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Ruby, New York

Ruby party characters, made real.

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

Who’s coming to Ruby?

Real performers in full costume. Here are a few favorites.

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See the whole hour before you book

Choose a character, visit length and your child’s age to explore a sample program. We’ll confirm the activities for your party.

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

Mermaid performer
MermaidReal performer photo
Longer party? Up to 7 hours

How old is your kid?

Planned for a 6-year-old.

  1. Big entranceA little mermaid arrives in costume and says hello to the guest of honor.
    5 min
  2. Princess trainingRoyal waves, curtsies and an under-the-sea royal walk.
    15 min
  3. Party gamesGroup games picked for the ages at your party.
    20 min
  4. Treasure ceremonyThe birthday kid is named the greatest treasure under the sea.
    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 Ruby

Since mid-May: 85 parties in 57 New York towns.

  • 47 backyards
  • 17 homes
  • 5 indoor playgrounds
  • 5 rec rooms
  • 4 restaurants

Places we’ve partied in New York

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  • Knights Of Columbus Latham
  • Mother Cabrini Park Brooklyn
  • MyGym City Point Brooklyn
  • Private Picassos Brooklyn
  • Space Club Brooklyn
  • Stresa Ristorante Manhasset
  • The Red Door Creative Space Peekskill
  • Xplore Commack

What parents texted back

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!

Auburn, NY · Sep 2026

She had a wonderful time i greatly appreciated yall Thanks Again

Rochester, NY · Sep 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

Where in New York?

Enter your city, ZIP or party address. We check the character, date and visit details for your request.

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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.

How much activity should I plan?

Keep the visit manageable: a greeting, a photo opportunity and one shared activity are enough to start. Confirm any program details with us before planning around them.

How can children participate on their terms?

Offer a choice to wave, join the activity or watch. Give children time to approach rather than lining them up for individual attention.

What should I verify with the venue?

Check capacity, layout, booking conditions and permission for hired entertainment with the exact facility. Ask us separately about theme, cost and availability.

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Character parties in Ruby

In Ruby, New York, begin with a practical venue check so the character visit fits the space rather than competing with it. Once the layout is clear, plan a friendly greeting, a short photo pause and one optional activity that works for the group. Children can join, answer or watch without pressure. Before the event, the organizer should confirm the room's capacity and layout, mark the entrance and photo area, and tell the performer who will coordinate the schedule.

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Before you pick the spot in Ruby

Useful rules and places to check, each with its official source.

  1. Match the shelter to the group

    New York State Parks describes a range of pavilion and event rental sizes and amenities. Check the exact facility's capacity, layout and regional booking conditions before choosing a gathering plan. Confirm whether a hired character visit and any equipment are permitted; the statewide rental page does not establish that every activity or date is available.

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  2. Choose a real indoor backup

    For any outdoor gathering, arrange an accessible indoor backup before the party. National Weather Service guidance identifies buildings with wiring and plumbing as stronger protection; an open picnic shelter is not a lightning backup. This is national planning guidance, not a local venue rule.

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Sources checked 2026-10-04. Check the current venue rules before you plan. Venue guidance does not mean a venue has approved character visits.

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Your party

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Who’s coming

    How long

    Where and when

    1 character, 1 hour
    $255
    Pay today to book
    $86.70
    Cash on party day
    $168.30
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