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Puppet Shows for Birthday Parties
✔️ Educational Puppet Shows Students Actually Remember

Trusted by 5000+ schools & libraries

Edutainment Puppet and Magic Shows That Inspire Curiosity and Joy

Professional educational entertainment trusted by 5,000+ schools and libraries across the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento–Stockton–Modesto region since 1998.
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26+ Years Experience

246+ Five-Star Reviews

Fully Insured

The Challenge

Educators face common challenges:

You need programs that engage students while supporting educational goals, not shows that create chaos or leave teachers managing overstimulated classrooms. Quality educational entertainment should enhance learning, not disrupt it.

Assembly programs where students tune out after 10 minutes
Entertainment that doesn't support learning objectives
Unreliable performers who cancel last-minute
Expensive programs that don't deliver educational value
The California Kids Fun Solution

We deliver edutainment that works:

Proven Student Engagement

Our interactive puppet shows keep students focused for 45-60 minutes. Schools across the Bay Area rebook us year after year because students stay engaged from start to finish.

Educational Excellence

Every show supports curriculum goals! literacy skills, STEM concepts, social-emotional learning, and character development. Entertainment that teaches.

Professional Reliability

Fully insured, background-checked performers who arrive on time, communicate clearly, and deliver exactly what we promise. No surprises, no stress.

Exceptional Value

Budget-friendly pricing for schools, libraries, and camps. Book multiple shows on the same day and save even more.

The result:

Students return to class excited about learning, and educators consistently tell us we're the best assembly they've ever had.

Why Schools, Libraries & Camps Choose California Kids Fun

✅ Educational Impact

Learning Disguised as Laughter

Our puppet shows aren't just entertaining! they support key educational objectives:

🔹 Literacy Skills: Story comprehension, sequencing, character analysis
🔹 STEM Concepts: Scientific thinking, problem-solving, curiosity
🔹 Social-Emotional Learning: Empathy, friendship, perseverance
🔹 Creative Thinking: Imagination, artistic expression, innovation

✅ Engagement Mastery

45-60 Minutes of Active Participation

We don't just hold attention! we create genuine engagement

🔹 Interactive storytelling with audience participation
🔹 Puppet characters students can relate to and learn from
🔹 Age-appropriate content that respects developmental stages
🔹 High energy that maintains order (engagement without chaos)

✅ Proven Track Record

Trusted by 5,000+ Schools & Libraries

With 26+ years of experience and 242+ five-star reviews, we've earned the trust of educators throughout the Bay Area:

🔹 10,000+ successful educational performances
🔹 High repeat booking rate from schools and libraries
🔹 Consistently praised for professionalism and reliability
🔹 Recommended by teachers, librarians, and administrators


Our Programs

Educational Entertainment That Delivers

Every program is designed to engage, educate, and leave lasting positive impressions.

👀🎩 Puppet & Magic Edutainment Show

45-60 Minutes of Active Participation

Puppet Shows for Birthday Parties
✔️ Puppet & Magic Duo

Our signature program combines lovable puppet characters with age-appropriate magic to create an unforgettable learning experience. Students actively engage with story elements while developing key literacy and comprehension skills

Story comprehension
​Students practice prediction, sequencing, and character analysis

Active participation
​Structured engagement keeps every child involved

Love of reading
​Students return to class excited about books and storytelling

Perfect for: School assemblies, literacy weeks, reward programs, special events

Duration: 45 minutes | Ages: K-5 | Format: Large group (up to 200 students)

Puppet Shows for Birthday Parties
✔️ Puppetry Workshop

👀 Puppetry Workshop

A behind-the-scenes experience where students discover how puppets come to life. This is not a puppet-making session—instead, participants explore the art of puppet animation, stage techniques, and interactive storytelling with our professional puppets.

Go behind the curtain
Explore how a real puppet stage is set up and operated

Learn puppet animation techniques
Practice bringing characters to life through movement and voice

Discover storytelling secrets
See how we craft engaging stories that captivate young audiences

Watch a live demonstration
Experience a mini-performance, then peek behind the scenes

Perfect for: Arts enrichment programs, theater arts units, special assemblies, field trip alternatives, end-of-year celebrations

Duration: 35-40 minutes | Ages: Pre-K–5 | Format: Classroom, multi-class assembly, or small groups

Puppet Shows for Birthday Parties
✔️ Summer Reading

📚 Summer Reading Library Programs

Specially designed to support library summer reading initiatives and keep kids excited about books all season long. Our shows celebrate reading, imagination, and the joy of discovering new stories.

