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Have a Birthday Bash with the Gurnee Park District!

The Hunt Club Park Community Center is the perfect place for birthday fun! Our two party attendants will keep the children entertained in the themed party of their choice while you enjoy the fun! Themed parties are filled with a variety of games & activities. PLUS each guest will create and take home two crafts if you are booking an Enchanted Castle, Super Hero, Pirate Voyage or Under-the-Big-Top party.

Parties run 90 minutes in length with a minimum of 12 children. For additional guests over 12 (up to 20) please add $5.00 per person. All parties include a decorated room and table, 60 minutes for the activity, and 30 minutes for refreshments, opening gifts and clean up.

Birthday Parties are available on the weekends, please call for availability. Birthday Party reservations must be made at least 3 weeks in advance of the party date. A $30 non-refundable deposit is required at time of reservation. Full payment must be made three days prior to the party.

Fees and party packages are subject to change. Applications for birthday parties may be downloaded below. Also, applications may be picked up at HCPCC or Viking Park registration offices. For more information call Lori Friedl, Birthday Party Coordinator, at 847-599-3760.

Birthday Party Application


NEW! Character Birthday Party

The birthday child will enjoy themed games and activities, plus a visit from their favorite character! Contact the Birthday Party Coordinator for a list of available themes such as princess, super hero and other well-known cartoon characters.

Ages: 1-6 yrs.
Max Guests: 12
Fee: $215/Res & $269/Non-Res
Time: 1:00-2:30p or 3:30-5:00p
Party Day: Weekends (call for availability)


NEW! Toddler Open Gym Party

Bring the birthday child and their tot friends to play with scooters, beanbags, balls and more! This is a perfect birthday party for little ones to play and socialize!

Ages: 0-5 yrs.
Max Guests: 12
Fee: $190/Res & $238/Non-Res
Time: 1:00-2:30p or 3:30-5:00p
Party Day: Weekends (call for availability)


Dance Party

Let's get this party started! If you're ready to bust a move, this party is for you, and you'll be dancing with the stars in no time. A certified dance instructor will lead your party through warm ups, then teach choreographed dance routines. The guest of honor can choose from ballet, hip-hop, jazz or their own combination of dance styles. Kids won't miss a beat, with a wide variety of the latest kid friendly dance music from Disney, Hannah Montana, Jonas Brothers, and much more.

Ages: 3-12 yrs.
Max Guests: 12*
Fee: $190/Res & $238/Non-Res
Time: 1:00-2:30p or 3:30-5:00p
Party Day: Weekends (call for availability)
*Additional guests over 12 (up to 20 total) is $5.00 per person.


Family Activity Room

This high energy party offers fun for everyone! Your birthday star will have the run of our spacious Activity Room, and can choose from a variety of popular activities, including: DDR, Foosball Air Hockey, Star in their own American Idol, Computer Games, Lego construction & more! All activities are supervised by our Birthday Party Staff.

Ages: 5-15 yrs.
Max Guests: 12*
Fee: $190/Res & $238/Non-Res
Time: 1:00-2:30 or 3:30-5:00p
Party Day: Weekends (call for availability)
*Additional guests over 12 (up to 20 total) is $5.00 per person.


Pirate Voyage

Ahoy Mateys! Bring your buccaneers and scalawags on an adventure-filled journey, in search of treasure and legendary fun. "X" marks the spot for this swachbuckling party.

Ages: 5-9 yrs.
Max Guests: 12*
Fee: $190/Res & $238/Non-Res
Time: 1:00-2:30p or 3:30-5:00p
Party Day: Weekends (call for availability)
*Additional guests over 12 (up to 20 total) is $5.00 per person.


Tropical Luau

No matter the weather outside, the sun is always shining at this tropical luau party! Slip on your grass skirt and sandals, and join us for a tropical getaway you won't forget! See how low you can go under the limbo stick, challenge your guests to a hip shaking hula hoop contest and much more!

Ages:5-9 yrs.
Max Guests: 12*
Fee: $190/Res & $238/Non-Res
Time: 1:00-2:30p or 3:30-5:00p
Party Day: Weekends (call for availability)
*Additional guests over 12 (up to 20 total) is $5.00 per person.


