The Top 7 Signs You Need a Kids Party Entertainer (Before Things Get Wild)
So, your child’s birthday is coming up, and you’re thinking, “How hard can it be?” You’ve got fairy bread, a Bluetooth speaker, and maybe even a pirate hat. You’re feeling good… until the RSVPs roll in. Now 18 tiny humans are coming over and you're googling how to survive a toddler mosh pit.
Here are seven crystal-clear signs you need to hire a kids party entertainer ASAP (ideally one from A Couple of Characters, wink wink).
1. You’ve Already Threatened to Cancel the Party Twice
It started as fun. You were excited. You even made a party planning spreadsheet. And now? You’re muttering things like, “If one more kid asks for slime, I’m cancelling the whole thing.” This is a red flag — not for your child, but for your sanity.
Hire an entertainer. We don’t flinch at slime.
2. Your Living Room Looks Like a Discount Costume Store Exploded
There’s tulle on the couch, glitter in the toaster, and you’ve mysteriously acquired three Elsa wigs and no idea how. If you’ve got enough supplies to start your own off-brand costume shop, it’s time to call in the pros.
We bring the costumes. We bring the chaos. And then we take it with us when we leave. Magic.
3. You’ve Practised “Let It Go” in the Mirror — Unironically
You didn’t choose the princess life. It chose you. And now you’ve memorised an entire Disney soundtrack and are rehearsing lines from Moana. Look, we love the commitment. But wouldn’t it be great if someone else did the singing, the dancing, and the dramatic waving while you just sat back with a cupcake?
Our trained entertainers know the songs, the moves, and how to avoid tripping over toddlers mid-performance. We’ve got you.
4. You’re Starting to Bribe Your Own Kid to Enjoy Their Party
“Sweetheart, I’ll give you five dollars if you just say you’re excited.”
You shouldn’t have to convince your child to have a good time. If your party prep has turned into hostage negotiations, it’s a sign. Kids don’t want decorations — they want fun. Characters. Games. Bubbles. A balloon animal that vaguely resembles a dog.
We provide fun in bulk. No bribes necessary.
5. The Neighbour’s Teen Offered to Help — and You’re Considering It
Ah yes, Chad from next door. He’s 15, owns a Spider-Man onesie, and plays Fortnite. Should he entertain a group of sugar-hyped six-year-olds for two hours? No. No, he should not.
Book someone with energy, experience, and a backup plan if it rains. We’ve been to more parties than a bouncy castle and we know how to keep the chaos contained (and actually fun).
6. You’ve Googled “Easy Birthday Cakes” and Ended Up Crying in the Pantry
There’s nothing “easy” about baking a rainbow unicorn cake with surprise sprinkles and a gluten-free base. If you’ve reached the stage where you’re crying into your buttercream, may we suggest outsourcing a few things?
Entertainment is one of the easiest pieces to outsource — and the one your guests will actually remember. No one talks about the cake. They talk about the time Spider-Man breakdanced with Grandma.
7. You’re Secretly Dreading the Party
If you're more stressed than excited, that’s your cue. You deserve to enjoy your child’s birthday too — not just survive it. Imagine sipping a coffee (while it's still hot!) as your child dances with their favourite character and the other kids are happily occupied. That’s the dream. That’s what we do.
The Bottom Line
If any (or all) of these sound like you, it’s time. Don’t try to be a one-person party army. Hire a professional. At A Couple of Characters NZ, we do it all — princesses, superheroes, face painting, discos, bubble parties, even full character takeovers.
We bring the energy. We bring the magic. You bring… yourself. Preferably holding a snack and not a glue gun.
Let us take the chaos off your hands and turn it into pure joy.
