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Birthday Parties

Children ages 6 and up can party like an animal right at the humane society! Choose from one of our three exciting birthday packages:

Zoo Mystery Party

  • Kids ages 10 and up
  • Cost: $305 per 15 kids, each additional child is $5; 20 children maximum
  • Time: 3.5 hours
  • Includes:
    • Animal Detectives Zoo Mystery Party- Top animal handlers and researchers have been called to the World Wildlife’s Zoo Convention. Rumor has it that the only known living Tasmanian tiger is being housed there. The guests are just beginning to get comfortable when they are interrupted by Police Investigator Taylor. It appears that the director of the convention has been kidnapped and all of the animals at the zoo have been released. Guests must track down clues to save the animals and recover the director before it is too late!  Invitations and clues sent in advance.
    • Behind the Scenes Tour of DCHS.
    • Animal Trivia Game with small prizes.
    • Animal Interaction with educational animals.
    • Birthday child receives a small gift.
    • All Guests receive a small DCHS gift bag.

Party Like an Animal

  • Kids ages 6 and up
  • Cost: $190 per 15 kids, each additional child is $5; 20 children maximum
  • Time: 2.5 hours
  • Includes:
    • Behind the Scenes Tour of DCHS.
    • Animal Trivia Game with small prizes.
    • Short animal craft project.
    • Animal Interaction with educational animals.

Birthday Bash

  • Kids ages 6 and up
  • Cost: $125 per 15 kids, each additional child is $5; 20 children maximum
  • Time: 1.5 hours
  • Includes:
    • Available Animal Tour.
    • Animal Interaction with educational animals.
    • Animal Trivia Game with small prizes.

Parents are responsible for food, utensils, and drinks. We supply decorations and fun! The last 30 minutes are designated for food, presents, and cake! All parties are held at Dane County Humane Society's Main Shelter, 5132 Voges Road, Madison, WI 53718.

Book Your Party

Birthday parties are popular! Be sure to book yours early! For more information contact the DCHS Shelter Educator at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (608) 838-0413 ext. 115.