Common questions
How does building a teddy bear online at Build-A-Bear work?
How can I add sounds or scents to my teddy bear online?
Can I change or cancel my online order?
Can I order online and pick up at my local store?
Can I make a return?
Can I bring a bear for repair?
Can I buy gift cards for Build-A-Bear?
How do I best care for my teddy bear?
Can I buy a skin without filling?
Do you accept coupons or gift cards issued in other countries?
Can I purchase a voice recording without the toy?
Can I record a personal sound for my teddy bear?
How long can be voice recording?
Where can I find a physical Build-A-Bear store in Finland?
Pay Your Age FAQs
What is the delivery time for online orders?
Do you offer birthday promotions in Finland?
What do I need to do to get this offer?
Is it only on their birthday? When can we participate?
Do I need proof of age?
Is Birthday Campaign valid for any furry friend?
Is it online?
Can I celebrate my child’s birthday with the offer if their birthday happened while you were closed?
What are the terms of the Pay Your Age offer?
Is the Birthday Treat Bear always available?
Do you offer this in all Workshops?
Birthday Party F.A.Q.
Build-A-Bear Birthday Party Rules (Finland)
- For party bookings, the terms and conditions stated here apply. Additional special terms and conditions for, and information may also be advertised on our website or in the store when booking a party.
- Booking a party is to be done via email (helsinki@xslelut.fi), phone (+358 40 024 0842) or on location at XS Lelut Stockmann, Helsinki.
- Build-A-Bear birthday parties can only be booked for the following time slots:
Mon-Thu 10.00-20.00 (mall closes at 20.00)
Fri 10.00-15.00 (party can’t exceed 15.00)
Sat 10.00-12.00 (party can’t exceed 12.00)
Sun 14.00-18.00 (mall closes at 18.00) - For party bookings, a fee is charged for the party package you have chosen in connection with the birthday party. The price is stated in connection with making your booking.
- The number of participating children and the choice of party package must be confirmed in connection with the booking, at least 14 days before the party.
- The party can be booked up to 3 months in advance.
- Changes to the booked day or time can be made no later than 14 days before the booked visit. Changes to the number of children or party packages can be made no later than 48 hours before the planned visit. Changes can be made provided that the booking situation allows changes, considering that the desired new time is available.
- Cancellation of the party booking must be notified no later than 14 days before the planned visit to get full refund. During the 14-day period before the party, it is only possible to reschedule the party 1 time, or cancel the party, losing the party planning and organization fee of 49 eur. Cancellations cannot be made later than 48 hours before the planned visit. In the event of sudden illness within the 48-hour period before the party, please contact the store directly to reschedule the party – please keep in mind, no changes to the party package can be made during this period, only rescheduling is possible. Should a guest fall ill, we recommend filling their spot or making two furry friends for someone else. In case of rescheduling, the new party booking must take place within 3 months from the date of the reservation.
- In case nobody attends scheduled visit without notice, we reserve the right not to refund the prepayment.
- A party booking requires a minimum number of five (5) children. The maximum number of participants is 10 children.
- At least one adult (supervisor) must accompany the visit. The supervisor is responsible for the children during the visit.
- When booking, you pay the fee in advance for the selected party package according to the number of children who will attend the party. The fee must be paid in full on the spot or 14 days before the party at the latest.
- A party booking includes a Build-A-Bear workshop, creation of a stuffed animal for each participant, accessories according to the selected package, and activities with the party guests.
- Food and drinks (except water) may not be brought into the party.
- Please be advised that there is no guarded cloak room for guests!
- We reserve the right to change these Terms and Conditions, and will publish the latest version on buildabear.fi.