Glow Birthday Dance Parties FAQs – Sydney For the easiest birthday party ever!

Can we do a Glow Party outdoors?
We do prefer indoor parties, that way the disco lights & glow effects have a better affect. We also recommend having the party in the evening for this same reason, or if its during the day all natural light will need to be blocked out. 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 is 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 as 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 decorations do I need?

We provide two fantastic disco lights and everything you need for the GLOW! These combined are really effective in creating a spectacular glowing party atmosphere. Feel free to put any other form of decorations, however please keep in mind you may not be able to see them in the dark unless they are glowing decorations.

Do I need to pay a deposit?

Yes, a $200 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your event at the time of booking.

Is this party suitable for boys and girls?

Yes, the songs and games we do are not gender specific at all. We always tailor the party to suit the age, gender and musical interests of the kids 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 teens, usually a lounge room or single to double car garage size is big enough. Contrary to what you may think, really big halls don’t seem to work as well.

How many children should I invite?

We suggest 20 – 30 children is the ideal number to create a disco party atmosphere. However we can do parties with less or more, we will always cater the disco to make sure all the children are engaged and having fun.

What time will the entertainer arrive?

Your entertainer will arrive 45 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 also 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 teens have a food break?

We always give the teens a 15 minute food break in the middle of a 2hr disco (don’t worry we will keep the music going!). If the teens have eaten beforehand or will eat after, we still need to give them a quick drink break.

Do I need to provide anything for the entertainer?

The Entertainer will need an allocated car spot. For the disco set up, all the entertainer 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.