About Happy Times Hire
Creating happy times, one event at a time...
Hi! We’re Susan and Nik — the duo behind Happy Times Hire.
We’re not your average event hire crew. We’re the ones who show up with a van full of good vibes, great gear, and an unshakeable belief that every event deserves to be unforgettable — for all the right reasons.
This business started as a dream (and a lot of caffeine) back in 2018 with our first baby: Happy Times Photo Booth Hire. From there, we slowly added more magic — a game here, an arbour there — and before we knew it, we had a full-blown hire business bursting with character, colour, and charisma. Enter: Happy Times Hire.
We believe planning a party should feel exciting, not exhausting. Our goal?
To make your event look amazing, feel effortless, and be remembered long after the last balloon pops.
Meet Your Memory-Makers
Susan is the heart, hustle, and creative force behind the scenes (and occasionally behind the photo booth). She’s been obsessed with parties since planning her first Halloween at 16, and she’s all about the small details that make big moments.
Nik is the muscle, the tech brain, and the fun machine whisperer. If it’s got buttons, plugs in, or lights up — he’s your guy. He moved to Melbourne from Sydney over a decade ago and never looked back (except to check if he turned the popcorn machine off).
Together? We make a pretty great team. (And yes, we still high-five after every successful bump-in.)
What Makes Us Different?
We’re not just here to drop off a few props and peace out.
We’re here to help you set the vibe, create moments, and make your event feel like you.
What sets us apart?
- Our fun and quirky vibe that shines through everything we do
- A touch of retro charm and vintage flair, especially in our photo booths and styled pieces
- A personal touch — we’re hands-on, helpful, and genuinely care about making your day amazing
We’re based in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne, where Susan grew up and still calls home. While we’re expanding across Melbourne, our roots here run deep — and local love is part of what keeps our business thriving.
A Few Fun Facts:
- We once fit a giant flower wall, cornhole set, and two photo booths into one car. We don’t recommend it.
- Our red carpet has made more dramatic entrances than we have.
- We can set up a fairy floss machine in under 5 minutes — but stopping ourselves from eating it? That takes discipline.
What We Hope You Remember
That we are easy to work with. That we are fun. That we helped you create a killer vibe for your event. And that your guests had a blast — the kind of memories that get talked about long after the last slushy is slurped.