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319 Family Entertainers serving Ellicott City, MD

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STOOpendous Magic

5.0 (15)
Top Performer
31 Verified bookings

  • Odenton, MD
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 14 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $300

Tara H. said “Had a group of 20ish 25-year-olds and Scott killed it! He was hilarious and we were all in awe of every trick. Highly recommend.”
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The Polka Dot Man - Balloons, Magic and Santa

5.0 (133)
Top Performer
206 Verified bookings

  • Silver Spring, MD
  • Balloon Twister / Family Entertainment
  • 23 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $145

Ashley L. said “Brian really came through for our event!! His creations came in a wide variety of colors and shapes with expressive touches. They were beloved by both children and adults. He maintained the highest...”
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I Am TEO Magic

5.0 (8)
Top Performer
12 Verified bookings

  • Germantown, MD
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 26 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $350

Tania C. said “I was having a very hard time finding a magician but the search was all worth it because I found Teo. Teo was so flexible and hilarious. He made the whole room feel seen! I am so grateful he was...”
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Illusions By Vick

4.98 (60)
Top Performer
109 Verified bookings

  • Potomac, MD
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 28 miles from Ellicott City
  • $325 – $1,500 per event

Claire S. said “Vick was absolutely incredible for my 30th birthday party. He was so funny, his tricks were amazing and he really understood the vibe of our group. It was the highlight of the party and we will be...”
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Brenden Trojan

5.0 (27)
Top Performer
39 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 28 miles from Ellicott City
  • Contact for pricing

Tom R. said “Communication was great, Brenden was right on time. We had kids and adults and he got both groups involved. He did both the stage show and the walking magic and both were fun in their own ways....”
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Michael Chamberlin, Magician

4.98 (136)
Top Performer
233 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 28 miles from Ellicott City
  • $300 – $6,000 per event

Ami H. said “The show was an easy setup and was highly engaging! Our campers loved it! We would definitely book Mr. Chamberlain again!”
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Lets KLAM Mirror Photo Booth

5.0 (16)
Top Performer
7 Verified bookings

  • Oxon Hill, MD
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 34 miles from Ellicott City
  • $399 – $1,499 per event

Trayawn B. said “Title: A Fun and Flawless Photo Experience! Let’s Klam Photography brought the magic! Their interactive mirror photo setup was such a hit—everyone loved it. The custom backdrops and fun props added...”
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  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 23 miles from Ellicott City
  • Contact for pricing

Holly W. said “We hired Avnish for a bachelorette party and he was absolutely incredible! He picked up on our group's vibe perfectly and kept everyone engaged the entire time. He really doubled in on our magic theme...”
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Capital Trivia

5.0 (5)
5 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Game Show / Family Entertainment
  • 28 miles from Ellicott City
  • $300 – $2,000 per event

Mary B. S. said “This holiday party was the largest turnout we have ever had. Everyone was excited about trivia. Nick blended in seamlessly into our gathering and did a great job with the Trivia. He was funny and...”
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Charlie Ross Magic

5.0 (5)
9 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 28 miles from Ellicott City
  • $500 – $5,000 per event

Cali said “Charlie was amazing! He was professional, friendly, and his tricks were flawless. He was the perfect addition to the cocktail hour and guests are still talking about him! Could not recommend Charlie...”
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Daniel David - DC's #1 Mentalist Magician

5.0 (11)
14 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 28 miles from Ellicott City
  • $3,500 – $15,000 per event

Summer H. said “Our associates left our event in awe of Dan! They are still talking about how he may have pulled it off. ”
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Mega Magic- Magician Mike D'Urzo

5.0 (23)
23 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 28 miles from Ellicott City
  • Contact for pricing

Graham W. said “Mike was a great entertainer and showman who greatly elevated our event!”
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Speed Sketchers 60 Second Caricatures

5.0 (13)
43 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 28 miles from Ellicott City
  • $250 – $1,850 per event

Hattie M. said “Adam was a wonderful addition to our small town's celebration. Everyone enjoyed having him there. We will definitely be having him back!! Highly recommend!!”
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Magician Kourosh Taie

5.0 (58)
42 Verified bookings

  • McLean, VA
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 31 miles from Ellicott City
  • Contact for pricing

Esther A. said “Kourosh did an hour of roving magic/mentalist tricks during the cocktail hour at my husband's birthday party of 30 adults (40's-60's) in a restaurant in Washington, DC. He truly exceeded our...”
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The Amren Collective

5.0 (3)
2 Verified bookings

  • Clinton, MD
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 35 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $300

Ms. S. said “We booked Amren Collective for our corporate event in September 2026, and they absolutely exceeded our expectations! As a large corporation, we were looking for a professional photo booth experience...”
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TeamCulture YOUR Way

5.0 (5)
New member

  • Bethesda, MD
  • Game Show / Family Entertainment
  • 25 miles from Ellicott City
  • $500 – $2,000 per hour

Josh G. said “TeamCulture YOUR Way activities feel super personalized with inside references/nods to our work and dynamics. That makes everything more fun, sparking ongoing connections, jokes and conversations....”

