Birthday Parties

BAAM offers a truly distinctive birthday party experience unlike any other venue. Each celebration is thoughtfully centered around music, artistry, and an elevated atmosphere, with two unique formats to choose from: the Host Concert Model and the In-House Concert Model. All birthday parties take place in the Stage Hall and are available on weekends only.

Host Concert Birthday Party

birthday party at Bellevue Academy of Arts & Music
Host provided Concert

A sophisticated, meaningful celebration where the birthday child takes center stage – performing a curated concert for their invited guests. This model transforms a birthday party into a milestone musical event guests will remember forever.

ItemRate
Base hall rental (4-hour block)$200
Host performance fee (up to 30 min)$100

Banquet Service (mandatory — choose a tier)

TierFee
Tier 1 — Standard$75
Tier 2 — Premium$110
Tier 3 — Luxury$150

Decoration Package (optional — choose a tier)

TierFee
Tier 1 — SignatureIncluded
Tier 2 — Enhanced$175–$225
Tier 3 — Premium (Planner-Designed)Starting at $650

Optional Add-Ons

ItemRate
BAAM contracted catering$400–$800
Add-on activitiesSee Add-On Activities

Minimum package (no add-ons): $375 + food
(Base $200 + Host fee $100 + Tier 1 banquet $75; Tier 1 decoration included)

Mid-tier package (Tier 2 banquet, Tier 2 decoration): $585–$635 + food
(Base $200 + Host fee $100 + Tier 2 banquet $110 + Tier 2 decoration $175–$225)

Full premium package (Tier 3 banquet, Tier 3 decoration, contracted catering): $1,100–$1,300 + $400–$800 food
(Base $200 + Host fee $100 + Tier 3 banquet $150 + Tier 3 decoration starting at $650–$900)

In-House Concert

A private, bespoke live concert performed by BAAM musicians or special invited artists – the ultimate gift of music. Imagine a world-class pianist performing exclusively for your child and their twelve closest friends.

ItemRate
Base hall rental (4-hour block)$200

Concert Artist (choose a tier)

TierRate (15 min)
Tier 1$100
Tier 2$300
Tier 3$500
Tier 3+ internationally acclaimed artistNegotiated individually

Optional Extensions

ItemRate
Reception music extension (+30 min, single performer, any tier)+$100
Band/ensemble multiplier×1.25 per additional performer

Banquet Service (mandatory — choose a tier)

TierFee
Tier 1 — Standard$75
Tier 2 — Premium$110
Tier 3 — Luxury$150

Decoration Package (optional — choose a tier)

TierFee
Tier 1 — SignatureIncluded
Tier 2 — Enhanced$175–$225
Tier 3 — Premium (Planner-Designed)Starting at $650

Optional Add-Ons

ItemRate
BAAM contracted catering$400–$800
Add-on activitiesSee Add-On Activities

Minimum package (Tier 1 artist, no add-ons): $375 + food
(Base $200 + Tier 1 artist $100 + Tier 1 banquet $75; Tier 1 decoration included)

Mid-tier package (Tier 2 artist, Tier 2 banquet, Tier 2 decoration): $785–$835 + food
(Base $200 + Tier 2 artist $300 + Tier 2 banquet $110 + Tier 2 decoration $175–$225)

Full premium package (Tier 3 artist, reception music, Tier 3 banquet, Tier 3 decoration, contracted catering): $1,600–$2,350+ + food
(Base $200 + Tier 3 artist $500 + reception extension $100 + Tier 3 banquet $150 + Tier 3 decoration $650–$900)

Add-On Activities

Per child (up to 12 children), billed on top of the base package.

Add-OnRate
Free painting on canvas$10/child
Guided canvas painting$15/child
Premium canvas painting$18/child
T-shirt design$15/child
Clay / sculpture$15/child
Portrait / Montmartre-style drawing$20/child
Board Game Extension~$30–$50 flat
Music Exploration — Self-guidedTBD
Music Exploration — GuidedTBD
Face Painting (Model 2 only)~$10–$20/child
Portrait Drawing (Model 2 only)Based on # of portraits

Birthday Party Booking and Deposit

Booking Process

  1. Initial inquiry: Contact events@bellevueacademy.com or front desk to check availability
  2. Consultation: 15–20 minute consultation call with BAAM events coordinator to select model, artist (Model 2), add-ons, and banquet tier
  3. Performance preview submission (Model 1): Host submits video for BAAM approval within 5 business days of booking inquiry
  4. Booking confirmation: BAAM confirms party details and issues booking confirmation
  5. Deposit and documentation: Host signs BAAM Birthday Party Agreement and pays deposit

Deposit and Payment

ItemTimingAmount
Booking depositAt signing of Birthday Party Agreement50% of total estimated package
Artist deposit (Model 2, Tier 2+)At bookingAdditional artist deposit per artist agreement
Balance payment7 days before eventRemaining balance
Final adjustmentAt or after eventAny add-ons confirmed on the day

Cancellation Policy

Notice GivenRefund
21+ days before eventFull deposit refund minus $50 administrative fee
14–20 days50% of deposit refunded
7–13 daysNo deposit refund — may reschedule once within 90 days
Under 7 daysNo refund — no reschedule

Artist cancellation policy (Model 2 Tier 2+): artist deposits are subject to individual artist agreements and may be non-refundable.


Birthday Party Agreement and Liability

All birthday party hosts must sign the BAAM Birthday Party Agreement before the event is confirmed. The agreement covers:

  • Event details: date, time, model, guest count, artist (if applicable), add-ons, banquet tier
  • Deposit amount and payment schedule
  • Cancellation and rescheduling terms
  • Food safety acknowledgment: Host acknowledges that all outside food must come from licensed commercial food sources — no home-prepared food permitted
  • Performance approval acknowledgment (Model 1): Host acknowledges that BAAM has final approval over performance repertoire and quality
  • Liability waiver: Host assumes responsibility for guest conduct and any damage caused by host’s party guests beyond normal use
  • Indemnification: Host indemnifies BAAM against claims arising from the event except those caused by BAAM negligence
  • Artist terms (Model 2): Additional artist performance agreement attached where applicable
  • Capacity and noise compliance: Host agrees to maintain guest count within approved limits and comply with BAAM noise and conduct standards

Birthday Party Food Safety Policy

No home-prepared food is permitted at BAAM birthday parties under any circumstances.

All food served at BAAM events must come from: – Licensed, commercially operating restaurants or catering companies – BAAM’s contracted vendors – Licensed commercial bakeries (for birthday cake)

This policy protects the health and safety of all guests and is non-negotiable. BAAM reserves the right to remove any food that does not comply with this policy.

Birthday cake: May be brought by the host from any licensed commercial bakery. BAAM staff will hold the cake upon arrival and present it to guests at the appropriate moment during the celebration.