Party Magicians is run by Fine Entertainments Ltd, a magic and entertainment agency in Corby. Tell us about the party and we'll reply with who's free and a price. We cover the city and the towns around it.
Soft play party or hall party
For under-fives, soft play is a popular choice. Active Nottingham runs Little Treasures soft play parties at Clifton Leisure Centre, with a party room for the food afterwards.
Once children hit school age, a hall party with an entertainer gives you more control. Bluebell Hill Community Centre in St Ann's takes children's parties in its large hall. There's no car park on site, so warn guests to allow time for parking.
Soft play centres usually keep strict time slots, which is fine for toddlers but can feel rushed with older children. A hall gives you room to breathe and to run the afternoon at your own pace.
What a toddler show looks like
Little ones can't sit still for an hour, and nobody should expect them to. A good toddler party entertainer mixes very short bits of magic with songs, bubbles and simple games where everyone joins in.
Parents usually stay close. That's fine. Toddler shows are designed with mums, dads and grandparents in the room.
Mornings are often better than afternoons for this age group. Naps and teatimes rule everything, and a party that finishes before the afternoon slump tends to end on a high.
A kids party magician in Nottingham for older children
By eight or nine, children want to be properly fooled. They'll shout out guesses, check the magician's sleeves and demand to see it again. Our entertainers for older children lean into that, with more mind-reading and fewer puppets.
Tell us the age and roughly how many are coming. We'll suggest someone who suits that crowd.
Keep in mind that tweens can be self-conscious. Some would rather watch than volunteer, and a good entertainer knows not to push. The birthday child often gets the big moment, but only if they want it.
How booking works
Fill in the quote form with your date, the venue postcode and the age group. A real person comes back to you, usually the same day.
If it all looks right, you confirm. If not, no hard feelings and no charge.
Weekend afternoons are the most popular slots across Nottingham, so the earlier you ask the better. If your date is already taken, we'll tell you straight away and suggest nearby times.