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Vancouver Character Events

Coquitlam, BC

$288 and up

Travels up to 32 miles

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Overview

Vancouver Character Events provides premium character entertainment for birthdays, schools, daycares, festivals, malls, and corporate events.

We offer princesses, superheroes, mascots, mermaids, pirates, holiday characters, and specialty experiences, including Harvey, our 13-foot animatronic-style dinosaur. Our trained performers lead games, stories, music, activities, meet-and-greets, and photo moments that keep kids engaged from start to finish. Clients book us for polished costumes, reliable communication, high-energy performers, and unforgettable interactive, immersive experiences that feel bigger than a typical party visit!


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Booking information

Price range: $288 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 90 minutes

What to expect

When you book Vancouver Character Events, you can expect:

• Professional performers who arrive prepared, in costume, and ready to entertain

• Character-focused experiences designed around the theme of your event

• Activities that may include storytelling, games, music, dancing, photos, meet-and-greets, and interactive character moments

• Events tailored to the age group, setting, and type of celebration

• Warm, engaging performers who know how to connect with children and keep guests involved

• Clear communication before the event so we understand the location, schedule, group size, and any special requests

• A smooth experience for parents, schools, event planners, and businesses

• Thoughtful details that help each visit feel unique, polished, and memorable

Whether you are booking a birthday party, school visit, festival, mall activation, corporate event, or community celebration, our goal is to make the experience easy for the host and magical for the guests.

About

Vancouver Character Events was created with one simple goal: to make children’s events feel truly magical from the moment our performers arrive. We specialize in high-quality princesses, superheroes, mascots, mermaids, pirates, holiday characters, unique specialty experiences and animatronic experiences for birthdays, schools, daycares, community events, corporate events, festivals, and private celebrations.

Our team focuses on more than just costumes. We create interactive experiences filled with storytelling, games, music, photos, character-led activities, and memorable moments that feel personal to each event. Every performer is selected for their energy, professionalism, and ability to connect with children in a warm, engaging, and believable way.

We believe great character entertainment should feel polished, organized, and easy for families and event planners. From the first message to the final goodbye, we aim to make the booking process smooth and the event itself unforgettable.

Whether you are planning a small birthday party, a school visit, a mall activation, or a large community celebration, Vancouver Character Events brings the imagination, excitement, and professionalism needed to make your event stand out.

Additional booking notes

Our technical requirements depend on the type of event, venue, and character experience booked, but most birthday parties and standard character visits require very little setup.

General requirements:

• A clean, safe performance area with enough space for the character to interact with guests

• A private space for performers to change or prepare before entering, when possible

• Easy access to the event location for loading in costumes, props, or specialty equipment

• Nearby parking or loading access, especially for larger events, mascot appearances, or animatronic experiences

• A shaded or covered area for outdoor events during hot weather, rain, or strong sun

• A level, dry surface for performances, activities, photos, and guest interaction

• Adult supervision for children during the event

Sound and music:

• For small birthday parties, we can usually perform without a large sound system

• For larger groups, school events, festivals, malls, or corporate events, a microphone and speaker system may be required

• If music or announcements are part of the event, access to power or a suitable sound setup may be needed

Lighting and staging:

• Most character visits do not require professional lighting or staging

• For stage shows, mall events, festivals, or large public events, a clear stage or marked performance area is preferred

• Good general lighting is recommended for photos and guest interaction

Animatronic and specialty experiences:

• Animatronic experiences require additional space, a clear entrance path, and a safe performance area

• Stairs, narrow hallways, tight turns, low ceilings, uneven ground, and crowded pathways may limit access

• Outdoor animatronic experiences require suitable weather conditions and a dry, level surface

• Crowd control may be required for larger public events to keep guests at a safe distance during entrances, exits, and photo opportunities

Before the event, we will confirm any specific technical needs based on the character, package, venue, and expected number of guests. Our goal is to keep setup simple while making sure the experience is safe, smooth, and enjoyable for everyone.

Set list

Our set list depends on the character, event type, and package booked. Vancouver Character Events is primarily an interactive character entertainment company, so our performances are usually built around themed activities, storytelling, games, character interaction, photos, and special moments rather than a fixed musical set list.

For standard character visits, music may be used for dance games, sing-alongs, entrances, background atmosphere, or themed party activities. The exact songs and activities are chosen based on the character, age group, and style of event.

For holiday bookings, caroling, or seasonal entertainment, we can include a more traditional music-based format with festive songs, sing-alongs, and interactive holiday moments. The set list can be adjusted depending on the venue, audience, and tone of the event.

For larger events, festivals, schools, malls, or corporate activations, we can also customize the performance flow to include a mix of meet-and-greets, photo opportunities, announcements, music, dancing, themed games, and crowd interaction.

Because each experience is tailored to the character and event, we do not use one universal set list. We are happy to build the entertainment around the theme, audience, and event goals.

Influences and inspiration

Our biggest influences come from live theatre, children’s storytelling, theme park-style character entertainment, and immersive event experiences. We are inspired by performers who can make a room feel different the moment they walk in, whether that is through strong character work, warm interaction, comedy, music, movement, or thoughtful details.

We are also influenced by classic fairytales, superhero adventures, fantasy stories, holiday traditions, and the kinds of characters children naturally connect with. Our goal is not just to appear in costume, but to create a believable and engaging experience that feels connected to the world of each character.

Many of our performers come from backgrounds in acting, dance, music, martial arts, children’s programming, and live entertainment. Those influences help shape the way we design our events, from royal storytelling and themed games to hero training, mascot appearances, mermaid and pirate adventures, and animatronic experiences.

Overall, we are influenced by entertainment that feels personal, polished, interactive, and full of imagination.

Setup requirements

Animatronic experiences require venues large enough to host and an area to unload our 6X10 travel trailer