- Chicago, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- $450 – $5,000 per event
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. ”
The 175 Best Family Entertainers for hire in Evanston, IL
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283 Family Entertainers serving Evanston, IL
- Chicago, IL
- Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Laurel W. said
“I hired Ellen for a welcome reception we hosted as part of a week long conference. She was professional, on time and a fabulous caricaturist, and folks loved her work! Highly recommend booking Ellen... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- $280 – $1,000 per event
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
- Face Painter / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- Starts at $145 per hour
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... ”
- Wheeling, IL
- Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
- 14 miles from Evanston
- $125 per hour
Kimberly L. said
“Marlene was so much fun! She is very talented and created caricaturist portraits for almost our entire birthday party. We would definitely rehire for another party. ”
- Arlington Heights, IL
- Balloon Twister / Family Entertainment
- 15 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Erica K. said
“Jay Jay came out for our 6 year olds birthday party and everyone loved the magic show! ”
- Lake Zurich, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 23 miles from Evanston
- Starts at $400
Victoria V. said
“Ferny was awesome! All of our guests kept raving and asking where we had found him. He did a great job roaming the party and approaching groups, even the ones that were skeptical he managed to amaze... ”
- South Barrington, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 24 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Priscilla M. said
“We had the absolute pleasure of having Brenden perform close-up magic at our family graduation party, and to say he exceeded every expectation would be an understatement. From the moment he arrived,... ”
- Warrenville, IL
- Face Painter / Family Entertainment
- 30 miles from Evanston
- Starts at $180
Nesreen H. said
“We had Lazuli come to our daughter’s 8th birthday. She came early, found a great shaded spot to set up. Had all her equipment and completely professional and self sufficient. The girls went running... ”
- Batavia, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 35 miles from Evanston
- Starts at $500
Randy C. said
“William catered to our crowd, did a great job adjusting to the setting and a great show as well ”
- Aurora, IL
- Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
- 38 miles from Evanston
- $350 – $700 per event
Stefanie R. said
“We had Snap & Sparkle Photo Booth for our son’s graduation/birthday celebration and it was such an amazing way to capture memories for our event! The owners were so communicative prior to the event,... ”
- Glenview, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 7 miles from Evanston
- Starts at $250
Stephanie J. said
“Total-T was wonderful! We hired him for my son's 2nd birthday party. My son typically takes a while to warm up, but he was engaged from the moment the show started and participated from the start. I... ”
- Northbrook, IL
- Temporary Tattoo Artist / Family Entertainment
- 9 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Jenny Q. said
“Clayton was great and busy creating airbrush tattoos all day! He was so creative, fun and polite. Would highly recommend for your event! ”
- Des Plaines, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 10 miles from Evanston
- Starts at $400
Kevin C. said
“Dennis was amazing. Super friendly and engaging. He takes a genuine interest in each of his "subjects". Great time had by all and would definitely have him back for another event. We had a private... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Ashley R. said
“Mike’s performance at my Birthday Party at Casa Loma , Toronto on Oct 6, 2025 left our 60 guests in awe and puzzling as to how he was able to execute what appeared to be impossible tricks, some of... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Madison S. said
“Dr. Dave was absolutely amazing. I expected a magician, but Dr. Dave was a whole performance. He blew us all away, he was also hilarious, very professional, and showed up right on time. I would hire... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Jacqui J. said
“Barton was a great addition to our event\! Our guests really enjoyed having their caricatures done, and it added a fun, interactive element to the experience\. Everyone loved their finished... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Samuel T. L. said
“It’s totally worth the ticket and time. The magic is very impressive. ”
- Arlington Heights, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 15 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Dale P. said
“The Great Boodini was very engaging annd entertaining! Lots of laughs and amazement by both kids and adults. Even the 2 year old was able to participate in the magic with big smiles. The kids magic... ”
- Elgin, IL
- Balloon Twister / Family Entertainment
- 31 miles from Evanston
- $125 per hour
Anna Y. said
“Professional and great at creating all types of animals ”
- Naperville, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 31 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
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 / Family Entertainment
- 38 miles from Evanston
- Starts at $300
Howard B. said
“I am not sure how Paul's hand is still attached. We had over 100 guests for our summer party and he may have drawn all of them! He was definitely a highlight and well received amongst the guests! ”
- Skokie, IL
- Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
- 3 miles from Evanston
- $625 – $1,500 per event
Looking for something different for your wedding or event? Of course you are - Renting a photo booth for your event is a surefire way to add fun,...
Michael Romani Balloon Twisting
- Chicago, IL
- Balloon Twister / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Anna P. said
“Michael is professional, creative and is sure to bring smiles to any event. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- $650 – $995 per event
At Windy City Photo Booths, we believe a photo booth should be an experience. That’s why every event includes professional-grade equipment, fully customizable...
- Chicago, IL
- Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- Starts at $600
📸 Transforming Moments into Memories. We bring a touch of magic to events, turning them into extraordinary experiences. Photo Booth Rental, 360 Booth Rental,...
The Gamemaster Show
- Vernon Hills, IL
- Game Show / Family Entertainment
- 20 miles from Evanston
- $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... ”
- Hoffman Estates, IL
- Game Show / Family Entertainment
- 22 miles from Evanston
- 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,...
- Blue Island, IL
- Face Painter / Family Entertainment
- 27 miles from Evanston
- Starts at $125
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!”...
- Des Plaines, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 10 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Jane M. A. S. said
“The kids loved the comedy magic and the other parents are now inspired to maybe host their own magician for their parties! He was so funny and patient with the kids. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- Starts at $250
Carola L. said
“He was punctual. Had a system in place which is appreciated. Guests left with an extra gift(drawings). We enjoyed it. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Magician / Family Entertainment
- 12 miles from Evanston
- Contact for pricing
Gaby M. said
“I highly recommend choosing David Parr to perform at your party or event. My friends and I had an absolute blast with his show! David has true showmanship and brings such fun and flair to his work. We... ”
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About booking Family Entertainment in Evanston, IL
Family events come to life with entertainment that delivers fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories for every generation. The right performers set the tone, whether it’s a lively musician or DJ getting everyone dancing, or a magician who amazes kids and adults alike. From face painters and balloon twisters to jugglers, clowns, and interactive games, professional entertainers transform birthdays, picnics, reunions, and community gatherings into joyful celebrations.
The cost of hiring family entertainers in Evanston, Illinois will vary depending on the type of entertainment, their experience, and the length of the performance. Services like balloon twisting may be cheaper than more involved performances like magic shows. Contact the local acts above to discuss your event and receive a customized quote.
As you explore Evanston family entertainers, check out profiles to learn about their party packages, 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 things like your event location, audience size, performance space, and desired atmosphere to get the most accurate pricing.
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