A Charmed Affair
I distinctly remember the day I met Jenna. It was freezing. Not just cold, somewhere in the -20s, and we were at a winter festival in Edmonton. Jenna and her Ice Queen “sister” had just finished a meet and greet with young guests. They were heading indoors to warm up when we asked for a photo. I’m sure they were frozen to the bone, but with the biggest smiles on their faces they looked right at the girls and enthusiastically said “Of course!”
It was magic.
That photo stayed on my fridge for three years. The girls often told the story about the time they got to meet the princesses. Their day had been made by a simple act of kindness that really encapsulates what “A Charmed Affair” is all about.
“A Charmed Affair” is the business owned by Jenna and her mom Lori. They offer character entertainment that comes right to your door, for everything from birthday parties to corporate events and fundraisers to festivals. Little did I know that their story started with an encounter much like our own.
The fairy-tale beginning…
Jenna was just a tween when her mom hired a character for a special event. She was captivated by the encounter! Jenna couldn’t wait to turn 16 so she could get her driver’s licence and become a princess-for-hire. She loved the job so much that she and Lori decided to start a business of their own. “A Charmed Affair” was born!
Fast forward to today and the company is made up of nearly 30 team members offering almost 90 different costumed characters. Their most popular include princesses, superheroes and holiday favourites. Birthday parties, events and festival visits are their most-requested offerings.
Party Time
Birthday Party packages include complete family entertainment and can feature character favourites from Princesses and Superheroes to Mermaids, Unicorns, Fairies, Dinosaurs and more! Packages offer everything from character visits to themed events like “Spa Party”, “Science Party” and even “Puppy Party”! Characters will dance, skate, perform and even go on parade! Birthday parties with characters from A Charmed Affair are known to be the most high-energy and interactive celebrations around! The guest of honour will feel pretty special too, thanks to the extra touches. Princess Party packages come with a special rhinestone tiara for the birthday princess to keep and Superhero party packages include a personalized cape for the birthday hero!
In 2024 the Charmed Party Room opened its doors! This sweet party space can be rented for your event and decorated to match any theme. Your rental comes with coordinating tableware and an attendant, so you don’t have to worry about set up or clean up! The venue is also the perfect place for A Charmed Affair to host events, workshops and daycamps!
Teamwork makes the dream work!
Jenna and Lori are quick to share credit with their team. Talented performers and people who truly love kids make up their group. It includes experienced performing artists, early childhood educators and ECE students, and even performers who’ve worked for Disney!
With talent like that, it’s easy to see how “A Charmed Affair” is able to expand its offerings. Jenna and Lori have also decided to start hosting some events of their own. It’s their way of creating a next-level character experience for families.
Each Fall, “A Charmed Affair” hosts their annual Halloween Villains’ Ball. Favourite haracters host a family-friendly dance party where kids and their families are invited to show off their “dreadful” dance moves! There are also sweet treats and spooktacular performances throughout the night. Click HERE for information about the 2024 Villains Ball on Friday, October 18!
Another spectacular event put on by the team at “A Charmed Affair” was the Royal Wedding of Cinderella nd Prince Charming! The ballroom at Sherwood Park’s Clarion Hotel was transformed into an exquisite royal reception to celebrate the storied couple! Guests of honour watched as bridesmaids Ariel, Belle, Jasmine and Aurora led Cinderella and Prince Charming down the aisle, and after a delicious dinner of kid-friendly favourites, guests and characters mingled, sang and danced the night away!
PD Day Camps and Summer Camps!
The dream team is always coming up with new and exciting options for kids and families – that includes PD Day Camps and Summer Camps! Keep an eye on the Events Page of their website for the latest offerings for kids who love imaginative play, music, characters and so much more!
Book camps, events or parties:
- PD DAY CAMPS AND SUMMER CAMPS: Find camp information HERE
- BIRTHDAY PARTIES AND PRIVATE BOOKINGS: Learn more HERE
Editor’s note: I wrote this article as a paid partnership with A Charmed Affair, a local small business that I truly admire. I thank Lori and Jenna for trusting me to help tell their story.