Evening of Magic RVA

(12 reviews)

Jonathan was amazing and really made my best friend's bachelorette party so much fun! She said it…read morewas one of the best experiences!

Wow. If there's one thing you do today, book Jonathan Austin's services!!! He performed at my 25th…read morebirthday party and was incredible. He performed wonderful card tricks, did amazing juggling, and had awesome surprises in store. Above all, though, Jonathan is a genuinely kind person. He was super easy to work with, very communicative throughout the booking process, and was always organized/on top of everything. I will be recommending Jonathan Austin for years to come. 5/5 stars!!!

Chris Michael Magician

(4 reviews)

We had him out in northern va for a corporate 4th of July party yesterday and was truly…read moreentertained! Besides the magic he also performs mind tricks and tells jokes! My coworkers were left stuns by his tricks and amazing personality. I have already been informed to keep him in mind for future company get togethers.

Chris performed at my 7 and 4 year olds birthday party and the kids (and parents) were hooked from…read morethe first minute till the last. The show is a mix of comedy and magic with most of the big tricks at the end of the show. He included many people from the audience and even knew nearly all 20 kids names by the end of the show. I chose the package that had 30 minutes of balloon sculptures at the end. My kids said it was their best party ever and a few of the parents want to book him for their kids party. Well done!!

Hunter Rhodes MAGIC

saw him in Williamsburg, Va. as he came around to peoples' tables. his tricks were great!read more

From the owner: Family friendly magic experience read more

Mickeys Magic Show

1.0

(2 reviews)

Kids weren't entertained by the magic and he was irritated by that. His tricks were obvious and…read morecorny and he wasn't the nicest man either. I wouldn't recommend him

I gave this one star because he kept the show rolling and no down time in between. so, i contacted…read moremickey to schedule a magic show in february for a birthday in march. mind you, i scheduled 30 days in advance as told and put my deposit down. mickey contacted me 2 weeks before the event to tell me that he had basically triple booked him and his other magician. so the only solution he had for me was to cancel or push the show back 45 minutes...which i had to do. it was a birthday for my 5 year old. so he shows up at the time he schedules...the show made the kids laugh, but the magic tricks were obvious to a group of 5 year olds. his equipment and props were dated and not very impressive. the show was more like 30 minutes instead of 40 with the last 10 for him to pack up...do yourselves a favor and save the almost 300.00 bucks he charges.

The Amazing Kevin

(2 reviews)

The Amazing Kevin is nothing short of "AMAZING!" We had a birthday party for our 7yo. The adults…read moreenjoyed the show as much if not more than the kids. By far the BEST party we have ever given our kiddo. This was a great event!! Kevin really brings his "A" game. Kevin is the real deal, he's super professional, was very considerate of our home and our time. Everyone at our party was so happy and enjoyed every ounce of entertainment that Kevin dished out!!! The answer is "YES!" You should book your event with The Amazing Kevin. - Jen M.

We booked Kevin for my daughter's 6th birthday party! The show was INCREDIBLE!! Funny with great…read moremagic!! Truly made the party! All of the kids and the adults were entertained! I highly recommend Kevin! He made our party so much fun! Thanks again!

The Wagsters Magic Theatre

4.9

(119 reviews)

FANTASTIC show! Totally recommend! The magic was even better than expected. A great combination of…read moretalent, humor, fun and exceptional magic!

A great entertaining event to go on when my family was on vacation. I'm writing this during…read moreintermission and it was already worth every penny!

Uncle Curt and Hugs

1.0

Uncle Curt is not nice to kids. He makes mean jokes. Even though he was still on the clock, he…read moreturned my daughter away. We paid him for face paint because my daughter was really disappointed and he was really nasty throughout. We were all uncomfortable. As we were walking away, he accepted more kids in line for free. All this at a community event!

From the owner: Using a mixture of comedy, magic, story telling, puppetry, juggling, face painting, and balloon…read moreart, we offer entertainment for the whole family. Uncle Curt and Hugs have won awards for their balloon skills, costumes, and in-skit competition. Uncle Curt and Hugs have successfully published 6 videos and one book on balloon art, which can be purchased in our online here. Uncle Curt's Balloon designs have been featured in international publications for Balloon Artists and enjoyed countless times by adults as well as children. We have taught and continue to teach Balloon Twisting classes in local schools and at conventions throughout Virginia. Look for us at local restaurants, events and fairs - See us in ACTION.

