Birthday Parties & Events

Imagine is a great space for parties, performances and gatherings! Please view the Play Space page to learn about the fun activities in our two story indoor/outdoor playground with child sized town available for kids birthday parties and other events. We would like to help make your special occasion a fun, memorable event!    

Rental Options & Prices:

We have five private rooms and two large halls for kids birthday parties and other functions. For the duration of your scheduled event time, you and your guests will generally have a private party room as well as shared access to the two main halls. ​Playspace hours are 8:30-7:00 pm daily. However, parties may be scheduled at any time, but after hours parties may incur additional fees.  
For All Party Rental Packages Below:
  -   The number of guests includes the total number of all adults and children expected to attend.  
  -   The number of guests stated on party packages is the maximum permitted at that rate or in that particular space.  Hosts may book a larger room than is required as an upgrade. 
  -   The standard quote is for a two hour party with 15 minutes before and after the two hours for set up and clean up of the party room.  
  -   Extending the party time for your guests in the play area at $50 / half hour is another popular upgrade.
  -   Please fill out the form at the bottom of this page for all party inquiries and reservation requests.

Up to 25 Guests in Piano Room or Game Room:

• Piano Room is upstairs & Game Room is downstairs 
• Total Cost: $225  (Reservation fee $100)

Up to 50 Guests in the Kitchen or Big Room:

• Room Option #1: Kitchen is open in upstairs. Guests have private use of half of the kitchen and can extend into the other half, with the understanding that other guests may need to use part of the kitchen as well.
• Room Option #2: Large private room downstairs.​
• Total Cost: $325 (Reservation fee: $100.)

Up to 35 Guests in the Partitioned Kitchen: 

• Room: Portion of kitchen with partition wall closed.​
• Total Cost: $275  (Reservation fee: $100.)

50 to 75 Guests in Big Room and Game Room

• ​Buffet food tables fit in the smaller room, leaving the larger room for seating.​
• Total Cost: $375 (Reservation fee: $200.) 

Grand Hall Upstairs

Downstairs Hall

Private Large Hall Options:
Large hall packages are for up to 100 guests, with a base rate for 2 hours with 15 minutes set up/clean up. Banquet tables and chairs, sound system, AC or open air, are available in both halls. For more than 100 guests please call for an individual quote.
Grand Hall Upstairs & Kitchen: Available evenings only. Total cost $595 for 2 hours with up to 100 people.  

• Large Dance Floor (620 sf) & Stage (190 sf)

• Huge Kitchen / Eating Area & Restrooms (4 stalls)

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​Downstairs Hall & Large Side Room: Available day & night. Total cost $550 for 2 hours with up to 100 people.  Exclusive use is limited to 1-1.5 hours during open play hours.  Evening exclusive use is not limited.

• Bounce House, Climbing Structures, Swings, Castle, Ping pong, Games
• Outdoor Area with Ship & Ground Level Entrance
• ​Large Side room & Restrooms (2 stalls)

General Information and Expectations for Party Hosts:

• Hosts and guests are responsible for their own and their child/children's health and safety at all times.
• Parties scheduled on Monday-Thursday are eligible for a $50 discount, except on holidays.
• Parties may extend beyond the 2 hours at $50 per 30 minutes for up to 50 guests, schedule permitting.
• Please bring socks as we are generally a shoe free space to keep clean for children's play. 
• We can provide basic paper goods, including plates, cups and napkins.
• Hosts may provide food, cake, and beverages - peanut products & alcohol are not permitted.
• Please keep food, balloons, and party paraphernalia in the party room.
• Hosts are responsible for leaving their party room(s) and the space clean.
• Hosts must inform Imagine staff of any increase in expected party attendance.
• We can not reduce the price of any party if fewer guests attend than were expected.
• Please make party reservations and payments by cash or check. Reservation fees are non-refundable. 
• Your balance is due before you set up on the day of your party.  
• We ask that hosts inform their guests to bring socks and that parking options are on the sign at the entrance.

Larger Events of 75 or More May Require:

• A $200 charge if significant rearrangement of the space is needed.
• A $150 charge for all parties extending past 11:00 pm.
• A $300 cash security/cleaning deposit for after-hours parties of up to 100 guests (individual quote for over 100 guests.) ​Security/Cleaning deposits may be refunded, provided that: 

1. The space is left clean and tidy
2. No unusual issues occur as a result of any misconduct, undue rowdy behavior, drug or alcohol abuse/use, or other unlawful behavior on the property. Should there be any issue as listed above, the event may be discontinued at the discretion of management without refund.

Birthday Party & Event Reservations & Inquiries:

Please fill out the following information form or e-mail ImagineCambridge@gmail.com with questions.   If you do not receive a response, please call us at 617-661-0077.  Thank you!

Greater Boston Area Birthday Party & Event Venue Serving: Boston, Allston, Brighton, Brookline, Cambridge, Somerville, Arlington, Belmont, Malden, Waltham, Newton, Concord, Lexington, Roxbury, Chelsea & Surrounding Towns.