• Professional disco entertainer
• PA System
• Spectacular disco lights
• Microphones for the children
• Latest TOP 40 music, with lots of song requests!
• Tattoos and lollies
• Prizes (optional extra)

I’m scared my child will think the party is too babyish.

Please rest assured we do not play young party games or boss the children around with our Teen Discos. The entertainers take a more laid-back approach with a looser disco structure and ensure all the songs and games played are at the total discretion of the birthday person plus their friends. We find these parties are a great success & always run smoothly as the children are usually quite vocal with what songs and activities they like.

Can I give you specific instructions on how my child wants the party to run?

Of course, we want your child to have the best party ever. We always welcome lots of suggestions; it assists with the entertainer’s structure as they will know exactly what your child wants.

Is this party suitable for boys and girls? 

It is! We always tailor the party to suit the age, gender and musical interests of the children attending your party. Therefore, if there are a lot of boys we will alter the style of the party to suit, same applies if there are all girls, mixed ages, etc.

How big does the room need to be?

We don’t need a massive space. Depending on the number of children, usually a lounge room or single to double car garage size is big enough. Contrary to what you may think, big halls don’t seem to work as well.

Can I have my party outdoors?

We do prefer indoor parties, that way the disco lights have a better affect. We also find that outdoor parties don’t seem to work as well as indoor parties. Reason being is that swing sets and trampolines can cause a distraction, therefore it’s best to limit activity on these items during the party or make the area ‘out-of-bounds’. We do however recommend the food break be outside. This is when things can get a bit messy, therefore outdoors is ideal. If you really want to have your event outdoors, we do have some regulations to comply with for our Public Liability Insurance. We cannot set up on grass as all electrical cords must be taped down and both the equipment and children must be undercover. If your event is during the day, all the children need to wear hats, sunscreen and have regular drink breaks. But always have a wet weather plan if your event is outdoors.

What time will the entertainer arrive?

Your entertainer will arrive 30 minutes prior to the scheduled party start time (this is with an allocated car spot or parking within 20 meters from the venue). This gives them adequate time to meet yourself and the birthday child and set up the equipment to be ready to go on time. This also gives you an opportunity to ask questions, give any song requests or discuss any special requirements if necessary.

When do the children have a food break?

We stop 45 minutes in for the kids to have a 15-minute food break for our 2hr or 1.5hr discos and the entertainer will use this time to put tattoos on the children. If the children have eaten beforehand or will eat after, we still need to give them a drink break. For the 1-hour disco, it’s best to leave the food break till after we leave.

When do we do the birthday cake?

We sing Happy Birthday and cut the birthday cake 10 minutes before the end of the disco. Then we take the children back to the dance floor for one final song so you can cut the cake without all the children around you! If you are having a 1-hour party it is best to do the cake after the disco has ended. In this case the entertainer can still gather the children around the cake to sing Happy Birthday.

How many children should I invite?

We suggest 15 – 30 children are the ideal number to create a disco party atmosphere. However, we can do parties with less or more.

Do I need to provide anything for the entertainer?

The Entertainer will need an allocated car spot. For the disco set up, all the entertainers will need is a small table near a power point to plug in their equipment.

Do I need to do anything during the party?

The only thing you will need to do is ensure the food is ready for the break. The entertainer will arrange the children around the table, assist on serving the food and help with drinks.

Are the entertainers ‘screened’?

Yes, all the staff and entertainers of Bop till you Drop have been approved with the ‘Working with Children Check’.

Do I need to provide a parking spot for the entertainer?

Yes. Your entertainer will need an allocated parking spot as close to your house/venue as possible. There is a lot of heavy equipment to unload (and reload), and we want the disco to run as smoothly as possible and on time. Please note you will need to pay for parking should free parking not be available. Also, please ensure you give the office clear directions on exactly where your house/venue is located. It is also a great idea to stick a balloon on your front gate.

What if someone hurts themselves, are you insured?

Bop till you Drop has $20 million dollars Public Liability Insurance. We are happy to provide you with our Certificate of Currency should you require it for hall bookings, this way you will not have to pay extra for insurance.

What decorations do I need?

We provide two fantastic disco lights; these are effective in creating a spectacular disco atmosphere. Feel free to put any other form of decorations, however, please avoid free floating balloons, they are a big distraction. If you really love balloons and streamers, it is best to stick them to the wall. Also avoid chairs in the disco space, the children will be dancing and can sometimes feel self-conscious if adults are sitting and watching, especially in the beginning of a party.

Will the children participate in the disco the whole time? Should I hire a face painter or jumping castle as well?

You really don’t need any other entertainment taking place at the same time as the disco. Children love the disco and will benefit from all the structured activities alone. Should you really want face painters or jumping castles, its best to schedule them before or after the disco.