Bonus Club Members (free to join) can score a Build-A-Bear ‘Pay Your Age’ Birthday Bear for the cost of the age your kiddo is turning – regularly this bear goes for $14! Also, note that this is only available at select stores. All you have to do is this: bring your kid into a Build-A-Bear store during their birthday month to count their candles, and they will pay for their own Birthday Treat Bear priced at the number of their age.
This offer is only for kids but you can score more birthday freebies when you sign up for different apps and email subscriptions from major retailers and restaurants.
Build-A-Bear Pay Your Age Birthday Bear
In addition, they will score the following below at no cost:
- Special Birthday Heart Ceremony
- Birthday Heart for their New Furry Friend
- Birthday Cake Photo Prop
- Birthday Sticker
- Birthday Party Hat
- Ringing the Birthday Bell
- Happy Birthday Song
Build-A-Bear birthday party
Also, did you know that you can host a Build-A-Bear birthday party? You’d need at least five guests and the birthday packages start at $14 per guest (bears included). Depending on which package you choose determines the value of your stuffed animal. To book a party, you’ll have to purchase a $50 nonrefundable e-gift card. If the party is canceled, you can use your e-gift card for on a future purchase.
Build-A-Bear birthday party package includes:
- A party leader (for 5 guests or more)
- One stuffed animal per guest
- Special heart ceremony
- Plush light-up keepsake for the guest of honor
- Party games and activities
- Name tag stickers
- Paper party hats (shaped like bear ears, of course)
- Photo prop
- Free invitations and thank you notes
Can I Get a Build-a-Bear Birthday Bear Online?
Unfortunately, you will not be able to get your birthday bear online. It is exclusively available in Build-A-Bear Workshops and outlet stores in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Check out more details here!
Proof of Age?
If you’re wondering if you need to prove your children’s age – good news! You don’t need any proof of age, however, you do need to be a Build-A-Bear Bonus Club member (which is free to join). You also don’t need to add your child’s birthday or information to the Bonus Club account.