- Lake Zurich, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- 8 miles from Cary
- $400 and up
Vivian B. said
“Performance was great! Would highly recommend to book for your event. Ferny kept the performance high energy throughout! ”
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462 College Entertainers serving Cary, IL
- South Barrington, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- 10 miles from Cary
- Contact for rates
James W. said
“Brenden did an awesome job for our PBIS reward assembly. He had all the students engaged, and all the magic tricks were appropriate for the ages. We did two separate assemblies, one for K-2 and one... ”
- Arlington Heights, IL
- Balloon Twister / College Entertainment
- 16 miles from Cary
- Contact for rates
Jessica H. said
“Jay Jay performed for our school's summer party and it was a hit! Children ages 2-10 (and their parents) were all so tuned in to Jay Jay's show and everyone really enjoyed it. Afterwards, every... ”
- Wheeling, IL
- Caricaturist / College Entertainment
- 17 miles from Cary
- $125 per hour
Kiev D. said
“Marlene was absolutely fabulous - great character and good attitude. Her drawings had so much life to them and beautiful addition of a pop of color. We were impressed with her work and so glad we... ”
- Batavia, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- 25 miles from Cary
- $500 and up
Mario V. said
“I booked Bill for a surprise 40th birthday party for my brother-in-law. To say that the experience was great would be an understatement-- he was phenomenal! From his communication and punctuality,... ”
- Warrenville, IL
- Face Painter / College Entertainment
- 28 miles from Cary
- $180 and up
Laura C. said
“Lazuli Party was so fun and professional! We had a group of 6 year olds at our house and she took her time with each of them to make them feel special while face painting. She even stayed a bit past... ”
- Naperville, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- 32 miles from Cary
- Contact for rates
Laura O. said
“The BackFroward band was a hit with our community Indepdence Celebration. Played great 80s/90s hits! They were very accommodating on getting a late start due to prior band timing. Gracious mentions... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Comedian / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- $50 - $500
Jefford H. said
“I planned an event at my synagogue in which Tyler served as the headliner after 9 lay-comedians. Needless to say, he was by far the most hilarious of the night and had everyone in stitches! Apart from... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- $699 - 7500
Lina D. said
“We hired the January Lanterns for a cocktail/dinner party. The music was so wonderful and perfect for an event like this. Andrew is so polite and so talented. He was able to tuck in a space when we... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- $250-$8000
Masha S. said
“Cecy and the musicians did such a great job at our party. We had a guitar player and percussions accompanying Cece - both excellent musicians. Our guest kept asking where we discovered them. It was... ”
- Chicago, IL
- DJ / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- Contact for rates
Jeff F. said
“There was a small hiccup but dj eddy (Santa) came through with flying colors- u need a Santa he’s the one you want trust me!!! ”
- Hoffman Estates, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- 12 miles from Cary
- Contact for rates
Jonathan F. said
“What's great here is that Who Knew provided professionalism the entire way; from the first email to the end-of-the-night. They listened to what I wanted and not just delivered, but succeeded (played... ”
- Elgin, IL
- Balloon Twister / College Entertainment
- 12 miles from Cary
- $125.00 an hour
Katerina said
“Pete was a stellar vendor from the minute he walked through the door. He is direct and clear in his communication. He is thoughtful in asking for themes and pre-making balloons. Most importantly he is... ”
- Arlington Heights, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- 16 miles from Cary
- $200-1000
Leonard R. said
“We had several teenagers and many teachers and staff--he entertained us all with not just magic which was high level but also comedy that was great too! All around professional! ”
- Des Plaines, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- 22 miles from Cary
- $400 - $100,000
Danny C. said
“We had a wonderful time with Dennis at the office. We recommend him for any event- large or small. ”
- Glenview, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- 24 miles from Cary
- $250.00 and up
Kelly S. said
“We had a birthday party for my six year old and Terrence was the main event. He had our small group little people rolling in laughter and disbelief - it was too fun. I would highly recommend... ”
- Lake Geneva, WI
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- 28 miles from Cary
- Contact for rates
Elysse L. said
