Kids Emcee Singapore: Prices, Packages and Booking Guide
What a kids emcee actually does, what one costs, and how to pair one with other kids party entertainment in Singapore without the last-minute scramble.
A kids emcee in Singapore runs the games, prize rounds, dances and cake moment of a birthday party, keeping 20 to 40 children engaged for the whole event. A solo kids emcee for two hours costs SGD 900 to SGD 1,300. A full themed package with an emcee, two rotating acts and a mascot for a three hour event runs SGD 1,500 to SGD 2,500 or more. Book six to ten weeks ahead for a weekend slot in school holiday periods.
- What a kids emcee does at a Singapore party
- Kids emcee Singapore: prices and packages
- Party entertainment for kids in Singapore: other acts to add
- Kids party entertainment Singapore for 20 and 40 guests
- Kids party entertainment by age group
- Party entertainment for kids: the two hour timeline that works
- Party entertainment services: agency versus freelancer
- Venues: what changes by location
- FAQ
What a kids emcee does at a Singapore party
A kids emcee is the person holding the microphone and the run sheet for the whole party, not just one performer among several. They open the event, run the game segments, build up the cake moment, hand out prizes, and keep the energy moving between a magic show, a face painting corner or a mascot entrance. For a guest list of 20 to 40 children this matters more than parents expect, because without someone directing the room, activities stall and kids drift off to whatever is loudest.
A good kids emcee reads the age mix in the room and adjusts on the spot. Musical statues and a simple treasure hunt work for six to nine year olds. The same games fall flat with a room half full of toddlers and half full of ten year olds, so the emcee splits activities or runs a short parallel game for the younger half. This is a skill set separate from being funny on stage, and it is the main reason parents book a kids emcee through an agency rather than asking a friend to MC.
Kids emcee Singapore: prices and packages
A kids emcee or party host with games costs about SGD 900 to SGD 1,300 for two hours with 20 to 30 children. That figure covers the emcee's time on site, a standard set of party games and prize rounds, and basic sound equipment if the venue allows it. Add a second or third performer, a mascot, face painting or balloon twisting, and the booking shifts into themed package territory at SGD 1,500 to SGD 2,500 or more for a three hour event with 30 to 40 guests.
Price moves on three things: how many performers you book, how long they stay, and whether you want a themed package with costumes and decor built in. Weekday parties usually run 10 to 15 percent cheaper than weekend bookings, since Saturday and Sunday afternoons are peak demand. Chinese New Year week and the December school holidays sometimes carry a small surcharge, so confirm this at enquiry rather than assume the quote holds year round.
| Package | Typical duration | Price range (SGD) | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puppet show or storytelling | 30 to 40 min | 350 to 500 | Ages 2 to 6 |
| Solo magician or balloon artist | 45 to 60 min | 380 to 550 | Small home parties, 10 to 15 kids |
| Mascot appearance (character costume) | 20 to 30 min slot | 500 to 800 | Surprise entrance, photo moment |
| Face painting plus balloon twisting | 90 min to 2 hrs | 700 to 1,100 | Condo function rooms, mixed ages |
| Kids emcee or party host with games | 2 hrs | 900 to 1,300 | Groups of 20 to 30 kids |
| Themed package (emcee + 2 acts + mascot) | 3 hrs | 1,500 to 2,500+ | Hotel ballrooms, 30 to 40 kids |
These are guide ranges. Final quotes depend on venue access, setup time and how many performers overlap in one slot, so confirm the exact figure for your date on enquiry. For the breakdown on a single magic act, our guide to birthday party magician cost in Singapore covers that specific booking in more detail.
Party entertainment for kids in Singapore: other acts to add
A kids emcee anchors the party but rarely works alone once the guest count passes 20. Party entertainment for kids in Singapore most commonly pairs an emcee with one or two of the following, running either back to back or in a corner of the room while the emcee has the main group's attention:
- Magicians, close-up tricks and a stage show the kids join in.
- Clowns, games, jokes and balloon tricks for younger kids.
- Balloon artists, balloon animals and shapes the kids take home.
- Mascots, costume characters for dancing and photos.
- Party characters, favourite characters for photos, games and the cake moment.
- Jugglers, juggling, plate spinning and a short workshop.
- Stilt walkers, tall costumed walkers to welcome the guests.
