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266 Family Entertainers serving Gary, IN

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Street Magician Norman Basile

5.0 (94)
Top Performer
129 Verified bookings

  • Hobart, IN
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 6 miles from Gary
  • $280 – $1,000 per event

Gianna G. said “Norman was fantastic! He brought an incredible energy to our office event and kept everyone engaged from start to finish. His warm, approachable personality immediately put people at ease, making...”
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Magician Dan Feltey

5.0 (10)
Top Performer
11 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

Alyx L. said “Fun and great to work with! Highly recommend.”
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Face Painting by Roxy

5.0 (21)
Top Performer
52 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • Starts at $145 per hour

Amy M. said “We hired Roxy for our corporate family cook out and her face painting was a HUGE hit. Her designs were fun and colorful and her personality matched! We will definitely use her again!”
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Caricatures By McGee

4.92 (32)
Top Performer
62 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

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...”
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Not Too Crazy Caricatures

4.73 (40)
98 Verified bookings

  • Merrillville, IN
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 8 miles from Gary
  • Starts at $200

Jake B. said “Hired him for a corporate summer event at Topgolf and the employees kept him busy!! He did an amaing job and isn't like other artists where they point out all of your insecurities. He was so kind...”
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Caricatures by Ellen Lustig

5.0 (14)
38 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

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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Dr. Dave Magic

5.0 (98)
116 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

Stephanie G. said “Dr. Dave Magic was amazing! He checked in with me before the event and if any last minute details/request were needed for an easy set up. I booked him for an adults only party but he was able to pivot...”
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Mega Magic- Magician Mike D'Urzo

5.0 (23)
23 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

Graham W. said “Mike was a great entertainer and showman who greatly elevated our event!”
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Larry Wirtz

5.0 (1)

  • Crown Point, IN
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 13 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

Arlene O. said “Our group Grassroots Homeschoolers had Larry come and present Follow the Leader - A Bully Prevention program. It was awesome and kept the kids interested and asking questions. I will have him back...”
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  • Blue Island, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 18 miles from Gary
  • 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!”...
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  • Chicago, IL
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • $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...
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  • Chicago, IL
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • 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,...

Ernest Posey Caricatures

5.0 (26)
Top Performer
48 Verified bookings

  • Flossmoor, IL
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 18 miles from Gary
  • $150 per hour

Arjun G. said “We had a phenomenal experience booking Ernest for a conference booth activity. Would highly recommend his services.”

Beyond Your Dream Photobooths

5.0 (6)
Top Performer
24 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • Starts at $465

Susan said “Our event was awesome! Janice showed up on time and set everything up quickly. The booth made adorable photo strips! She was so kind and helpful to everyone who took photos. We even had some of our...”

David Parr

4.97 (10)
20 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

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...”

Futuristic Facepaint

5.0 (1)
Top Performer
2 Verified bookings

  • Portage, IN
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 9 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

Lauren P. said “Chris was great with the guests and everyone left with awesome tattoos!”

Paint Time FUN!

5.0 (25)
Top Performer
15 Verified bookings

  • Portage, IN
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 9 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

Elise B. said “The Painter was well experienced, everyone who was painted thoroughly enjoyed their art!”

Magic by Brielle

5.0 (109)
Top Performer
60 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

Satey Y. said “Brielle was amazing! Her personality and energy are incredible. She’s just a joy to have around even if she didn’t do incredible magic her services would be worth it. We hired her for a bachelorette...”

Spencer Hearne Caricatures

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
20 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

Katrina P. said “Spencer is so talented. He delighted our two dozen guests with his caricatures of kids, adults, and small groups. He nailed the subjects' likenesses, exaggerating just enough but not going overboard...”

Hurtado Arts

4.95 (32)
Top Performer
76 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • Contact for pricing

Lori W. said “We couldn’t be happier. So personal and talked to every one of our guests that had portraits done. Excellent caricatures. Would definitely recommend him. Thank you for being so flexible and making...”

King Caricatures

5.0 (34)
Top Performer
68 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • $125 per hour

Angela P. said “Artist was professional and skilled at his craft.”

Creative Autist

5.0 (4)
Top Performer
2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • $100 – $150 per event

Pai R. said “She did an beautiful job with every kids' ask!”

Artemisa

5.0 (6)
Top Performer
12 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 24 miles from Gary
  • $400 – $2,000 per event

Felicia M. said “Artemisia was very nice and professional she rocked my son large crowd of people they loved her performance I would definitely book Artemisia again n again ”

Kazar The Timewave Wizard

4.75 (5)
Top Performer
18 Verified bookings

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

Katrina P. said “Kazar is a master! He captivated a dozen kids of ages ranging from 4 to 12 for an hour with his professional repertoire of magic. Kazar was professional and kind from the booking process through the...”

IRL INTERACTIVE Events

5.0 (13)
Top Performer
23 Verified bookings

  • Westmont, IL
  • Game Show / Family Entertainment
  • 36 miles from Gary
  • Starts at $530

Josh S. said “Our campers loved the game shows! IRL Interactive brought all of the fun for our big group. Our kids enjoyed each fast paced game and he kept their attention the entire time. They fought hard for...”

ZENFULLY Z--Exotic Paints

5.0 (1)
9 Verified bookings

  • Calumet City, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 10 miles from Gary
  • Starts at $150

Bilesha R. said “I love Ms.ZZ so much. Her energy is well needed. The kid enjoyed her silly and down to earth personality. She did very well with managing a large group of 8 year olds. We booked Ms.Z for 4 hours for...”

Skin Colour Events

5.0 (3)
7 Verified bookings

  • Dyer, IN
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 12 miles from Gary
  • $165 per hour

Lidia V. said “Super fun and interactive face painting for kids with creative designs.”

Your Mobile DJ & Photo Booth

5.0 (6)
11 Verified bookings

  • Crown Point, IN
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 13 miles from Gary
  • Starts at $195

Peter F. said “I was skeptical to go with YomoEnt since their price was much lower than competitors offering an open air photo booth, but Marlin did not disappoint. He and his partner were professional and...”

Miss Pam's Body Art & Balloons

5.0 (8)
9 Verified bookings

  • Chesterton, IN
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 14 miles from Gary
  • Starts at $145 per hour

Melissa F. said “Miss Pam was a wonderful addition to our Grand Opening! The kids who came in with some of her creations were so happy and she was so personable! She has amazing creations and really works to provide...”

Face Painting

4.88 (39)
92 Verified bookings

  • Homewood, IL
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Gary
  • $270 per event

Ebonique W. said “The kids talk about the ballons and face paint for weeks after the event lol. Thank you for making my daycare socials special ”

Balloontacular!

5.0 (3)
9 Verified bookings

  • Valparaiso, IN
  • Balloon Twister / Family Entertainment
  • 17 miles from Gary
  • Starts at $217.50

Brittani B. said “Everything was amazing from the beginning. Communication was clear and responses were very quickly! Day event came prepared and on time. The kids loved her. The balloons were awesome! A wide range of...”

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About booking Family Entertainment in Gary, IN

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 Gary, Indiana 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 Gary 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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Family Entertainment serving the Gary, IN area

These Family Entertainment serve the wider Gary and Lake county area and travel to Lake Station, Hobart, East Chicago, Griffith, Highland, Ogden Dunes, Merrillville, Portage, Hammond, Munster, Whiting, Calumet City, Wheeler, Schererville, Burns Harbor, Lansing, Wolf Lake, South Haven, Burnham, Dyer, St John, Lynwood, Crown Point, Winfield, Porter, South Holland, Chesterton, Dolton, Thornton, and Sauk Village.