- Mountain View, CA
- Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
- 5 miles from Palo Alto
- $500 - $6,000
Jennifer C. said
“Eve is amazing. She is warm and positive. Everyone who received a reading was very impressed. Highly recommend. ”
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271 Unique and Specialty Acts serving Palo Alto, CA
- Santa Clara, CA
- Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
- 12 miles from Palo Alto
- Contact for rates
Nidhi T. said
“We hired Tinali for my son’s birthday party and she provided such a wonderful experience to all the kids and the adults. Would absolutely recommend her ”
- San Jose, CA
- Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
- 16 miles from Palo Alto
- Contact for rates
Brooke said
“Santa Dale fully embraces the ho, ho, spirit of being Santa. He looks the part and plays the part perfectly. Even his beard is well maintained with shiny curls! He was such a blast to work with... ”
- Concord, CA
- Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
- 38 miles from Palo Alto
- $140-$225 per hour
Valerie D. said
“Dahlia was the extra we needed for my daughter’s small local wedding dinner. She was accommodating and the guests enjoyed taking home a memento of their special day ”
- Palo Alto, CA
- Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
- $375 and up
Margaret H. said
“Kids were happy, had fun and were entertained the whole time he was there. ”
- Fremont, CA
- Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
- 11 miles from Palo Alto
- Starting at $375 - no travel fees
Jill P. said
“Birdie and Willa were fabulous! We did a 3 year old birthday party at the park and they really made it so fun and interactive! The kids and the parents loved them! It was magical! ”
- San Jose, CA
- Juggler / Unique and Specialty
- 16 miles from Palo Alto
- $300 and up
Raeyann A. said
“Draco was great! Punctual, great communicator, and the kids loved the show. Lots of laughter and smiles. ”
- San Jose, CA
- Casino Party Rentals / Unique and Specialty
- 16 miles from Palo Alto
- Contact for rates
Cierra G. said
“We thoroughly enjoyed our experience with JM Event Planning for our private house dinner in Los Angeles! In January 2026, we contracted JM Event Planning & Hospitality Staffing to secure a waiter... ”
- Hayward, CA
- Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
- 16 miles from Palo Alto
- $500 to $2500
Sarah G. said
“Dr. Dave came to perform for my son's 13 birthday party and all his friends had a great time. It was a very unique and hilarious experience. Definitely one of the most memorable birthday parties... ”
- San Lorenzo, CA
- Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
- 16 miles from Palo Alto
- $200 and up
Erin M. said
“Thank you for all your help! We would love to use you all again! on time and very easy and professional! ”
- Boulder Creek, CA
- Mentalist / Unique and Specialty
- 22 miles from Palo Alto
- Contact for rates
Kimberley M. said
“We hade the pleasure of seeing Santiago's wonderful show in June of 2025. He is such an engaging entertainer. The setting was very intimate, a small dining room at the Shadow Brook in Capitola, CA. He... ”
- San Ramon, CA
- Airbrush Artist / Unique and Specialty
- 25 miles from Palo Alto
- Rates begin at $250/hr (2 hr min)(1artist+1asst.)
Steven M. S. E. said
“Showed up on time friendly did a great job quick with their designs took care of the guest at the event extremely well ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Fire Performer / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- $200 and up
Candace N. said
“I booked her for 500 person block party, the crowd loved her! She arrived on time, was courteous and spectacular at the same time! She was walking entertainment for families and they loved it. ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- Contact for rates
Rachel O. said
“Santa made us all believers again at Valley of the Moon Winery. The reaction on guest faces when they walked in was priceless. We hope to have him back every year.
