Game Show FAQs

This page has some additional information specifically for our Game Show parties. If the information you were looking for isn't here you can try looking on our general FAQ page or contact our office with your questions.

Where are these parties held?

Game Show parties are best held in indoor locations. They can be held at your home (lounge rooms and garages can make great party rooms) or a hired hall. If you need help finding a hall to hire in your area, we recommend trying Scouts Australia as your first step. You can find a link to their website on our Links page. If they can't help you can try calling the office and we might know of something in your area.

Can the Game Show be outside?

We really do prefer indoor locations for the Game Show parties. A few of the games use paper products that are much easier to control inside as they can be caught by the wind if outside. Also, the game show requires a sound system which must be kept out of direct sunlight to operate efficiently.

If you don't have access to a suitable indoor location then an outdoor space can be used but that outdoor space must have sun protection and shelter from the wind. Also, please do refer to our wet weather policy in case of rain.

How much space is needed?

We generally try to adapt ourselves to most space, but the Game Show party does require a certain amout of space. Ideally hiring a hall is best for this party as a hall will often come with chairs allowing the host to set up an "theatre style" seating set up for your guests. Alternatively we simply need a space where we can set up a table of props at the front of the space, with enough room for the host to stand behind the table, a gap of approx. 2m between the kids and the table, then enough room for the children to sit on the floor with a split or aisle space down the middle. As an idea, an empty double garage can provide anough space at a home.

What do I need to provide?

Our host will need you to provide them with a table and reasonable access to a power point. We will also need a little water from a tap. Otherwise everything else for this party is provided.

This party does also have an event where we like to use a couple of the parents to participate. This isn't essential but does add an nice dimension to the party format so if a couple of adults can be available to assist when asked, that is greatly appreciated.

Is there anything I should not provide?

We request that you don't hand out any noise making party favours or party poppers until after the disco has finished. While our hosts are very capable, competing with a large group of kids all blowing whistles and popping streamers to be heard is a big ask for anyone. 

Is there anything I need to tell you?

 

 

As some food is used in some of the games it is a good idea to notify your host of any food allergies that your guests may have.

It is also a good idea to inform your host if any of the guests have special needs. These can include ADHD, autism, aspergers, down syndrom and other behavioral conditions. While our events are designed to be inclusive for all, there are times when awareness of children with these conditions can allow the host to temper their performance sightly, particularly when interacting with those children, to ensure they feel safe and included.

Is there a limit to the number of children I can invite?

For our game show parties there really is no limit. As mentioned on the party page, if you are going to have more than 30 children at the event there are additional charges but there is no limit. Our hosts have done events up to 500+ children in the past, but you may not want that many kids playing in your average lounge room.

Is there an age limit for this party?

There are no hard age limits for the game show parties. We do recommend that the majority of children be aged between 5 and 12 years. This party format is particularly good for events where there is a broad spread of ages (such as family gatherings and vacation care centres). The variety of games used within the event mean that there is an opportunity for children of any age to participate. Some older kids might find the show a little daggy but when the majority of kids are inside the age bracket the sense of peer-group will generally overcome that obstacle.