Groups and Special Events

Are you looking to host groups and special events at Dig Dig?

You are in the right place! Our groups and special events are specifically built for field trips, sensory groups, and organized visits. These experiences actively support early childhood development through engaging, hands-on play. You can read more about the incredible developmental benefits of shared play at the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Group Field Trips at Dig Dig

Our group field trips offer a structured, hands-on play experience. Therefore, they support early development through open-ended play. Additionally, these group visits encourage fine motor skills, cooperation, and problem-solving in a setting designed specifically for organized visits. As a result, group field trips are simple to plan and incredibly easy to run.
  • Available for churches, schools, preschools, and childcare programs
  • Morning visits (9:00 AM – Noon): $12 per child
  • Afternoon visits (Noon – 5:00 PM): $9 per child
  • Visits typically last 90 minutes
  • Group size and scheduling subject to availability

General Group Rates

Simple pricing for group visits 

General group rates are available for families and organized group visits. Pricing is applied automatically when all children are included in a single transaction, making it easy to plan without purchasing individual passes. 

  • Group rates match PlayPass rates 
  • Group visit pricing begins with 4 kiddos 
  • First 4 children: $14.50 per kiddo 
  • Each additional child: $12.50 per kiddo 
  • All kiddos must be included in a single payment to qualify 

General group rates work well for playdates, family outings, and informal group visits. Reservations help us plan your visit, and you won’t be charged until you arrive. 

Total Store Private Event (Exclusive Rental)

Private store rentals offer exclusive use of Dig Dig for those looking to host private, after-hours groups and special events. Specifically, this exclusive rental works wonderfully for employee appreciation nights, team gatherings, and private celebrations and private celebrations that benefit from a relaxed, hands-on environment.

  • Available Monday – Thursday
  • Event time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
  • Cost: $349 for up to 60 people
  • Includes exclusive use of the entire store

Group Give Back Events at Dig Dig

Dig Dig Give Back Events
Supporting local organizations through shared play 

Dig Dig Give Back groups and special events are explicitly designed to help schools, churches, and nonprofit organizations raise funds. By hosting a simple, community-focused event, families enjoy a hands-on play experience. Families enjoy a hands-on play experience. Meanwhile, a portion of the day’s activity directly supports your organization. 

Give Back Events are incredibly easy to plan. They work exceptionally well for groups looking for a low-effort fundraiser with broad family appeal. 

    • Available for school groups, churches, and nonprofit organizations
    • 50% of General SandPlay revenue donated to your organization
    • 25% of Play Pass purchases donated
    • 10% of toy purchases donated
    • 100% of raffle revenue donated
    • Free raffle prizes available to support participation
Typically, we hold Give Back groups and special events on weekday afternoons and evenings. Because they are designed for after-school and after-work participation, we offer flexible start times, usually between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
Success Story: Hope Ministries raised over $500 during a single Give Back Event.

Guided Sensory Sessions

groups and special events - guided sensory sessions are available

Facilitated parent–child experiences in the Dino Zone. Guided Sensory Sessions are designed to support meaningful parent–child connection through shared, hands-on play. A facilitator guides families through simple table activities that encourage patience, communication, and collaboration, creating space for conversation and learning to happen naturally.

Each session includes guided table activities followed by time for open SandPlay.

    • 30–45 minute facilitator-led session
    • Includes an additional 30 minutes of General SandPlay
    • Designed for small group parent-child pairs at shared tables
    • Six activity tables with seating for up to 12 participants
    • Room rental and facilitator included (not priced per child)
    • Scheduling available by request
$249 per session

Questions or need help planning your group or special event visit? 

If you have a question, you’re welcome to call us at 317-827-2087 or use the chat feature at the bottom right of the page.