Birthday Parties
All birthdays at the Cranbrook History Centre are 2 hours long and will include a staff member to facilitate the adventure for the first hour. We can accommodate up to 15 children per party.
When – Birthdays can only be booked for Saturdays.
Time – 10:30 am – 12:30 pm or 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Price – $150 +tax Kids birthday.
Paleo Birthday Bash – This package includes fun and games within our Paleontology Exhibit. Enjoy pinning the tail on the dino, making dino crafts, playing pass the parcel, and breaking rocks to find fossils to bring home.
The Royal Party – This package includes a fun journey through the Cranbrook History Centre as you make your way to finding the hidden treasure, decorating your crown, and attending a royal ball in our Royal Alexandra Hall. This package encourages guests to dress up in their favourite princess/royal outfits from home. The party will be located within our Palm Court where cake, gifts and additional activities can take place.
Off the Rails Train Party – This package includes an escape train game on the Trans Canada Limited set of train cars. This tour differs from our regular Trans Canada Limited tour as it is based less on information and more on exploring the cars (looking for hidden objects) and fun facts about rail travel in 1929. This scavenger hunt is tailored towards the age group of the party guests. Finally, you can head up to our historic Argyle Dining Car for cake, gift opening, and additional activities.
Movie on a Train Car – The Package features a scavenger hunt on the way to our historic baggage car for the screening of a movie of your choosing with popcorn and a juice box. All of your party activities will be taking place within the baggage car including the cake and gift opening. If you would like additional comfortable floor seating, we do ask that you bring any desired pillows with you.
Adult Birthday Parties
Do to popular demand we now have birthday parties aimed at adults. All adult birthdays at the Cranbrook History Centre are 3 hours long and include a staff member to facilitate the evening. We can accommodate up to 15 guests per party.
When – Birthdays can only be booked for Fridays.
Time – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Price – $250 + Tax
Paleo Birthday Bash – This package includes fun and games within our Paleontology Exhibit. From pinning the tail on the dino to breaking rocks to find fossils, live out a childhood dream by becoming a paleo expert……or beginner.
The Royal Party – This package includes a fun journey through the Cranbrook History Centre as you make your way to finding the hidden treasure, decorating your crown, and attending a royal ball in our Royal Alexandra Hall. This package encourages guests to dress up in their favourite princess/royal outfits from home. The party will be located within the Palm Court where cake, gifts and additional activities can take place.
River Rouge Speak Easy – This package involves an evening gathering on board our restored lounge car. This package encourages people to dress up and gives you a feel of high society back in the 1920s. Bring the “drinks” and we will provide the space so the fuzz won’t stop this train.
*All parties are subject to available staff and rooms