A costumed character performer greeting a delighted child at an EPIC Parties birthday in Franklin
Character Parties

Princess & Character Party Ideas for Franklin Celebrations

S Shanna Manley July 17, 2026 1 min read
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  1. Choose the right character (and the right performer)
  2. Build the experience, not just an appearance
  3. Match the décor to the story
  4. Capture every second
  5. Leave the magic to us

There’s a moment at every character party when a child’s eyes go wide — the second their favorite princess or superhero walks through the door. For Franklin families, that moment is exactly what we design around. Here’s how to make it magic.

Kids don’t remember the balloons. They remember the moment the character knew their name.

Choose the right character (and the right performer)

Start with who your child loves most right now — a princess, a superhero, a beloved storybook friend. Then insist on a professional, in-character performer who stays in character the entire time. That commitment is the difference between a costume and a memory.

Build the experience, not just an appearance

A great character meet & greet is more than a photo op. Story time, sing-alongs, royal games, and a proper meet-and-greet turn a 45-minute visit into the centerpiece of the whole party.

Match the décor to the story

The magic lands harder when the whole scene supports it — a color story pulled from the character’s world, a backdrop worthy of photos, and little details your guests will notice. We design the room so the character feels like they belong there.

Capture every second

Assign someone (or let us coordinate a photographer) to capture the meet-and-greet, because these are the photos parents frame. Wide shots, close-ups, and the reactions — especially the reactions.

Leave the magic to us

The best part of a character party is watching your child experience it — not managing the schedule. Serving Franklin and all of Middle Tennessee, we handle the design, the performer, and the day-of flow from start to finish.

Ready to bring a little royalty to your celebration? Tell us about your party and let’s make it magic.

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