Mindy Caricatures

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
19 Verified bookings

  • Arlington, VA
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 31 miles from Ellicott City
  • $100 per hour

Katie P. said “Mindy is so talented with her caricature artist skills. I hired Mindy for my Bridal Shower and my guests were blown away by having a caricature artist and her details on her drawings were...”

Culler Magic

5.0 (29)
Top Performer
53 Verified bookings

  • Frederick, MD
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 34 miles from Ellicott City
  • $150 – $500 per event

Brianna Z. said “We hired Frank for my son’s 5th birthday party, and he exceeded all expectations! From the moment the show began, he had the children completely engaged, entertained, and actively participating. His...”

Striped Socks Entertainment

4.75 (4)
8 Verified bookings

  • Silver Spring, MD
  • Balloon Twister / Family Entertainment
  • 23 miles from Ellicott City
  • Contact for pricing

Obha O. said “Thank you Stripes for being so amenable and transparent with communication!”

Magic Michael

4.67 (24)
84 Verified bookings

  • Forest Hill, MD
  • Magician / Family Entertainment
  • 31 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $200

Brandon B. said “Booked Magic Micheal for my kids 8th birthday party and he had both kids and adults amazed. Will be booking him again for future events!!”

Whimsical Expressions

1 Verified booking

  • Annandale, VA
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 37 miles from Ellicott City
  • Contact for pricing

I've created Whimsical Expressions Face & body painting to add color to the lives of individuals, or an event. I want to encourage and create a magical space...

HotShotz PB

5.0 (3)
New member

  • Columbia, MD
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 6 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $200

Sophie J. said “Had hotShotz for a birthday party and the professionalism, quality, and interactive experience with the attendants was phenomenal. They genuinely care about their customers! Highly recommend! ”

Face Painting with Characters

4.88 (16)
Top Performer
39 Verified bookings

  • Windsor Mill, MD
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 5 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $100

Florisa O. said “Ms. Lora was absolutely wonderful! She was kind, professional and very accommodating throughout the event. The children loved her face painting and she made each child feel special. What I appreciated...”

Fancy Photobooth Rental

5.0 (1)
Top Performer
10 Verified bookings

  • Baltimore, MD
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 10 miles from Ellicott City
  • Contact for pricing

Michele S. said “Our Holiday party was a success and our associates absolutely LOVE the 360 photo booth. Thank you!”

Shad 360

5.0 (5)
Top Performer
13 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 28 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $300

Margaret K. said “So glad I booked with Shad360, the team is super knowledgeable and detailed. I appreciate the attention to detail and the suggestions the team brings. I would highly recommend booking for a great...”

CaricatureFun!

5.0 (37)
Top Performer
91 Verified bookings

  • Vienna, VA
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 36 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $130 per hour

John H. said “Our event started off a little cool and then rained all afternoon. Although we had a great weather forecast, a nor'easter moved up the coast and caused weather problems with our event. However, we got...”

Spintopia!

1 Verified booking

  • Columbia, MD
  • Game Show / Family Entertainment
  • 6 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $200

Interactive Wheel of Fortune-style fun for any crowd! I’m a fun, engaging game show host who will turn your party, corporate event, or gathering into an...

Vicki's MasCharade

5.0 (3)
6 Verified bookings

  • Columbia, MD
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 6 miles from Ellicott City
  • $150 per hour

Liz O. said “Vicki was phenomenal at my son’s 7th birthday. She did some beautiful unicorn designs for the girls and all kinds of cool zombie, Spider-Man and venom designs for the boys. My kids were so happy,...”

Caricatures by Kerry G. Johnson

5.0 (11)
24 Verified bookings

  • Columbia, MD
  • Caricaturist / Family Entertainment
  • 6 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $125

Michelle W. said “He did a wonderful job at our Fall Festival. It was a huge hit and the line was always long. We will be using him again for our Spring Fling event.”

Moondust Face Art

5.0 (6)
5 Verified bookings

  • Hanover, MD
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 6 miles from Ellicott City
  • $125 per event

Lola said “Ms Sarah is such an adorable soul. Very calm and professional. She was helpful from beginning till she was done. I can’t wait to book her again. ”

Faces by Rhea

1 Verified booking

  • Jessup, MD
  • Face Painter / Family Entertainment
  • 8 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $75

Kids and adults alike love to get their faces painted. Our wide variety of full face designs and cheek art will be sure to please at any event. Faces by Rhea is...

Bmore Photos

5.0 (2)
4 Verified bookings

  • Baltimore, MD
  • Photo Booths / Family Entertainment
  • 10 miles from Ellicott City
  • Starts at $299

Regina C. said “Gerald was great to work with! His photos were great quality and he was patient and kind. Everyone had a great time!”

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About booking Family Entertainment in Ellicott City, MD

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 Ellicott City, Maryland 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 Ellicott City 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 Ellicott City, MD area

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