Once Upon A Party

02/22/2025

Okay, okay, I admit it. I might have slightly overdone it with the cold this time. 😅 Anyone need a warm hug? (Or maybe a fire pit?)

02/04/2025

💚🩷Pink goes good with Green!💚🩷

Our two newest characters are ready for booking beginning in March with their debut at Aquillbella Boutique on March 1st! (Check out their page for event/ticket details) Message us to book your party/event with these witches!

02/01/2025

🚨 CASTING CALL! 🚨

Do you love making magic? ✨

Once Upon A Party is searching for enthusiastic performers to bring our enchanting characters to life! We're hiring for a variety of roles including princesses, superheroes and mascot performers, and if you have a passion for entertaining children and creating unforgettable memories, we want YOU!

Our Character Performer positions are PAID, starting at $25 per performing hour! If you're energetic, detail-oriented, and love spreading joy, apply today! 👇

https://form.jotform.com/onceuponaparty/performer-application-form

01/31/2025

Happy ! Look at this delicious one from our friends at Port Farms! Make sure and grab one this weekend during Groundhog’s Winter Fest!

Happy ! Grab a Winter’s Hot Chocolate this weekend at Groundhog’s Winter Fest! We’ll also have a Hot Cocoa bar where you can build your own! ☕️ 🍫

01/27/2025

✨ Let It Go... with Chocolate Cake! ✨

Happy National Chocolate Cake Day! 🎂 To celebrate, we're dreaming of a wintery wonderland with our Snow Princess! ❄️

Imagine a birthday party fit for a queen (or a fearless sister!), complete with:

❄️A themed cake from the amazing Creative: Of course! Maybe a shimmering ice castle cake or a delicious chocolate rendition of her best snowman friend.

❄️Snowflake decorations from our friends at Rubber Ducky Balloon Designs: Transform your party space with shimmering snowflake ballon backdrops and icy blue accents.

❄️Her signature look: Encourage guests to dress in their best winter attire, perhaps with some braided hair or add on Facepainting from the incomparable Taradoodles!

Let Once Upon A Party help you plan an unforgettable celebration!

❄️ Book your party today!

01/04/2025

💚🩷🎶Popular….We’re going to be Popular!🎶🩷💚

Who is excited for our new character additions???? It’s going to be a BIG year of new surprises, packages and offerings here at Once Upon A Party and we can’t wait!

01/01/2025

✨ Cheers to a Magical 2024! ✨

We're bursting with gratitude for all our amazing customers and partners who brought the magic of our characters to life this year! 🎉 Your support has meant the world to us, and we're so thankful for each and every party, event, and smile we helped create.

2024 was a year of incredible growth, and we can't wait to share all the exciting things we have planned for 2025! Stay tuned for some ✨magical✨ announcements coming soon. 😉

Share your favorite memories with us below!

12/31/2024

Excited for the beach ball drop at Splash Lagoon tonight at midnight!!!

12/25/2024

🎄🎄That’s a wrap on Christmas 2024! Santa Visits are done and we are getting ready for a rest!!🎄🎄

Share your photos of your little ones with our Christmas characters below- we LOVE to see them!!

And if you are looking for Santa and the Grinch for next year- message us! We already have dates that are full for 2025.

Thank You everyone for a magical season❤️💚

12/18/2024

This is it- the final countdown! We are almost completely FULL for Santa Visits and have already started to fill our calendar for NEXT Christmas!!

🎄🎄If you have an outstanding invoice- please make sure that it is paid within 24hrs to ensure your spot is held. 🎄🎄

This is your chance to create unforgettable memories with your loved ones! Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to meet Santa in a cozy evening setting.

Here is what is left of our limited availability- this is IT, no more will be added!

December 21st from 2-5:00pm (2 spots left)
December 22nd from 10-2:00pm (1 spot left)
December 24th from 10-2:00pm (2 spots left)
December 24th from 6-9:00pm (1 spot left)

For details and to book your visit simply fill out the form below!!

Santa Visit Request:
form.jotform.com/24288645444316

12/08/2024

Get ready for holiday magic with our exclusive Santa visits – spots are filling up fast, so book yours today!

Get ready for the holiday magic because we’ve just added a few times and dates PLUS Christmas Eve EVENING visits for Santa, thanks to your overwhelming requests! This is your chance to create unforgettable memories with your loved ones, but you’ll need to act fast – we have a limited number of spots available and once they’re gone, they’re gone! Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to meet Santa in a cozy evening setting; make sure to book your spot early and let the festivities begin!

Here is what is left of our limited availability- this is IT, no more will be added!
December 15th from 2-5:00pm (FULL)
December 18th from 6- 8:00pm (4 spots)
December 21st from 2-5:00pm (2 spots)
December 22nd from 10-2:00pm (OPEN)
December 24th from 10-2:00pm (3 spots)
December 24th from 6-9:00pm (1 spot)

For details and to book your visit simply fill out the form below!!

