket.

 

Members-Only Hours: 8:30 – 9:30 AM Daily
The Museum is closed for general admission on these holidays:
New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve

Please check our list of dates with adjusted hours.


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