Everyone is Welcome to the Build-A-Bear Workshop®
Celebrate the first anniversary of Build-A-Bear on the first!
Our Build-A-Bear Workshop is throwing the ultimate party, and you’re invited to celebrate this bear-y special occasion with us!
Bring a brand-new furry friend to life and score a FREE exclusive first anniversary t-shirt for your new bestie! We’re pulling out all the stops with delicious refreshments, awesome activities, and all kinds of un-bear-lievably fun surprises! Girl Scouts will even get to work on exciting badges designed around their new furry friend!
Everyone is welcome for this day of celebration, so don't miss out! We can’t wait to see you there! This is an open house event, so come on in and join us, no time slot or registration needed! If you have questions, contact our Customer Care at 888-623-1237 or customercare@girlscouts-gsci.org.
Wizarding Weekend w/ Build-a-Bear®
Calling all fans of the Wizarding World - come and enjoy this enchanting experience during our Wizarding Weekend, August 8th. Each guest will build their own Harry Potter Bear and receive a wand.
REGISTER NOW!
Girl Scouts of Central Illinois Build-A-Bear Workshop® is open to EVERYONE, not just Girl Scouts! We welcome everyone to this fun and exiciting store.
The Build-A-Bear Workshop® located at
Champaign Service
Center
1808E Round Barn Rd.
Champaign, IL 61821
You’ll choose your very own furry friend, bring it to life with the help of our staff, and experience the iconic Build-A-Bear Heart Ceremony, customized just for Girl Scouts! Afterward, have fun dressing your new friend in vests with matching troop numbers, outfits, cookie-themed merchandise, accessories, sounds, and more!
Enjoy this activity on your own, with your troop, or even have it be part of a special celebration, like a birthday party or bridging ceremony!
Gift Certificates are available for gift giving! Click here to purchase.
Build-A-Bear® Workshop Hours
Schedule your beary special experience.
Walk-in and open to public hours:
- Tuesday – 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Wednesday – 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Thursday – 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Friday – 9:00 a.m. – Noon
- 1st and 3rd Saturday – 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Build-A Bear® Party Hours - party reservations only
- Friday Party Hours Only - 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- 2nd and 4th Saturday Party Hours Only – 12:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Ready for a Beary Awesome Experience
Whether it’s a birthday party, a bridging ceremony or a special treat, Build-A-Bear® Workshop is fun for everyone! Parties must be booked with a minimum of 5 and maximum 20 builders.
BOOK A PARTYBuild-A-Bear® Party Packages
We have two fun party packages available to groups with a minimum of five (5) participants.
Awesome Adventure Package: $45 per guest
This package
includes: One (1) bear or furry friend for each guest (up to $26), One
(1) Girl Scout Uniform or clothing item (up to $10), a fun patch, Cub
Condo, and activity.
The Ultimate Experience: $60 per guest
This package
includes: One (1) bear or furry friend for each guest (up to $26), One
(1) Girl Scout Uniform or clothing item (up to $10), One (1) footwear
item (up to $8), a scent, a fun patch, a bear carrier (up to $7), and activity.
Each package includes a beary special Girl Scout Heart Ceremony!
FAQs and Refund Policy 
