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Hayward, California

Hayward party characters, made real.

Choose a costumed character for your party in Hayward. Explore the visit plan and price, then tell us your city or ZIP so we can check your request.

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Tell us your kid’s age, pick a character parents of that age book most, and see a sample program with the price. We’ll confirm the activities for your party.

Your program is shaped around your request. Activities and their order may differ from this example.

How old is your kid?

Most booked this fall

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3 hours or longer? Up to 7 hours

Planned for a 6-year-old.

  1. Big entranceA superhero arrives in costume and says hello to the guest of honor.
    5 min
  2. Superhero trainingPower poses, hero moves and a training mission for the whole crew.
    15 min
  3. Party gamesGroup games picked for the ages at your party.
    20 min
  4. Hero oathThe birthday kid takes the hero oath while the crew cheers them on.
    10 min
  5. PhotosPhotos with the guest of honor, family and friends.
    10 min

Deposit to book$86.70

Cash on party day
$168.30
Total
$255
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Parties we’ve thrown around Hayward

Since mid-May: 323 parties in 191 California towns.

  • 133 backyards
  • 67 homes
  • 53 parks
  • 23 schools and preschools
  • 18 indoor playgrounds

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And 45 more places across California, plus a lot of backyards.

What parents texted back

We did have a wonderful time. She did a great job. She was very patient and very fun. The kids really enjoyed her. Thank you so much. I will definitely refer you guys or use you for something else.

San Pedro, CA · Aug 2026

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

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA · Aug 2026

Hi. Thank u very much it was super great. 👍🏻 I was very happy with it, my son love it so much. Thank u for everything..

Escondido, CA · Sep 2026

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Their story goes to the performer

Tell us your kid’s name and how to say it, what they love, and what makes them shy. Your notes go to the performer with the booking, so the hour is about your kid.

  • Name and how to say it
  • Favorite things to include
  • Anything to skip
How a visit works

Questions parents ask

Still wondering? Call (866) 306-1384 and talk to a person.

Who should I contact about a park birthday in Hayward?

Contact the managing agency for that park. The City of Hayward does not run its own parks, so for H.A.R.D. parks you would reach out to the district directly.

Do I need to reserve a picnic site?

Many H.A.R.D. picnic sites are first come, first served, so check the site arrangements before choosing your date. Ask the district how to secure a site before your party date.

How far ahead can I book a community center?

H.A.R.D. rental requests must be submitted at least 30 days and no more than 11 months in advance.

What activities can be part of the visit?

You can talk through options such as a greeting, games, or photos with your character. These are possibilities to discuss with your entertainer, not services included in any booking.

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Character parties in Hayward

Hayward has both outdoor picnic sites and indoor rooms for rent, and they are run by different groups. Knowing who manages the space you have in mind helps you ask the right questions before you settle on a character, a date, and a location.

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Planning a character visit in Hayward

Who manages the spaces

The City of Hayward does not run its own parks. Partner agencies manage them, so for any park question the managing agency is the right contact. The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, known locally as H.A.R.D., is an independent special use district that provides park and recreation services for more than 275,000 residents of Hayward and nearby unincorporated communities.

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Picnic sites and community rooms

Most H.A.R.D. parks have picnic sites that are free to the public and available first come, first served, so an outdoor party depends on what is open that day. Indoor rooms work differently. Eleven H.A.R.D. community centers are available for rent with capacities from 25 to 150 people, and rental requests must be submitted at least 30 days and no more than 11 months ahead. Weekes Community Center's main hall, at 27182 Patrick Avenue, can be rented for private events from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday.

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Questions to bring to the managing agency

Ask whether outside entertainers are permitted at the site you choose, and whether any sound, setup, or time limits apply. For a picnic site, ask how to hold a spot, since first-come access is not a reservation. For a community room, ask what the rental includes, how many guests it holds, and whether its hours fit the visit you have in mind. You can also talk through possibilities such as a greeting, games, or photos with your character, to confirm with your entertainer.

Your program is shaped around your request. Activities and their order may differ from these examples.

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    1 character, 1 hour
    $255
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    $86.70
    Cash on party day
    $168.30
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