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The opulent world of six-figure kids birthday parties in Silicon Valley
From “quiet luxury” to custom Chaco Tacos, birthday parties for the kids of Silicon Valley’s elite can be extra extravagant. We spoke to the clowns, magicians and planners behind the elaborate events.
For clowns, magicians, balloon twisters, circus performers and party planners, the Bay Area’s great weather, phenomenal wealth and talent pool smaller than those of New York or L.A. make it a dreamy place to earn a living in children’s entertainment. Here, parents shell out five figures or more to create an unforgettable experience that may include a coterie of performers, live animals, elaborate catering, custom swag bags and intricate sets designed to transport children to another world. Myri Dujovne, who offers expansive balloon installations alongside full-service party planning at her business Fun and Confetti, said parents are gravitating toward interactive foods — snacktivities, if you will — like build-your-own waffles, soft-serve ice cream from carts laden with topping options, and customizable pizzas, finished off in ovens hauled to the site.
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