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We have the area's #1 children's entertainers. Whether you want a face painter, balloon artist, clo

We have literally the best children's entertainers in the Washington DC area!

01/01/2025

5 Red Flags To Watch For When Choosing Entertainment for Kids' Parties

🎉 Planning your child’s party should be stress-free and fun, but choosing the right entertainment can feel overwhelming. Here are 5 red flags to watch for when hiring entertainers to ensure your party is a hit!

1️⃣ Lack of Reviews or Testimonials
If an entertainer has no online reviews or client testimonials, that’s a warning sign. Look for someone with positive feedback from other parents or businesses.
2️⃣ No Clear Pricing
Avoid entertainers who can’t provide upfront pricing or doesn't post their prices online. Transparency shows professionalism and protects you from hidden costs.
3️⃣ Poor Communication
If they take too long to respond to inquiries or seem uninterested in your specific needs, that could mean trouble on the day of the event.
4️⃣ Inexperience with Kids
Entertaining children requires special skills! Ask if they’ve worked with your child’s age group before and if they can adapt their act for different personalities.
5️⃣ Overpromising Without Proof
Be cautious of entertainers who guarantee unrealistic results without providing evidence of their skills. Ask to see a video or portfolio of their work.

✨ Pro Tip: Always trust your gut—if something feels off, it’s better to keep searching. Finding the right entertainer will make your party unforgettable!

Have any other tips for finding great party entertainment? Share them in the comments! 🎈🎩

08/28/2024

Ready for some spooky fun? 🎃👻

Here's a behind-the-scenes look at the prep work for my upcoming Halloween show! I’m especially excited about a brand new magic trick I’m developing featuring Abercrombie the Zombie—he’s a creepy character with a big appetite for brains! 🧠🧟‍♂️ Halloween is one of my favorite times to perform, and this year, Abercrombie is going to bring an extra dose of spooky magic to the show. Stay tuned for more sneak peeks as we get closer to the big day!

08/27/2024

🧠 Trivia Tuesday! 🧠

Ready to test your magic knowledge? Here’s today’s question:

What famous magician made a Boeing 747 airplane disappear in front of a live audience?

Drop your guesses in the comments below, and let’s see who knows their magic history! ✨

08/15/2024

Parent Focused Tips! 🧒✨

Looking for a fun activity to do with your kids this weekend? How about planning a magical treasure hunt at home or in the backyard? Hide small treasures and create a simple map or clues for your kids to follow. It's a great way to spark their imagination and enjoy some quality time together. Share your treasure hunt ideas and pictures with us!

08/11/2024

🎨 Sunday Fun Day: Craft Time! 🎨

Looking for a fun activity to do with your kids today? How about making some magical DIY wands together! 🌟✨

Here's what you'll need:

Wooden dowels or sticks
Paint and brushes
Glitter, sequins, and stickers
Ribbon and fabric scraps
Hot glue (for adult use)

Steps:
Paint the dowels/sticks in your favorite colors.
Decorate with glitter, sequins, and stickers.
Tie ribbons or fabric scraps around the top.
Add any final touches with hot glue (adults only!).
Watch the magic come to life as your little ones wave their wands! 🪄 Share your creations with us in the comments below. Have a magical Sunday! 🌈✨

08/09/2024

🌟 Client Testimonials & Success Stories! 🌟

Happy Friday, everyone! 🎉 Today, we’re thrilled to share an incredible testimonial from David, who recently left us an amazing review:

_"If you've seen a party magician in the last 40 years, you've probably seen a lot of the same tricks. They're standard classics that continue to dazzle kids, so all the magicians do them. What sets party magicians apart is the performance and delivery. Louis the Magician is one of the most entertaining performers I've seen, and his take on the classics makes him a standout in a crowded field.

He performed at my 5-year-old son's birthday party this weekend. He has constructed a show that not only amazed the kids, but had the grownups howling with laughter. He's every bit as much an adult comedian as a children's magician, and has managed to weave the two skills together in a seriously entertaining package. It's a hard skill, and he's mastered it in his writing and delivery.

Before his performance, a parent told me that she's seen party magicians before, and that kids start to get bored, and she worried that a 45-minute show was much too long. The kids had just taken a train ride through the park, so they'd been sitting and hadn't had a chance to run around yet. I was worried she was right. So I told Louis, 'Look, these kids might be antsy and have a hard time sitting still. If you feel like you're starting to lose them, you have my permission to wrap up early. I'm fine with that.' He told me, 'It'll never happen.' And he was right. The kids were so into the show, having such a good time, I think he could have gone another 15 minutes and they still would have been in rapture.

