When you’re looking to knock your kiddos socks off for their birthday, these entertainers will do just that. We’ve got six stupendous ideas for some serious birthday entertainment in Des Moines. Check out the list below and bring the fun to your kid’s next birthday party.
Art by Kat
(515) 745-9124 • http://katjostevens.wix.com/artbykat
Kat Stevens has been painting faces for a number of years. She’s a talented artist and paints a variety of designs. Kat offers many packages and will come to your home or the birthday party location. In addition, you can hire her teenage daughter, who will help engage waiting children; playing games and chatting them up to ease the anticipation. If you’ve ever seen a gaggle of party-goers eagerly lined up to get faces painted, you know how important this can be to keeping your crew calm! You can find Kat at events in and around Des Moines, or email her to book your birthday party.
Game Truck
(888) 602-4263 • http://www.gametruckparty.com/
This big green beauty will pull up to your party and set up gaming fun for 16-20 kiddos. The Game Truck is a Mobile Game Theater that features four flat screen TVs, dozens of video games, the latest consoles, and is climate controlled. Game coaches host the party so you can focus on other things such as the guests, food, taking photographs, or just sit back and relax. You can book a party on their website. Party experiences start at $275.
Jonathan May
(515) 991.3695 • mrmagicproductions@hotmail.com
Jonathan is a full time entertainer specializing in magic, balloon animals and fun! For the very best in children’s entertainment he cannot be beat. As a fulltime magician, he knows a thing or two about keeping tots attention and makes each child feel special interacting with them as he makes them a special balloon creation. You can find Jonathan at events around Des Moines like the Downtown Farmers’ Market. You can call or email him for more information or to book your event.
Little Princess Parties
(515) 710-4469 • http://www.partywithaprincess.com/
Do you have a kiddo who loves all things fairy tale and princess? A visit from one of Little Princess Parties’ 16 lovely princesses will make her day. Each princess arrives fully dressed and ready to entertain your kiddo and her birthday friends. They bring tiaras and necklaces; help the birthday girl with opening her gifts and reading cards; sing Happy Birthday and cut the cake; and charm your party guests into acting like princesses. Little Princess Party packages start at $125. They have several add-on options.
Party with a Hero
(515) 779-2799 • http://partywithahero.com/
We love superhero themed parties (a kid in a cape is the cutest thing, right?), but why not take it up a notch by inviting a real-life Batman or Spiderman over for some cake and ice cream? They will tell stories, conduct superhero training, lead games, hand out treats and pose for pictures. They’re superheroes, they can do anything! Party with a Hero party packages start at $200.
TJ Party Rentals
(800) 249-3104 • http://www.tjpartyrentals.com/
Armed with a massive variety of bouncy houses, giant slides, obstacle courses and sporting games, TJ Party Rentals also has more unique items like laser tag, Lagoon of Doom, dunk tanks, and giant trikes. The best part is they deliver, set up and supervise their interactive inflatables and party rentals. They also tear down and clean up after each event so when the party’s over, you get to relax. Prices vary depending on the inflatable or game you would like to have at your birthday party. You can call or email them with questions.
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