Parties & Events at Wonder Universe
Wonder Universe is excited to host you for your event, from birthday parties to club meetings, and after-hours rentals to educational program hosting. Reach out to start planning your special event!
Birthday Parties at
Wonder Universe
Bring your child's birthday party where the fun is! Wonder Universe is the perfect choice for a playful, engaging, safe, and fun celebration.
Birthday Party Rental Rates
Wonder Lab Rental
— Full access to all 18+ play-based exhibits across our 15,000+ square foot museum space for you and your guests to enjoy. (The Museum will remain open to the public.)
— Private access to our Wonder Lab room for party festivities, including access to a fridge, counter space, chairs, and tables. Food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed and encouraged.
— Includes admission for 26 guests total (adults and children), and a discounted $6/person admission cost for guests over the 26-person total.
— Book a party on Saturday or Sunday.
Saturday Availability:
10 AM-12 PM
2 PM-4 PM
6 PM-8 PM (during closed hours. $350 per session)
Sunday Availability:
12 PM-2 PM
3 PM-5 PM
Book your Party Today!
To reserve your child's birthday celebration, please call 540-200-8231 within our operating hours (Wed-Sat 10 AM-6 PM & Sun 12-5 PM) to coordinate with one of our Attendants.
If you cannot connect with us directly, please leave a message, and we'll promptly return your call. Thank you!
Please be advised that a deposit of $50 ($35 for members) is required on the day of booking to secure your Birthday Party reservation.
— Private access to our Wonder Lab room for party festivities, including access to a fridge, counter space, chairs, and tables. Food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed and encouraged.
— Includes admission for 26 guests total (adults and children), and a discounted $6/person admission cost for guests over the 26-person total.
— Book a party on Saturday or Sunday.
Saturday Availability:
10 AM-12 PM
2 PM-4 PM
6 PM-8 PM (during closed hours. $350 per session)
Sunday Availability:
12 PM-2 PM
3 PM-5 PM
Book your Party Today!
To reserve your child's birthday celebration, please call 540-200-8231 within our operating hours (Wed-Sat 10 AM-6 PM & Sun 12-5 PM) to coordinate with one of our Attendants.
If you cannot connect with us directly, please leave a message, and we'll promptly return your call. Thank you!
Please be advised that a deposit of $50 ($35 for members) is required on the day of booking to secure your Birthday Party reservation.
$150.00
Per Session
10% discount for Members
10% discount for Members
Field Trips, Event, Meeting & After-Hours Rentals
Wonder Lab (Classroom) During Museum Hours
- Includes space for up to 25, use of Smart TV, White Board, and Fridge as needed. Perfect fit for a service group, club, or team looking for a new venue for a meeting.
- Museum admission is available for $6/person for meeting guests (optional)
$50/hour
$30 for nonprofits & community resource agencies
10% discount for members
Minimum 1 hour, then billed in 30 minute increments
10% discount for members
Minimum 1 hour, then billed in 30 minute increments
Wonder Lab (Classroom) Use After Hours
- Includes space for up to 25, use of Smart TV, white board,and fridge as needed in our Wonder Lab classroom space. Perfect for Boy Scout and Girl Scout meetings, PTA meetings, parent resource trainings, and more.
$75/hour
$50 for nonprofits & community resource agencies
10% discount for annual members
Minimum 1 hour, then billed in 30 minute increments
10% discount for annual members
Minimum 1 hour, then billed in 30 minute increments
Full Museum Rental (After Hours)
- Private access to all 18+ play-based exhibits across our 15,000+ square foot museum space for you and your guests to enjoy.
- Private access to our Wonder Lab room for party festivities, including access to a fridge, counter space, a Smart TV, chairs and tables. Food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed and encouraged.
- Projector and screen usage available upon request at our Appalachian Trail Conservancy stage.
- Staff support included for event setup and breakdown.
$175/hour
$150/hour for nonprofit organizations & community resource agencies
10% discount for annual members
Minimum 1 hour rental, then billed in 30 minute increments
10% discount for annual members
Minimum 1 hour rental, then billed in 30 minute increments
Full Museum Rental (During Open Hours)
- Available at discretion of Wonder Universe leadership team to community organizations, sponsoring businesses, and nonprofits; Not available for birthday party rental
- Private access to all 18+ play-based exhibits across our 15,000+ square foot museum space for you and your guests to enjoy.
- Private access to our Wonder Lab room for party festivities, including access to a fridge, counter space, a Smart TV, chairs and tables. Food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed and encouraged.
- Projector and screen usage available upon request at our Appalachian Trail Conservancy stage.
- Staff support included for event setup and breakdown.
$250/hour
Minimum 1 hour rental, then billed in 30 minute increments
