- Chicago, IL
- Caricaturist / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Kendell A. said
“Ellen is kind, professional and talented. Our guests enjoyed getting their caricatures drawn which provided a fun, festive element to our party. ”
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- Chicago, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- $250-$8000
Jeff N. said
“Cecy was a great addition to our small choir and helped with leading our children's choir participation. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- $699 - 7500
Jen L. said
“We had Andrew at our corporate welcome reception, and he was fantastic. They were great to communicate and plan the event with and he was on time and a talented musician. He helped us create a great... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- $280- $1000 (based on show length & distance)
Ron L. said
“Norman was remarkable as a magician. His up-close magic was the best I have seen. I still don’t understand how he could execute such magic.
Highly recommend! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- $450-$5000
Molly K. said
“Zach was a wonderful addition to our company holiday party! His performance was magical and hilarious; our entire group had a great time. So glad we decided to book with Zach! 10 out of 10 would... ”
- Chicago, IL
- DJ / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Pete C. said
“Eddie was great! He did an awesome job setting the vibe and keeping the party going right to the end. He was a pleasure to work with and would definitely hire him again. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Comedian / College Entertainment
- $1000 and up
Liz S. said
“Scott was both entertaining and impactful. He brought humor, clarity, and purpose to his message, and our audience stayed engaged from start to finish. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Comedian / College Entertainment
- Minimum $500+travel
Michael C. said
“We had the pleasure of bringing Alex Just in from Las Vegas to emcee our annual fundraising auction, and he absolutely delivered. From the moment he took the mic, he brought incredible energy,... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Face Painter / College Entertainment
- $125and up
Marcy B. said
“The original individual that was booked for the event had canceled last minute, then Roxy picked up the job when it was posted, AND was on site within 1 hour. She was very responsive via phone and... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Comedian / College Entertainment
- $50 - $500
Mark W. said
“We enjoyed a highly successful Comedy Shoppe event at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Schaumburg, IL last Saturday evening, April 5, with Comedian, Tyler Fowler. Tyler read the dynamics of the... ”
- Oak Lawn, IL
- Comedian / College Entertainment
- 13 miles from Chicago
- Contact for rates
Laura G. said
“Angela did a great job ! We had a 45th Anniversary for a Seniors club . Most of the guests were crying from laughing so hard . Just a few thought the sex and marriage part was too risqué . But you... ”
- Chicago, IL
- DJ / College Entertainment
- $500 - $5,000 & up
Merlin C. said
“We had an all-around Great experience with Eric from the beginning. We decided on hiring a DJ a few months out from our wedding date, so we were scrambling a bit. Eric was very quick to reply to our... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- $650-$2500
Leah B. said
“You dont have to be a musician to know that Buford T Judd & The Dumptrucks have talent! We hired them for our outdoor wedding reception on a local patio and they sounded amazing! Chris coordinated... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Casino Party Rentals / College Entertainment
- $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
- Henna Tattoo Artist / College Entertainment
- $25 and up
A. H. said
“Ayesha was just so sweet while she applied the Henna at Oak Parks Pride event. We chatted but she was still focused and her design was GORGEOUS!! And for such an intricate design I can't believe she... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Maggie R. said
“Dr. Dave was amazing! He performed for a bachelorette party and had the whole crowd involved and laughing with his magic blowing us away. Each trick had us all amazed, I’m so glad I booked with him! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Motivational Speaker / College Entertainment
- $2500 and up
Stephanie O. said
“Mike was incredible in providing insight on how to be happy and the impact is has when serving our community and patrons. Throughout the process Mike was very responsive and kind. Thank you, our staff... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Graham W. said
“Mike was a great entertainer and showman who greatly elevated our event! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- $500 and up
Keisha M. said
“Hired the band to perform at a 50th birthday celebration. They were professional, kept the vibes going and sounded great! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Motivational Speaker / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Ken N. said
“Oya was asked to come give a brief inspirational message at our first Gospel Brunch and she delivered. Highly recommend.
