Unforgettable Gem Mining Birthday Parties in North Texas
Make your next party sparkle with The Big Happy Mining Co. — a mobile gem mining experience brought to you by Big Happy Events! Whether it’s a birthday bash, school celebration, or community event, we bring hands-on adventure, discovery, and excitement right to your backyard. Let your little prospectors dig up real treasures and big smiles! 🎉
What’s Included in Your Big Happy Mining Party Package:
🕐 1 Hour of Gem Mining Fun
Our colorful and interactive mining sluice is fully portable and perfect for backyard birthdays, schoolyards, or local festivals.
💎 12 Gem Bags
Each child receives a bag of 'mining rough' loaded with sand & treasures — ready to be sifted, discovered, and taken home as special keepsakes. The Guest of Honor will receive a larger bag!
👷 Hands-On Mining Adventure
Kids will love getting their hands dirty (well, not too dirty) as they pan through real mining rough guided by our friendly and engaging prospector team. With our double sluice setup, up to 6 miners can work at once — perfect for bigger groups and non-stop fun.
📦 Each Gem Bag Includes:
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Over 2 lbs. of 'Mining Rough' in each bag, ready to be sorted and sifted through
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Over 3 oz. of gem stones in every bag
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Educational Gemstone ID postcard
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Take-home collection
💎 12 Geodes
Each guest will get to choose one of our small geodes — ready to be cracked open, explored, and taken home as special keepsakes. We will show participants the proper way to crack one open, and even help them do it so they can see what treasure their choice holds!
Each Guest will get their own Big Happy Mining Co. Rock Candy!
Big Happy Mining Co. Rock Candy is a vibrant, flavorful treat made with 100% pure cane sugar from American farmers. GMO-free, biodegradable, and proudly made in Southern Indiana — it's the sweet, sparkling candy that's perfect for parties, gifts, or just a little fun!
Optional Upgrades?
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Looking to include more than 12 Guests in the fun? No problem! Just let us know, and we can get you a custom quote.
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Need more than 2 lbs of 'Mining Rough' per participant? No problem! We also offer 3, 5, 10, & 20 lb bags.
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Want to spice things up and include more than the 'traditional' gemstones? No problem! We can also offer bags of 'Mining Rough' that include sea shells, fossils, larger stones, arrowheads, and even shark teeth!
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Need more than 1 hour for this much fun? No problem! We offer discounted rates to extend your event and keep the fun flowing!
Why Choose The Big Happy Mining Co.?
✅ Unique, interactive, and educational — kids learn while they play!
✅ We come to you — easy setup at homes, schools, churches, or events
✅ No mess, no stress — we take care of everything!
✅ Real gems and real memories to take home 🪨
Now Booking Across North Texas!
The Big Happy Mining Co. is digging up smiles all over DFW and all across Texas. Our parties are in high demand — book your date today and treat your young explorers to an adventure they’ll never forget!
Ready to dig up some fun?
Contact us now to make your next celebration a gem! 💎