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260 Family Entertainers serving McHenry, IL

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Ferny Magic

5.0 (13)
Top Performer
26 Verified bookings

  • Lake Zurich, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 13 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $400

Brazilio C. said “Everyone had a great time , everyone enjoyed the magic . Thank for a great show.”
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Brenden Trojan

5.0 (27)
Top Performer
39 Verified bookings

  • South Barrington, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 18 miles from McHenry
  • Contact for pricing

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...”
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Balloon Sculptor

5.0 (29)
Top Performer
24 Verified bookings

  • Elgin, IL
  • Balloon Twister / Family Entertainment
  • 21 miles from McHenry
  • $125 per hour

Randy I. said “Children had a great time!”
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Caricatures by Marlene

4.88 (93)
Top Performer
248 Verified bookings

  • Wheeling, IL
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 22 miles from McHenry
  • Contact for pricing

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. ”
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Jay Jay

4.95 (239)
Top Performer
408 Verified bookings

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • Balloon Twister / Family Entertainment
  • 22 miles from McHenry
  • Contact for pricing

Erica K. said “Jay Jay came out for our 6 year olds birthday party and everyone loved the magic show!”
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William Pack

4.93 (12)
Top Performer
19 Verified bookings

  • Batavia, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 33 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $500

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,...”
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Snap and Sparkle Photo Booth

5.0 (9)
Top Performer
10 Verified bookings

  • Aurora, IL
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 40 miles from McHenry
  • $350 – $700 per event

Glenn E. said “We hired Snap and Sparkle Photo Booth for our party and they absolutely knocked it out of the park. From the moment they arrived, the setup was fast, professional, and the booth itself looked...”
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The Great Boodini

4.80 (15)
27 Verified bookings

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 22 miles from McHenry
  • 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...”
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Laine Too

5.0 (3)
10 Verified bookings

  • Northbrook, IL
  • Temporary Tattoo Artist / Family Entertainment
  • 27 miles from McHenry
  • Contact for pricing

Erica L. said “Laine Too was awesome and made my event so special! You will not regret hiring them for your event! Everyone was obsessed with their glitter tattoos”
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Dennis Christie MD "Master Deceptionist"

5.0 (51)
121 Verified bookings

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 29 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $400

Danny C. said “We had a wonderful time with Dennis at the office. We recommend him for any event- large or small.”
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Paul Draws You

4.68 (15)
40 Verified bookings

  • Kenosha, WI
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 29 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $300

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...”
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Total-T Magic by Terrence Hunter

5.0 (9)
19 Verified bookings

  • Glenview, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 29 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $299

Laura L. said “Kids loved him and parents did too. He was on time, friendly and a great entertainer.”
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  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • Game Show / Family Entertainment
  • 17 miles from McHenry
  • $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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  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Game Show / Family Entertainment
  • 20 miles from McHenry
  • 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,...

IYQ Entertainment

4.85 (25)
Top Performer
69 Verified bookings

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 29 miles from McHenry
  • Contact for pricing

Erika L. said “He was engaging and funny!”

Jon Pessin, Licensed Goof-Off

5.0 (13)
5 Verified bookings

  • Libertyville, IL
  • Balloon Twister / Family Entertainment
  • 16 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $125

Kristin C. said “Jon came to our photography studio as Santa and was absolutely amazing! His personality and character was perfect and he truly made our event magical! He knew exactly how to interact with the kiddos...”

Face Painting by Kema

5.0 (20)
Top Performer
38 Verified bookings

  • McHenry, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • $100 – $140 per hour

Tracy S. said “We love Kema and will continue to use her for our events! ”

Fun Balloon Twisting Entertainment

4.98 (108)
Top Performer
238 Verified bookings

  • Mount Prospect, IL
  • Balloon Twister / Family Entertainment
  • 25 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $160

Dave P. said “Great balloons and made time for every kid even tho our event went longer than anticipated. ”

Face Painting by Susanne

4.98 (50)
Top Performer
112 Verified bookings

  • Wheaton, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 33 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $125 per hour

