Private Party ideas

Planning something special? A private party is your blank canvas — choose your theme, pick your entertainment, and create an unforgettable experience.

Private Party planning tips

Every great Private Party starts with a spark of inspiration. Discover fresh ideas and expert advice to help you plan with confidence and creativity.

How to Plan a Baby Shower to Welcome a Sweet New Arrival

Welcoming a new baby into the world is an exciting time in every parent's life! A baby shower is the perfect way to celebrate the new addition while helping the moms and dads-to-be gather everything they need. We have some sweet baby shower ideas to help you plan the perfect party.

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A Rainbow of Unique Color Party Ideas

Color theme parties are a trend that has become increasingly popular in recent years. Whether you're throwing a big birthday bash or just a quiet gathering with friends, this simple theme is easy to execute and creates a lot of beautiful photo opportunities. So, choose your colors and get started with these unique color party ideas.

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Special Reasons to Throw a Party This Year

There’s always a good reason to throw a party for your family and friends. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, promotion, or just because you miss one another — don’t overlook any opportunity to celebrate. We know the idea of party planning can be overwhelming, but that's why we're here! GigSalad has plenty of ideas to help so you don't miss a single special moment.

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9 Special Mother's Day Experiences to Give Instead of Gifts

Rather than scrambling for the perfect Mother's Day gift this year, give the mom in your life something she truly wants — quality time with her favorite people! The gift of an experience will leave her with an amazing day to look back on, rather than another generic gift like jewelry or coffee mugs. We have some great ideas for Mother's Day experience gifts that are all about making memories.

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How to Host a House Concert That Rocks

As social creatures, we naturally gather with friends and family for celebrations, traditions, and shared interests. These gatherings build strong communities, which is why house concerts are becoming more popular. By hosting a house concert, you create an intimate space for music lovers and support DIY singer-songwriters. If you're planning to host, you're doing a great service for performers, and we're here to help.

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Hosting a Private Party
Hosting a private party can be a lot of pressure. A lot of love and careful planning goes into making an event a success, so it's important to start early to get the best of the best. Here are some tips to help you put on the party of the year.
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10 Perfect Ideas for Retirement Home Entertainment

Taking care of our elderly is one of the most important jobs that our society has. These wonderful people have lived some amazing lives! We owe it to them to lend a hand, share a laugh, or even just listen to their stories. If you're lucky enough to work in a retirement home or assisted living facility, then you know how much these spunky folks love to participate in activities! It can be tough to think of something unexpected, but we have some great ideas for your retirement home entertainment.

Engaging Senior Living Activities and Entertainment for All Residents

Planning senior activities that feel lively, meaningful, and fresh can improve quality of life through creating opportunities for deeper connection and fun. With the right mix of movement, creativity, and learning, you can turn any day into a mini celebration. Whether you’re building community, boosting wellness, or simply sprinkling a little extra joy into the week, these ideas offer something for every personality and energy level.

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Featured booking options for Columbus, OH events:

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Buckeye 911 Family Entertainment

4.94 (25)
Top Performer
65 Verified bookings

  • Grove City, OH
  • Balloon Twister
  • Contact for pricing

Emily S. said “We had Steve as a balloon twister for our carnival in a senior living community, and he was a hit! Everyone loved his creations! I would definitely recommend him for parties and events! ”
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Ron Spangler Magic

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Magician
  • Contact for pricing

Trina R. said “We hired Ron for our Corporate regional meeting in Columbus Ohio. He came to the restaurant and performed for us during happy hour prior to dinner . He was fantastic!!! The content of the show is...”
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Tim Tolber Music & Entertainment

5.0 (55)
Top Performer
64 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Saxophone Player
  • Starts at $200

Jenna C. said “Throughout the whole process of organizing Tim to perform at our wedding, he was so responsive and helpful along the way. He showed up promptly to our event and played beautiful music during our...”
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Shake Rattle & Roll Pianos - Midwest

4.89 (36)
Top Performer
66 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Dueling Pianos
  • Starts at $200

Kelsey S. said “Holy cow! These guys are AWESOME!! The crowd participation was amazing and the energy throughout the restaurant was felt all night long. We had multiple comments on how fun the pianos were and we will...”

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