Their favorite.
Their birthday.

Start by deciding what kind of welcome your child will enjoy most. Some children want a formal, storybook arrival where the princess greets each guest at the door and asks for their names. Others prefer a more playful entrance, with a little pretend surprise that gets the whole group laughing before anyone has taken off their coat. Both are good choices, and a conversation with our team can help you pick the one that suits your child's temperament.

When you talk with the performer, describe the birthday child in a few sentences: whether they are bold or cautious, whether they enjoy being the center of attention, and what they already know about the character. Ask whether the entertainer can offer a group greeting, an individual moment with the birthday child, or both. A short one-on-one hello is often the most memorable part for a child who loves princesses, while a group greeting keeps younger guests comfortable.

Imaginative role play works well when the birthday child is given a simple, clear role. For example, you might suggest that the birthday child helps the princess choose a kind wish for the day, or pretends to be a friend who needs help from the royal visitor. Keep the invitations short and open-ended so the child can take the lead rather than following a long script. Younger children often respond best to one or two gentle prompts rather than a series of tasks.

Before the visit, let the entertainer know if your child has a favorite story moment, a favorite color or a favorite kind of pretend game. Those details give the performer something to build on. You can also ask how the entertainer usually handles a child who wants to stay quiet and watch, since many children need time to warm up before joining in.

A birthday guest list is rarely all the same age or temperament, so pacing matters. Ask our team how long the visit is expected to run and how they divide attention among children who want to be close and children who prefer to watch from a parent's lap. A calm rhythm, with a greeting, a short shared moment and a closing goodbye, usually feels better than a long stretch of activity that leaves some guests restless.

It also helps to share a simple plan with the entertainer: when cake is served, when gifts are opened and whether the visit should end before or after that. Clear timing lets the princess move smoothly between the birthday child and the rest of the group, and it prevents the visit from feeling rushed at the very moment the birthday child is most excited.

Ask whether the entertainer can adapt the visit to a home, a backyard or a rented party room, and what space they need to work comfortably. Confirm whether the greeting can happen at the door, whether there is a place for the princess to pause between moments, and how arrivals and departures will be handled so guests are not left waiting. Ask who will be the contact on the day, so you know whom to reach if plans change.

Finally, talk through anything that should be avoided. Some children feel uneasy around a character they do not know well, or may be frightened by a sudden surprise. Let the entertainer know your child's comfort level and any sensory considerations. Discuss an approach that gives the child room to watch or join at their own pace, and an honest conversation at the start helps everyone enjoy the moment.