Birthday Parties

• Magic Birthday Parties with Gary Kantor: $250 – Two hours including 45 minutes of magic, plus time in an additional space for refreshments, which parents provide. Guests learn amazing tricks involving cards, ropes, coins and mind-reading. Ages: 6+. Maximum: 25
• Circus Parties: $250 – Two hours including 45 minutes of circus and time in an additional space for refreshments, which parents provide. Party guests get a chance to experience juggling, poi spinning, hula hooping and aerial skills in an exciting atmosphere of celebration and safety. Presented by Devonshire Circus Team in coordination with Acrofabulous Inc. Ages: 4+. Maximum: 25
• Balloon Animal Parties: $250 – Two hours including 45 minutes of activity and time in an additional space for refreshments, which parents provide. Balloon animals made with dogs, butterflies, swords, giraffes and more. Kids decorate their animals with stickers and markers and at the end of the party everyone takes home their own collection of assorted balloon animals. Presented by the Magic Team of Gary Kantor. Ages: 3+. Maximum: 25.
• Dance Parties: $225 – Two hours including 45 minutes of dance and time in an additional space for refreshments, which parents provide. Birthday child chooses the dance style: hip hop, modern, jazz, ballet, to learn fun dance combinations plus guests play movement games. Presented by Devonshire Dance Instructors. Ages: 4+. Maximum: 25
• Cooking for Fun: $235 – Two hours includes one of four main dish and dessert options selected to serve the entire party. Children will participate in preparation of the food. Parents may also bring their own cake to serve within the two hour period. Presented by Devonshire Cooking Instructors. Ages: 4+. Maximum: 15
• Play-Well Lego Birthday Parties: $350* – One hour of activity and one hour in an additional space for refreshments, which parents provide. Dive into these colorful pieces and build incredible creations with Legos! Presented by Play-Well Lego, Inc. Ages: 6+. Maximum: 15. *$450 for 25 guests.
• Princess & Hero Parties: $250 – Two hours, includes 30 minutes with the Princess & Hero characters and time in an additional space for refreshments, which parents provide. Presented by Princesscapades, characters tell their stories and pose for pictures. To select your characters, please visit Chicago Princess Parties online. Ages: 3+. Maximum: 20
• Art Parties: $250 - Two hours includes time in an additional space for refreshments, which parents provide. Presented by Devonshire Visual Art Instructors, party-goers create original painting to take home. All art materials are provided. Ages: 7-12. Maximum: 16
• Fantasy Face Painting & Dress Up Parties: $250 –Two hours including 45 minutes of activity and time in an additional space for refreshments, which parents provide. Your child will enjoy becoming their favorite characters with costuming and artistic makeup. Presented by Devonshire Playhouse Staff. Ages: 3+. Maximum: 20

For more details call the Devonshire Cultural Center at (847) 674-1500, ext. 2400.

Emily Oaks Nature Center

Your party at Emily Oaks Nature Center will include an hour of outdoor fun and adventure, as well as a program room for conducting the rest of your party festivities. Choose from a selection of nature games and activities like “Animal Carnival” and “Bird Buddies,” depending upon the season and the age of your child. Activities are appropriate for birthday guests ages 3–10, with alternate indoor activities available in the event of inclement weather. Please call (847) 674-1500, ext. 2500 for more information. Fee: $185R/$230NR

The Exploritorium

Book your child's next birthday at The Exploritorium! Call our Birthday Hotline at (847) 929-7711 or click here TBD. We suggest booking at least 12 weeks in advance.
Semi-Private Party: $200R/$250NR
Private Party: $400R/$500NR

The Skatium Ice Arena

Enjoy our Skatium party room, then enjoy an hour on our rink. Call (847) 674-1500, ext. 2900 for more information.
• 45 minutes in the party room
• One hour in the studio rink
• Skate rental – $2.50 per pair
• Fee: $235, capacity 50 children

Skokie Sports Park

Rent an area at Sports Park and celebrate your occasion with mini-golf or batting practice. Call (847) 674-1500, ext. 3100 for more information. Available April–October.

• Party Room (20 people): $50/$85
• Outdoor Patio (no cover, 32 people): $25/$45

with attendant +$20/hr

Swimming and Water Parks

Devonshire Aquatic Center and Skokie Water Playground
Parties available June–August. Call (847) 674-1500, ext. 2741 for information.

Weber Leisure Center

The Weber Leisure Center offers a variety of birthday party packages for children age 12 and under. Call Mary Amato at (847) 674-1500, ext. 3515 or email her for more information.