Des Moines, Iowa
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How old is your kid?
Most booked this fall
Planned for a 6-year-old.
Deposit to book$86.70
Cancel 48 hours ahead and the booking fee comes back.
Since mid-May: 2 parties in 1 Iowa towns.
What parents texted back
It was amazing! Thank you so much! The kids all had such a fun time and are still talking about it! The adults also loved having someone entertain the kids
She was practically perfect in every way!!!!
Hi! Thank you so much for everything yesterday! My son and his friends had such a great time. The characters looked great and had even better energy. We'll be repeat customers! Thank you, thank you!
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From $255 for the first hour
Book with $86.70 today, the rest in cash on party day. We confirm the performer and the time with you.
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It helps to know your date and space first, since the season and room size can narrow which characters and activities make sense. Once the venue is set, pick a character whose theme suits the room and the kids' ages.
Ask whether the venue allows outside entertainers, whether there are setup or time restrictions, and whether any part of the room is limited for performances. Confirm the answers in writing before you finalize the booking.
Our character visits start at one hour, and longer visits are booked in 30-minute increments, such as 1.5 or 2 hours. Choose the length that fits your guest count and the activities you want to discuss.
You can talk through options like greeting guests, short games, or a photo moment, and adapt them to your party's age range. These are possibilities to discuss, not included services.
Des Moines has a mix of outdoor and indoor settings that can host a children's party, and the right choice often depends on the season and the kind of entertainment you want. Here is how to think through the venue side before you pick a character and book a visit.
Polk County Conservation parks offer more than twenty picnic shelters and an amphitheater for families and groups. Shelters are a common choice for birthday gatherings in warmer months. Because they are open-air, ask the park which features suit your plan, and check the shelter's own rules before you assume a particular setup will work for a costumed visit.
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Park shelters in the county system cannot be reserved from mid-October through mid-April. If your party falls in that stretch, plan around an indoor space or book a shelter for a spring or early fall date. Decide early so your character and visit time fit the date you can actually secure.
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The City of West Des Moines community center at Valley Junction has meeting rooms, two dining rooms, and a grand ballroom available for public rental. A larger room can suit a group party, but ask the center directly whether outside entertainers may perform there and what arrangements it requires.
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Polk County Conservation also rents enclosed facilities, open-air shelters, cabins, and other spaces for special events and small or large groups. Comparing an enclosed room against an open shelter helps you choose the setting that matches your guest count and season.
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