The Silly Sea Sponge announces himself with a laugh, a big, easy one that has the room grinning back before anyone's heard the joke. He's endlessly sure of himself, certain he could out-cook, out-dance, or out-bubble anyone in the yard, and he's right just often enough to keep trying. From his very first hello he treats the birthday child like a friend he's simply been away from for a while, not someone he's meeting for the first time.
Planning a Chicago party? Silly Sea Sponge travels throughout Chicagoland, including Naperville, Evanston, Schaumburg, with everything needed for a full character visit.
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His costume is a lightweight, breathable suit with a textured surface built to hold its square shape through hours of dancing and games. The tie and shorts are stitched to stay put through a full round of silly dance moves, and the fabric is bright enough to photograph cleanly under any lighting, indoors or out.
Simple cheek art or a temporary tattoo, included with every visit.
A high-energy dance-off your character leads with the guests.
Plenty of posed photos with the birthday child and every guest.
Availability varies by costume, performer, and your requests. Simple cheek art is included; balloon twisting is an add-on and subject to availability.
Singing is available on request and depends on the performer — every visit still includes character-led songs, games, and dancing.
Weekend dates around Chicago fill quickly. We recommend requesting your quote as early as you can — though we accommodate shorter-notice parties whenever a performer is available.
Absolutely — many Chicago families book two or three characters together. Add them in the quote builder and you'll see combined pricing instantly.
We serve all of Chicagoland from Chicago — see the full Chicago service area.
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