- Caricaturists, a funny portrait for each child to keep.
- Bouncy castles and inflatable games for condos, gardens and schools.
- Claw machines and candy floss for a carnival feel.
Themed scripts, unicorn, jungle safari, pirate, space and carnival, are the most requested formats because they weave two or three acts into one storyline instead of a string of unrelated performances. Many parents also book face painting for kids in Singapore to keep younger guests busy while the emcee runs a game for the older half. Our full list of acts and services shows every performer we send out and how they pair.
Kids party entertainment Singapore for 20 and 40 guests
For a 20 child guest list at a condo function room, most parents book a kids emcee for the main 45 to 60 minute slot, paired with balloon twisting or face painting running in a corner for guests waiting their turn. This runs SGD 900 to SGD 1,300 for a two hour party.
For a 40 child guest list, usually in a hotel ballroom or larger function space, the themed package works better: a kids emcee anchoring the room, two rotating acts such as balloon art and face painting, and a mascot appearance for photos. This runs SGD 1,800 to SGD 2,500 for a three hour party and needs two to three performers on site at once, since one act cannot realistically manage 40 children alone.
In order of how often we get asked: magic shows, balloon twisting, face painting, kids emcees running games, and mascot appearances tied to a favourite character. Bubble shows, mini dance workshops and puppet shows for under sixes are smaller in volume but growing fast.
Kids party entertainment by age group
The right act depends heavily on age. A puppet show that holds a three year old's attention will bore a nine year old inside ten minutes, and a fast-paced quiz game built for eight year olds will confuse toddlers. We match acts, and the emcee's game list, to age brackets before we quote, not after.
- Ages 3 to 5: puppet shows, bubble shows, simple balloon animals, face painting with easy designs, a soft-spoken mascot appearance of 20 minutes. Keep noise and crowd size down for this bracket, since large groups overwhelm younger toddlers.
- Ages 6 to 9: magic shows with audience participation, balloon twisting with more detailed sculptures, a kids emcee running party games such as musical statues and treasure hunts, mini dance parties. This is the bracket that fills most condo function room parties.
- Ages 10 and up: science shows with hands-on demonstrations, DJ-led dance sessions, escape room style games, a kids emcee running team challenges rather than toddler games. Straight magic and mascot acts start losing this age group unless the trick set is genuinely advanced.
Party entertainment for kids: the two hour timeline that works
Two to three hours is standard for a children's birthday party in Singapore, and most function rooms are booked in that block regardless of guest count. The mistake we see most often is scheduling the headline act right at the start, before half the guests have arrived. Put it in the middle, once the room has filled and energy is naturally high, and save cake and photos for the last stretch.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 0 to 20 min | Arrival and free play |
| 20 to 60 min | Main act: magic show, kids emcee games, or dance session |
| 60 to 90 min | Second activity: face painting, balloon twisting, or mascot photo slot |
| 90 to 120 min | Cake, food, goodbye bags |
If face painting or balloon twisting runs alongside a hosted game segment, give each its own corner of the room. Otherwise one activity stalls the other, and the kids emcee ends up competing with the balloon artist for the same attention.
The one mistake that ruins a party
Booking entertainment less than two weeks before the party date, especially on a weekend in peak season. Saturday and Sunday afternoons during the June and December school holidays, and the weekends around Chinese New Year, are booked out for popular entertainers four to six weeks ahead. Parents who enquire the week of the party often end up with whichever performer is free, not the one who suits the theme or age group. Confirm your kids emcee or performer six to ten weeks ahead for any weekend slot in these periods.
What is included in a kids emcee or performer booking
A standard quote covers the performer's time on site, their own props and costume, basic sound equipment if the act needs music, and travel within Singapore. It usually does not include a PA system or microphone for larger venues, extra balloons or paint beyond a standard allowance for very large guest counts, or parking and venue entry fees where the location charges separately. Ask upfront so the number you agree to is the number you pay.
Most agencies, us included, send a run sheet before the event confirming arrival time, setup time and the order of activities. This matters more than parents expect. A magician who needs five minutes to set up a table and a kids emcee who needs the room cleared for a game both need slots planned into your afternoon, not squeezed in on the day.
