Some things to keep in mind when booking a Mad Science birthday party:
1) The entertainment portion of all our birthday parties lasts approximately 45 - 60 minutes depending on the size of your party and the ages of the children. During this time, we will perform between 6 and 10 hands-on activities and demonstrations and make a take-home project for all the kids!
2) Since our parties involve hands-on, interactive activities, they are usually appropriate for children 4 and older. Younger siblings are welcome to watch but generally do not participate. When determining the number of participants and your cost count the number of children ages 4-12.
3) We conduct birthday parties on any day of the week and at any time; however Saturday and Sunday are the most popular days. Therefore our show times on the weekend are 11:30am, 2:30pm and 5:30pm on Saturday and 11:30am and 2:30PM on Sunday. Also consider a Friday afternoon or evening party. These are becoming increasingly popular.
4) It is best to book as soon as possible as our weekend party slots sell out quickly. When ready to book, just call our office and ask for a birthday party specialist. If it is outside of normal office hours, you can take advantage of our Party Reservation Form. Please note: when using this form your party will not be confirmed until Mad Science is in receipt of a deposit AND has provided you with a verbal and written confirmation.
5) A $50 deposit is required at the time of booking. Your party time and date will not be reserved until this deposit is paid. The balance is due on the day of your party. Your Mad Scientist can accept cash, checks or credit cards.
6) At the time of booking, we will send out a letter that confirms your party reservation. This letter will provide confirmation of the details and also list what is needed on the day of the party.
7) After booking your party, if you wish to make a change to your party, you must contact Mad Science no later than the Monday before your party. Changes cannot be guaranteed if we are not notified within this time frame
8) You can add more time to the party with several Mad Science add-ons. Click here for details.
PARTY LOCATION. We have performed the entertainment at birthday parties in a huge variety of locations: family rooms, basements, garages, church social halls, restaurants of all kinds, the mall food court, you name it! We can make fun science happen just about anywhere! However some locations work better than others for our unique brand of hands-on science.
There is no hassle, no worries and no mess for you as our Mad Scientist will arrive early to set-up, will conduct the show and then will clean up leaving the party site exactly as we found it.
Please keep in mind these few guidelines when considering a location for your party:
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What Mad Science will need from you: access to electricity and water, and a small table (such as a card or buffet table) for our equipment.
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Some aspects of our parties like the take home project can be done outside, but it is best to plan to be inside for the duration of the party.
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The ability to darken the area may enhance some of our demonstrations. We prefer to keep away from skylights and large bay windows. If your location has lots of light, please inform our staff when booking your party so we can make the necessary adjustments.
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A location dedicated to just your party will be the best for your enjoyment.
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As our shows are highly interactive it's best for a location where the kids can sit on the floor and also have room to move around.
PARTY CONFIRMATION. To ensure we have enough time to prepare an excellent experience for your party, we ask that the details of your party be confirmed with our office by close of business on the Monday before your party. We cannot guarantee changes to your party entertainment if requested after this time.
ARRIVAL TIME. The Mad Scientist should arrive at your location approximately 20-25 minutes before the Mad Science Show Start Time. We ask that you separate the Mad Scientist from the children while the equipment is prepared so the entertainment can start on time. To accommodate for any late arrivals and ensure your entertainment starts on time, we recommend that you tell your guests to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the Mad Science Show Start Time.
PARTY TIME. The Mad Scientist will be ready to begin your party entertainment at the stated Mad Science Show Start Time. Should all your guests not be present at the stated party start time, we will still start our party at the agreed to time. Our Mad Scientists may have additional parties following yours. Therefore, it is important for them to stay on schedule.
PARTY LENGTH. The entertainment portion of all our birthday parties lasts approximately 60 minutes depending on the size of your party and the ages of the children. During this time, we will perform between 6 and 10 hands-on activities and demonstrations and make a take-home project for all the kids!
If you have additional activities scheduled for your party (such as a Rocket Launch, Cotton Candy, Dry Ice Show or Zap Attack), this will add approximately 15 to 20 minutes to your entertainment time. Please consider the age and attention span of the kids when adding more than one additional activity. In any event, no more than 3 additional activities can be added to your party.
PARTY FLOW. The entertainment portion of your party will begin at the Show Start Time. Once our entertainment begins, the Mad Scientist will perform until our entertainment portion is complete. We will not be able to stop and accommodate another party activity like cake or presents so please plan the rest of your party accordingly.
PAYMENT. The Mad Scientist will present you with an invoice upon arrival at your location. This will reflect the Balance Due which should be the Total Party Cost minus any pre-payments. We ask that you have payment ready promptly at the end of the party entertainment. Any changes to the Balance Due should be discussed with the Mad Scientist prior to payment. For your convenience you can pay the Balance Due by cash, check or credit card.
ADJUSTMENTS TO THE PRICE. As gauging the number of party guests is not an exact science, many aspects of your party can be adjusted up to and including the day of your party. For instance, you will be charged only for the number of goodie bags you use and your party price will be adjusted to reflect the actual number of participants. Please address these changes with your Mad Scientist prior to payment. A small travel charge may apply.
TIPPING. Often customers inquire about a gratuity for the instructor. Tips should be given to instructors that provided exceptional service.
YOUR OPINION MATTERS! Expect a follow-up call the week after your party to discuss your satisfaction with the party. Please provide honest feedback, it is through these surveys that we ensure our party is the best in Colorado.
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Start the booking process right now! Call a Party Specialist at (303) 403-0432 or fill out your on-line reservation form here. |
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