Birthday Parties

Do you have a child with a birthday coming up? Why not celebrate with some furry friends at the Toronto Humane Society?! Birthday parties are a fun way to celebrate growing another year older, while also learning about empathy and respect for animals.

Details:

Birthday parties are suitable for children aged 4 and up
Birthday parties are two hours in length
Birthday parties will take place on Saturdays at the following times:
- 11am - 1pm
- 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Birthday party packages include 10 children, there is a charge of $15 for each additional child up to 15 children
At least two adults must remain with the birthday party group
The total number of people (including children and adults) cannot exceed 20

Step 1: Choose your Party Itinerary

Option A: Ideal for children 7 and up	Option B: Ideal for little ones or craft lovers
1 hour behind the scenes tour to visit all of the animals at the Toronto Humane Society, including a sneak peek into our veterinary clinic! 30 minute celebration of the birthday child (i.e. food and gift opening) 20 minute visit with approved shelter animal(s) 10 minutes for wrap up	30 minute mini-tour to visit the animals at the Toronto Humane Society 30 minutes of animal themed crafts and/or games 30 minute celebration of the birthday child (i.e. food and gift opening) 20 minute visit with approved shelter animal(s) 10 minutes for wrap up

Step 2: Choose your Party Package

Pawsome Party Package ($300)

Includes:

2 hours in our decorated private party room
1-2 THS staff "fun facilitators"
One of our Party Itinerary options (above)
Party decorations including: "Happy Birthday!" banner, plastic table cloths, THS party hats for each child
plastic plates, napkins, and plastic cutlery
Cake server, candles and lighter
Gift package for the birthday child, including: temporary tattoo, pencil and eraser, puppy notepad, colouring book, and THS stuffy
Note: this package does not include food options. Parents/guardians are welcome to bring lunch/snacks/cake as desired. A refrigerator and cake serving materials are provided.

Doggone Deluxe Package ($425)

Includes:

Everything in the "Pawsome Party" Package
Personalized birthday cake in chocolate or vanilla
Ordered pizza and juice boxes
Lootbags for each child including: THS pencil and eraser, temporary tattoo, stickers, and colouring book
Cake knife, cake server, candles and lighter

Step 3: Review our Guidelines and Cancellation Policy

Rules and Guidelines:

A minimum of 2 parents/adults must remain at the birthday party. The maximum capacity of the party (kids and adults) is 20 individuals
The Toronto Humane Society is not a nut-free facility as many pets receive peanut butter treats. Children with severe nut allergies should not attend a birthday party at the Toronto Humane Society
Use of the party room is permitted for your two hour timeslot. Due to other parties, we unfortunately cannot accommodate guests who wish to come early or stay later
Parents/Guardians, we ask that you clean up any large messes that occur during the party (i.e. juice spilled on the floor, a dropped piece of cake)
Please put any used plastic cutlery or plates, and any garbage and recycling into the appropriate receptacles
Please leave the Happy Birthday Party Banner, Cake Knife, Cake Server, extra candles and lighter as these will be used for future groups

Cancellation Policy:

There are no refunds for partial attendance/ party guest illness
Notice of party cancellation must be received at least 5 days prior to receive a full refund
Cancellations made within 4 days of the party will receive a 50% refund
Cancellations made 48 hours or less prior to the party will be charged 100% of the party fee

Step 4: Book your Party!

Please book your party by submitting our birthday party registration form to birthdayparties@torontohumanesociety.com. One of our birthday party facilitators will respond to your request and confirm that your date is available. Dates fill up fast, so we recommend booking at least one month in advance to avoid disappointment!