Text us: (612) 460-1826‬ Call us: (651) 748-9442

Dear Parent,

When was the last time you laughed really hard? Can you imagine a birthday party where your children are laughing, squealing and giggling from beginning to end? This is what we do! We make memories, and we promise that your child will remember how much fun this party was for a very long time!

My name is Lori Hurley, and for over 25 years, my husband and I have specialized in making children’s birthday parties outrageously fun, memorable and entertaining. We offer different entertainment packages to help you do just that. We don’t believe that “one size fits all”, since what entertains eight 3-year olds is dramatically different than what entertains ten 7-year olds! We KNOW children, so our packages are designed with your child in mind!

Whether you want us to come in and take over your party with a deliriously funny comedy show (with or without magic) followed by our popular background services such as balloons & face painting, or if you just want us to bring joy and laughter through our background services alone, we will make sure that your child is the hero of the party!

We’re parents of three children, so we understand what’s involved in children’s parties. Planning your party is an important event. We know that you want it to be memorable, but that it also needs to be affordable. You want an entertainer that takes control of the party so you can just relax, take it easy & enjoy yourself.

We continue to lead the way in best practices for our birthday party services.

  

Over 500reviews!

Our Birthday packages can include

  • Wholesome and clean physical comedy
  • Age-appropriate humor
  • Highest Safety Standards
  • Uproarious audience participation™
  • Silly Magic which is performed by the children (even when we can’t make the magic work, the kids can!)
  • Brilliant Balloon Sculptures
  • Fabulous Face Painting

“This is the BEST birthday party of my whole entire life!”

-Jared, age 6

For decades, our family business has been perfecting the art of the “best birthday ever”, but nobody says it better than the satisfied parents and wowed friends of the families we’ve served.

We love what we do and feel very blessed to make a living doing it! Our tried and true formula for birthdays will give you peace of mind and your guests a great time! Our favorite words when we leave a party come from the party guests who say, “When can you come to MY party?”

Let us help you make this the best birthday your child has ever had. Your little one gets to be the hero of a hilariously fun adventure, and you’re freed up to sit back, enjoy the show, and get those giggles on video. Every party, age group, and birthday child is different, so feel free to call us with any questions.

We look forward to making magical memories with your family!

Birthday Packages with shows

Outdoor parties, mileage and gratuities are extra.

 (If you don’t need a show, please scroll past these packages)

Your Child is the Star of the Show and the HERO of the party!

These are our most popular comprehensive birthday party show packages in a nutshell. How do they sound to you? If you don’t need the show, and you just want us to come and twist balloons or paint faces (or our other background services), that’s available too!! Scroll down for prices and just indicate your preference when you submit your request.

*The only other thing that affects the price (for the packages above or below) is the zone fee (covering time & mileage to the party itself) and a nominal additional fee for outdoor parties. Finally, there is no sales tax on these types of services, and gratuities are optional (and always appreciated).

If you want amazing birthday entertainment but aren't in need of a SHOW. . . Consider our "Birthday Background" Packages, which feature a single artist providing 1 or 2 services (mileage, outdoor parties & gratuity are extra):

 

(For large parties with more than 30 children, add $55/service for each next increment of 5 children. For parties with more than 40 children, please call our office at 651-748-9442 or text us at 612-460-1826.) The prices below are for indoor parties. If your party is outdoors, the price will be slightly higher, depending upon the venue and how much protection is provided from nature’s elements. (See our FAQ below)

Birthday Packages without shows

Outdoor parties, mileage and gratuities are extra.

Are you unsure whether your guests will prefer Balloons OR Face Painting?

If so, choose our Balloon/Face Painting Deluxe Package, where both Balloons and Face Painting services are available.
Each child has the option to choose the ONE service they want the most!

Custom Characters Also Available!

(Adds $75 to your package)

Fairy Grandmother

Half Pint

Oscar

Spidey Guy

Please keep in mind that we are some of the most popular entertainers in the Twin Cities area (and the ONLY ones who can provide Comedy, Magic, Balloons AND Face Painting with a single performer!) This means we’re highly in demand, and we work on a first come, first serve basis. So to claim all of your discounts and avoid disappointments, don’t delay and request your date now online, schedule the follow up call and we will get in touch and let you know if your preferred time is available. (If you call and don’t reach us, it means we’re at an event or on the other line, so the answering service may also try to schedule a call for you so that we don’t play phone tag).

We can’t wait to bring joy and laughter to your loved ones!

Thanks!

Mark&LoriHurleyMark and Lori Hurley

A Touch of Magic Entertainment

651-748-9442 (office)

612-460-1826 (mobile)

fun@atouchofmagicentertainment.com

P.S. All of our entertainment packages come with a full 100% money-back guarantee. If you’re not totally delighted with the fun we provide at your child’s birthday, you get to decide what to pay. (In the 25+ years we have been performing at birthday parties, no one has ever had to initiate a request for their money back. In fact, over 65% of our private and corporate events come from the referrals of thrilled customers just like you.)