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- Chicago, IL
- Motivational Speaker / College Entertainment
- $12k to 80k, exceptions possible.
Richard G. said
“In 1994 My mother died, I was 30 years old, no one could get me to release the Anger I had inside. After hearing Chad at a Company Sponsored Event on 29 June 2018.
I'm a Humble and Softer Man. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Comedian / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Michele S. said
“Our guests really enjoyed Daryl and comments included how fun and different the evening was with Daryl! The Screwleywed Game was perfect. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Caricaturist / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Grace C. said
“Barton is exceptionally talented and so easy to work with. He’s very responsive to questions and very organized. He was definitely a crowd favorite at my event!! I would not hesitate to hire him... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Cover Band / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Paul D. said
“The Friends Band did an excellent job for us. We were looking for a band to entertain our crowd and to get them dancing. They went above and beyond our expectations. They had multiple... ”
Michael Romani Balloon Twisting
- Chicago, IL
- Balloon Twister / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Daniel V. said
“Michael did a phenomenal job twisting balloons for my event. All the kids loved how funny and charismatic he was the entire time. He was also very cordial and responsive with scheduling. I would... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Motivational Speaker / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Jenifer T. said
“Our team was thrilled to have Mark present at our Annual Meeting this year in February. He kept the audience engaged, entertained, and inspired. It was a unique approach to learning but one that was... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Hillary H. said
“If I could rate higher than 5 stars I would! Dan was a strolling magician during the cocktail and dessert hours of an Enchanted Evening gala and everyone was mesmerized. We had a wide range of ages... ”
Gannon Events
- Chicago, IL
- DJ / College Entertainment
- $550-$3,500
Charleen J. said
“If you are wondering whether you should book Grant for your event, you are wasting time! Grant made my wedding unforgettable. I was surprised at how much fun our family was having. The moment the... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Motivational Speaker / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Michael Hingson has 24 years of experience as a keynote speaker after escaping with his guide dog, Roselle, from the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001....
- Blue Island, IL
- Face Painter / College Entertainment
- 15 miles from Chicago
- $125 and up
Audra has been drawing and painting since she was a child so face painting was a natural progression and so much more fun. “The best canvas is a smiling face!”...
- Chicago, IL
- Magician / College Entertainment
- Contact for rates
Erin H. said
“I hired David for a small gathering at my home to surprise my Husband for his birthday. He was excellent! His magic catered to our age-diverse crowd very well, he even offered opportunities for... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Caricaturist / College Entertainment
- $80-$125/hr. sliding scale per project
Carola L. said
“He was punctual. Had a system in place which is appreciated. Guests left with an extra gift(drawings). We enjoyed it. ”
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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.
The cost of hiring college entertainers in Chicago, Illinois will vary depending on the type of entertainment, their experience, and the length of the performance. A solo comedian or DJ set will generally cost less than a full concert or stage show. Reach out to the local entertainers above to discuss your campus event details and receive a personalized quote.
As you explore Chicago college entertainers, check out profiles to learn about their offerings, browse photos, and watch promotional videos. Then, read reviews from past clients to see how they’ve brought the fun to similar events. When requesting a quote, communicate event details like your event location, audience size, performance space, and desired atmosphere to get the most accurate pricing.
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College Entertainment serving the Chicago, IL area
These College Entertainment serve the wider Chicago and Cook county area and travel to Lincoln Park, Cicero, Irving Park, Oak Park, Berwyn, Stickney, Forest Park, Forest View, Elmwood Park, North Riverside, River Forest, Lincolnwood, Riverside, Amf Ohare, Lyons, Hines, Maywood, Harwood Heights, River Grove, Summit, Summit Argo, Burbank, Hometown, Evergreen Park, Broadview, Norridge, Melrose Park, Evanston, Brookfield, and Skokie.