Vertical Kids Entertainment

Mr. Earl has come to entertain my daycare children on several occasions this past year. He has done…read moremagic shows, taught the kids how to juggle, he has done puppet shows and one of his very best is FOAM PLAY!! The kids loved to play in the foam this summer. His wife also helps him and they have great energy and are worth your time and money. I promise they are someone you want to book to entertain you and your children. He also does Christian ministry as well so he can incorporate any of his acts to learning in the Word of God. Time is approaching and he books fast so don't wait long because he does an amazing Santa Claus that we are looking forward to again this year. So hurry to book him to bring joy and laughter back to your little ones like you used to hear before the pandemic. He is amazing!!

From the owner: Open Now! Call Now! Now offering Foam Parties, Magic Shows, Balloon Twisting, Face Painting,…read moreGlitter Tattoos, Santa Claus, Juggling, Puppets, Gellyball Battles and Big Bubble Play Parties for any family or children's events. We offer shows for your Spring or Fall Festivals, Kid's Events, birthday parties, School Programs, Celebration Ceremonies, church events, VBSs, kid's camps, store openings, picnics, senior homes and for holiday parties. We have performed in many different venues including schools,preschools, churches, camps, parks, civic auditoriums, festivals, senior homes, libraries and on cruise ships.

Kingry Magic & Illusion

John was absolutely amazing! The adults and the children were equally entertained with his witty…read morebanter and out of this world illusions! The rabbit one trick was my personal favorite!!!!! John even took time to teach the little ones a trick or two when he saw how enamored they were with the idea of magic. I'd highly recommend John for any event, you won't be disappointed! I know a few adults who will be having a magical celebration this year We can't wait to see what else he has in store!!!

From the owner: One of Hampton Roads most experienced magicians I have been…read moredelighting audiences of all ages in Hampton Roads, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Suffolk, Williamsburg, and Richmond for over 30 years. Whether you are looking for a magician for your child's party, walkaround magic for an intimate reception, a stand up performance for a business meeting, or large illusion for your evenings entertainment; you have come to the right place.

Reveler Experiences

(46 reviews)

Révéler is the kind of place that defies easy description, which is exactly what makes it worth…read morevisiting. The décor is wildly eclectic and definitely gives the spot a unique feel. I was there for a private event. The crowd was warm and wonderfully mixed. There was a little chat before the event began that basically told us to not get kicked out by being mean or non-inclusive. Not sure how I felt about that. Parking in Carytown is its own contact sport. Come early -- your blood pressure will thank you. I parked 6 blocks away and was lucky to get that. Bottom line: Weird, welcoming, and worth every lap around the block looking for a spot if you're into crowds and are looking for something different.

Came here with friends and it seems like a cool spot, especially for an older crowd. We purchased…read moretickets expecting a jazz experience, but the music was not jazz at all, which was a bit disappointing. The art exhibitions were nice and definitely interesting to walk through. The charcuterie board we ordered was excellent and a highlight of the night. The location is also great for nightlife. That said, the drinks didn't quite hit the mark for me, and the service was inconsistent. We were told guests are expected to be quiet during the sets, yet another group was talking loudly and nothing was addressed, which felt a bit uneven. Overall, it's not a place I'd return to, and I wouldn't recommend it if you're looking for a more diverse crowd.

Pelagos VR

(11 reviews)

Our second visit wasn't as great as our first. I'd like this place to succeed because it's…read moredifferent and fun but I think the price point is prob too high given the inconsistency of the experience. The first time we came it was on time and we loved the Dragon Tower escape room: it was the perfect mix of puzzle and action. This time we showed up 10 minutes early and they said they were running 5-10 minutes behind because of "cleaning issues". Well it turned into 20 minutes late so thankfully we already canceled our dinner reservations. I think it would've been fine if it wasn't $250 for a family of five for 38 minutes and the ninja trials escape room was not as exciting or interesting as dragon tower. Also one of the equipment pieces we were given was faulty so that made it less fun for one of us.

