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180 Woz Way
San Jose, CA 95110

Phone: 408-298-5437
Fax: 408-298-6826

Museum Home

Visit Children's Discovery
Museum of San Jose where
you can expect to test, crank, listen, prod and tinker.
One of the largest museums
of its kind in the nation,
CDM's 150 interactive
exhibits lead visitors to
explore, understand and
enjoy the world in
which they live.




 
 
   








Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose

Facility Rental

Open for "hands-on" adventure during private parties, Children's Discovery Museum is a marvel of delights for adults as well as kids.

The Museum provides a stimulating event environment, inviting interaction and discussion, movement and flexibility. It is conducive to both informal gatherings and black tie events. The spacious layout enables guests to enjoy over 150 activities and interactive exhibits, which invite mixing, mingling, and merriment.

Capacity

The Museum can accommodate over 1,000 guests for a reception. 350 can be seated for dinner at tables arranged throughout the Museum.

Cadence Amphitheatre

Children's Discovery Museum has developed its 8,600 square foot adjunct courtyard into a full-scale multi-purpose Amphitheatre that provides two stages and seating area to host performances for families, special programs, and corporate facility uses.

Availability

  • Year-round 5:00 p.m. - midnight*
  • Monday**
  • 9:00 a.m. - midnight*
  • * Added charge for events past midnight
  • **September through June only

Services/Amenities

  • Catering -Ask for our preferred list; may use others if properly licensed and insured.
  • Kitchen Facilities- None available
  • Tables and Chairs- limited; BYO
  • Parking- Large public lots (fee charged)
  • Outdoor-Night Lighting Limited
  • Outdoor -Cooking Facilities BYO
  • Audio/Visual
  • Tech support on-site

Considerations

  • Alcohol Wine, beer, BYO
  • Wheelchair Access Yes
  • Smoking Outside only
  • Insurance Certificate required
  • Music Amplified ok; BYO