Every December, Austin event planners face the same problem: the venues are booked, the caterers are booked, and the entertainment worth having is booked. The companies with the most talked-about holiday parties made their entertainment decision back in August or September.
The Holiday Booking Timeline
- August to September: best availability, first pick of dates, time to customize the show
- October: prime Friday and Saturday December dates start disappearing
- November: limited availability, mostly weekday slots remain
- December: last-minute scramble, premium pricing, few options
Why Mentalism Works for Holiday Parties
Holiday parties mix departments, spouses, ages, and cultures, which is exactly the audience mentalism is built for. It needs no shared pop-culture references, no language-dependent humor, and no dance floor courage. A mind-reading moment lands the same way for the engineering intern and the CFO's spouse, and it gives everyone something to talk about besides work.
The format flexes to your party: strolling mentalism while guests arrive and mingle, a featured stage show between dinner and dancing, or both.
What Austin Companies Should Look For
Choose an entertainer with a corporate track record, completely clean material, and reviews you can verify. Shine, The Mentalist performs for company holiday parties across Austin and Central Texas, with more than 150 five-star Google reviews and show formats for groups from 20 to 300 or more.
Lock In Your December Date Now
If your company party is planned for November or December, now is the time to confirm entertainment. Dates are held on a first-come basis.
Planning an event in Austin, Round Rock, or anywhere in Central Texas? Get in touch with Shine, The Mentalist for availability and a custom quote.