Santa Visit Request:
form.jotform.com/24288645444316

Looking to add some snark to your event??

Get ready to spice up your next event with our fabulous Grumpy Green friend! Whether you're planning a birthday bash or just want to add some sass to your gathering, our whimsical friend is here to steal the show. Perfect for both adults and kids, he brings a playful attitude that will have everyone laughing and having a blast!

We’re super excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for our midweek party planners! If you have an event coming up during the week, we’ve got a special treat just for you! With limited dates available, now is the perfect time to get your request in and let us help you make your celebration unforgettable! Don’t miss out on this amazing chance to elevate your party—because at Once Upon A Party, every event deserves a touch of magic!

While we’re all about bringing our holiday characters to life this month, don’t forget that our beloved princesses, mascot characters, and superheroes are still available to join the festivities! And guess what? Our adorable Blue Heeler is absolutely thrilled to don her elf hat this year! Join our fun-filled social media platforms to stay updated on exciting character appearances, exclusive offers, and festive surprises that will make your celebrations unforgettable!

Our January and February are almost FULL so book now before your date is gone!

Click here for an update from Once Upon A Party !

12/07/2024

🎅🏻🎅🏻We have had an overwhelming number of requests for Santa Visits and events this weekend. 🎅🏻🎅🏻

Because of this we have added a little bit of time on Christmas Eve as well as some time on December 21 and 22. These WILL fill so please make sure and pay your invoices ASAP to hold your spot!!

Available Spots are:

December 15th from 2-5:00pm (FULL)
December 18th from 6- 8:00pm (4 spots)
December 21st from 2-5:00pm (2 spots)
December 22nd from 10-2:00pm (OPEN)
December 24th from 10-2:00pm (3 spots)
December 24th from 6-9:00pm (1 spot)

*Please keep in mind that your spot is only held without payment for 24hrs. After that it will be released to the next in line- these fill up EVERY year due to popular demand*

Here are all of the options and details:

🎅Santa and Elf Visit🎅
🎄Santa and his elf will deliver an ornament custom made for us from Roxy’s Enchanted Creations and a treat from Lake Erie CandyCompany
🎄Take Pictures
🎄Have a Santa chat with your littles! (Visits are approximately 10-15min)
(Each visit comes with ONE ornament and treat but you are able to purchase additional as needed)
🎄Date options for these are:
December 15th from 2-5:00pm (FULL)
December 18th from 6- 8:00pm (4 spots)
December 21st from 2-5:00pm
December 22nd from 10-2:00pm

🎄Cost for these is $85🎄

🎅Christmas Eve Daytime Visit🎅
🎄Santa will deliver an ornament from Roxy’s Enchanted Creations and a treat from Lake Erie Candy Company
🎄Take pictures
🎄Have a Santa chat with your littles! (Visits are approximately 10-15min)
(Each visit comes with ONE ornament and treat but you are able to purchase additional as needed)
🎄Deliveries will be between 10:00am-2:00pm on December 24th

🎄Cost for these is $100🎄

🎅Christmas Eve NIGHT-TIME visit🎅
🎄Perfect for family get togethers
🎄Santa will deliver an ornament and treat (Additional available for purchase as needed)
🎄Take pictures and have a Santa chat
🎄We will only be offering FOUR of these spots and once they are filled- they are filled.

🎄Cost for these VERY limited visits is $250 and approximately 30min long. They will take place between 6-9:00pm on Christmas Eve🎄

What is the fine print?
Because of time constraints we can only deliver within 10-15 miles of the city of Erie. If we have a minimum of 3 inquiries for an area outside of that radius we can consider adding it as an option. Questions about your location? Message us and we will be happy to help!

I have a question...
Send us a message here and we will be happy to answer you!

Ready to book a Santa visit???
Fill out this form:
https://form.jotform.com/242886454443162

12/04/2024

This weather has us in all the feels this week! We have so much love for all of our small business and restaurant friends who lost a HUGE sales weekend last week. Please make sure to support all of them this and every month as you shop for gifts!

Even though we are not a brick and mortar store- last weekend and the impending storm coming in have had a huge impact on us as well.

Want to support us? Consider purchasing a gift card for an event or party in the future! Every gift card comes with a 20% off discount for your party or event and has no expiration date!

Stay Warm and safe and we can't wait to see you soon!

