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Birthday Parties

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Fairfield County’s BEST Birthday Parties Start Here!

Celebrate in the trees! If there’s a better way to celebrate a birthday for kids 5+ (and even adults) we haven’t found it yet!

Whether it’s your 8-year-old, your hard-to-please teen and their pack of friends, or your partner, who loves to get outdoors, a birthday in the trees leaves a lasting impression on everyone.

Birthday Party Packages Include:

  • Two hours of self-guided climbing and zip lining
  • All necessary climbing equipment
  • An Adventure Park gift for the guest of honor
  • Safety briefing and practice time – no climbing experience needed!
  • A reserved picnic table
  • Optional goodie bags for your guests, available for purchase
  • No charge for non-climbing party participants
Girl holding out a paper cup that says Happy Birthday

Ask about our Black Diamond Package

Upgrade your party to the Black Diamond level, with these amenities:

  • Reserved firepit and picnic area
  • Gloves for your guests
  • Private guide

To learn more or book, Call 203-690-1717 or contact us.

Let’s Talk About Food! And Cake! (Yum!)

You are welcome to bring your own cake, snacks, and drinks, we will reserve a picnic table for you. Or have it catered by a local favorite!

Other Details for Your Awesome Adventure Park Birthday Party

  • You may arrive 10-15 minutes ahead of your scheduled time to set up any birthday party items, or you can set up while your climbers are completing their safety briefing and harnessing.
  • Enjoy the picnic area while you are there and up to 30 minutes after your climb time for snacks and cake!
  • Tailor your birthday adventure with our optional add-ons, including private group areas, private guides, and goodie bags for your guests.

Call 203-690-1717 or contact us.

Birthday Planning Guide

Our Ultimate Adventure Park Birthday Guide Makes Planning a Breeze!

We’ve put together our best tips, information, and resources to make party planning as simple as possible. Our printable booklet includes mail-ready invitations to help you get the word out to your guests.

You can also download our custom Evite images for your electronic invitations.

boy eating cake at birthday party

Birthday Party FAQ

How much is the birthday party package?

We offer weekday and weekend pricing options. Click here for pricing.

Is the birthday guest of honor included in the 6 people?

Yes, the birthday package includes 6 total tickets, 1 for the guest of honor plus 5 guests.  Additional tickets are available for purchase.

How long is the activity?

Please allow 30 minutes for the safety briefing and 2 hours for climb time with our birthday packages.  You will also have an additional 30 minutes at your reserved picnic table, for a total of 3 hours at the Park.

Does a staff member climb with our party? Do I need a guide?

While our staff is on hand for assistance, our adventure park is a self-guided experience with trails that are intentionally designed for exploration and self-discovery. Trained staff will be available to assist with any questions or concerns during the climb. If you prefer a more structured experience, we have a limited number of guides for hire.  You are welcome to hire a guide with advance reservations.

We have a party of kids. Do adults need to climb with them?

For ages 5-6, children must be accompanied by an adult at a 1 adult (or guide) to 2 children ratio and may only climb on Purple trails.
For ages 7 to 9 years old, we recommend an adult or a guide to climb with the party for the best experience.

Do I have to pay for adults to climb?

Any climbing adults or children will need a paid ticket as part of the birthday party package.

Do I have to pay for party attendees that are not climbing?

There is no charge for non-climbing participants.  Spectators are welcome to come and join the celebration at no additional cost.

Are gloves provided?

We HIGHLY recommend that you wear protective gloves when climbing at the Park. You are welcome to bring your own protective gloves or you may purchase online or from our retail store.  Sizes and availability may vary.

Examples of protective gloves include work gloves, garden gloves and bike gloves. Leather-palmed ones are ideal, but any protective gloves are permitted.

What are the Goodie Bags and what do they contain?

Goodie bags are available for purchase and can be ordered by contacting us AHEAD of your event date or adding to your cart when booking your party online. Each bag contains an Adventure Park Carabiner keychain and other fun items for your guests! 

How early should I arrive?

You may arrive up to 15 minutes ahead of your scheduled time to set up your party area and check in your participants.  Please ensure that all waivers are completed and assigned in advance of arrival to avoid a delay at check in.  After check in, you will be escorted to your reserved picnic table.

Are all of the activities outside?

Yes, we are a fully outdoor activity, and our picnic tables are outdoors as well.

Is there a party room?

We have reserved picnic tables available with the birthday party packages.  These are all outdoors.

What happens if it rains?

The Adventure Park can still be fun while it is raining. However, the Park will close for severe weather such as heavy rain, thunderstorms, and high winds. If small storm systems are moving through the area, we try to stay open and ask our guests to take a break while they pass. Call before you travel to confirm the operating schedule.  If you would like to reschedule your party due to weather, please contact us at 203-690-1717.

Can I decorate the table?

You are more than welcome to decorate your table for your birthday celebration. Make your celebration festive for the guest of honor & your guests. For the well-being of our wildlife and the cleanliness of the Park, confetti of any kind is not permitted.

Do you provide tablecloths, cups and paper goods?

We do not provide these items.  You will need to bring any decorations or other party items with you.

Do you supply invitations?

Download our Birthday Party Planner for printable invitations.  Click here for Evite images.

Can I bring my own popup tent and foldable chairs?

You are welcome to bring a small fold up table and chairs, as well as a small canopy if you would like.

Can I bring a cooler with party food and beverages?

You are very welcome to bring your own coolers and non-alcoholic beverages.  Water is available and provided in the Park. We just ask that you don’t bring glass bottles or barbecues.

Do you have a freezer or refrigerator for the cake or party food and beverages?

You are more than welcome to bring in a cooler or picnic basket for your celebration. However, we can not provide a freezer,  refrigerator or storage.

What time should I order the pizza?

We suggest giving your pizza place a call the day before to ensure delivery at your requested time.  You can have your food delivered anytime after check in but remember that your event ends after three hours.  Click here for pizza and other food options.

Does the Park have wi-fi?

We do!  Please ask the Park staff for login details at check in.