Find a Key Claw Machine – A Fun Wedding Favour Alternative Your Guests Will Never Forget in Northern Ireland
- John-Rhys & Gary Cassidy-McClean
- Jan 21
- 4 min read
When it comes to wedding favours, couples are increasingly asking the same question: how do we do something different that guests will actually remember? Enter our Find a Key Claw Machine – a fun, nostalgic and interactive wedding favour alternative that has quickly become a must-have at weddings across Northern Ireland.
Exclusive to EVENTS BY Cassidy McCleans, this elevated take on the classic arcade claw machine delivers laughter, competition, and unforgettable after‑dinner entertainment – all wrapped into one incredible experience.
What Is a Find a Key Claw Machine?
A Find a Key Claw Machine is our modern, luxury twist on the traditional claw machine you remember from childhood – but designed specifically for weddings.
Instead of teddy bears, the machine is filled with prize balls, sweet treats and hidden keys. Every guest gets the chance to play, relive a bit of nostalgia, and compete to win exciting prizes chosen by you.
It’s not just a machine – it’s an experience. One that brings queues, laughter, excitement and that buzz every couple wants their guests to feel on the day.
Why the Claw Machine Is a Must‑Have at Weddings
Traditional wedding favours are often forgotten, left behind on tables or quietly binned the next day. We wanted to change that.
The Find a Key Claw Machine was created to replace forgettable favours with something interactive, fun and memorable.
Here’s why couples love this wedding favour alternative:
A fun alternative to traditional wedding favours
Every guest plays and every guest wins.
Built‑in wedding entertainment
Perfect for after the meal while the room is being turned around.
Nostalgic & interactive
Guests love the arcade feel and the excitement of the claw.
Creates atmosphere & conversation
There are queues every time and guests talk about it long after the wedding.
A little friendly competition
Everyone wants to be the one who finds a key and unlocks a big prize.
This one feature covers wedding favours, entertainment and after‑dinner entertainment all in one.
How Does the Find a Key Claw Machine Work?
We take care of everything from start to finish, making the process seamless and stress‑free for couples.
Morning Setup – Table Favours
We arrive in the morning to set up your table favours. Each guest receives a personalised token that activates the claw machine.
Tokens are presented in stylish token cases
Token cases are personalised with your names and bridal colours
These are placed on tables as your wedding favours
You simply provide your names and colour scheme – we design the rest.
Evening Setup – The Main Event
After the meal service, we return to transform the area into a show‑stopping feature:
Luxury claw machine setup
Red carpet & VIP ropes
2 uniformed attendants keeping the craic going and interacting with guests
Every ball inside the machine is filled with sweet treats, ensuring every guest wins something.
Photo Credit: Ryan Ward Photography
The Big Prizes & The Keys
You provide 4 larger prizes for guests to win. These can be as big or as small as you like.
Smaller prizes are placed inside the machine’s built‑in safes
Larger prizes are displayed beside the machine
Safes contain envelopes revealing the prize
The keys to open the 4 safes are hidden inside 4 prize balls within the machine. Guests play to find the keys – adding excitement, suspense and competition.
Prize Ideas – Go Big or Keep It Personal
Couples love how flexible the prizes can be. Past prizes have included:
Perfumes & aftershaves worn on the wedding day
Bottles of champagne & luxury chocolates
Apple iPads & AirPods
Spa vouchers for Galgorm Resort & Spa
Experience vouchers & personalised gifts
Whether sentimental or extravagant, the choice is completely yours.
David & Steven “The claw machine was a huge hit with the guests!”
Amanda & Kurt “We booked the claw machine, and it went down an absolute treat! It was fun watching all our guests and the mystery of what was to be won. Gary & his lovely staff enjoyed the craic and captured amazing videos for our memories. I most definitely recommend!”
Chloe & Robin “In the evening the Claw Machine was an absolute hit with guests excited to win their favours and a few select prizes.
Victoria & Aaron “We booked the claw machine for our wedding, and everyone LOVED it. They kept the craic going and were just such lovely people!”
Caitlin & Ryan “Everyone keeps saying how different this was. 5 stars!”
Kristine & Matt “The claw machine was a massive hit with our guests and made the night. Service was second to none. Highly recommend!”
Why Choose EVENTS BY Cassidy‑McCleans?
Our Find a Key Claw Machine is exclusive to EVENTS BY Cassidy McCleans and has quickly become one of the most talked‑about wedding features we offer.
We don’t just provide equipment – we create moments, atmosphere and memories your guests will talk about long after the last dance.
If you’re looking for:
A unique wedding favour alternative
Interactive wedding entertainment
Something completely different for your guests
The Find a Key Claw Machine is the perfect addition to your day.
Want to check availability or find out more? Get in touch with EVENTS BY Cassidy McCleans and let’s bring the fun to your wedding.
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