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When to Book Holiday Party Entertainment

A simple timeline, so you get the date you want.

Practical advice from Eric Mina, magician and hypnotist, after 20+ years and more than 1,000 live shows.

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Holiday party season is short. Most companies want the same handful of Friday and Saturday nights in December. Here is a simple timeline.

The timeline

  • July to August: Pick your date and venue. Large companies and popular dates book now.
  • September to October: The best time to book entertainment. Most December weekends are still open.
  • November: Weekend dates get scarce. Weeknights are still available.
  • December: Last-minute bookings sometimes work, but options are limited.

Consider a January party

More companies now hold their party in January. Dates are easier to get, venues cost less, and your team is not burned out from a packed December calendar. It still feels like a celebration of the year.

What to have ready when you reach out

  • Your date and rough start time
  • City and venue, if you have one
  • Guest count
  • What you want: magic at the reception, a stage show, hosting, or all three

That is all Eric needs to check availability. Start here.

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