Birthday Parties & Private Events
Birthday Parties
We want to celebrate with you!
***Illinois Art Station is BOOKED for birthdays through April! Request a May and beyond birthday today!
What better way to celebrate a birthday than making and creating with friends and family at Illinois Art Station?! Each birthday package includes hands-on artmaking facilitated by trained art educators and time for treats, presents, and/or any other birthday festivities you have in mind.
Illinois Art Station birthdays take place at 3 p.m. on most Saturdays.
Request a birthday booking
- Plan ahead. Submit birthday party requests at least three weeks in advance.
- Birthday bookings require a $50 nonrefundable deposit. Your remaining balance will be due the day of the party.
- To request a date/book a birthday, complete the Birthday Party Request Form. Upon receipt, an Illinois Art Station representative will reach out to finalize your request and secure a deposit.
Please note: Submitting the above form does not guarantee a booking. Scheduling is dependent upon available dates and times.
Learn more about our IAS Birthday Party Packages below!
- Birthday Party Package 1: $120 for up to 10 children and $6 for each additional child (up to 20 kids). Includes ~30 minutes of artmaking and 30 minutes of additional studio time for refreshments. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
- Birthday Party Package 2: $150 for up to 10 children and $8 for each additional child (up to 20 kids). Includes a ~1 hour long artmaking experience and 30 minutes of additional studio time for refreshments. Our most popular package!
- Birthday Party Package 3: $180 for up to 10 children and $10 for each additional child (up to 20 kids). Includes a ~90 minute artmaking experience and 30 minutes of additional studio time for refreshments. Recommended for those who want some wiggle room.
Helpful Tips
- You may arrive onsite at IAS at 2:30 (30 minutes early) to set up for your party.
- IAS does not provide decorations. You may bring balloons, streamers, photo op backdrops, etc. However, any wall decorations may only be adhered with painters tape.
- If you’re bringing treats or snacks to share with your guests, they must be nut-free. IAS is not responsible for any food related allergies. Room temperature treats are recommended.
- Artmaking can be messy. Remind birthday guests to wear easily washable clothes. Aprons are available for young artists, but sometimes creativity knows no bounds.
- Birthday parties start with artmaking with an IAS educator. This artmaking activity will be inspired by the information shared in the Birthday Party Request Form. The last 30 minutes of every Birthday Package are reserved for sharing treats, playing party games and opening presents, etc.
- Parking is available in our surface lot along South Linden Street, just to the southeast of our building. Guests may use the red granite pathway to access the lower entrance facing Linden or IAS’s main entrance on Vernon.
- Accessible parking is available in the circle drive off Vernon. Please keep the circle drive available to folks’ with mobility concerns or for drop off/pick up.
Private Events
Make space for art and think IAS for your next event!
Whether you are looking for a unique and creative location to host your private party or a fun and inspiring experience for your next meeting, IAS is the perfect place for you. Keep reading to learn more about our Private Event Packages and submit a Private Event Request Form today!
Private Events @ IAS
- Each package includes access to one studio space (upstairs or downstairs) and adjacent overflow area; kitchen access for storage or minor food preparation–fridge (no freezer), ice maker, microwave; and staffing for the duration of your event.
- IAS can offer up to three 6-foot folding tables (in addition to studio tables) and 20 folding chairs (in addition to studio seating).
- Event decorations, eating utensils, etc. are not provided.
- Additional fees apply if specific facilitated artmaking materials are desired. The time listed is reflective of the party length. Up to 30 minutes of additional time for decoration or set up is included in the price.
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Confirmed private event bookings require a $50 nonrefundable deposit. Your remaining balance will be due the day of the event.
90 minute Package $140 (Most Popular)
Please note: Submitting the above form does not guarantee a booking. Scheduling is dependent upon available dates and times.
Questions? Contact Illinois Art Station Staff.