Birthday Parties - Devonian Gardens
Devonian Gardens Book a birthday party
Make that birthday extra special! Book a party package or rent a garden space by the hour.
To book the party, fill out the online form or email parksvenues@calgary.ca indicating date, time and party package or garden space you are interested in.
Party packages
Nature party
Discover feathered friends, solve marsh mysteries, or identify wetland wonders at a party in nature. This birthday experience includes two hours in a private area.
- Ages: 5+ years
- Fee: $250.00
- Length: 2 hours (use of self-led nature activities with exclusive use of the South Garden area)
- Max numbers: 20 children
- Food: refreshments and cleanup not included
VIP playground party
Enjoy a private birthday in an indoor oasis! This birthday experience includes 2 hours of private play time in the playground and surrounding seating area to open presents and celebrate!
- Ages: 3+ years
- Fee: $250.00
- Length: 2 hours (exclusive use of playground and surrounding seating area)
- Max numbers: 20 children
- Food: refreshments and clean up not included
*Only available Sundays 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Important notes
- Glass containers, silly string, piñatas and latex balloons are not permitted. Mylar balloons only are welcome.
- Please arrive at your designated space on time and please finish on time.
- Please ensure you tidy up and remove all belongings once your booking time is over.
- You are welcome to bring food and drinks.
- We are unable to provide refrigeration or cooking/heating facilities. Coolers are strongly recommended.
- Do not bring cooking appliances such as hot plates, etc.
- No open flames
- Cancellations or changes must be received a minimum of 14 days prior to the date of the party. If a booking is cancelled with more than 14 days’ notice, a refund in the same form of payment, minus a $50.00 cancellation fee, will be refunded. If the booking is cancelled with less than 14 days’ notice, the entire amount of the booking is kept in full. Cancellation of bookings must be done in writing to parksvenues@calgary.ca to be considered valid.
Rental rates
Garden areas are bookable by the hour. A minimum 2-hour booking is required. Visit the Rentals and Bookings page for more information on space size and capacity.
| Hourly Room Rates | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Terrace |
8am - 4pm: $234.00 After hours: $286.00 |
8am - 4pm: $243.36 After hours: $297.44 |
| Terrace |
8am - 4pm: $234.00 After hours: $286.00 |
8am - 4pm: $243.36 After hours: $297.44 |
| Whole Terrace |
8am - 4pm: $416.00 After hours: $494.00 |
8am - 4pm: $432.64 After hours: $513.76 |
| South Garden |
8am - 4pm: $130.00 After hours: $156.00 |
8am - 4pm: $135.20 After hours: $162.24 |
| Event Room |
8am - 4pm: $130.00 After hours: $156.00 |
8am - 4pm: $135.20 After hours: $162.24 |
| Gallery |
8am - 4pm: $130.00 After hours: $156.00 |
8am - 4pm: $135.20 After hours: $162.24 |
| Circle Garden |
8am - 4pm: $78.00 After hours: $130.00 |
8am - 4pm: $81.12 After hours: $135.20 |
Additional services and fees
All rates are subject to change. Your rate will be confirmed upon booking.
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Risk Management fee | $4.75 | Required for all bookings. |
|
Security |
$20/hour |
Mandatory for all bookings with liquor service. |
|
Staff fee |
$50/hour |
Mandatory for groups with more than 80 guests. |
|
White folding chairs |
$150/flat rate |
Up to 150 chairs available. |
|
White folding tables |
$10 each |
5'x3', up to 16 tables available. |
|
Coat rack & hangers |
$10 each |
Up to 6 coat racks and 250 hangers available. |
|
Cleaning fee |
$525+ |
Applicable if additional cleaning is required post-event. |