Alberto C. said “This was a part of our BYKTWD and the artist knocked it out of the park with her talent. Both kids and adults were very impressed with the work ”

Kazar The Timewave Wizard

4.75 (5)
Top Performer
18 Verified bookings

  • Harwood Heights, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 35 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $300

Gabriella B. said “We had the best best time, we really enjoyed Kazar and are so glad we booked!!! ”

Ed Steckley, Caricatures

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
6 Verified bookings

  • Caledonia, WI
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 37 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $300

Katherine D. said “From booking with Ed to his arrival at our event, all went smooth and great! He offered good pricing, great work, and an awesome personality! He was quick to responsive each time I reached out to him....”

IRL INTERACTIVE Events

5.0 (13)
Top Performer
23 Verified bookings

  • Westmont, IL
  • Game Show / Family Entertainment
  • 40 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $530

Jennifer R. said “I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend IRL Interactive Event/Jason for your event. He is multi-talented, great to work with, punctual and flexible. Our middle school dance had close to 500 kids and Jason...”

Ed Garcia - Magic & Illusion

4.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • McHenry, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • Starts at $400

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...

Face Painting by India

4.23 (5)
3 Verified bookings

  • Crystal Lake, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 7 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $150

Lin said “I will always use her service. She does an outstanding job! She is great with kids and also she is nice, friendly and has an awesome personality. You will be happy and very pleased with India...”

Brookesfancyfaces

5.0 (15)
27 Verified bookings

  • Crystal Lake, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 7 miles from McHenry
  • Contact for pricing

Kim N. said “Thank you so much to BROOKE and her amazing face paintings!!!! Our event wouldn't have been so special without her!!!!! WILL BE USING HER AGAIN AND AGAIN!!”

Create-A-Face:Face Painting & More

5.0 (13)
22 Verified bookings

  • Crystal Lake, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 7 miles from McHenry
  • Contact for pricing

Athena S. said “Had an absolutely wonderful experience with their balloon twisting! The kids absolutely loved it and was able to handle the chaos when I wasn’t able to break away and supervise the kids waiting in...”

Face Painting and Balloon Art by VeraNik

4.98 (23)
8 Verified bookings

  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 17 miles from McHenry
  • Contact for pricing

Libby D. said “Great experience overall. She was very kind and very professional. Also very patient with both the kids and adults that did face painting. I would definitely use her again in the future! Thanks for...”

Face Paint Pizzazz

5.0 (28)
25 Verified bookings

  • Marengo, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 18 miles from McHenry
  • $130 – $200 per hour

Nichole H. said “Thank you so much for making our party and amazing event! Your artistry, products and friendly personality were more than we could ask for. Thank you!!”

KC Photo Booth rental

5.0 (3)
6 Verified bookings

  • Marengo, IL
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 18 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $200

Lori D. said “KC photo rental was the best decision I could have made and was the hit of the party!!! They came in a hour before the event and set up, it looked way better than expected and the kids were so excited...”

That is Totally Magic

5.0 (1)
3 Verified bookings

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 19 miles from McHenry
  • Contact for pricing

Hailey N. said “Jason made our party so fun. He was incredibly professional. We loved his show and would highly recommend him.”

Comicliz

5.0 (20)
49 Verified bookings

  • Beach Park, IL
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 22 miles from McHenry
  • $135 – $155 per hour

Frank R. said “Liz was just great. Attentive, friendly, and very talented. Everyone enjoyed her work and she drew alot of pics in the time she was here. Very happy and will be calling her again in the future. Thank...”

Aloha Face Painting

5.0 (9)
12 Verified bookings

  • Wheeling, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 22 miles from McHenry
  • Starts at $150 per hour

Vanessa W. said “Her face paints were so unique and beautiful! Everyone loved it!”

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About booking Family Entertainment in McHenry, 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 McHenry, 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 McHenry 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.

Once you find the performer you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to book family-friendly entertainment. You can message the acts, 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 sit back and let the family fun begin!

Family Entertainment serving the McHenry, IL area

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