Cheers,
Rachel ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Animal Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- $325/hour plus travel fee and merchant service fee
Robert H. said
“We hired the Insect Discovery Lab for our son's 5th birthday party. It fully held the attention of 10 kids between the ages of 4-10 (and several adults) for a full hour. It was exactly what we were... ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- Contact for rates
Christina B. said
“Kayla with Pacific Face Painting came out to do balloon testing and she did not disappoint! She made swords, and dogs, and flowers, and monkeys and much more!! It was perfect for my 3 year old... ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Mentalist / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- Contact for rates
Joanne H. said
“Eaden is a professional to work with and his performances are awe-inspiring. He left everyone baffled and with enjoyable memories. ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- $200 and up, call for quote
Robin R. said
“I hired Dawn Light for 2 of my events so far & she not only comes in a beautiful on point costume but her care & attention to each person made everyone feel special & she had a line of participants... ”
AishusLettersNStrokes
New member- Santa Clara, CA
- Live Artwork / Unique and Specialty
- 12 miles from Palo Alto
- $200 - $2000
AishusLettersNStrokes brings live calligraphy and on-site engraving to weddings and events across the San Francisco Bay Area. Based in Santa Clara, I create...
- San Jose, CA
- Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
- 16 miles from Palo Alto
- Contact for rates
Catering to a wide range of occasions from birthday parties and school events to corporate gatherings and community celebrations, The Foam Crew creates a fun...
- Alameda, CA
- Auctioneer / Unique and Specialty
- 25 miles from Palo Alto
- Rates start at $500 and up
Don G. said
“Sanford Marshall is incredible, professional and engaging. He spoke at length with my daughter and future son-in-law abs made the wedding very personal and special. I would highly recommend Sanford... ”
Airbrush' N' Stuff
- San Francisco, CA
- Airbrush Artist / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- Starts at 199.00/hr (2 hr min.)
Leigh A. A. said
“Airbrush N Stuff has been a favorite part of our holiday party for over 3 years. The adults as well as the kids love their personalized gear. Sketch is fantastic to work with, super responsive and... ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Juggler / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- Contact for rates
I provide either a choreographed Chinese yo-yo routine or ambient entertainment that includes traditional juggling as well as Chinese yo-yo. These services...
- San Jose, CA
- Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
- 16 miles from Palo Alto
- Contact for rates
Eileen D. said
“The fun filled outdoor night of Christmas games and hot cocoa bars with our special visit from Santa! We lucked out and didn’t have any rain so the kids were able to sit and listen to Santa as he... ”
- San Jose, CA
- Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
- 16 miles from Palo Alto
- $150 per hour. pluss possible gas flat fee
Kristin S. said
“Another terrific performance provided by David! ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Singing Telegram / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- $150-$5000
Andy L. said
“Absolutely Amazing!!! 100% worth it!! Showed up for a 37th year birthday and the place just lit up!! I couldn't be any happier with how everything turned out. I highly recommend her Elvis... ”
- Fremont, CA
- Casino Party Rentals / Unique and Specialty
- 11 miles from Palo Alto
- $500 and up
Janet D. said
“All our guests loved the dealer who was patient and fun. They called to say they had car trouble, but still got set up in time. Highly recommend Ryan and his wife ”
- Millbrae, CA
- Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
- 17 miles from Palo Alto
- Contact for rates
Jacquelyn M. said
“We are so grateful to Ingrid for making our party an absolute hit! She is a true artist and so fun to work with. The kids were so impressed at all the incredible designs she could paint and the... ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Burlesque Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- $300+ (location & curation dependent)
Anthony C. said
“A true professional on and off stage, RedBone delivers every single time. She’s the perfect combination of sexy, funny, and razor-sharp wit. She knows exactly how to command the stage and any... ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- $200 and up
Anthony P. said
“The reader was pleasant and thoughtful. It was my birthday and unbeknownst to me she she had everyone out their energy into a crystal heart after their reading and then presented that to me at the end... ”
- San Francisco, CA
- Psychic Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
- 28 miles from Palo Alto
- $160/1st hr/fortune teller, $100/hr/pp after
Jenn H. said
“A great addition to my birthday celebration! Wanugee was engaging and complimentary and perfectly right! Thank you! ”
- Fremont, CA
- Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
- 11 miles from Palo Alto
- $200+
Jannat T. said
“Jem was energetic, punctual and awesome. She was a hit to the kids and totally changed vibe of my kids birthday party. Totally recommended! ”
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