Make their day with a Birthday Party

A birthday to remember

Make memories with a museum experience tailored just for your party-goers! From explorers and pirates to dinosaurs and fossils, we offer themed birthday parties with special activities picked just by you!

How it works



Select your package

We offer party packages to suit every budget and creative vision. All packages include a 90 minute hire of the space.


Customize your party experience

We have a range of party customizations and optional extras to choose from, ensuring your party is tailored just for you.

Confirm details

Confirm the details of your party such as date, time and number of guests. Please note, numbers are limited to 10 children and 20 adults. Additional guests incur an extra cost.



Enjoy your party

With the venue booked and the date set, its time to invite your guests! We can’t wait to help make your day special at Te Manawa.


Silver Party Package

If you already have a party theme in mind and just need a venue to bring it to life, our silver package could be the perfect choice.

  • This package includes:

    • a 90 minute hire of the venue

    • up to 10 children and 20 adults

    • additional children incur an extra cost of $20 per child. We can allow a maximum of 12 children at your party.

    Please note, this package does not include a Te Manawa party host, decorations or activities.

  • Pricing starts at $130. Optional add-ons such as tea and coffee are additional to base price.

    • Tea & Coffee ($1.50 per person)

    • Badge ($2.00 per child)

    • Activity Pack ($5.00 per child)

    • Party Kit ($4.00 per child)

    • Pass the Parcel ($12.50)

    • Birthday Gift ($20.00)

  • Catering

    While Te Manawa does not provide catering, we can provide crockery and cutlery for:

    • A full party including cake, party food and drinks

    • Birthday cake only

Gold Party Package

Stressed about planning the perfect party? Let us do it for you! Our gold party package is the ultimate choice if you’d like to host a fun party for your guests - but without the stress!

  • Our gold party package includes:

    • 90 minute hire of the venue

    • A choice of party theme (Dinosaur Deluxe, Treasure Hunt, or Tiny Toddler)

    • An activity led by a Te Manawa party host based on your party theme

    • Party decorations (banners, balloons, etc.)

    • Up to 10 children and 20 adults may attend as guests under this package

    • Additional children incur an extra cost of $20 per child. We can allow a maximum of 12 children at your party.

  • Pricing starts at $200. Any optional extras are in addition to the base price.

    • Tea & Coffee ($1.50 per person)

    • Badge ($2.00 per child)

    • Activity Pack ($5.00 per child)

    • Party Kit ($4.00 per child)

    • Pass the Parcel ($12.50)

    • Birthday Gift ($20.00)

  • Catering

    While Te Manawa does not provide catering, we can provide crockery and cutlery for:

    • A full party including cake, party food and drinks

    • Birthday cake only

    Decorations

    All gold party packages include decorations. However, if you would prefer to use your own decorations you can either:

    • have us set these up for you (please deliver to Te Manawa 48 hours prior to your party)

    • or pop in to decorate the space yourself

    Chat to us about options for decoration when making a booking.

Terms & Conditions

Please check out our terms and conditions to ensure your party at Te Manawa runs smoothly.

  • Please note, the completion of our enquiry form does not constitute a confirmed booking. You will receive written confirmation once a room and a host has been booked.

  • Upon confirmation of your booking, a 50% deposit is required. This must be paid at least one week prior to the party date.

    • Cancellations more than 48 hours prior to party are eligible for a 100% refund

    • Cancellations less than 48 hours prior to party will receive a 50% refund

    • Please ensure you and your guests arrive on time. Refunds and discounts for lateness will not be given.

    • If you require set up time prior to the party, please discuss this at the time of booking.

Let’s get this party started!

Ready to take the next step? Fill out the enquiry form below and watch your party come to life!