| Birthday Parties |
 On what days can I host a party? |
| We host parties 7days a week (based on availability and Museum events/hours). |
| What time slots do you offer for Birthday Parties? |
We offer two convenient birthday party time slots, 10:30am–12:30pm and 1:00pm–3:00pm.
On weekends we also offer a 3:30pm–5:30pm time slot. |
| How far in advance do I need to book my child's party? |
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We recommend booking your party two (2) - three (3) months in advance. A 25% deposit is required to hold your date, and we require payment in full two (2) weeks prior to your event. Due to popularity, dates may be sold out several months in advance.
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| When is final payment due? What types of payment do you accept? |
| Final Payment is due two (2) weeks before party. Confirmations details such as number of guests, food and cake selection are also required at this time. We accept Visa, MC, AMEX and checks for final payment. We do not accept Discover Card or cash. |
| Is the Intrepid Museum wheelchair and stroller accessible? |
| The Intrepid is complaint with the Americans with Disabilities Act. There are elevators which can bring guests from the Pier to the Hangar Deck and Flight Deck and also elevators within the Ship. The Concorde and Growler Submarine are not ADA complaint. |
| What are the responsibilities of the party host? |
| The party host is responsible for organizing the structure of the party including activities, tours, food and overall adherence to the schedule of events. Gratuities are not included but welcomed. |
| What food options are there for adults and children? |
Our current menu offers the following:
Children: pizza, chicken nuggets, hot dogs or macaroni and cheese. All options include apples, juice box and potato sticks;
Adult: Sandwich platter, fruit platter, vegetable platter, pizza, cheese & fruit platter and cold cut platter;
Intrepid Birthday Cake. |
| Is the food mentioned for all 30? What if the parents are not going to eat? |
| Food is provided for all guests as part of the package. We cannot discount the price for guests who are not planning on eating. |
| Is outside food permitted? |
| Outside food is not permitted. Please let us know if you have special circumstances such as food allergies. |
| What if I want to bring my own cake? |
| Please let your representative know if you would like to bring your own cake. However, we cannot discount the cost of the cake from the package price. |
| Are there Kosher options for the Birthday Parties? |
| Kosher Food is available at an additional cost. |
| Are there other guests in the museum during the party? |
| Yes, the Museum will be open to other guests during the party; however, Museum Staff is aware of your event and will make every effort to help bypass any lines and navigate your experience through the Museum. The party host will also be with you at all times. |
| What is the duration of the party? |
| Each Birthday Party lasts two (2) hours including food and cake portion. |
| How long can my guests stay in the museum? |
| Guests are welcome to stay in the Museum until closing. If you have rented a private room, you will only have access to it during the hours of the party. We do not have lockers or storage areas. |
| What kind of decorations are there for the party? |
| Table decor is based on the theme of your party (i.e. Pilot Parties have Airplane related accessories). Balloons are included in the Gold and Platinum packages or can be added on to the Silver party at an additional cost. All paper goods for adults and children are included. |
| Where do I go the day of my party? |
| Please arrive fifteen (15) minutes prior to the start of your party. The party hosts will meet you and your guests in the welcome center. Please ask your guests to arrive no later than fifteen (15) minutes after the start of the party so the fun can begin! If guests do arrive late, Museum Staff will direct them towards the current location of the party. |
| Are party favors included? |
| Gift Bags are included in the Gold Package and a premium gift bag is included in the Platinum Package. Favors are also available for an additional cost. |
| What ages are the parties suitable for? Can I host a Birthday Party for an adult? |
| Birthday parties are generally towards children between the ages of 6 - 12 years old, but our Birthday Party staff will be happy to tailor a party to children of all ages. Parties are, however, not available for adults. If you are interested in hosting a party for an Adult, Senior, Bar/Bah mitzvah, Sweet 16, etc., please contact our Special Events department at 646-381-5300, via email at eventinfo@intrepidmuseum.org or by completing the "Contact Us" form |
| Do we get a room for our belongings and for how long? |
| Private rooms are available at an additional charge. You will have access to the room for the duration of your party. |
| What is the interactive tour? Does it include the Concorde & Growler submarine? |
| The Interactive tour consists of a visit to the Flight Deck & Hangar Deck which includes the Exploreum. The theme you select will dictate which exhibits the party hosts will spend more time on as they explain historical and fun facts. If you would like to see the Concorde or the Growler, or have any other requests, please speak with your Event Specialist. |
| What kind of costume does the host wear? |
| Your party host will wear a theme-appropriate costume such as a pirate, an astronaut, etc. Costumes are realistic, not mascot-like, so your little ones shouldn't be frightened. |
| I see the party is good for up to 30 people; does it have to be 15 adults and 15 children? |
| No, that is just our suggestion as we have found most children are accompanied by a parent. You can have any combination of adults and children as long as there is at least one (1) adult for every five (5) children. |
| I have more than thirty (30) guests. What are the additional charges associated with my additional guest? |
| Additional guests, whether adults or children, will be charged a per person rate based on the package level you are choosing. |