Birthday Parties
Looking for something different? Looking for an unforgettable idea for your child's upcoming birthday party? Bored with the usual themed parties? Take to the prehistoric skies or go on an adventure through the animal kingdom with a Big Screen Birthday party. Each package includes entry to amazing exhibitions and hands-on attractions, delicious party food and a party bag. Wow your birthday kid and guests with an unforgettable experience!
Please note: we will only be running birthday parties on Saturdays, starting at 1100, between the 7th and 21st December
Your Birthday Party Package
Birthday parties are most suitable for those aged 5- to 12-years-old but other children are welcome to attend.
TIMINGS
Parties start at 1100 and 1230 on Saturdays and Sundays only. We recommend that you stay for approximately 4 hours but, there is no finish time, so you can stay and play until closing time if you want.
ACTIVITIES
Visit a 3D mini blockbuster film in the IMAX cinema as well as exploring the Science Galleries.
1130 parties will see Ocean Odyssey 3D. Get ready to jump into a giant screen in IMAX 3D! Follow a three-month-old baby whale on a magical Journey down one the Earth's great ocean highways to discover the incredible world ocean currents - hidden marine rivers that flow around the Earth. As our young whale goes with the flow of the current on a great migration from the warm tropics to the frozen ice floes of Antarctica, she meets the curious creatures that call the current home, and discovers how the ocean nurtures all life on earth, from the smallest fish to us. The film is rated U so is suitable for all ages. Find our more about Ocean Odyssey 3D and watch trailer (opens in new window).
1230 parties from will see Space: New Frontier 3D. In the quest to make human spaceflight accessible within in a decade, not a century, and ultimately affordable to ordinary citizens, leading innovators, entrepreneurs, engineers, and daredevils are locked in a race into the unknown. From self-assembling habitats, commercial space stations, launching rockets without fuel to building the Lunar Gateway to deep space, history is in the making as we speak. Find our more about Space: Final Frontier 3D and watch trailer (opens in new window).
COST
Birthday parties cost £20 per child. Each party must have a minimum of 10 children and a maximum of 25. The maximum total number of people who can attend a party is 30.
You need to have one adult for every five children attend your party as a helper, they are free of charge. Any additional adults who wish to attend pay standard admission prices, including the IMAX Theatre. Parking is free for the person who booked. Normal car parking charges apply to other adults attending.
A deposit of £100 is required to secure your party.
MENU
Your package includes a platter of mixed sandwiches and one hot food option. This is accompanied by bottomless fruit squash and ice cream.
Hot food options are: Pizza slices served with chips or Tasty Bites (fish, chicken and vegan) served with chips. Full details of the available food (with allergen information) is in the FAQ's below.
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What will my itinerary be.
Parties start at 1100 and 1230 example itineraries are:
1100 - Arrive, meet up with your guests and store
1130 - 1215 - IMAX 3D Blockbuster
1215-1300 - Birthday Lunch
1300 - time of your choice - explore the Science Centre
or
1230 - Arrive, meet up with your guests and store
1300 - 1345 - IMAX 3D Blockbuster
1345-1430 - Birthday Lunch
1430 - time of your choice - explore the Science Centre
Where can my guests drop off their children?
Parents and guardians dropping off children for a birthday party may park in the drop-off area for no more than 5 minutes in front of the main building. Visitors staying for the duration of the party may park in our car park. Collect your parking ticket and get it validated by a member of staff.
Where can my guests pick up their children?
Parents and guardians picking up their children after a birthday party should visit the Ticket Desk and let a staff member know which party their child is attending. A parent/guardian from the party will escort the child to meet his or her parent(s).
Can I bring my own birthday cake?
Yes! Please note that we do not allow Sparkle flames on the cake.
What are the food options?
Please choose one option from below:
Pizza party slices - cheese and tomato pizza served with fries ( Allergens: Gluten, Milk)
Tasty Bites - mix of fish goujons, chicken goujons and vegan style chicken strips served with fries. (Allergens: Gluten, Milk, Soya, Fish - may contain Egg, Celery, Sesame, Mustard)
Please note while we will do our best to accommodate dietary requirements in the case of severe allergies we may have to recommend that the child with the allergy brings their own food. We can offer an individual meal from the options above different to the rest of the party if it is required for an allergy sufferer. Please note our kitchen is not nut free.
Can parents attend my child’s party?
You must have one adult for every five children attend your party as a helper, they are free of charge. Any additional adults who wish to attend pay standard admission prices.
Can I or my guests use my Science Passport Membership to get into a birthday party for free?
As Birthday Parties are private events, children attending parties must be paid for at the full price of £20 even if they have a Science Passport.
Adults attending with a Science Passport can attend free of charge but need to pay £3.50 for IMAX if they are attending the film.
Can I bring my own decorations?
Yes! You may bring decorations as long as they do not hang from the ceiling or walls. Please note that we do not allow helium balloons in the Science Centre.
We will provide ‘Happy birthday’ pop up banners to have on display in the party area.
The Science Centre will provide all tableware and utensils you will need for your birthday party. You are welcome to bring in your own supplies if you have something themed or specific you would prefer to use.
Can I make changes to my party and if so, up until when?
A final headcount and payment of the final balance is required 7 days before the party. Any changes after this point may not be able to be accommodated.
If I cancel my party, will I get a refund?
Should the Glasgow Science Centre be required to cancel the event for reasons beyond its control, the client will be notified immediately, and have the option of rescheduling or receiving a full refund.
Should the client elect to cancel their party with more than 4 weeks' notice the client will be able to apply their original deposit towards rescheduling their party within 1 year from their original party date. If less than 4 weeks' notice is given the deposit will not be refunded.
If the client opts to cancel less than 7 days in advance the full amount for the party is non-refundable.
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Price
£44.25 per adult | £39.45 per concession | £34.50 per child | Under 3s go free!
Buying a Science Passport
The best way to purchase is online as you will be able to manage your Science Passport and renew through your online account in future and we will keep you up to date when your year is nearly up.