Party entertainment services: agency versus freelancer
Booking through an agency instead of a single freelancer matters most when you want more than one act. An agency can pair a kids emcee with a balloon artist and a mascot on the same run sheet, swap a performer who falls sick without cancelling the party, and confirm venue-specific rules, such as vendor registration at a hotel, before the day. If you are only booking a solo magician for a small home party, a freelancer works fine and often costs less.
Our full list of acts and services covers the entire roster, including balloon artists and face painters we send out weekly, and mascot options for popular character themes. If your event mixes a kids segment with an adult programme, our event type pages cover the adult side of the booking, and our cultural dance page covers CNY and multi-generation family gatherings separately from the kids segment.
9. VenuesVenues: what changes by location
Kids birthday party entertainment in Singapore happens everywhere from HDB void decks and condo function rooms to hotel ballrooms. We have run kids parties in function spaces at Marina Bay Sands, Resorts World Sentosa and several hotel ballrooms around town, plus condo clubhouses, play cafes and private homes. Hotel and larger venues usually require entertainers to be registered on a visitor or vendor list in advance, and some restrict helium balloons or confetti, so check house rules before confirming.
Condo function rooms are more flexible but smaller, which limits how many performers can work at once, especially a mascot costume that needs room to move. Void deck parties are the most flexible on time but have no backup shelter, so build a wet weather plan into any outdoor booking, since face painting and card-based magic tricks do not survive rain or direct sun well.
Send us your event date, venue and headcount on WhatsApp at +65 9428 4249 and we will come back with a quote within a working day. You can also see who we are on our about us page before you enquire.
Frequently asked questions
What does a kids emcee do at a birthday party?
A kids emcee runs the games, prize rounds, dances and cake moment of a children's birthday party, keeping the guest list engaged for the full event rather than just performing one act. They direct the flow between the magician, mascot or balloon artist, and they adjust activities on the spot depending on how many younger versus older children are in the room.
How much does a kids emcee cost in Singapore?
A kids emcee or party host with games costs about SGD 900 to SGD 1,300 for a two hour slot with 20 to 30 children. Adding a mascot and a second or third rotating act for a three hour themed event with 30 to 40 guests pushes the price to SGD 1,500 to SGD 2,500 or more.
What is included in kids party entertainment packages in Singapore?
A standard package covers the performer's time on site, their props and costume, basic sound equipment if the act needs music, and travel within Singapore. It usually excludes a PA system for larger venues, extra balloon or paint supplies for very large guest counts, and parking or venue entry fees. Confirm these at enquiry so there are no surprises on the invoice.
How far ahead should I book party entertainment for kids in Singapore?
Book six to ten weeks ahead for a weekend slot, especially during the June and December school holidays and the weeks around Chinese New Year. Popular entertainers and themed packages are booked out four to six weeks ahead for these periods, and parents who enquire the week of the party usually end up with whoever is free rather than the performer who suits the theme.
What party entertainment services do you offer for kids parties?
We supply kids emcees, magicians, clowns, balloon artists, mascots, caricaturists, jugglers, stilt walkers, puppet shows, bouncy castles and inflatable games, claw machines and candy floss, plus Santa appearances for Christmas events. Packages range from a solo 45 minute act for a small home party to a full three hour themed package with an emcee, two acts and a mascot for a hotel ballroom.
Can a kids emcee work alongside a magician, mascot or face painter?
Yes, and for guest lists over 20 children this is the usual setup. The emcee anchors the main games and the cake moment while a second act, such as face painting or balloon twisting, runs in a corner of the room for guests between game rounds. An agency booking makes it easier to coordinate a shared run sheet across two or three performers.
What age group is a kids emcee best suited for?
A kids emcee works well from about age 6 upward, running games like musical statues and treasure hunts for 6 to 9 year olds and team challenges for 10 and up. For toddlers aged 3 to 5, a softer format such as a puppet show or bubble show, with a short mascot appearance, usually holds attention better than a games-based emcee segment.
Do you provide kids party entertainment outside condo function rooms?
Yes. We run kids parties in HDB void decks, condo clubhouses, private homes, play cafes, and hotel ballrooms including function spaces at Marina Bay Sands and Resorts World Sentosa. Hotel venues usually need vendor registration in advance and may restrict helium or confetti, while void deck parties need a wet weather backup plan since outdoor conditions affect face painting and card tricks.
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