P.P.S. For your convenience, we offer safe and secure online payment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if you're available for my preferred date and time?

Once you have requested a booking, assuming you have given us ALL of the information we need, we will start checking availability. You should schedule a quick call to confirm the reservation and review the details. The sooner you schedule that call, the quicker you’ll have your answer. If the time you’ve requested isn’t available, we will offer other possible time frames or alternate services. Keep in mind, availability changes daily, so even if you check it now, by tomorrow your preferred date and time could be booked up so please don’t delay. Request your booking today to avoid disappointment.

How do you handle payment?

In most cases, payment is due 2-4 hours of the reservation being made and the invoice being sent to you, to guarantee your time slot at the discounted rate. You can review the details and pay for your child’s party, quickly and easily from your computer or mobile device. It’s one less thing to worry about at your party. 

What happens if the number of guests changes or if my guests are late?

When you book entertainment, what you are reserving is TIME, and we book our parties back-to back. For parties with background services (like balloons & face painting), the cost is based on how many children you are anticipating (including the birthday child and any siblings, friends and cousins), so that we schedule enough time to reach those children. If some of your guests don’t show up, then we’ll have extra time to spend on your child, with bigger and better designs. If you have more guests than you expected, or if your guests are late, then you may have the option of paying your artist to stay the extra time to accommodate the extra children. Keep in mind, however, that it’s more affordable to reserve extra time up front, than it is to pay your artist to stay late (especially if the artist has another event after yours.)

What if my kids are all ages? Which show do I choose?

The reason we have so many packages is that we have never believed in “one size fits all” entertainment. What is funny and interesting to a 3 year old is dramatically different than what appeals to a 6 year old and a 9 year old. Developmentally, they are worlds apart. 

When you have a party with a wide age span, we recommend that you choose the package which will reach the LARGEST age group present, or default to the ‘youngest common denominator’. A show which is too much or too long for little nippers will produce restlessness. A show which is too young for older children will produce hecklers. Our complimentary birthday consultation will help you in determining the best match for your group! 

Can you provide entertainment outdoors?

Yes, for an additional fee, we can perform our shows and provide our services outdoors,  provided the weather is decent, and you provide complete shelter for the show and the children. If the wind is blowing, there is a risk of the show being ruined, as some of our props are very light and will blow away.  It’s always safer to have it indoors plus there will be less distractions. And it is Murphy’s law that if you hold your party in your backyard, it will take place at the same time your neighbor mows his lawn.  Save the cake for outdoors, but have your show indoors or in the garage, to protect your investment. smile The additional cost for outdoors will be based upon the venue and the amount of protection provided.

How long does the entertainment last?

In the Bonanza Package, the comedy show lasts approximately 20 minutes, and is followed by enough time to reach your group with the background activity. When you go with the standalone magic shows, they last 30 and 45 minutes, respectively.

And if you choose “Mixed Nuts” (the 2 performer comedy show), it lasts 30 minutes.

In either case, schedule and itinerary permitting,  we can be available to help sing Happy Birthday after the show.

If you are only having background entertainment the appearance length varies.

Balloons take 2-3 minutes per child, and Face Painting takes 4-6 minutes per child, under ideal circumstances.

What about COVID?

We adhere to strict standards around safety, regarding all communicable diseases, including Covid-19. We have always led the way in best practices, and the pandemic is no exception.  If the question is about our cancelation policy, here you go:  Our reservations are  non-cancelable/non-refundable since you are holding a time slot no one else can have, and since we offer low-contact and no-contact shows, social distancing, masks, shields, outdoor alternatives, artist rotation, prop rotation and disinfection to ensure that we are doing our part to slow the spread.

BUT….. If there is a NEW government mandate restricting the size of the party, or if a member of your family gets COVID, impacting your event, you will have a choice of reducing the number of guests to fit guidelines, and we will entertain (as per the emandate) OR you can have a virtual party, via Zoom, OR we can reschedule your party to take place within 30 days of the new ban being lifted (or the diagnosis). The reason there are no full-refunds is that once you make a reservation, we commit time and resources to this event, long before the event takes place, PLUS you are holding a time slot which no one else can have, and thus cancellation would result in lost income and lost business opportunities in an amount hard to precisely calculate.

What is your cancellation policy?

Once you make a reservation, we commit time and resources to this event, long before the event takes place, PLUS you are holding a time slot which no one else can have, and thus cancellation would result in lost income and lost business opportunities in an amount hard to precisely calculate.  Therefore, our reservations are non-cancelable/non-refundable.  If you’re concerned about COVID, please see the Covid question in the Q & A.

Are you ready to request A Touch of Magic for your child’s birthday party?