Pelagos VR is a fantastic addition to the area for unique entertainment, and there are so many…read moreoptions within it! Just as a quick rundown, there are three main types of VR here: the front area where you are strapped into a VR system and can run in place, a virtual escape room, and a VR action arena (large room with VR cameras on the walls and you can physically run around). I haven't tried the escape room and I liked the strap-in ones, though it's the VR arena that really elevates this place. So far I have done Patient Zero and several rounds of the Urban Assault in the arena, and it's an amazing experience. Between the excellent physical tracking, the true-recoil VR guns, and the actual movement in the real world mapping to the VR world, it is insanely immersive and easy to adapt to. It is quite exciting too: I was fortunate enough to participate in their latest tournament and it was chaotic fun from start to finish. The tournaments are a special treat because for now the entry fee is only $20 while the regular experiences run a fair bit more, so it's an insanely good deal for the amount of fun you're having. On top of the excellent experiences, I would be remiss if I didn't highlight their incredible staff. This is mostly a family-run place and it shows with how kind and personable everyone here is, with positive attitudes, a true love for what they do, and excellent mastery of VR tech and training new players. I have met the owner twice and he goes out of his way to make everyone feel welcome and appreciated for their visits. The most underrated part here is actually nothing to do with VR but actually their bar offerings: the happy hour here is every day of the week (including weekends) and you can get $4 beers (including a few local drafts) and very reasonably priced appetizers. If I were in the area and just wanted a quick beer with a friend before doing something else, I would absolutely come here for it at those fantastic prices. Since Pelagos VR is attached to the mall, there is plenty of lot parking very close by, so no issues there. Really the only drawback of this place is the price, particularly if you come by yourself or one other person as their price structure rewards larger groups. I would absolutely come here with a friend group because of that though a date night here would add up fast. I look forward to coming here again with friends, especially for the tournaments. This is one heck of an outing to look forward to! Overall: 5.0 stars ---- Pros: - Amazing and unique VR experiences, truly memorable in every way. - Multiple options, including stationary running, open arena, or escape room. - Fantastic staff who are kind, knowledgeable, and clearly happy to be there. - Excellent happy hour food deals, worth trying even without the VR. - Easy parking and access since attached to the mall. - Pricing for large groups and the tournaments are great... Cons: - ...though the cost for a small group (especially for only one or two people) is a bit prohibitive unless you have deep pockets. Their pricing is entirely reasonable given what you get for it, though this is really the only thing that keeps me from going every week. Maybe one day they'll have a membership or a punchcard pass option!

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Pelagos VR

(11 reviews)

Our second visit wasn't as great as our first. I'd like this place to succeed because it's…read moredifferent and fun but I think the price point is prob too high given the inconsistency of the experience. The first time we came it was on time and we loved the Dragon Tower escape room: it was the perfect mix of puzzle and action. This time we showed up 10 minutes early and they said they were running 5-10 minutes behind because of "cleaning issues". Well it turned into 20 minutes late so thankfully we already canceled our dinner reservations. I think it would've been fine if it wasn't $250 for a family of five for 38 minutes and the ninja trials escape room was not as exciting or interesting as dragon tower. Also one of the equipment pieces we were given was faulty so that made it less fun for one of us.

Pelagos VR is a fantastic addition to the area for unique entertainment, and there are so many…read moreoptions within it! Just as a quick rundown, there are three main types of VR here: the front area where you are strapped into a VR system and can run in place, a virtual escape room, and a VR action arena (large room with VR cameras on the walls and you can physically run around). I haven't tried the escape room and I liked the strap-in ones, though it's the VR arena that really elevates this place. So far I have done Patient Zero and several rounds of the Urban Assault in the arena, and it's an amazing experience. Between the excellent physical tracking, the true-recoil VR guns, and the actual movement in the real world mapping to the VR world, it is insanely immersive and easy to adapt to. It is quite exciting too: I was fortunate enough to participate in their latest tournament and it was chaotic fun from start to finish. The tournaments are a special treat because for now the entry fee is only $20 while the regular experiences run a fair bit more, so it's an insanely good deal for the amount of fun you're having. On top of the excellent experiences, I would be remiss if I didn't highlight their incredible staff. This is mostly a family-run place and it shows with how kind and personable everyone here is, with positive attitudes, a true love for what they do, and excellent mastery of VR tech and training new players. I have met the owner twice and he goes out of his way to make everyone feel welcome and appreciated for their visits. The most underrated part here is actually nothing to do with VR but actually their bar offerings: the happy hour here is every day of the week (including weekends) and you can get $4 beers (including a few local drafts) and very reasonably priced appetizers. If I were in the area and just wanted a quick beer with a friend before doing something else, I would absolutely come here for it at those fantastic prices. Since Pelagos VR is attached to the mall, there is plenty of lot parking very close by, so no issues there. Really the only drawback of this place is the price, particularly if you come by yourself or one other person as their price structure rewards larger groups. I would absolutely come here with a friend group because of that though a date night here would add up fast. I look forward to coming here again with friends, especially for the tournaments. This is one heck of an outing to look forward to! Overall: 5.0 stars ---- Pros: - Amazing and unique VR experiences, truly memorable in every way. - Multiple options, including stationary running, open arena, or escape room. - Fantastic staff who are kind, knowledgeable, and clearly happy to be there. - Excellent happy hour food deals, worth trying even without the VR. - Easy parking and access since attached to the mall. - Pricing for large groups and the tournaments are great... Cons: - ...though the cost for a small group (especially for only one or two people) is a bit prohibitive unless you have deep pockets. Their pricing is entirely reasonable given what you get for it, though this is really the only thing that keeps me from going every week. Maybe one day they'll have a membership or a punchcard pass option!

