Mobile ear piercing for parties and events

Parents and groups booking a piercing party, event organizers who want a service at a pop-up, and individuals who prefer an appointment away from a studio.

A fee per piercing with jewellery priced on top, sometimes with a minimum booking fee or travel charge for events.

• Strict hygiene and sterile technique
• Calm, friendly manner with groups and young clients
• Organizing bookings and travel
• Setting up a clean workspace anywhere

• Many health units do not allow piercing outside inspected premises, so confirm in writing before investing
• Commercial general liability insurance that covers off-site work
• Parental consent and age rules, which vary by province
• Safe disposal of sharps and keeping the workspace clean away from base
• Municipal business licence or vendor permit rules for markets and events
• Slow winter months and travel time between bookings

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $1,500 to $5,000, depending on your kit, insurance and travel setup. Monthly revenue is estimated at roughly $600 to $3,000, depending on how many events and appointments you book.

Many health units do not allow piercing outside inspected premises, so confirm in writing before investing. Also check parental consent and age rules, which vary by province, insurance that covers off-site work, and municipal vendor permit rules for markets and events.

Estimates suggest at least around 6 hours a week, fitted around pre-booked events. You'll need strict hygiene and sterile technique, a calm manner with groups and young clients, and the ability to organize bookings and travel.