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493 Corporate Event Entertainers serving Des Plaines, IL

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Caricatures by Marlene

4.88 (93)
Top Performer
247 Verified bookings

  • Wheeling, IL
  • Caricaturist / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 8 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

Kelly B. said “Not only is Marlene an amazing artist but she is personable and funny! We hired her for a client appreciation party. Both adults and kids were in attendance and she really impressed everyone! ...”
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Cecy Santana

5.0 (15)
Top Performer
50 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cover Band / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

Carlos M. said “Cecy is a true professional with a genuinely beautiful voice. She was wonderful to work with — very receptive to collaborating with the other musicians at our event, which helped make the whole...”
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Card Magic

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
10 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Strolling/Close-up Magician / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

Jason K. said “AMAZING show from Card Magic! Would absolutely recommend to anybody who wants to see a great, experienced magician at work.”
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The January Lanterns

5.0 (9)
Top Performer
15 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cover Band / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • $699 – $7,500 per event

Terry H. said “Talented and good personality”
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Dj EDLo

5.0 (15)
Top Performer
59 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • DJ / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

Laura T. said “DJ EDLo was terrific from start to finish! He was the DJ for our Girl Scout Father/ Daughter dance. We had great communication throughout the whole planning process. He worked within our time...”
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Mark Robinson Motivational Comedian Magician

5.0 (13)
Top Performer
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Motivational Speaker / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

Kim D. said “Mark and his team presented at our company meeting, and the experience was outstanding. From start to finish, our entire team was engaged, laughing, and genuinely enjoying themselves. Mark brought the...”
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Jon Wayes

4.82 (33)
Top Performer
71 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • $650 – $12,000 per event

Matthew M. said “Jon was engaging, charming, and super talented! His approach to close-up magic and mentalist abilities are second to none! We hosted him at a reception with over 200 attendees. He worked the room,...”
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Caricatures By McGee

4.92 (32)
Top Performer
62 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

Patrick S. said “We hired Barton to work at our high school Homecoming bonfire, and he was excellent! His work was of quality, and the kids loved it. He is personable and a lot of fun to talk to, too. Thank you,...”
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Jody Fuller: Comedian. Speaker. Writer. Soldier.

4.97 (126)
Top Performer
131 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Corporate Comedian / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

Kathy W. said “We hired Jody to entertain our clients at an event. He was clean, funny and relatable. Everyone had a great time. ”
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Who Knew

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Cover Band / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 12 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

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...”
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  • Chicago, IL
  • Motivational Speaker / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

Christina M. said “I heard Chad P. speak for the first time at Greensboro College on 4/4/16 and brought my 15 year old son to hear his powerful story as well. It is awesome to hear the message he is sending to students...”
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Bash Beats

4.95 (29)
46 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • DJ / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Starts at $500

Emily M. said “Amazing experience with Eric from Bash Beats at our tiny wedding reception! We only had about 30 people but Eric most definitely made the party. He was super communicative, nice, friendly, and so...”
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Caricatures by Ellen Lustig

5.0 (14)
38 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

Stuart J. C. said “Ellen was great, she came for our Corporate event that had Adults and Children, she was great with the kid, she came on time and the pictures were a great hit”
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Buford T. Judd and the Dumptrucks

5.0 (13)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cover Band / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • $650 – $2,500 per event

Chris S. said “Great band! Their set list was on point with what was requested, we could not have been any happier with them and look forward to having them out for another event!!!”
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Mike Duffy - Live Your Best Life Now!

4.90 (43)
46 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Motivational Speaker / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Starts at $2,500

Jacob C. said “Mike is a phenomenal individual, he brought so much knowledge to our team on how to be happy and deal with things that will come up in our life's. It was great to get a different mindset then we...”
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Jeff Houghton

5.0 (6)
12 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Emcee / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • $3,000 – $15,000 per event

John F. said “Jeff did an excellent job of entertaining our donors and inspiring them at the same time. Our fundraising event went great and those present commented on how much they enjoyed his presentation. He...”
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The Grady Experience

5.0 (11)
14 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cover Band / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Starts at $500

Storm W. said “Hired for my brother's 70th Birthday party. This band is a very talented one stop shop for any event. They were professional, personable and dressed respectable for the occasion. They bring a...”
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Chicago Casino & Poker Rentals

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Casino Party Rentals / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • $200 – $5,000 per event

Lisa K. said “Everyone enjoyed playing the casino night. ”
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The Friends Band

5.0 (2)
4 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cover Band / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

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...”
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Black Box Entertainment & Hospitality

5.0 (28)
104 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • DJ / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • $200 – $1,500 per event

Darran M. said “Thank you Black Box. Your DJ was on time and professional and read the room well. The music was a perfect fit for the type of event we had.”
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Tim, that's AMAZING!

