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Make a wish for a birthday to remember at the Columbia Marionette Theatre. Birthday parties are available each Saturday at 10 AM or 2 PM. Choose one of our four uniquely themed areas for your perfect birthday celebration. Our party areas are also great for daycares, preschools, church groups, sports teams, or scout troupes to celebrate special occasions!

 

Medieval Castle

Dino Park

 

Land of Oz

 

Undersea Kingdom

10 AM : For the morning show: you arrive at 9:45 (not before please), your guests arrive at 10 AM, party until 11 AM when the show begins. Everything wraps up by noon.

2 PM: For the afternoon show: you arrive at 1:45 (not before please), your guests arrive at 2 PM, party until 3 PM when the show begins. Everything wraps up by 4 PM.

All of the Columbia Marionette Birthdays include:

  • The use of a colorful birthday party area for two hours
  • Fun-filled puppet show. (birthday parties have priority seating for our mainstage performance)
  • A copy of a specially designed birthday invitation for your use. (upon request)
  • Freezer/Refrigerator available.

Cost/Payment

  • A $35 non-refundable reservation fee is required -- you may mail or drop off your check or cash.
  • If your reservation fee is not received, we reserve the right to cancel your reservation.
  • In addition to the $35 reservation fee, birthday parties cost $4 per child the day of the show. Adults are free.
  • The balance is due the day of the party.
  • We have a 6-child minimum (this means if only four children come, we ask that you still pay for six.)

Other Important Information

  • Each area sits 25-30 children and includes one 8-foot table and one 6-foot table, as well as eight benches for the children and chairs for the adults. All areas are the same size.
  • Party givers provide all food and drinks, plates, cups, utensils, etc. Lighted candles are permitted.
  • If you bring ice cream, we have a freezer that can temporarily store it for you.
  • Please do not bring noisemakers, confetti, silly string, glitter, pinatas, gum or popcorn or affix anything to the walls by any means.
  • Please remember that while this is your child's birthday or celebration, the puppet show they are seeing is a theatrical performance. Your help in training proper theatre etiquette is appreciated.
  • Entertainment Guide coupons and other special passes or coupons are not valid for birthday parties.

Booking

If you would like to book a birthday party, call 803-252-7366 with the following information:

  • date and time requested (10 AM or 2 PM)
  • area requested (Land of Oz, Dino Park, Undersea Kingdom or Medieval Castle)
  • your full name
  • child's name and age
  • mailing address with zip code
  • daytime phone number with area code
  • evening phone number with area code