Customizable themes
aligned with your summer reading program

Literacy-focused content
including movement and voice characterization

Multiple scheduling options
to accommodate your calendar

Proven track record
with 500+ library performances

Perfect for: Summer reading kickoffs, mid-summer events, reading program celebrations

Duration: 45 minutes | Ages: All ages (programs adapted for audience) | Format: Library-friendly setup

Who We Serve

Trusted Partners in Education

We work with educators and institutions who value quality, professionalism, and educational impact.

Preschools

Gentle, engaging programs designed specifically for 2-5 year olds. We understand developmental needs and create experiences that captivate without overstimulating young learners.

Ages
2-5 years old

Duration
30-35 minutes (perfect for preschool attention spans)

Approach
Gentle participation, colorful visuals, age-appropriate themes

Educational focus
Early literacy, social skills, emotional development

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Elementary Schools

Professional assembly programs that support educational standards while delivering exceptional entertainment value. Trusted by 5,000+ Bay Area schools for literacy events, character education, and milestone celebrations.

Grades
K-5 (age-appropriate content for each level)

Duration
45 minutes

Capacity
Large group friendly (100-200 students)

Value
Supports educational goals, maintains classroom management, creates lasting positive impact

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Libraries

Literacy-focused programs designed specifically for library settings. We've partnered with hundreds of Bay Area libraries to promote reading engagement and support community programming goals.

Ages
All ages (programs adapted for your audience)

Duration
45 minutes

Specialties
Summer reading programs, literacy celebrations, special events

Benefits
Boosts attendance, supports reading initiatives, community engagement

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Camps & Festivals

Versatile programs that adapt to indoor or outdoor settings with diverse, multi-age audiences. Perfect for camp special events, family festivals, and community celebrations.

Audience
Multi-age groups and family-friendly settings

Venues
Flexible for indoor or outdoor locations

Reliability
Professional setup, weather adaptable, on-time performance

Experience
Performed at 500+ festivals and camps across the region

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Why Educators Trust Us

A Track Record of Excellence

Decades of experience bringing joy and learning to schools and libraries across San FRancisco Bay Area.

26+

Years of Experience

Trusted since 1998

10,000

Successful Shows

Schools & libraries served

242+

Five-Star Reviews

From educators like you

100%

Fully Insured

Professional & reliable

Educator Reviews

Trusted by Educators Across San Francisco Bay Area

Don't just take our word for it! hear from the teachers, librarians, and administrators who book us year after year.

We had California Kids Fun come to our school and perform for 60 TK (Transitional Kindergarten) students. The performer was fabulous and really understood the sense of humor of 4 and 5 year olds. There was so much laughter and joy during the performance. Kids were engaged and eager to see what would happen next. One of the unique aspects of the show was the ability for the students to interact with the puppets by coming up and touching them and the puppet would engage with them in a silly manner. The students were enthralled. We look forward to having them come back and perform for our school next year.

Stephany

Vargas Elementary School • Sunnyvale, CA

Ventriloquist Joe Put on an awesome show for our school today. Kids of all ages were entertained and had a chance to interact with the puppets. Even parents were entertained. Joe was funny and really really good. I would totally recommend him and I would hire him again for another party.

Yarah

Merryhill School • San Jose, CA

We have used California Kids Fun services for our preschool! We were able to record precious moments when Sam was performing the show. Sam is very professional and talented! Our children had a blast during his performance and we will definitely use California Kids Fun services over and over. Thank you Sam for the wonderful job! You brought joy to Butterflies Academy!

Farinaz

Butterflies Academy • Saratoga, CA

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Ready to Bring Learning to Life?

Let's create an unforgettable educational experience for your students. Contact us today to check availability and discuss your event.

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(925) 605-4655

Serving the San Francisco Bay Area & Sacramento–Stockton–Modesto region

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