Birthday Parties

Cost: $300 for members, $350 for non-members. Become a member today. 

• General admission for 25 guests.
• Use of private room for 1.5 hours. Includes tablecloth, napkins, cake plates and forks.
• $10 gift card to The Tech Store for the guest of honor.

Cost: $400 for members, $450 for non-members. Become a member today. 

• General admission for 25 guests.
• Use of private room for 1.5 hours. Includes tablecloth, napkins, cake plates and forks.
• $10 gift card to The Tech Store for the guest of honor.
• Tickets for 25 guests to attend an educational film in the IMAX Dome Theater (approximately 50 minutes).
• Personal announcement before show.

Cost: $500 for members, $550 for non-members. Become a member today. 

• General admission for 25 guests.
• Use of private room for 1.5 hours. Includes tablecloth, napkins, cake plates and forks.
• $10 gift card to The Tech Store for the guest of honor.
• A facilitated lab experience* for up to 25 participants. Choose from Slime Lab (creating slime while learning about the properties of polymers), Fizzy Science (creating fizzy bath bombs with chemical reactions) or Coaster Chaos (designing and prototyping roller coasters).

*Labs are not available June through September. For safety reasons, children under 5 are not permitted to enter the labs. Maximum lab capacity is 25 participants. Labs must be reserved at least three weeks in advance.

Cost: $550 for members, $600 for non-members. Become a member today. 

• General admission for 25 guests.
• Use of private room for 1.5 hours. Includes tablecloth, napkins, cake plates and forks.
• $10 gift card to The Tech Store for the guest of honor.
• A facilitated lab experience* for up to 25 participants: Slime Lab (learning about the properties of polymers as guests create their own slime).
• Tickets for 25 guests to attend an educational film in the IMAX Dome Theater (approximately 50 minutes).
• Personal announcement before show.

*Labs are not available June through September. For safety reasons, children under 5 are not permitted to enter the labs. Maximum lab capacity is 25 participants. Labs must be reserved at least three weeks in advance.

Birthday Party Packages available from on-site caterer, Tony Caters:
Minimum order of 20

Packages (prices per guest):
Pizza, $12
Classic BBQ, $13
Taco Bar, $11
Tea Party Picnic, $16
Appetizers, $2 

Extras available:
Cake with candles and ice cream, $4 per guest
Dispenser beverages: infused waters, teas and lemonades, $varies
Assorted bottled beverages, $2.50 each

For menu and ordering details, please click here. 

Does the guest count include both children and adults?

The guest count includes anyone age 3 or older. Additional guests may be added for a fee to all packages except for the lab experience in the Lab Party Package, which is limited to 25 people.

What if I have guests who RSVP at the last minute?

You can pay for those guests when you check in for your party at the Membership Desk.

Is there a host in the room?

The Tech Interactive does not provide a full-time staff member in the party room, but a membership associate will be available should you need assistance.

What if some of my party guests are members of The Tech?

With the exception of attendance at the labs, for which there is a 25-guest maximum, members of The Tech Interactive will not be counted among your 25 guests.

Are parents of the birthday child included in the guest count?

Yes, unless they are members of The Tech Interactive.

Do you have a refrigerator to store a cake?

Yes, a fridge and freezer are available. We are happy to store your items and then retrieve them for you as needed.

Do I have to be a member to book a birthday party at The Tech?

No. Members receive a $50 discount, but parties are available to all.

Do you provide catering?

Party prices do not include catering. Our on-site restaurant, The Tech Cafe, offers catering, and we also have a list of preferred caterers. You may also provide your own catering. Please inquire about catering when you book.

How far in advance do I need to make my reservation?

To reserve your birthday party we need at least one week’s notice for our Basic and IMAX packages and three weeks’ notice for our Lab and All-Inclusive packages. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your party.

When does the balance and final head count need to be paid?

The final balance should be paid no later than the day of your party. We will need your final head count (both children and adults) no later than the Wednesday before your party.

What supplies do I need to bring?

The Tech Interactive will provide tables, chairs, tablecloths, napkins, cake plates and forks. You will need to bring serving utensils, a cake knife, candles, lighter/matches and room decorations.

Where can we unload our supplies and park?

You can unload in front of our Group Entrance at the corner of South Market St. We can provide a cart and assist with your load-in. You can park at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center (150 W. San Carlos St.), where The Tech provides validation, only available on weekends, making the cost $5.