River City Escape Room

4.2

(36 reviews)

This was really fun!!!!! I can not imagine the words to use, so forgive me for my mundane attempt…read more We started by descending a deep hole and found ourselves bigger and smaller at the same time. Logic was lost and unlogic was our guide. Through a series puzzles and clues we moved from room to room succeeding laughing and looking forward to the next encounter. Great Night !!!! Our hosts were super positive, helpful and encouraging. I will do it again, again and again. Great Night !!!

My 11 yr old and I did the chocolate factory. This was a good level for 2 ppl and a child…read more (Although a couple more ppl might have helped!) The room keeps evolving with great decor and imagination. Supportive staff. The downside was there were a couple clues that need refreshing. In one case the color was faint and worn away. In another the pictures were too dark making it hard to see. Tough if you're in the reading glasses demographic. We still had fun but not up to the level of others we've done.

Room ESC

(7 reviews)

Great time escaping from the Elephant Shujaa room!! It was very realistic and definitely safari hot…read more in there! We especially liked the background music and props were very cool !! You have to be very observant and work in coordination with your team, otherwise you won't make it out in time! The owner was very friendly and the clues interesting! You must work as a team and systematically work through the clues. Fresh eyes are a must, so rotate through your team! You get three hints if needed. A portion of the proceeds go toward elephant preservation! All in all, it was a fantastic experience!! So. Ring your friends and coworkers!!!

I found this escape room which was close to upper Shirley vineyards and added this to our friend's…read morebirthday celebration! We're a bunch of escape room fanatics. :) We did the elephant shujaa room where the objective is to hunt down the poachers. You enter a tent to search for clues to hunt down the location of the poachers to capture them. I really did feel like I was in Africa with the heat (haha). Points for immersion :) We were provided with a walkie-talkie and 3 hints if needed. Sleuthing around the tent required being very observant, attention to detail and team work. The clues made sense and were not convoluted. I wouldn't recommend the max of 8 people. It can get tight in there. Maybe 2-5people. We had a good time despite the heat. We broke out with 11min and 29 seconds to spare with a group of 3. If you're in town, check this place out! I hail from VB so the next time I do come it will be if I'm in the area for other things.

Galaxy Game Truck

4.3

(11 reviews)

Kids loved this game truck! Best party ever, lots of games to try and the staff was very helpful…read more Truck arrived on time and set up was quick and smooth.

Amazing customer service! Kids had a blast!! First party since pandemic and the truck was a hit!!…read moreSo glad we booked with them!

AR Workshop Mechanicsville

4.3

(4 reviews)

First time visiting as we were invited to a kiddo's birthday party. The instructor was very patient…read moreand interactive with our group of enthusiastic 10 year olds. Variety of projects available. All of the kid's throw pillows came out great. I would definitely recommend it as a great venue for a team building activity or small group outing.

Our office held our holiday party at AR Workshop. The owner, her husband and mother were so…read moreaccommodating and helpful. Choosing our craft online was easy and everything was ready for us when we arrived. It was great to see all the different options. Everyone had a great time. They allowed outside food and drinks so it really made for a fun event. Definitely recommend this workshop!!

Hamburger's Party Rentals

4.8

(5 reviews)

I recently visited this establishment to inquire about renting some items for my sons upcoming…read morebirthday party. They have a large selection of any party or wedding rentals you might need. Their prices are also very fair as well. I definitely recommend this place.

Great items at good prices. Midlothian location is perfect. Staff professional. Online system is…read morenot effective - it was down

GameTruck - Richmond

(6 reviews)

We hired gametruck for our non-profit camp in June. Fostering Hope RVA holds a camp for foster…read morechildren, and this year, we surprised them with gametruck. We didn't tell them it was coming, but when they saw it pull up, they were super excited. They had 2 hours to just play any game they wanted. This is such an easy, reasonably priced option for lids/teens and the perfect thing to add to a party. I highly recommend this gametruck! Sidenote: The guy running the truck was very professional and friendly.

I definitely recommend this company if you are in search of a great GameTruck experience. They were…read morevery professional and it was a big hit for my son's 16th Birthday. I look forward to doing business with them again

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