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🌟 What Makes the Best Children’s Party Entertainer? Parents Spoke, and Here’s What They Said!
- Keren Enright
- Sep 2, 2025
- 4 min read
When you hire a children’s party entertainer, you want someone who can wow the kids, stay in character, and keep the fun flowing—but that’s not all.
Last month, I ran a poll on Facebook asking parents: “What matters most when booking a children’s entertainer?” (see below 🎉).
The overwhelming answer? All of the above! Parents want performers who not only bring characters to life but also show up on time, are friendly, bubbly, and reliable.
So today, let’s shine the spotlight on two of Christchurch’s most loved entertainers, (and Entertain the Children's premium members) who tick every box:
Pixie Paints and Enchanted Birthdays & Events. I sent them a fun questionnaire to give you a peek into their magical worlds.
🎨 Meet Pixie Paints – Performer by Nature
Pixie Paints is more than just a name—it’s an experience. With her colourful, cheeky, and creative lineup of original characters, she transforms parties into a world of imagination.
Character Lineup:
Pixie Paints: The original rainbow pixie, head-to-toe in colours.
Pixie Pirate 🦜: The friendliest captain on the seas, joined by her parrot Polly.
Pixie Pearl : A sparkling, whimsical queen who shines like a disco ball.
Custom Characters: All of Pixie’s characters are original and full of personality. She’s cheeky and playful as Pixie Paints, silly and bold as Pirate Pixie, and magical and charming as Pixie Pearl.
“I love that face painting always keeps me learning—there are always new skills to add to my repertoire!”
Pixie Paints - Childrens' Party Entertainer in Christchurch, NZ
Why Parents Love Her:
Customizable themes and original characters
Soon-to-launch party packages for stress-free planning
Engaging for all ages thanks to her authentic, bubbly personality
Her favourite role? Pixie Pirate 🦜, because she gets to be extra silly and playful—exactly what kids love!
Extra Magic:
Custom themes available 🎉
Party packages launching soon for stress-free celebrations
Engages with kids of all ages by being genuine, authentic, and FUN
Next up we have....
✨ Enchanted Birthdays & Events – Magic, Memories & Make-Believe
When it comes to variety, Enchanted Birthdays & Events truly has it all. From princesses to superheroes, they’re known for bringing just about any character to life—making sure every child’s dream is possible.
✨ Character Lineup Includes:
Classic princesses: Elsa, Anna, Rapunzel, Belle, Aurora, Cinderella, Tiana, Snow White
Storybook favourites: Ariel the Little Mermaid, Tinkerbell, Minions
Action heroes: Batman, Batwoman, Pirates
Special requests: Mel from Descendants, Emma Wiggle, and more—if a child asks, they’ll try to make it happen!
But the real star is their custom fairy character, Poppy Dewdrop. Poppy has been loved for years in Christchurch, especially during the days of the Christchurch Faerie Circle. She brought magic to countless council events, visited the children’s cancer ward to share stories and crafts, and created unforgettable experiences with necklaces and wishing stones. Though the faerie circle has since quietened, Poppy still flutters into parties bringing joy, sparkle, and imagination.
❤️ Performer Favourite: “My heart belongs to Poppy Dewdrop. She lets me be my magical self without needing a script. Kids ask me where I live, if I can fly, and I get to share stories about earning my fairy wings. Their faces absolutely light up when I bring out the faerie dust—sprinkled with glow-in-the-dark magic so they can make wishes at home.”
Poppy even teaches kids a special bedtime wish ritual:
“Hold the faerie dust, say this line aloud—‘Please give me dreams about mermaids, unicorns, faeries (and wizards and dragons too!)’. Pop it under your pillow, keep your room tidy, and in a few weeks… it just might come true.”
🌟 Popular Picks:
While Elsa is still the top-requested princess, fairies (especially Poppy), Rapunzel, Ariel, and Belle continue to delight. Requests often reflect the latest movie releases—but no matter the weather (from 31°C heat to -2°C frosty mornings!), these characters show up to keep the magic alive.
✨ Memorable Moments: From parties where parents insist on offering rosé all day 🍷, to farmers’ gatherings where skeptical grandads end up laughing in amazement at her magic tricks, Enchanted Birthdays has a story for every occasion.
🎉 Beyond Characters – Extra Magic:
Most characters can also do face painting, games, and activities
Hand-made party gifts in the child’s favourite colours
Creative add-ons like treasure hunts, magic tricks, and craft stations
Parties for all ages—from 4-year-old birthdays to a 40th treasure hunt (this time for shots!)
Themed stations at bigger parties: nail painting, jewellery beading, face painting, tattoos, makeup, even Cinderella’s shoe treasure hunt
Their largest party? A 5th birthday with multiple character stations, activities, and an entire day of magic. Every child left with a smile, and parents loved that everything was taken care of.
🌈 Why Parents Love Enchanted Birthdays: Because they don’t just send a character in costume—they create a whole magical experience, tailored to each family. From small backyard birthdays to big community events, their flexibility, creativity, and heart make them a Christchurch favourite.
💫 The Magic Ingredient: “All of the Above”
Parents are right—a truly great children’s entertainer is more than just a costume. They’re reliable, fun, engaging, and professional while bringing magic to life.
Both Pixie Paints and Enchanted Birthdays & Events show why they’re some of Christchurch’s best-loved entertainers—they’ve mastered the art of being “all of the above.”
By: Entertain the children (Keren)
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