Clowns for hire near me

Hire a clown to bring laughter, joy, and unforgettable antics to your next event. Find clowns for hire near you, with profiles, pricing, and FAQs to help you book with confidence.

Where do you need a Clown?

FAQ about booking a Clown

On average, professional clowns cost about $100-$300 for 1 hour of entertainment making them one of the more affordable children’s performers. The exact price will vary depending on your location, the length of your event, the clown’s experience, and which activities you’d like them to do. Some clowns will also offer face painting, balloon twisting, or magic shows.

Clowns are most commonly booked for 1-hour appearances. Consider the size of your event and the number of attendees that will be present, especially children, when determining how long to book a clown for. When planning larger events, you might consider hiring multiple clowns to mingle and interact with your guests.

Tipping is always recommended and encouraged for any performer you hire. Consider your satisfaction with their performance as well as the experience of working with them when choosing a tip amount. Standard tipping practices suggest you tip 10-20% of the total booking price. You could also discuss a tip jar of some sort for the performer to let your guests handle the tipping.

With their colorful costumes and silly jokes, party clowns are well-suited for providing kids entertainment for events like children’s birthday parties and school fairs or festivals.

But clowns are not limited to kids birthdays – they can be fun party entertainment for all types of events. Consider clown characters for your family-friendly corporate events, company picnics, block parties, or anycircus-themed party.

Clowns around Frederick, MD

Featured

Courtney’s Character Corner

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
15 Verified bookings

  • Halethorpe, MD
  • Princess Party / Clown
  • $175+

Janelle B. said “Courtney was very responsive and flexible! She was a wonderful Easter bunny for our event and was warm and engaging with the children. I highly recommend her. ”
Featured

Miss Molly Dazzle

5.0 (15)
35 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Fire Performer / Clown
  • $1,200 - $2,500

Daniel Z. said “Beyond exceeded my expectations. Stop scrolling just hire her and know she is going to do a great job. She is the best investment I made in this party. Showed up with her FIRE CROWN which blew... ”
Featured

Bubbles Productions

4.76 (187)
253 Verified bookings

  • Bowie, MD
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Clown
  • $150 - $2000

Marda M. said “The clown painted beautiful faces and created nice balloon animals. The kids were happy! ”
Featured

Jason Levinson & Company

4.97 (34)
Top Performer
106 Verified bookings

  • Silver Spring, MD
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Clown
  • Contact for rates

Kalie B. said “We hired this caricature team for our holiday party, and they were an absolute hit! Sue and Bill's drawings were hilarious, charming, and perfectly captured everyone’s personalities in a fun,... ”
See more Clowns near me

Clowns for hire across the U.S. and Canada:

United States

Canada

Why book Clowns

Clown entertainment is a great option if you’re looking for some family-friendly entertainment for your special occasion. Clowns are perfect for birthday parties, fairs, festivals, and community events. They can entertain guests of all ages with silly jokes, magic tricks, and balloon animals!

When booking a clown, take the time to browse profiles for photos and videos to see what services they offer and if they fit your vision for the event. Read reviews from past clients to learn more about what it’s like to work with them. Once you find a clown you want to hire, get all the details in writing with a contract or booking agreement. When you book on GigSalad, your payments are secure and protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee.

Request free quotes from Clowns near you!

Clown pricing

The best way to get accurate pricing is to request free, personalized quotes from Clowns near you.

To give you a ballpark, we’ve used past GigSalad quotes to get average nationwide pricing for hiring a Clown.

Get party planning tips

Check out the GigSalad blog for unique party ideas and expert advice on how to plan amazing events.

With a dazzling array of possibilities, deciding how to celebrate Pride Month can be quite a challenge. From vibrant rainbow-themed decorations to inclusive activities and inspiring events, our party ideas cater to every preference, ensuring your pride celebrations are both joyful and meaningful. Whether you're planning an intimate pride party or a grand community celebration, we have the perfect suggestions to make your event shine with love, acceptance, and unforgettable moments.

Read more

Planning a birthday party that matches your child's age and interests is the key to creating a day they'll never forget. Whether you're wrangling toddlers, entertaining energetic grade-schoolers, or trying to impress tweens, we've got fun birthday party ideas for kids at every stage. Check out these age-appropriate themes and activities to make your kid's next birthday a blast!

Read more

Throwing a memorable kids' birthday party doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With a little creativity and some savvy planning, you can pull off an event that’s big on joy and low on stress, without emptying your wallet. We’ve rounded up budget-friendly tips for invitations, food, favors, and entertainment that will make your child’s big day a big hit.

Read more

Are you a Clown?

Join GigSalad to showcase your talent and connect with planners looking to hire Clowns in the United States and Canada.

Create a free profile