Birthday Parties

Designed for children ages 1-12, your party will feature an action-packed array of science-themed events and activities at one of the most enchanting—and educational—settings in the Bay Area.

Please note: Due to health and safety regulations, birthday parties are not currently available on-site—but our new Virtual Party package brings the Academy to you! Email us at specialtyprograms@calacademy.org to book your Virtual Party.

Complete with convenient, contactless curbside supply pick-up, our Virtual Party package includes:

• Academy-themed Zoom room (45 minutes)
• Party favors
• Gift for birthday child
• Guided craft activity
• Animal-themed activities
• Sweet treats
• Birthday sign
• Party host

For ages 5 and up. Base package starts at $400 for 10 children (11 for members); additional guests welcome for $40/child.

The following on-site party packages are not currently available, but we encourage you to submit your request and we’ll let you know when we’re ready to host your bash!

In addition to a menagerie of memories, party guests will return home with a handcrafted keepsake. This package includes:

• Guided animal-themed craft
• Private 2-hour decorated party space
• Party coordinator
• Cupcakes and juice or milk
• Gift for birthday child
• Party favors
• All-day admission to the Academy

For ages 5 and up. $729 members, $799 public. Admission for up to 16 guests (including birthday child and family); additional guests welcome for $40/person.

Young explorers will embark on an exciting safari inside the rainforest to find and identify a variety of animal species. This package includes:

• Scavenger hunt
• Private 2-hour decorated party space
• Party coordinator
• Cupcakes and juice or milk
• Gift for birthday child
• Party favors
• All-day admission to the Academy

​For ages 5 and up. $629 members, $699 public. Admission for up to 16 guests (including birthday child and family); additional guests welcome for $40/person.

This party will engage your littlest minnows with a captivating, science-themed storytime. This package includes:

• Animal-themed storytime
• Private 2-hour decorated party space
• Party coordinator
• Cupcakes and juice or milk
• Gift for birthday child
• Party favors
• All-day admission to the Academy

For ages 5 and under. $629 members, $699 public. Admission for up to 16 guests (including birthday child and family); additional guests welcome for $40/person.

Please note: Anyone over the age of 1 is considered a guest, regardless of membership status. A $200 non-refundable deposit is required at time of reservation and the balance is due 30 days prior to your event date. No refunds given for cancellations within 30 days of event.