Top Birthday Party Entertainers in Christchurch

Party planning? We’ve found the best birthday party entertainers in Christchurch.

From ever-popular fairies and balloon artists to science experiments, music and character meet-and-greets, these children’s birthday party entertainers are sure to add magic to your little one’s big day.

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Birthday party entertainers:

Crowntastic Events

A woman dressed as Belle from Beauty and the Beast hugs a child at a party

Offering four innovative birthday party packages, Crowntastic Events strives to spark imagination and deliver an experience that is both magical and memorable. From character entertainment to face painting, pamper packages and messy play or crafting, those in Christchurch and surrounding areas can count on Crowntastic Events to exceed your expectations.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 027 8654 294

www.crowntastic.co.nz

Strawberry Fairy

Giant bubbles, face-painting and children’s entertainment are Strawberry Fairy’s forté. Offering plenty of fun and games that guarantee to keep kiddos entertained, Sophie Chang’s array of sparkly costumes is not the only magic she’ll bring to the party.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0284093958

Lily Peas Blossom

Well-known in the world of birthday party entertainers in Christchurch, Lily Peas Blossom is a seasoned fairy who offers various party packages to suit all ages. Whether it’s a giant bubble station, whimsical games or fairy door-making, little ones will love everything Lily Peas has to offer. Packages start from $220.

Email: [email protected]

www.facebook.com/lilypeasblossom

Fairy Dewberry

A fairy birthday party entertainer poses for a picture with the birthday girl.

Often working alongside Lily Peas Blossom at many magical community events around Christchurch, Fairy Dewberry offers a party package that will delight any fairy-loving toddler or tween! One-hour packages start from $200, including fun games and face painting or opt for 90 minutes for $250 or two hours for $300. Each birthday child will be gifted a unique pair of wings, a wand and a flower crown.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0297707091

www.facebook.com/fairydewberry

Beyond The Faerie Tree

Faeries Snowdrop and Rainbowlily have a genuine passion for making children feel special on their birthdays. Dreaming up packages “suitable for little faeries and pixies aged around 4 years and over”, these birthday party entertainers are happy to ‘flutter’ to Rangiora, Christchurch, Rolleston, Oxford, Ohoka, Kaiapoi, Woodend, Lincoln, West Melton, Darfield, Springfield, Pegasus and most places between and beyond. Choose from four enchanting options which range from a faeiry visit to the full works, face-painting or a special treasure drop delivery.

Email: [email protected]

www.beyondthefaerietree.co.nz

Melanie Poppins

If you’re searching for a birthday party entertainer who does it all – Melanie Poppins won’t disappoint. Available for parties throughout the week, a 1.5-hour package will cost $400 and include a magic show, face-painting, bubbles, music, a cuddle with Harry Potter the Lop-Eared Rabbit and more.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 021317155

www.melaniepoppins.co.nz

Nanogirl

On a mission to “give all young people a chance to be blown away by Science and Engineering,” a party with Nanogirl is hands-on, engaging and explosive (literally!). Choose between a bubble (from $280), slime (from $320) or indoor fireworks (from $320) party package, with each designed to delight guests and create an unforgettable birthday experience! Nanogirl can also offer free party invitations and supply goodie bags or party favours if you wish.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 98863310

www.nanogirl.co

Lolytwist

Bringing a world of colour and creativity to any event, Lolytwist‘s team of highly skilled and talented artists will leave a lasting impression. Whether you opt for face painting or balloon animals, Lolytwist’s creations are sure to go down a storm with party guests time and again.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 027 320 2304

www.facebook.com/lolytwist

Shad Rutherford

A highly experienced entertainer, Shad Rutherford offers a 30 or 45-minute performance that will keep kids captivated. Performing a mix of magic, juggling and balloon twisting, Shad also offers a special experience for the birthday child that includes a giant balloon hat and leading the “Happy Birthday” song.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0274 963 746

www.entertainer.co.nz

Alice in Dino-Land

With plenty of packages to choose from, Alice in Dino-Land is a one-of-a-kind children’s birthday party entertainer here in Christchurch. Recently expanding their offerings to include realistic baby dinosaur puppets, choose from a 30-minute meet and greet with these baby dinos ($80), a ‘Roarsome’ one-hour package that also includes lots of games and dinosaur-themed activities ($250) and many more that are sure to exceed your dino-obsessed little’s expectations.

Phone: 027 363 3989

www.alicesn84.wixsite.com/alice-in-dino-land

Pitter Patter Dance Parties

Choose from six popular themes for your little groover’s next birthday party and watch as they are delighted by a 50-minute dance-based session that requires minimal setup time, and is available in Christchurch-wide. With prices starting from $199, tiny guests can enjoy dancing games and adventures, stories, props, photo opportunities and small take-home gifts. Pitter Patter‘s themes include Mermaid, Fairy, Popstar, Pirates, Princess and Superhero.

Email:  [email protected]
Phone: 027 845 5521

www.pitterpatterdance.co.nz

Birthday party entertainer, Music with Michal playing her guitar

Music with Michal

If you have been to one of her music classes, you’ll know why Michal has been crowned ‘Best Children’s Artist’ at the 2022 NZ Children’s Music Awards. Available to book for shows and events, Michal will have the whole guest list singing and dancing to her one-of-a-kind songs. Prices start from $500.

Email: [email protected]

www.musicwithmichal.com

Periwinkle Leeston

If you have ever had the pleasure of visiting Periwinkle in Leeston, you’ll have a good idea of the whimsy that awaits your child’s next birthday. Choose from a fairy, princess or unicorn-themed party, and let these talented birthday party entertainers take the lead in creating an enchanting day for your guests. Choose from activities and crafts, face painting and access to their costume wardrobe full of fairy, princess and pirate dress-ups. Packages start from $280 for 2.5 hours and up to 8 children, including venue hire, theming and Periwinkle party host dressed to your theme.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 27 274 6214

www.periwinkle.co.nz

Funtime Parties

Funtime‘s birthday party entertainers take on several aliases to suit any birthday celebration. Whether it’s Yin and Yang the Ninjas, Sparkles and Glitter the fairies, Bubbles and Squeak the clowns or Zig and Zag the alien duo, you can expect magic, games, balloons, puppets, prizes and plenty of fun.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 027 585 6637

www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086169747585

Featured image credited to Crowntastic Events, image #1 credited to Crowntastic Events, image #2 credited to Fairy Dewberry via Facebook, image #3 credited to Music with Michal via Facebook
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Lexi Davey

New to Christchurch with two kids and a dog, founder of nook, Lexi, has been hunting for family-friendly activities and unique things to do in the city since moving from Hong Kong in 2022. Finding herself endlessly Googling the same old articles, only to come up empty-handed, Lexi wanted to create a platform where parents across New Zealand could scroll with their morning coffee and be inspired to get out and explore (toddlers in tow).

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