To purchase a gift card click below:
https://app.squareup.com/gift/9RNJVFN2QWS6W/order

11/17/2024

🎄IMPORTANT SANTA VISIT UPDATE🎄

December 15th from 2-5:00pm **FULL**
December 21st from 2-5:00pm **3 SPOTS LEFT**

Christmas Eve (Daytime)- 5 SPOTS LEFT
Christmas Eve (Night time)- 1 SPOT LEFT

*Please keep in mind that your spot is only held without payment for 24hrs. After that it will be released to the next in line- these fill up EVERY year due to popular demand*

Here are all of the options and details:

🎅Santa and Elf Visit🎅
🎄Santa and his elf will deliver an ornament custom made for us from Roxy’s Enchanted Creations and a treat from Lake Erie CandyCompany
🎄Take Pictures
🎄Have a Santa chat with your littles! (Visits are approximately 10-15min)
(Each visit comes with ONE ornament and treat but you are able to purchase additional as needed)
🎄Date options for these are:
December 15th from 2-5:00pm
December 21st from 2-5:00pm

🎄Cost for these is $85🎄

🎅Christmas Eve Daytime Visit🎅
🎄Santa will deliver an ornament from Roxy’s Enchanted Creations and a treat from Lake Erie Candy Company
🎄Take pictures
🎄Have a Santa chat with your littles! (Visits are approximately 10-15min)
(Each visit comes with ONE ornament and treat but you are able to purchase additional as needed)
🎄Deliveries will be between 10:00am-1:00pm on December 24th

🎄Cost for these is $100🎄

🎅Christmas Eve NIGHT-TIME visit🎅
🎄Perfect for family get togethers
🎄Santa will deliver an ornament and treat (Additional available for purchase as needed)
🎄Take pictures and have a Santa chat
🎄We will only be offering FOUR of these spots and once they are filled- they are filled.

🎄Cost for these VERY limited visits is $250 and approximately 30min long. They will take place between 6-9:00pm on Christmas Eve🎄

What is the fine print?
Because of time constraints we can only deliver within 10-15 miles of the city of Erie. If we have a minimum of 3 inquiries for an area outside of that radius we can consider adding it as an option. Questions about your location? Message us and we will be happy to help!

I have a question...
Send us a message here and we will be happy to answer you!

Ready to book a Santa visit???
Fill out this form:
https://form.jotform.com/242886454443162

📸Jessica Hunter Photography

11/12/2024

We still have weekday/weeknight availability for Santa and our Grinchy Friend!! Message us now to secure your spot before we are completely full!

We are VERY close to full for our Christmas weekends. This is the shortest season in 5 years because of how dates fall, and some weekends have been booked for a year! If you have an event on the weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas that you are looking at, PLEASE reach out now to see if we have it left!

If you have an event (Day or Night) that can be during the week this is for you!

11/06/2024

The Holiday Season is Here!!

We are bursting with excitement to announce that, by popular demand, Once Upon A Party now offers Christmas Eve EVENING visits in addition to our normal Santa Visit dates! This is a magical opportunity to make your holiday season even more unforgettable, but hurry, because we have a limited number of spots available and once they're gone, they're gone! Don’t miss out on this festive chance—book early to secure your special moment with us!

Santa Visit Dates available:
December 15th from 2-5pm (Only 1 spot left!)
December 18th from 5:30-6:30pm (Only 1 spot left!)
December 21st from 2-5pm (Multiple spots left)
December 24th from 10-1pm OR 6-9pm (Only 2 spots left!!)

For details and to book your visit simply fill out the form below!!

Santa Visit Request:
form.jotform.com/24288645444316

Looking to add some snark to your event??

Get ready to spice up your next event with our fabulous Grumpy Green friend! Whether you're planning a birthday bash or just want to add some sass to your gathering, our whimsical friend is here to steal the show. Perfect for both adults and kids, he brings a playful attitude that will have everyone laughing and having a blast!

We’re super excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for our midweek party planners! If you have an event coming up during the week, we’ve got a special treat just for you! With limited dates available, now is the perfect time to get your request in and let us help you make your celebration unforgettable! Don’t miss out on this amazing chance to elevate your party—because at Once Upon A Party, every event deserves a touch of magic!

While we’re all about bringing our holiday characters to life this month, don’t forget that our beloved princesses, mascot characters, and superheroes are still available to join the festivities! And guess what? Our adorable Blue Heeler is absolutely thrilled to don her elf hat this year! Join our fun-filled social media platforms to stay updated on exciting character appearances, exclusive offers, and festive surprises that will make your celebrations unforgettable!

Click here for an update from Once Upon A Party !

11/05/2024

We are VERY close to full for our Christmas weekends. This is the shortest season in 5 years because of how dates fall, and some weekends have been booked for a year! If you have an event on the weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas that you are looking at, PLEASE reach out now to see if we have it left!

If you have an event (Day or Night) that can be during the week this is for you!

11/02/2024

Santa!! I know him!! And this is just a sneak peek of his BRAND NEW SUIT!! Mrs. Claus was busy this summer and made Santa a fancy new suit and vest that he can wear for every occasion. It even has a tic tac pocket. (his favorite are the green ones in case you were wondering)

It's November 1st and the amount of messages we received today for Santa and our Grumpy Green friend is CRAZY!

We have very, very few spots left open in our schedule (unless you want weekdays- and if you do there is a deal coming for you this week!!) so don't delay in booking your spot, paying your invoices and grabbing what slots are left for Santa visits!!