I could continue, but the bottom line is: I highly recommend Louis the Magician. Hire him for your party."_ – David

We are so grateful for such heartfelt feedback! It’s stories like these that make our work so rewarding. 😊✨

Have you had a magical experience with us? Share your story in the comments below or leave us a review. We’d love to hear from you!

08/08/2024

Parent Focused Tips: Back-to-School Excitement! 📚✨

Getting kids excited about going back to school can be a challenge, but here are some magical tips to make it easier and fun! 🎩✨

*Create a Countdown Calendar: Make a colorful countdown calendar to the first day of school. Let your child decorate it with stickers and drawings.
*Back-to-School Shopping: Turn shopping for school supplies into a special event. Let your child pick out their favorite items, like a cool backpack or fun notebooks.
*Meet the Teacher: If possible, arrange a visit to the school to meet the teacher and explore the classroom. This can help ease any first-day jitters.
*Establish a Routine: Start adjusting bedtime and morning routines a week before school starts to help your child get into the swing of things.
*Talk About the Positives: Share your own positive school experiences and talk about the exciting things they’ll learn and the new friends they’ll make.
*Plan a Back-to-School Party: Celebrate the end of summer with a small party or a special family dinner. Highlight the fun aspects of returning to school.
*Magic Show Treat: Plan a special magic show at home or watch one online as a fun way to end summer and kick off the new school year!

Making the transition back to school a positive experience can set the tone for a successful year. Here’s to a magical start to the school year! 🎓🌟

08/05/2024

✨ Magical Monday Moments ✨

This past Saturday, we had one of the most unforgettable shows ever! It was an outdoor party with big tents set up, but Mother Nature had other plans. 🌬️ Just as we were getting started, the wind picked up and lifted all the tents into the air! All the attendees had to grab the tents to keep them from flying away. Then, as if that wasn’t enough excitement, it poured down rain and thundered! ⛈️

But the show must go on! We did the entire magic show during the thunderstorm under one of the tents. The kids' faces lit up with wonder despite the storm, and it turned into a magical adventure for everyone involved. Sometimes, it's the unexpected moments that make the best memories. Thank you to everyone who braved the weather and made it a magical day!

08/01/2024

✨ Parenting Tip Thursday! ✨

Encouraging a love for reading in your children can be magical! Here are some fun tips to get your kids excited about books:

*Create a Reading Nook: Set up a cozy space with pillows and blankets where your child can escape into their favorite stories.
*Story Time Magic: Incorporate a little magic into story time. Use funny voices, props, or even simple magic tricks related to the story to make reading more engaging.
*Book Treasure Hunt: Hide books around the house and create a treasure map for your child to follow. Each found book can be a new adventure!
*Library Adventures: Make regular trips to the library. Let your child choose their own books and explore different genres.
*Read Together: Set aside time each day to read together. Discuss the stories and ask questions to spark your child's imagination.

Happy reading! 📚✨

07/30/2024

🎩✨ Trivia Tuesday! ✨🎩

Did you know? The famous magician Harry Houdini once performed an escape from a sealed milk can filled with water. This daring stunt left audiences in awe!

Can you guess how long it took him to escape? 🤔 Drop your guesses in the comments below! ⬇️

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07/29/2024

Magical Monday Moments! 🌟✨
This past Sunday, I had a unique and special honor—I was the officiant for my nephew's wedding! While there were no magic shows this weekend, the joy and love at the wedding were magical in their own way. Congratulations to the happy couple! 💍❤️

07/26/2024

🌟 Client Testimonials & Success Stories! We love hearing from our happy clients. Here’s what Joshua had to say about his recent experience with Childtime Magic:

'My brother-in-law hired him for his son's birthday party yesterday and Louis was great. Very friendly, engaging, and great with kids. I wouldn't describe him as like a "magician magician" with a cape and all that - he's more of a comedic magician. He does tricks but with this funny spin on them and it's very well executed.

What was unexpected though is this guy is absolutely hilarious and had all of us adults in stitches. He has this upbeat, self-deprecating dry sense of humor when interacting with everyone that was really funny. If you hire this guy, make sure that you get all the adults to sit there and watch him as well.'

Thank you, Joshua, for your wonderful review! We strive to create unforgettable memories for all our clients, both young and old. ✨ "

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Alexandria, VA
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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

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http://www.ChildTimeParties.com/

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