Discovery Center at Stony Point
Discovery Center at Stony Point
Super Mario Chess Package
Bring the world of Super Mario to life with an exciting, chess-themed birthday party! Designed for kids aged 6 and up, this package combines the magic of Super Mario with the strategic fun of chess for a one-of-a-kind celebration.
Included:
Themed Chess Play Zone: A giant chessboard featuring Super Mario characters for interactive play, plus tables with official Super Mario Chess sets.
Mario's Training Quest: A 30-minute beginner chess lesson hosted by a "Mario" or "Luigi" guide. Advanced options are available for chess-savvy kids.
Interactive Activities:
"Power-Up Chess Challenges" (solve puzzles to collect power-ups).
Mini-tournament with prizes (e.g., medals, stickers, or small Mario-themed items).
Decor:
Super Mario-themed decorations, tableware, and banners.
Chess-themed balloons and a backdrop for photos.
Food & Drink:
Pizza or themed snacks like "Mushroom Power" cupcakes and "Star Energy" juice pouches.
Birthday cake (optional add-on, $50).
Party Favors:
Super Mario gift bags with mini chess pieces, stickers, and candy.
Photo Booth:
Props like Mario and Luigi hats, mustaches, and speech bubbles.
Add-Ons
Mario Kart Gaming Zone: Add an additional hour with Nintendo Switch Mario Kart stations. ($100)
Character Appearance: Mario or Luigi visits for photos and fun! ($75)
Custom Super Mario Chess T-shirts: Personalized with the birthday child's name. ($15 per shirt)
DIY Chess Piece Painting: Craft station where kids can paint their own Super Mario-themed chess pieces. ($5 per child)
Schedule
Welcome & Warm-Up (15 min)
Kids are greeted with a Mario-themed scavenger hunt.
Chess Play & Lesson (45 min)
Fun chess activities led by an instructor.
Snack & Cake Break (30 min)
Time for food, singing Happy Birthday, and cake.
Tournament & Games (30 min)
Mini-chess tournament or Mario Kart gaming.
Closing & Favors (15 min)
Wrap up with thank-yous and party favors distribution.
This Super Mario Chess Birthday Party is perfect for combining the love of games, strategy, and Mario magic! 🎉
Headcount:12 (Can request additional headcount)
Duration:2.5 (Can request additional time)
- Discovery Center at Stony Point, 9200 Stony Point Pkwy, 192A, Richmond, VA 23235
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Policy & Terms
Booking:
A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your date.
Remaining balance is due 5 days before the party.
Cancellation & Rescheduling:
Cancellation within 7 days of the party results in forfeiture of the deposit.
Rescheduling is allowed up to 7 days before the event, subject to availability.
Party Size:
Package covers up to 12 children. Additional children will incur a fee of $20 per child.
Maximum party size is 20 children.
Supervision:
At least one parent or guardian must remain on-site during the party.
Discovery Center staff will facilitate activities, but adult supervision is required for children outside structured activities.
Food & Drink:
Outside food and beverages are not permitted unless pre-approved (e.g., dietary restrictions).
Add-on cakes must be ordered at least 10 days in advance.
Behavior Expectations:
All participants are expected to follow instructions and treat equipment respectfully.
Discovery Center reserves the right to end an activity early if equipment or safety rules are not followed.
Damage Policy:
Parents are responsible for any damages caused by their party guests to Discovery Center property or equipment.
Health & Safety:
All guests must adhere to current health and safety guidelines (e.g., hand washing, illness policy).
If a guest is visibly unwell, we reserve the right to restrict their participation for the safety of others.
Add-On Policies:
Add-ons must be confirmed and paid for at least 5 days before the event.
Late requests are subject to availability and may include a rush fee.
Photography:
By booking, you consent to the Discovery Center taking photos during the event for promotional use.
If you prefer no photography, please notify us in writing before the event.
Arrival & Departure:
Party setup begins 30 minutes before the scheduled start time. Guests arriving earlier than this time may not have access to the party area.
Parties must conclude at the agreed-upon time. Additional time will incur an overtime fee of $50 per 15 minutes.