Birthday Parties

Rent the Henderson Gymnasium for an hour of birthday fun with your family and party of up to 20 chidren and 20 Adults. Choose from a variety of options, including floor hockey, soccer and preschool ride ’em cars. The booking adult must be always present at the party.

Youth birthday parties are offered at the Neighbourhood Learning Centre, in the Youth Centre Room located at Oak Bay High School. These parties are designed for ages eight and up and offer a variety of amenities, including a billiards table, foosball table, tennis table and access to WiFi and a Smart TV. Find out what youth party themes are offered!

Henderson Gym Birthday Parties
Henderson Gym & Bouncy Castle Party

Cost: Starting at $263.00 plus tax

Rent the Henderson Gymnasium for an hour of birthday fun with up to 20 party guests, followed by an hour in the party room. Choose from a variety of options, including basketball, soccer, preschool ride ’em cars and floor hockey. The booking adult must be always present at the party.

Available Times: Saturdays between 12:15–4:45pm and Sundays between 1:30-4:45pm

Payment and Cancellations for Parties:

  • Payment must be made at the time of booking. 
  • The cut-off to make changes/cancellations is 12:00pm on the Saturday two weeks prior to the party.
  • For inquiries please call Henderson Recreation Centre at 250-370-7200. 
Preschool Planned Parties

Cost: Starting at $145.00 plus tax

The parties below are geared for ages three to five years old. They feature 45 minutes of activities and 45 mintues for cake, food, gifts, etc. 

  • There can be up to a maximum of 15 kids/40 people.

Booking Times:

Saturdays: 11:15am-12:45pm

Sundays: 10:30am–12:00pm

Safari Adventures 

The perfect party for your animal lover. Join us on an expedition including games, a story and craft!

Super Hero Adventures

What better way to celebrate a birthday than saving the world! includes superhero masks and a special mission.

Undersea Adventures

An ocean of Fun for little ones including a story, craft and a treasure hunt for jewels.

Payment and Cancellations for Parties:

  • Payment must be made at the time of booking. 
  • The cut-off to make changes/cancellations is 12:00pm on the Saturday two weeks prior to the party.
  • For inquiries please call Henderson Recreation Centre at 250-370-7200. 
Frequently asked questions

What activities are available to choose from?

Basketball, soccer, pickleball, badminton and/or preschool ride ’em Cars. Some equipment, like the bouncy castle, may not be available, depending on COVID-19 public health regulations. Receptionists will call and check in with the booking adult one week in advance to confirm any activity specifics.

What is the required cancellation notice period?

Cancellations or changes to the original booking must be made by 12:00pm the Saturday two weeks prior to your rental. Otherwise, the full rental charges apply.   

Is there music?

There is a stereo with an auxiliary cord to hook up whatever device you choose. (We do not provide music.)

Can I bring food or beverages?

Patrons may bring only water bottles into the gymnasium.

Can we have 20 people plus the host/booker?

It is 20 people maximum including the host/booker. The booking adult must be always present.

Can we have entertainment?

No outside entertainment or outside contractor/facilitator is allowed for the rental.

Where do I enter?

Party guests will enter directly through the gym doors when the party begins. A booking adult can check in with reception 10 minutes before the party begins.

Payments and Cancellations for Parties
  • Birthday parties are booked online or call Reception at 250-595-7946. 
  • Payment must be made at the time of booking.
  • The cut-off to make changes/cancellations is 12:00pm on the Saturday two weeks prior to the party.
  • For inquires, email the Oak Bay Birthday Team Leader at BirthdayTLob@oakbay.ca
Youth Centre Parties

All Parties at the Neighbourhood Learning Centre (Youth Centre) Include:

Two hours of fun at the Youth Centre. Visit with friends, enjoy the billiards and foosball table, play table tennis, and more! Parties include one staff member in attendance, the staff member will help run and facilitate activities. The booking adult must be always present at the party.

Booking Times:

Fridays: 5:00–7:00pm
Saturday and Sunday: 1:00–3:00pm and 5:00–7:00pm.

Amenities at the Youth Centre

Amenities at the Youth Centre in the Neighbourhood Learning Centre:

  • Billiards table, foosball table, and two table tennis tables.
  • 70-inch Smart TV with surround sound and Netflix. The sound system has an auxiliary cord. You can play your own music if you bring your own device.
  • Kitchen: fridge, freezer, microwave, oven and stove. (The stove is available to warm up items but is not for cooking.)
  • Computer stations are open for use. Password – Play Nice! (Space between words.)
  • Bring your own gaming systems (Xbox, PlayStation) to connect to the TV. An HDMI cord is available.
  • You must bring all your own food and any additional supplies (e.g. napkins, candles, etc.).

For inquiries, email the Birthday Team Leader at: BirthdayTLob@oakbay.ca

 

Youth Centre Party

Cost: $145.00
(Age eight years and up)

Enjoy the Youth Center and all the space has to offer and hang out and have fun with your friends.

  • There can be a maximum of 20 youth.
Payment and Cancellations for Youth Parties
  • Birthday parties are booked online all Reception at 250-595-7946. 
  • Payment must be made at the time of booking.
  • The cut-off to make changes/cancellations is 12:00pm on the Saturday two weeks prior to the party.
Frequently asked questions for Youth Parties

What is the required cancellation notice period?

Cancellations or changes to the original booking must be made by 12:00pm the Saturday two weeks prior to your rental; otherwise, the full rental charges apply.   

Is there music?

There is a stereo with an auxiliary cord to hook up whatever device you choose. We do not provide music.

Can I bring food or beverages?

Yes. Please bring your own food, drinks, paper plates and cutlery, candles and matches, knife, and napkins. Staff will assist in clean up.

Please note that you will need to take away all leftover food and garbage/recyclables.

Can I have early access to set up for the party?

No, there will not be early access to the room, as there will be activities running prior to the party times. 

Can we have 20 people plus the host/booker?

Yes. It is a maximum of 20 youth plus the host/booker. The booking adult must be present at all times.

Can we have entertainment?

No outside entertainment or outside contractor/facilitator is allowed for the rental.

Where do I enter?

Partygoers will enter directly through the exterior doors to the Youth Centre located in the Neighbourhood Learning Centre. The party staff will be there to meet you 10 minutes before the start of your party.