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 of our current production
- Clean up following the show
How Our Parties Work:
- Parties can be booked for any Saturday at either 10:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m.
- 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 (minimum of 6 children)
- Adults and children under 2 are admitted at no charge
- The $75 reservation fee must be received no later than one week before the party date
- 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 are permitted
- Noisemakers, confetti, Silly String, glitter, piñatas, or gum
- Nothing should be affixed to the party area walls
- No running allowed 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 are subject to availability and fill up quickly!
Email us at birthdays@cmtpuppet.org
or mail to: Birthdays c/o CMT, 401 Laurel St. Columbia, SC 29201
Important: 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.
