What’s Included?
Party Basics – Base Price ($350):
- Access 30 minutes early to setup/decorate. Please keep decorations simple and easy to set up/clean up.
- Private use of our open play area for the first 60 minutes (more if adding time)
- 20-25 minutes in party room for any food/cake. Staff will be cleaning play space during this time and children may not reenter play space after party room.
- Up to 30 minutes post-event to pack up personal items. Our staff will be cleaning for the next party while you gather your things.
- Some time slots may be eligible for +30 minutes for $50 (please note below if you are interested in that option – it is not guaranteed)
- Staff person onsite to assist with setup and post-party cleanup. Host is responsible to take home all food, beverages and decor.
- We can throw away up to 2 trash bags of garbage. Any additional bags will incur a $5 fee. Remember, less is more!
- Up to 20 children (babies in arms not included in total). Any additional children will be $10 extra per child. Please let us know if you plan to have extra children and their ages.
- We charge a 5% service fee for our staff members
Equipment Available for Use:
- Long Children’s tables & chairs
- 2 White IKEA highchairs
- Cafe tables & chairs in entrance for adults/snacks/drinks
- Our Kitchen is Off-Limits to Party Host & Guests
- A few standard dishes/bowls, silverware, etc. if you forget something, but can’t guarantee what will be available on that day.
Important Party Policies
- Capacity is currently restricted to 20 children. Parties for older children (7+) are limited to 15 children.
- As the host of a private party you assume all responsibility for your guests, their safety and actions within the space, and all of the items, food, and beverages you and your guests bring into the space as well as any significant damage incurred to due inappropriate behavior.
- Drop-off parties are not allowed.
- Food must be contained to the party room and reception area. We are a nut-free facility.
- We ask for your help in ending the party and having guests leave on time so staff can set up for the next party. Party Guests must start gathering their belongings and putting shoes on 10 minutes before the end of the party so we can end on time.
- Our staff member will assist with setup, clean up, and any questions/issues that come up. They are not allowed to handle food and will be cleaning the play space during “cake time”. We charge a 5% service fee for their hard work, and they also accept cash and Venmo tips if they did a great job!
- NOTE: Party Deposits are NOT REFUNDABLE, however, if your party needs to be canceled or rescheduled, we will help you reschedule for a $50 rescheduling fee.
- Hosts must complete our Host Agreement in order to confirm your reservation, found here.
- We are a shoes off (for everyone) and socks required (for adults) space, so please let your guests know. If someone needs them, we have socks available to purchase for $2, let us know if you would like us to bill your guests directly or added to your bill.
What is the Host Responsible For?
Unless otherwise arranged/confirmed in advance, the host is responsible for all supplies, entertainment, activities, equipment NOT listed above.
Including, but not limited to:
- Decorations (party hosts must be able to clean up decorations within 15 minutes).
- 6 Table Cloths
- Any Food, beverages, cake, candles, snacks, ice, condiments (Please note: we are a NUT FREE facility)
- Any plates, napkins, utensils, cups etc needed
- Serving containers/bowls
- Beverage/ice bins
- Entertainment & supervision of kids/guests, etc.
Please also note:
- As the host of a private party you assume all responsibility for your guests, their safety and actions within the space, and all of the items, food, and beverages you and your guests bring in to the space.
- Please ask guests to supervise their children at all times and to be respectful of the equipment and help encourage children to walk (especially the bigger kiddos)
- Our staff member will notify the host if they see unsafe activities, but should not be relied upon to supervise the children
- The host may be charged for damage to property and equipment that goes beyond basic or appropriate use
- If you choose to add the bounce house (usually set up in the largest classroom) please ensure parents are supervising their children or designate someone to keep an eye on it for safety
- Food is only allowed in the designated “Party Room” and our front check-in area, it is not allowed within the open play area or classrooms.
- Hand Washing/Sanitizing & Health Practices: Everyone must wash (in the bathroom) or sanitize their hands upon entering the space. Please also use the hand sanitizing stations around the space when moving from one play area to another, and if anyone has had signs of illness, fever or vomiting within 24hrs to please stay home.
- We ask you to start wrapping up your party 15-20 minutes before your time is up. Guests begin to gather their children/shoes 10 minutes before party’s end. Please help your guests exit promptly at the scheduled end time of your party, so our staff member can safely do a thorough cleaning before the next scheduled group.
- By hosting, attending, or participating in an event or activity at Marblehead Parenting, the host and guests agree to the terms, conditions and general liability waiver posted here on our website and printed/available for review at our front desk.