A Place to Celebrate

Parties at the Museum

Party Inquiry Form

Create unforgettable memories where imagination and joy come to life!

Award from Community Kangaroo for 2025 Favorite Birthday Party for Young Kids

Come party with us!

Celebrate your child’s special day at Children’s Museum of Franklin! With three unique birthday party packages to choose from, we’re excited to help you create a celebration that’s just right for your family.

Every party package includes:

  • Exclusive use of our SparkLab multipurpose room for 90 minutes – a dedicated space for your guests to enjoy food, cake, and celebration.

  • Admission to the Museum for party guests. 

  • A personalized digital backdrop displayed in SparkLab to make your celebration extra special.

  • A Children’s Museum of Franklin T-shirt for the birthday kiddo.

  • And all the fun and JOY of Children’s Museum of Franklin!

Whether you’re planning a big celebration or a simple gathering with family and friends, we’re here to make your child’s birthday a day to remember!

Morning Party Option

  • $350 for up to 12 children (and their grown-ups)

  • $14 for each additional child, with a maximum count of 16 children

  • Available 9:00 or 11:00 am on Saturdays & Sundays

Afternoon Party Option

  • $500 for up to 18 children (and their grown-ups)

  • $14 for each additional child, with a maximum count of 24

  • Available 1:00 or 3:00 pm on Saturdays & Sundays

After Hours Party Option

  • $850 for up to 75 guests (adults and children).

  • Available on Fridays or Saturdays from 5:00–7:00 pm.

  • A private night at the Museum!

  • For other full-venue event rentals, please contact us.

Party Inquiry Form

  • We had the absolute pleasure of having Gavin’s birthday party at the museum yesterday, and it was one for the books! All the kids and parents had so much fun, and the space was perfect. I think we’ve officially peaked for birthday parties, and he’s only SIX 😂

  • “We recently hosted a birthday party for 16 kids and it was a huge hit, everyone had a great time. Christine was so easy to work with…”

  • “ Brody had a fantastic 6th birthday party at the Children’s Museum. He has been on a cloud ever since. What an incredible space you have- there is something for everyone!! Even my 8 and 10 year old had the best time and want to come back. ”

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Caregivers may choose to drop off party guests. However, we ask that the adult/child ratio for supervision is no greater than 1 adult for every 3 children.

    Adults are responsible for supervising the children in their care at all times. All adults attending the party are expected to actively supervise their children, as well as help ensure that children follow Museum rules and guidelines throughout the celebration. Museum staff are here to support your party and maintain a safe, welcoming environment, but they are not responsible for supervising party guests.

  • Yes. Handicap accessible parking spots are available at the front of the Museum parking lot.

  • Yes! You are welcome to provide food and beverages for your guests. All food and beverages must remain in the party room for the safety and cleanliness of the Museum. Please Note: you are also responsible for providing servingware, paper goods, utensils.

    Please notify the Museum staff of any food delivery that may be arriving for your party.

  • If you need to reschedule due to sickness, please call the Museum if within 48 hours or, in advance of 48 hours, email us at: hello@childrensmuseumfranklin.org

    While we’re not able to refund parties, we’re happy to reschedule within one calendar year of the party date if needed.

  • For parties during hours, surpassing the maximum number of children will incur a $100 surcharge.

    Please note, the maximum number of seats in our party room is 24. If you will require additional seating you should coordinate with Museum staff ahead of time. 

  • Yes, keep the play going! While we do require that you and your guests kindly transition out of SparkLab promptly at the conclusion of your event, you and your guests are more than welcome to continue to explore the exhibits in the main Museum space at that time.  

  • Yes, all adult admissions are included with booking a party with us. We do ask for an estimate of adults at least 72 hours in advance for capacity planning purposes. Billing is based strictly on the final number of children attending your event.

    Note: After Hours parties are structured differently so as to plan staffing needs.

  • Yes, the birthday child, any siblings, and any child over the age of 12months should be included in your final headcount.

  • We appreciate and love our Museum members!

    While membership provides wonderful benefits and access to the Museum, membership status does not affect the birthday party headcount. All guests attending the birthday party are included in the total party guest count, regardless of whether they are Museum members.

    As a non-profit organization, birthday parties are also an important source of support for the Museum – every celebration helps fund our exhibits, programs, and day-to-day operations so we can continue creating joyful opportunities for children and families.