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Make Your Child's bEARTHday Joyful and Enriching!
Alley Pond Environmental Center's bEARTHday parties are living learning experiences which will be cherished for a lifetime.
How To Book:
Pick Your Party Package
Note: Digital invites & water dispenser are available upon request for all packages.
Classic Party |
Our classic party upgraded for our new center! Party is 2 hours long and includes: - reserved space inside our state-of-the art facility - an educator led party - nature related game - 3 animal encounters - a guided nature walk - 40 minutes for food and socializing, assisted by your educator - 50 biodegradable paper cups - biodegradable table coverings *Time for setup 30 minutes before the party **Time for cleanup 20 minutes after the party $385 - price for 15 children (additional 5 permitted for $20 each) and total of 40 people max |
bEARTHday Party |
An enhanced version of our Classic Party Package for those who love the environment and want to do their share to protect it! Party is 2 hours long and includes: Everything in our Classic Party Package: - reserved space inside our state-of-the-art facility - an educator-led party - nature related game - 3 animal encounters - a guided nature walk - 40 minutes for food and socializing, assisted by your educator - 50 biodegradable paper cups - biodegradable table coverings PLUS! - 24 pack of 8.4 oz boxed water - 100 pack of 9-inch biodegradable plates - 100 pack of biodegradable sporks - 40 pack of biodegradable napkins *Time for setup 30 minutes before the party **Time for cleanup 20 minutes after the party $460 - price for 15 children (additional 5 permitted for $20 each) and total of 40 people max |
Themed Party |
Themed parties are 2.5 hours long
Pet Care Party The perfect party option for any animal lover. In this party you will get to meet and learn about 4 different animals. Have you ever wanted to measure a snake or weigh a turtle? Then this is the party for you. Learn about what is involved in taking care of pets and how vets make sure that they’re healthy. Includes canvas bags to take home. $500 - price for 15 children (ages 8+ only) max, drop-off
Survivor Party
Do your friends have the skills to survive in the wild together? Come test it out and learn some valuable wilderness skills along the way. Whether you are a survival expert or total newbie you’ll have a blast learning what it means to build a survival team with your group. Activities include games, learning survival skills, and more. Includes canvas bags to take home. $500 - price for 15 children (ages 8+ only) max, drop-off |
Customize your party with these fun add-ons:
Extra animal - $25
This add-on is to add an extra animal without adding extra time onto your party. This would replace the game played at the beginning of the party.
Tote bags - $50
With this add-on we will provide you with 20 canvas tote bags as well as stencils and fabric markers to use while decorating them. This would be done in lieu of a game during the first 15 minutes of the party. *Must be chosen at booking so bags can be ordered*
Mammal party - $15
Does your birthday child love furry friends? With this add on you can skip the game at the beginning of the party and instead add a short lesson on mammals to animal time. Learn what sets mammals apart from other animals and look at some mammal bones and pelts
Extra hour – $190
With this add-on you will get to meet an additional animal as well as extend your game, walk, and food time
Extra half hour – $95
With this add-on you will get to meet an extra animal during animal time
Extra party host - $60
Do you have a very energetic group and want an extra set of hands? With this add on you can have two party hosts instead of one. *Depends on staff availability, must be chosen at booking*
Party |
Time 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, either Saturday or Sunday Ages 5+ A new party offering for families with children with special needs. This party will include live animal demonstrations, a short guided nature walk & 40 minutes to have food and cake. *Time for setup 30 minutes before the party **Time for cleanup 20 minutes after the party $100 – price for 5 children (additional 5 children permitted for $15 for each) An extra party host can be added for $50 Please reach out to the party coordinator at (718) 229-4000 ext. 108 or via the online contact form below to discuss details. |
Fill out the form below or contact our birthday coordinator at (718) 229-4000 ext. 108 or [email protected] to book a birthday party today!
The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.
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229-10 Northern Blvd.
Douglaston, NY 11362 |
MAIN: (718) 229-4000
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