Celebrating a birthday — or any special occasion — at the puppet theatre will be a party your child or group will never forget! Daycares, preschools, church groups, sports teams and scout troops are also welcome. We have 4 themed party areas to choose from:
Undersea Kingdom
Dino Park
Land of Oz
Medieval Castle
All Columbia Marionette Theatre Parties Include:
- The use of a themed party area for two hours
- A special gift for the honoree courtesy of the Theatre
- Priority seating for child guests during the performance
- Clean up following the show
How Our Parties Work:
- 10:00 a.m. parties: Doors open at 9:45 a.m. Ask your guests to arrive at 10:00 a.m. Your personal party lasts until 11:00 a.m. when the puppet show begins. Everything should wrap up by noon
- 2:00 p.m. parties: Doors open at 1:45 p.m. Ask your guests to arrive at 2:00 p.m. Your personal party lasts until 3:00 p.m. when the puppet show begins. Everything should wrap up by 4:00 p.m.
Pricing
- $75 non-refundable reservation fee + $9 per child (6 minimum)
- Adults and children under 2 are free
- The $75 reservation fee must be received no later than one week before the party dated
- For multiple birthday children: add $20 per additional child (includes extra gift and reserved seating)
Important Party Information
What You Need to Know
Please Do Not Bring:
- Each party area seats 25-30 children and includes one 12ft picnic-style table and an additional table for food and/or gifts
- You are expected to provide all food, drinks, plates, cups, utensils, etc.
- Lighted birthday candles permitted
- Noisemakers, confetti, glitter, piñatas, gum
- Nothing should be affixed to the party area walls
- No running in the theater at any time
- Please clear tables and put all trash in the provided trash cans after the party
- Entertainment Guide coupons and other special passes are not valid for parties
- Please remember that while this is your party, the puppet show is a theatrical performance. Your help in having children demonstrate proper theater etiquette is appreciated
Ready to Book Your Party?
Party areas fill quickly!
Email: birthdays@cmtpuppet.org
Mail: Birthdays c/o CMT, 401 Laurel St. Columbia, SC 29201
Email Us to BookImportant: Our parties are in high demand. If your contract and reservation fee are not received by the due date, we reserve the right to cancel the reservation.