Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Entertainment Experts in Tallahassee
Since 1983, BJ's Party House has been North Florida's premier provider of wholesome family entertainment. Founded by Mimi (BJ the Clown), our business combines decades of theatrical expertise with rigorous artist training to deliver exceptional performance art services. Our team of certified professionals includes educators, insured performers, and specialists in face painting, balloon artistry, and character entertainment. We serve diverse eventsfrom school carnivals to corporate functionswhile maintaining partnerships with local institutions like Leon County Schools. Recognized by the Tallahassee Police Department and FABAIC award committees, our legacy combines artistic excellence with community engagement.We pioneered Tallahassee's first dedicated party venue at Lake Ella and continue offering nationwide mentorship programs for emerging artists. Our family-owned operation ensures personalized service while maintaining strict safety standards, including Level 2 background clearances for all performers. Through strategic partnerships with organizations like Girls on the Run and St. Jude Children's Hospital, we combine entertainment with meaningful community impact.
Services
Clown Performers
Face Painting
Balloon Animals
Bounce Houses
Character Actors
Fire Performers
DJ Services
Animal Programs
Quick Sketch Art
Stilt Walkers
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in family entertainment since 1983
- Our artists maintain Level 2 school system clearance and insurance
- We provide one-stop shopping with 15+ entertainment categories
- Our team includes certified face painters and professional performers
- We guarantee trained professionals for every booked service
Services
Face Painting
Our professional artists create stunning face and body designs using FDA-compliant paints. Services include water-resistant options for pool parties and blacklight UV painting for special events. Each artist maintains Level 2 background clearance and follows strict hygiene protocols to ensure safe, high-quality artistry for all ages.
Bounce Houses
We provide various bounce houses and water slides for all event sizes. Each rental includes safety supervision and requires electrical access. Additional generator rentals and delivery fees apply for locations outside Tallahassee. Our equipment meets current safety standards for commercial use at public events.
Animal Programs
Educational animal presentations feature 3-4 species with interactive Q&A sessions. Programs last 45-60 minutes and include safety demonstrations. We offer virtual options via Zoom with behind-the-scenes animal care education. Animal Grams deliver surprise visits with photo opportunities and personalized messages for special occasions.
Character Actors
Professional character performers include clowns, mimes, and themed actors with costume options. All performers maintain Level 2 school clearances and insurance coverage. Services require indoor bookings during warmer months with scheduled breaks for performer safety and comfort.
Fire Performers
Certified fire performers deliver jaw-dropping shows with safety personnel present. Performances require open spaces and include insurance coverage. Our trained professionals follow strict safety protocols for controlled fire demonstrations at public events and festivals.
People
Mimi Rose
Founder
Founder of BJ's Party House since 1983 with BFA in Theater from Florida State University. Developed training programs for 37+ years while maintaining Level 2 school system clearance. Recognized by Mayor John Marks for arts mentorship programs.
Kathryn Smith
Creative Consultant
Professional mime performer with 38 years experience. Specializes in sign language performances and deaf community outreach. Award-winning artist at Face And Body Art International Convention. Provides training for new performers.
Julie Rose
Co-Owner
Second-generation entertainer with 20+ years management experience. Certified face painting instructor and preschool education specialist. Handles daily operations while performing at major festivals like Springtime Tallahassee.
Questions
What age groups do your services accommodate?
Our services cater to all ages with specific offerings for children's parties, school events, and adult celebrations. Face painting materials are safe for toddlers through seniors.
Do you provide entertainment for corporate events?
Yes, we offer professional character actors, DJs, and team-building activities suitable for corporate functions. Our performers maintain appropriate clearances for business events.
What safety measures do you follow?
All performers have Level 2 background checks. Fire performances include safety personnel. Equipment rentals meet commercial safety standards with regular maintenance checks.
Can you accommodate last-minute bookings?
We recommend advance booking but maintain availability for urgent requests. Contact us directly to check last-minute scheduling options for essential services.
Do you offer virtual entertainment options?
Yes, we provide Zoom animal programs, virtual story time sessions, and online Q&A experiences with performers for remote events and educational purposes.
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve North Florida with regular bookings in Tallahassee, Madison, Perry, and Monticello. Additional travel fees apply for locations beyond our core service areas.
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Reviews (6)
Dania Irvin
Apr 04, 2022
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BJ's Party House is so easy to work with! They are quick to respond and make everything so easy. We hired Spiderman for a kid's birthday party and he and his assistant were fantastic! They had activities and played games with the children and posed for pictures with everyone. So much fun! Highly recommend!
Governors Club
Jun 13, 2021
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BJ's Party House does a wonderful job for Governors Club's annual Children's Holiday Party. The children look forward to the amazing balloon creations and beautiful face painting every year. They were wonderful in helping us make decisions that will help keep our members safe in 2020. I would highly recommend this company and am grateful for their professionalism and ability to exceed expectations.
Sarah Rae
Mar 10, 2021
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Bjs Party house has all the needs for a spectacular birthday party! We were able to rent a bouncy house, had a face painter as well as Disney characters. Their talent mixed with their level of professionalism ensures that I will use their services for years to come!
Thea Voran
Dec 19, 2020
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Highly recommend BJ's Party house. They are able to help satisfy any need for ANY event! Very professional and great prices. The employees all have wonderful attitudes and are very friendly. Again I highly recommend them!
Melissa Bourke
Nov 05, 2020
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This company puts their customers first. They are the best I have experienced in Tallahassee. They are a locally owned business and support Tallahassee residents. They are upfront and tell people what to expect in regards to price and services they will/can provide.
Abby G.
Oct 27, 2020
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Oct 25, 2020 we celebrated Daxton's 5th Birthday. I wanted to do something different, so I reached out to BJ Party House. My theme for the party was Jungle Animals. Rachel was amazing with the children and did an awsome job painting the children's faces. I recommend her 10/10 times! Thanks for helping to make Daxton's 5th Birthday a great one!
