Indoor play
$289median per party
117 published prices · United States
$0$500
Middle half: $206–$350 per party
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Indoor play
At Phelps Youth Pavilion in Waterloo, children can draw and paint, explore interactive exhibits, climb the Playscape, and take part in birthday crafts. Three packages range from $140 to $300. Each includes a private room for two hours and all day Pavilion access, with crafts and staff support varying by tier. Adults and children entering play exhibits each need a wristband, and one adult is required per six children. A 50% deposit holds the date and time.
- Price
- From $140 per party
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Indoor play: price range from published packages.
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This venue: From $140 per party
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- Address
- 225 Commercial Street, Waterloo, IA 50701
- Phone
- 319-291-4490
Party packages
Bronze$140 per party
18 wristbands for play exhibit areas, a private room for two hours, all-day Pavilion access, and a self-directed birthday craft kit.
Silver$180 per party
24 wristbands for play exhibit areas, a private room for two hours with a Birthday Buddy staff member, all-day Pavilion access, and a make-and-take birthday craft.
Gold$300 per party
35 wristbands for play exhibit areas, a private room for two hours with a Birthday Buddy staff member, all-day Pavilion access, two make-and-take birthday crafts, return passes for each child, and refrigerator and freezer access.
Compare the birthday packages
Bronze costs $140 and includes 18 wristbands for play exhibit areas, a private room for two hours, all day Pavilion access, and a self directed craft kit. Silver costs $180 and includes 24 wristbands, a private room with a Birthday Buddy staff member, all day access, and a make and take craft. Gold costs $300 and includes 35 wristbands, everything in Silver, an additional make and take craft, return passes for each child, and refrigerator and freezer access.
Plan wristbands and adult supervision
Every adult or child entering the play exhibit areas needs a wristband. One adult is required for every six children. Wristband counts apply to exhibit entry and do not give a child-only attendance limit.
Location and visitor hours
Phelps Youth Pavilion is at 225 Commercial Street in Waterloo. Visitor hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm. Contact Angie Hickok by email or call (319) 291-4490 about birthday bookings.
Questions to ask Phelps Youth Pavilion before booking
These eight points decide whether a party works out and what it really costs. It is easiest to go through them in one phone call.
- How many children fit per party, and when does the price go up?
- Is the room private to our group or shared with other guests?
- How long is the package, and when does the clock start?
- Is a host or activity leader included, or do the parents supervise?
- Can we bring our own cake, drinks or food?
- What costs extra: decorations, food, socks, additional adults?
- Until when can we cancel or reschedule for free?
- Is there space for gifts, coats and the parents' waiting time?
FAQ
How long is the birthday party?
The private room is included for two hours, while Pavilion access is available all day. Ask about the scheduled party start and end times when booking.
Is a deposit required?
A 50% deposit holds the date and time. Waterloo Center for the Arts members receive $20 off one birthday package each year.
What does each package include?
Bronze is $140, Silver is $180, and Gold is $300. The tiers include 18, 24, or 35 exhibit wristbands, respectively, plus different craft activities and package extras.
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Prices, hours and packages last checked on Oct 27, 2026. Information is provided without guarantee. Please confirm details with the venue before booking.
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