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265 Variety Shows for hire nationwide

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Mentalist Sidney Friedman

5.0 (47)
Top Performer
45 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Mentalist / Variety Show
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Nik H. said “As our featured entertainer, Sidney brought mind-blowing mentalism, unforgettable audience interaction, and a polished, professional energy that had students, parents, and educators on the edge of... ”
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The Friends Band

5.0 (2)
4 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cover Band / Variety Show
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Holly S. said “I cannot say enough about the Friends Band. They made my party a blast! Everyone loved the music and danced to each and every song. Thank you guys so much. I will be reaching out to hire you soon... ”
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Cirque de Vol

4.85 (4)

  • Chicago, IL
  • Circus Entertainment / Variety Show
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $300-$60k

Dindy R. said “Cirque de Vol has been at our Youth Arts Festival two times and they have always been extremely professional and entertaining for both children and adults. They are completely dependable and very easy... ”
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  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • Game Show / Variety Show
  • 20 miles from Evanston
  • $395.00 - $1995.00

Kyle C. said “Harris was awesome and professional through all communications. Set up was prompt and on time, friendly and personable. Show was hilarious, fun, engaging, and everyone is still talking about it. It... ”

IYQ Entertainment

4.95 (16)
Top Performer
48 Verified bookings

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • Magician / Variety Show
  • 10 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Kaitlyn H. said “Keith was perfect for our bachelorette party. This last weekend. He kept us entertained, amazed us with some magic and was a great addition to our weekend. Would highly recommend Keith for any... ”

Safire Belly Dancers of Chicago

5.0 (46)
Top Performer
43 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Belly Dancer / Variety Show
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Romie S. said “People were in awe with the performance and Ashorina’s attitude. She engaged the guests so well and mesmerized the crowd! ”

Red Hot Annie

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
15 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cabaret Entertainment / Variety Show
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $650 and up

Marc A. said “We hired Red Hot Annie and two other dancers for a bachelor party for our friend last month. Everything was outstanding and professional and fun. On fairly short notice, I asked for a special song... ”

  • Carol Stream, IL
  • Dance Troupe / Variety Show
  • 25 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Chicago Honey Bear Dancers, producers of customized song & dance shows worldwide since 1976. All Demographics | Any Theme | Cherished Worldwide Top-notch...
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Larry Wirtz

5.0 (1)

  • Crown Point, IN
  • Magician / Variety Show
  • 46 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Arlene O. said “Our group Grassroots Homeschoolers had Larry come and present Follow the Leader - A Bully Prevention program. It was awesome and kept the kids interested and asking questions. I will have him back... ”
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  • Milwaukee, WI
  • Circus Entertainment / Variety Show
  • 70 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Stacey E. said “Rosie was very helpful in finding the right entertainment for our first annual gala. Cornell was a fabulous german wheel performer and also performed talented acts of diabolo! ”
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Zach Michel - Comedy Magician

4.97 (35)
70 Verified bookings

  • Madison, WI
  • Magician / Variety Show
  • 112 miles from Evanston
  • $350-$2000

Hope H. said “Zach was funny and definitely left our minds wandering how he did the trick. I highly recommend him. He was a crowd pleaser. ”
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Fox Valley Fire

5.0 (4)

  • Madison, WI
  • Fire Performer / Variety Show
  • 112 miles from Evanston
  • $300 to $10,000

Kassandra H. said “Working with this group from start to finish was very easy. Their performance was also great and very fun to watch for all ages. I would highly recommend them for an event if you are looking for... ”
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Trino

5.0 (9)

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • Corporate Magician / Variety Show
  • 121 miles from Evanston
  • $$$

Morgan L. said “I had the privilege to see Trino perform at a company event and it was nothing short of brilliant! The way he combines comedy and magic had us all hooked. A one hour show seemed to be over in moments,... ”
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Comedy in Motion with Bob Cates

4.98 (18)
Top Performer
45 Verified bookings

  • Okemos, MI
  • Corporate Comedian / Variety Show
  • 173 miles from Evanston
  • $2500-$7500

Diana S. said “There was lots of fun and laughter when Bob Cates of Comedy in Motion came to entertain us!! We hired Bob for our Christian school fundraiser and he was excellent to work with. He had everyone... ”
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Michigan Entertainment & Talent Group

5.0 (8)
15 Verified bookings

  • Owosso, MI
  • Circus Entertainment / Variety Show
  • 191 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Keosha N. said “The face painter did a fantastic job for my son 4th birthday. She did a fantastic job on all the designs. All the kids loved it. Thank you! ”

Copper Tom - Jump Around Parties

4.84 (22)
4 Verified bookings

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Variety Show
  • 203 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Stephanie K. said “The children at our annual Dexter Summer Festival loved Copper Tom's performance. Would book again. ”

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Quick facts for Variety Shows

154 quotes sent

In the past year, Variety Shows have sent 154 quotes to event planners.

287th most popular

Variety Shows rank #287 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

5 out of 5 stars

There are 516 Variety Show reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

1.1 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.1 days (on average) to hire a Variety Show.

About booking Variety Shows

A little bit of this, a little bit of that, why not? There is never a dull moment during a variety show, you can’t go wrong. Comedy, music, dance, why choose one when you could have them all! Spice up your next event with not just one theme, but a variety of fun. You can book a variety show for a variety of events, from fairs and fundraisers to corporate events and private parties. Your guests will be patting you on the back for providing such a fun and entertaining show!

Hiring a variety show for your event is a great way to make sure you provide a little something for everyone. Variety Shows are perfect for parties or fundraisers, and can range from political satire to impersonators to light entertainment, with each act being introduced by a master of ceremonies or emcee.

There are a few things to remember when hiring a variety show for your special event. You want to find variety shows that specialize in the style of entertainment that you want for your event. Do you want music to be a part of it? Or is comedy most important? Do you want a family friendly performance or something geared for adults? These are just a couple questions you should ask yourself before you start your search. You should always ask to view video of their past performances. Also, read reviews and call references. Talk to people that have seen or booked the show in the past. Feedback is a great way to ensure you book the best. Last, always get a contract. Read it carefully and work out any details in regards to deposit requirements, length of performance, scheduled breaks, attire, travel, and lodging. Also, inquire about specifics. Will the variety show need a special type of floor or stage? How much area is needed?