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- Themed Birthday Parties
Themed Birthday Parties
Croydon Creek nature parties are designed to educate and entertain with programming that highlights the wonders of nature. The nature center’s staff will make sure you and your child have a memorable birthday experience as you celebrate your special day!
Parties hosted by Croydon Creek Nature Center feature a fun-filled, hour-long program led by a naturalist and consist of immersive learning experiences. In the event of inclement weather, alternative arrangements for outdoor portions will be provided. Your total access time to the party room is 2 ½ hours which includes both set-up, your wild party, and take-down.
Virtual birthday party experiences are available upon request. Call the nature center for more information.
Scheduling a Party
Parties are scheduled year-round on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Saturdays: 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
- Sundays: 1 p.m.
Call Croydon Creek Nature Center at 240-314-8770 for more information and date availability or email at ccnc@rockvillemd.gov.
Croydon Creek Nature Center
Rockville, MD 20851
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Birthday Party Themes
Classic Party
Ages 3+; all year
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Get up close and personal with three of our animal ambassadors who call the center home and enjoy a naturalist-led hike in the forest preserve. The group size is limited to 25 children. Additional fees apply for more than 15 guests.*
Feathers and Fur
Ages 3+; all year
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Investigate our collection of biofacts as you discover animals commonly found in Maryland. This party does not include live animals. A naturalist-led hike in the forest preserve follows up the presentation. The group size is limited to 25 children. Additional fees apply for more than 15 guests.*
Creek Crawl
Ages 6+; June-Sept.
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Grab your water shoes and head to the creek to see the different creatures that swim and crawl there. This party does not include live animals except those that may be found in the creek. This program is weather dependent and the group size is limited to 15 children.
Geocaching Adventure
Ages 8+; all year
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Learn the basics of geocaching and use handheld GPS devices provided by the Center to complete an outdoor scavenger hunt. This party does not include live animals. This program is weather-dependent and the group size is limited to 10 children.
Campfire Party
Ages 5+; Sept.-May
Duration: 2.5 hours
Gather around the campfire and learn more about local wildlife. We will make the fire and provide marshmallows and sticks for roasting. This program is weather dependent and the group size is limited to 15 children. This program is only available on Sundays.
Party Rates
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A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve the date for in-person parties. Deposits can be paid using either MasterCard/Visa, check or cash.
*For party themes that allow for more than 15 guests, a $10 fee for each additional guest up to 25 children will apply.