“We loved the Petty Thieves. Absolutely loved them. Super kind and courteous, phenomenal musicians, and they played the best selection of music that we could have asked for. We adored having them... ”
- Naperville, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- 32 miles from Cary
- Contact for rates
Esther B. said
“I only have amazing things to say about John! I just got off the phone with him, he was so friendly and helpful, fun and very very experienced, with over forty years! With a show that includes dogs... ”
- Kenosha, WI
- Caricaturist / College Entertainment
- 34 miles from Cary
- $300 and up
Luis B. said
“From the get-go, Paul was an absolute standout in our recent corporate event planning. His flexibility and communicative approach set a high bar from the initial stages. He didn't just meet our... ”
- Oswego, IL
- DJ / College Entertainment
- 37 miles from Cary
- $1000 - $2700
Ken O. said
“DJ Freddie handled all the song requests and had the crowd dancing! He was open to us submitting our own setlist and he built a song list around our setlist that we submitted which was amazing! He... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- 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... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- $650-$2500
Nikki W. said
“The band was energetic and engaged the entire crowd. They played a great variety of music. The dance floor was full the entire evening. We could not be happier with the experience, they were... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Motivational Speaker / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- $12k to 80k, exceptions possible.
Kimberly L. said
“The timing of Chad's message about overcoming obstacles, perseverance, and dealing with life's challenges was perfect as we bring students back to begin a new school year. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Motivational Speaker / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- $2500 and up
Mariko N. said
“Excellent speaker ”
- Chicago, IL
- Casino Party Rentals / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- $200-$5,000
Kim said
“We had a great 50th birthday party for my husband and the casino tables were a huge hit! Contract and payment process was easy. Clear instructions on what was needed for space and event was... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Comedian / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- Contact for rates
Brett B. said
“I had a comedy show at my restaurant Twisted Anchor in Wilmington, IL. We ended up selling out of tickets with 4 people on standby. Everyone enjoyed the show & had a great night. ”
The Other Woman
New member- Lake Forest, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- 21 miles from Cary
- $500 and up
The Other Woman is a high-energy Chicago-area cover band built to get people dancing, singing and having a great time. Our setlist spans decades of crowd...
- Chicago, IL
- Motivational Speaker / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- Contact for rates
Joey C. said
“Everything went exactly as planned. I had lots of feedback from attendees who thoroughly enjoyed Marks performance. Communication was excellent! Show was perfect for all ages. ”
Gannon Events
- Chicago, IL
- DJ / College Entertainment
- 39 miles from Cary
- $550-$3,500
Roland A. said
“Grant Gannon is a great wedding DJ and MC. He is professional, well organized and prepared, and a pleasure to work with. Once my daughter and her fiancé selected him to do their wedding, he took... ”
- Des Plaines, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- 22 miles from Cary
- Contact for rates
Janis S. said
“Had Keith for a 90 yr old birthday party with many kids. He kept the kiddos engaged and the parents happy too! Keith was on time and self sufficient. ”
- McHenry, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- 8 miles from Cary
- $400 and up.
Ed Garcia is a professional magician known for his engaging performances that captivate audiences of all ages. Ed's journey began in his youth, fostering a deep...
- Dekalb, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- 32 miles from Cary
- Contact for rates
Brian G. said
“We had The Beaux play for our 50th Class reunion in Woodstock, IL last weekend. Several of us had heard them at a live gig nearby before we booked them, and even though we were impressed then, they... ”
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College events come alive with entertainment that brings energy, laughter, and unique experiences. The right performers set the vibe, whether it’s a live band or DJ keeping the crowd moving, a comedian bringing big laughs, or a hypnotist wowing students with mind-bending fun. From game show hosts and interactive performers to variety acts and musicians, professional entertainers turn orientations, fundraisers, and student nights into campus memories.
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College Entertainment serving the Cary, IL area
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