Ultimate Sports

Shoot, kick, pass and score at this high energy birthday party with your friends. Our party leaders will facilitate open gym play in one-half of the gym, which could include basketball, flag football, volleyball, scooter relay races and much more! All equipment is provided. Be ready for non-stop fun!

Ages: 5-15 yrs.
Max Guests: 12*
Fee: $190/Res & $238/Non-Res
Time: 1:00-2:30p or 3:30-5:00p
Party Day: Weekends (call for availability)
*Additional guests over 12 (up to 20 total) is $5.00 per person.


Under the Big Top

Step right up and join the fun! Our Masters of Ceremonies will lead your guests in a variety of carnival games which could include beanbag toss, pick-a-pop, floating ducks and more! Everyone is a winnder at this fun-filled party!

Ages: 5-9 yrs.
Max Guests: 12*
Fee: $190/Res & $238/Non-Res
Time: 1:00-2:30p or 3:30-5:00p
Party Day: Weekends (call for availability)
*Additional guests over 12 (up to 20 total) is $5.00 per person.


World Cup Soccer

This high energy birthday party is perfect for the child who loves soccer. Coach Doogie Clark will lead children through the fundamentals of the game while teaching them teamwork and cooperation. Soccer parties for children 8-12 years of age will be more challenging and introduce the spirit of healthy competition. The activity portion of this party will be 50 minutes and 40 minutes for cake/beverage and gift opening. Contracted with Doogie Clark.

Ages: 5-12 yrs.
Max Guests: 12*
Fee: $215/Res & $269/Non-Res
Time: 1:00-2:30p
Party Day: Sunday
*Additional guests over 12 (up to 15 total) is $5.00 per person.


Otter's Cove Aquatic Party

Celebrate your birthday at Otter’s Cove speeding down water slides, free falling from the drop slides, relaxing on the deck, munching on a meal with friends and family from our new Cattail Cafe'; and Grill and blowing out candles in our party tent! You bring the cake, we bring the fun! It’s a birthday wish come true!

Accommodations
A birthday party package at Otter’s Cove includes admission for up to 15 children and 3 adult chaperones, two hours of exclusive use of the Otter’s Cove party tent area, candles, lighter, cake knife/server, tablecloths, Cattail Cafe'; and Grill meal combos for 18, Otter’s Cove T-shirt for the birthday child and all the fun the aquatic center has to offer! Party package add-ons are available for an extra fee including T-shirts for all the children and soft serve ice cream for 18. Additional guests are welcome over the 18 in the party package for an additional fee.

Availability
Birthday parties are available daily from Memorial Day thru Labor Day.

Reservations
Residents may begin reserving the first Saturday of January and Nonresidents reservations begin March 1 annually. Book your party by May 15 and take advantage of our Early Bird Rates. (Additional guests may be added closer to the party date at the same reduced rate.) To apply, please complete an application and return it to the Gurnee Park District in person with the reservation deposit and proof of residency. Reservations will not be taken over the phone. All applications are submitted first come, first served. Submitting an application does not guarantee confirmation of a rental. Rentals will be confirmed within 2 - 3 business days. Applications are available online and at both community centers.

Tours
Visit our Hunt Club Park Aquatic Center for a tour during business hours of 12:00p-8:00p daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Otter’s Cove Birthday Package Thru 5/15
Party Cost (R/NR): $170/$255
Extra Guests (R/NR): $10/$15
T-shirt for all children (optional): $45/$67
Soft Serve Ice Cream for 18 (optional): $18/$18

Otter’s Cove Birthday PackageAfter 5/15
Party Cost (R/NR): $180/$270
Extra Guests (R/NR): $12/$18 each
T-shirt for all children (optional): $50/$75
Soft Serve Ice Cream for 18(optional): $20/$20

Contact
Our rental coordinator, Lori Friedl, will be happy to help you choose a date or answer questions. She is available Monday - Friday 5:30a-12:00p at 847-599-3760 or lfriedl@gurneeparkdistrict.com . Her office is located at Hunt Club Park Community Center at 920 N. Hunt Club Road, Gurnee.

Aquatic Center Birthday Party Application


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