Is two and a half hours too long?

[GoatWithACoat]

For a birthday party for a 2 or 3 year old?

I mean, kudos to the parents for having the patience but 1.5 hours seems plenty to me. I’m talking a hire hall party with bouncy castle, then cake etc.

Too much or about right?

It’s a long time and they’ll be shattered by 2 hours is pretty normal so it’s not much more than that.

Way too long.

2 hours max - preferably 90 mins in my opinion.

90 mind for that age. Any longer and there will be tears.

What looks the least rude, turning up late or leaving early? My 2 year old won’t be able to last that long. Just wondering how to handle it?

Leaving early is better- plead a family birthday or something.