I need to explain the child's ticket is free and that the parent would need to buy there's........
Are parents required to stay?
"We will be paying movie admission for all of our child guests. Parents are welcome to stay. The approximate cost for adult movie admission is '$7. 50'."
My 7 yr. old son attended a Museum party, where his 2 brothers & I were also welcome. It clearly stated as above...I took no offense to it and I think most people are understading, considering the poor economy.
Tickets available for parents at their own expense.
How old are the children and why would the parents be expecting to attend? I never had parties when the parents stayed - that's half the fun of the party!! If they are really little (but you still think they can sit through the movie) and you need help, then ask a friend or two to stay and buy their tickets only. You cannot invite people and not pay for them - so don't invite the parents!
I agree that an invitation designed like a movie ticket is fun for the kids - don't make it "child's ticket" - just "admit one" and put the name of the movie and your daughter plus the date, time, etc. You could also put a "pick-up" time in addition to the start time, so parents know when to come back. That ought to do it!
Children's tickets free, Parent's tickets are $...
However much they are.
How about:
Come join us for Lucy's 6th birthday party!
Sat June 25th, 2011
2pm-5pm
Movie Theatre name
**Parents, we have got your child covered for their fun, but if want to join in--the ticket is on you :)
Hope this helps- or something like it- GL!
M
Make the invitation look like a movie ticket and put "One Free Child Admission" on it. You don't even need to say that the parents need to buy their own ticket, they don't have a "Free Admission" ticket. = )
I would be surprised if any of the parents expected you to buy them a ticket anyways.
Have fun!
I doubt you really have to explain this at all.
If anyone seems unsure, just say "I have tickets for all of the girls over here..." They'll get it. :)
I would draw a big movie ticket. With time,when, where. You could make it really cute.