5.0 (7)
7 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Corporate Magician / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • $1,500 – $7,500 per event

Rekha P. said “We hired Tim for a summer backyard party and would do it over and over again. He was so personable and funny and his magic and mentalism wowed all our guests. From kids to adults, he worked through...”
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chrisjones

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

Lynda M. said “Hired Chris for our high school Senior Celebration and he truly entertained both the teenagers & adults! He engaged the entire audience with his humor and the hypnotism he performed was mesmerizing....”
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New York, NY Dueling Pianos

5.0 (62)
14 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Dueling Pianos / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Starts at $3,499

Jen M. said “We had an amazing time at our school's annual auction gala with Dueling Pianos. I highly recommend them for any event.”
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DJ Slimbo

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • DJ / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • $500 per event

Micah M. said “⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ DJ Slimbo did an amazing job at our event! He knew exactly when to turn the party up and when to slow things down, which kept the energy just right throughout the night. He showed up on...”
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  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Game Show / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 12 miles from Des Plaines
  • Contact for pricing

Interactive mobile touring game shows make great additions to any type of event including, but not limited to: Corporate (sales meetings, training,...
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  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • Game Show / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 15 miles from Des Plaines
  • $395 – $1,995 per event

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...”
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The Other Woman

New member

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • Cover Band / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 16 miles from Des Plaines
  • Starts at $500

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...
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Gannon Events

5.0 (4)

  • Chicago, IL
  • DJ / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • $575 – $3,000 per event

Maria Q. said “We were so relieved to have found Grant. Not only he was very accomodating to the limitations of the venue and made everything work wonderfully, he was also very perceptive of song suggestions and...”
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Ian Bowen

New member

  • Chicago, IL
  • Motivational Speaker / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Starts at $1,000

Bring the power of the Watch Me Mindset to your event. From overcoming paralysis and running two marathons to building a successful fitness and coaching career,...

Vaudezilla Entertainment | Red Hot Annie

5.0 (4)
Top Performer
17 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Corporate Entertainment / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Des Plaines
  • Starts at $795

Bill B. said “We were a little apprehensive at first, but quickly realized that every aspect of the event — dancing, music, costumes, and beautiful performers — was even better than promised by Annie. We can’...”

  • Oak Park, IL
  • Corporate Magician / Corporate Event Entertainment
  • 11 miles from Des Plaines
  • $2,400 – $20,000 per event

Debbie B. said “Dewayne made us laugh like we had not laughed in years. His timing and delivery are off the chain. Such diversity of tricks and precision in performing them. Effortless for him and etertaining...”

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About booking Corporate Event Entertainment in Des Plaines, IL

A successful corporate event blends professionalism with lively engagement, and entertainment is often the spark that turns a routine gathering into a memorable experience. From an emcee guiding the flow to a band setting the mood or a comedian warming up the crowd, the right performers ensure your event stands out and leaves a lasting impression.

The cost of hiring corporate event entertainers in Des Plaines, Illinois will vary depending on the type of act, their experience, and the length of the performance. High-end performers with years of experience and elaborate sets or costumes will often come at a higher price. Contact the local entertainers above to discuss your event details and receive a customized quote.

As you explore corporate event entertainment in Des Plaines, take time to view profiles, browse photos, and watch promotional videos. When requesting a quote, include key details like the venue, audience size, timing, and event goals to ensure you receive the most accurate pricing. If you have any special requests or customizations, you’ll want to share those as early as possible.

Once you find the professional you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to book corporate event entertainers. You can message the performers, confirm the details of your agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad event is covered by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. Just relax and enjoy your special event!

Corporate Event Entertainment serving the Des Plaines, IL area

These Corporate Event Entertainment serve the wider Des Plaines and Cook county area and travel to Park Ridge, Rosemont, Mount Prospect, Niles, Glenview, Elk Grove Village, Prospect Heights, Morton Grove, Glenview Nas, Schiller Park, Golf, Norridge, Harwood Heights, Bensenville, Arlington, Arlington Heights, Techny, Franklin Park, Wood Dale, Northfield, North Brook, Northbrook, Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Itasca, Wheeling, River Grove, Northlake, Lincolnwood, and Elmwood Park.