Booking Policies

Clear expectations that keep bookings smooth and professional.

These Laughing Llama booking policies are here to make sure event details, payment timing, setup needs, and guest safety are all easy to understand from the start.

  • Fully insured
  • Deposit required to secure the date
  • Updated 5/21/2026
Laughing Llama outdoor event setup beneath a tent.
Organized face painting setup indoors.

Booking security

Inquiry does not hold the date

Dates are secured only after agreement and required payment are complete

Coverage

Fully insured

Insurance documentation is available when needed

Outdoor note

Shade & safe working conditions required

Weather, surface conditions, and lighting all matter

Travel

Fees may apply

Travel and insurance fees depend on event details and location

Outdoor Laughing Llama setup with menu board, chair, and painting station.
Setup, safety, and event conditions

Practical details that help the event run well.

Laughing Llama keeps this clear up front so there are no surprises on event day. These are not meant to feel intimidating. They are simply the conditions that help the work stay safe, polished, and guest-friendly.

Face painting setup

Mel uses a 6-foot table, director's chair, step stool, and can bring a 10x10 tent if needed.

Outdoor conditions

Outdoor events require shade, weather accommodations, adequate lighting, and safe working conditions.

Guest safety

Paint is not applied over irritated skin, open wounds, or visibly sick guests. Clean brushes and sponges are part of standard sanitation practices.

Under age 2 note

Face painting is not recommended for children under age 2. If it is still requested, it is fully at the parent or guardian's discretion, with Laughing Llama assuming no responsibility or liability.

Pricing & minimums

A quick view of the most important booking numbers.

Specific quotes are still shaped by timing, location, guest flow, and event needs. You can also review the FAQ, Accessibility, Face Painting, and Verified, Insured & Event Ready pages before booking.

Face Painting

$100 per hour with a 2-hour minimum, plus a $50 travel & insurance fee.

Tarot Experiences

Available for event booths, mini readings, private gatherings, markets, and one-on-one sessions.

Laughter Yoga

Usually offered in 30 to 60 minute sessions, with travel and insurance considerations based on the event.

Travel note

Travel and insurance fees may apply depending on event location, timing, and setup needs.

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Policy FAQ

The details people ask about most.

Does sending an inquiry secure the date?

No. An inquiry starts the conversation, but the date is only secured after the agreement is signed and the required deposit or payment is completed.

How are deposits handled?

A 50% deposit is required to reserve the booking date. Deposit payments are completed through invoice.

What is the cancellation policy?

Deposits are refundable with at least 2 weeks notice before the event. Within 2 weeks of the event date, deposits become non-refundable.

Can insurance documentation be provided?

Yes. Laughing Llama is fully insured and can provide documentation when a venue, school, festival, or host organization asks for it.

Ready to talk through the details?

The policies are here to make booking easier, not harder. Reach out and Mel can help clarify what your event needs.