Q: What is the maximum number of people for an event?

A: Capacity is limited to 16 people per event. For kids events, capacity allows for up to 1 parent or caregiver per child (with the exception of the host child’s family).

Q: Does Minni accommodate drop-off kids events?

A: Yes! Our drop-off events are for ages 4 and up, and we require a caregiver of each participant to complete our standard waiver two weeks prior to the big day. However, hosts (client) of the event should stay.

Q: What is the structure/schedule of an event?

A: Our events are designed with seamless transitions facilitated by your Minni instructor. The below schedule is for a “Classic Minni Package”, other packages may provide more studio time for other projects.

Arrival + Coloring – 15 minutes

As guests arrive they are invited to begin fun coloring pages based on your event’s theme!

Themed Art Projects in the Studio – 45 minutes

After coloring, your Minni Instructor will lead event participants to the studio for creativity + crafting based on your event’s theme.

Cake/Food/Celebrations + Goodbyes – 30 minutes

Event complete!

Q: What art projects can we expect at our party?

A: Kid event participants will enjoy 2 themed art activities. We have a list of projects by age group and theme. Adult event participants will enjoy 1 in-depth art activity. Additional art activities are available for both adults and kids events in Max and More Minni packages.

Q: Can I request a specific art project or theme?

A: We work from a list of trialed and tested art projects sure to satisfy your unique creative cravings. We can accommodate custom themes for an additional $200.

Q: Can I change the theme/project of my event?

A: Yes, however we require two weeks advance notice. If a theme or project is changed within two weeks of the scheduled event, an additional fee will be required.

Q: Can we bring our own extra project or activity?

A: Yes. To include your own planned project or activity, please choose custom theme option (for an additional fee) when booking. A member of the Minni team will follow up to confirm and discuss.

Q: I need to invite all of the students in my child’s class, and it’s over the 16-capacity limit!

A: We can accommodate over 16 participants at our events, but we strongly recommend not going over 20 participants. If you’d like to have a larger party or more guests attend, we recommend choosing our South End location which has more square footage than our Beacon Hill studio. We charge an additional $40/participant if the number of participants goes over 16. Our team will take a final headcount on the day of the party and bill the additional charge afterwards.

Q: If I choose the “Classic Minni” event package, can I pay to add party packs?

A: Yes! Party packs vary in price for kids’ vs. adults' events. Refer to each individual page for current pricing.

Q: What time can I arrive on the day of the party?

A: Hosts (Client) and their family are welcome to arrive 15 minutes before their party starts for setup. Our space is colorful and bright, requiring minimal decorations. Minni staff are responsible for decorating the studio walls + letter board with Minni orange paper lanterns and chosen felt banner.

Q: Can we bring our own decorations?

A: Yes! Special birthday banners and additional decor are welcome in designated areas of our studio. The Hosts (Client) and their family are responsible for the set up of any additional decorations.

Q: Can we bring our own speakers to play music?

A: Save yourself the trouble! We provide kid friendly and adult friendly music playlists. We also have bluetooth speakers in our studios if you prefer to provide your own music. Please ask your instructor how to connect your device during the party.

Q: Can we bring refreshments and food for our guests?

A: Food, treats and drinks must be provided by the event host (client). As Minni is a nut-free space, we kindly request that you avoid bringing products containing nuts, including peanuts and tree nuts, to our premises when possible. See our preferred vendors list on both kid and adult event pages.

Q: Is alcohol provided for the adult events?

A: Minni will not provide alcohol for events, but we do encourage adult event party goers (21+) to BYOB!

Q: Can I extend the time of my event?

A: Our Minni event packages offer different amounts of time to accommodate your event needs. We recommend choosing a package based on how long you would like your event to be.

Q: What do the Minni studio spaces look like?

A: You can find some photos of our spaces here, and feel free to visit both our Minni locations to find the right fit for your event!

Q: What is your cancellation/refund policy for Birthday Parties?

A: Both Adult and Kid private events are non-refundable. In the event that you need to cancel your party or private event, we can reschedule for a different date, pending availability.

Q: Can I hire a musician, face painter, photo booth, etc.?

A: Yes! We require at least two weeks advance notice if you are hiring someone outside of Minni for your private event. Any outside performer will be subject to time constraints, must be insured, and additional time (30mins) must be added to the event booking.

South End Studio FAQ

Beacon Hill Studio FAQ

Q: Is parking available?

A: If you are driving, Thayer St. parking lot is available for pick-up and drop-off only, free up to 30 minutes. If parked for 30 minutes but under 60 minutes, the charge will be $10 upon exit. Any time over 60 minutes will result in a fee equivalent of a full days parking. 

For longer term parking, you may park in the public parking lot at 500 Harrison Ave. where free 30 minute parking is available, payment is required after 30 minutes. You may also park across the street in the public parking lot at 324 Albany Street Parking.

Q: Can we use your South End location patio for our party?

A: Unfortunately, no. We are prohibited from hosting parties on our patio in our South End location. We do not have outdoor space in our Beacon Hill location.

Q: Is parking available?

A: We recommend public transportation to our Beacon Hill studio location. The closest Red Line stop is Charles/MGH. The closest Green Line stop is Park Street or Arlington.

If you choose to drive, there is metered parking up and down Charles Street, Monday – Saturday from 8am – 8pm.

Here is a list of nearby garages: Charles Street Garage, located at 144 Charles Street; Boston Common Garage, located at 0 Charles Street; Mass General Hospital Garage, located on Cambridge Street.

Since our Beacon Hill studio is a smaller space, we recommend and kindly ask you to limit the number of invited adults to your kids event. This is so our Minni instructors can provide the most fun possible without the distraction and limitation of a crowded or noisy space.

We recommend that parents with children over the age of four sign our waiver and drop off their children at the start of the event. In our Beacon Hill location, we are lucky enough to be surrounded by many wonderful cafes, restaurants, and shops to help pass the time.