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204 Unique and Specialty Acts serving Hartford, CT

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Pop Art (Balloons by Dave)

4.81 (33)
Top Performer
79 Verified bookings

  • Hartford, CT
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • $150-200/hr per artist

Zareena J. said “I wish I could give Carla 6 stars. She arrived on time and I was instantly struck by her joyful and pleasant personality. She was so kind, and approachable, and incredibly talented! She was... ”
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Bruce James Comedy Hypnotist/Motivational Speaker

4.97 (59)
Top Performer
8 Verified bookings

  • Hartford, CT
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • $950 to $3800

Katlyn C. said “An amazing show for the students! Everyone was engaged and had an amazing time. Our students left with a new outlook on what it means to be hypnotized. Bruce would be an amazing addition to any event... ”
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Kaleidoscope Artistic Entertainment

4.80 (155)
Top Performer
320 Verified bookings

  • Hartford, CT
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for rates

Erica B. said “Honestly, they did an awesome job with the balloons and the face painting for my daughters 1 year old party. There were kids there ranging from 1-6 years old and they all enjoyed. Adults were wickedly... ”
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Invite an Artist

4.88 (26)
Top Performer
19 Verified bookings

  • Hartford, CT
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for rates

Caroline P. said “Thank you very much to the actress who came to my grand daughter's birthday. My family will never forget how happy she was and how great her birthday was. ”
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Arty Party

4.51 (39)
68 Verified bookings

  • Hartford, CT
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for rates

Rebecca R. said “Everything was great! ”
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Colorful Creations

4.74 (35)
57 Verified bookings

  • Hartford, CT
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for rates

Louis E. said “Colorful Creations was absolutely wonderful at our Disability Pride event! They arrived on time, were professional yet warm and personal, and made sure their setup was accessible so everyone could... ”
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LBspinnerz ArtZ / Lady Blaze

5.0 (6)
2 Verified bookings

  • New Haven, CT
  • Fire Performer / Unique and Specialty
  • 34 miles from Hartford
  • $250- $3000

Tom P. said “I have seen her perform many times locally this past year and she is on top of her field ! Highly skilled ! Costumes are fresh and many , Never disappoints a crowd , well known and loved !! Routines... ”

The Santa Connection

5.0 (25)
41 Verified bookings

  • Hartford, CT
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • $275 - $1000

Sean M. said “Santa Dave is the real deal! Everyone was impressed with Santa Dave. He made each child feel special and looked incredible. We hope to have him back next year! ”

Santa John

4.89 (34)
67 Verified bookings

  • Cheshire, CT
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 22 miles from Hartford
  • $100 and up

Amanda C. said “Santa John was great! Prompt and professional. The kids loved him. We really appreciate him and our daughter had an amazing birthday thanks to him! ”

KO Parties

5.0 (24)
43 Verified bookings

  • Waterbury, CT
  • Princess Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 24 miles from Hartford
  • $25+ (vir); $125+

Stephanni H. said “KO Parties was awesome…from the minute we inquired right up to the birthday party and beyond. They followed up and followed through. The kids were entertained and engaged and my granddaughter (the... ”

Enchanted Equine Events

4.91 (6)
8 Verified bookings

  • Bethany, CT
  • Pony Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 29 miles from Hartford
  • Contact for rates

Mrs. A. I. said “The Pony in Pink is the BEST pony for any event, we had this incredibly beautiful and sweet Pony @ our Fairytale Wedding, dressed as a unicorn, the Pony was beyond gorgeous painted Pink and Purple,... ”

Santa Scott CT

5.0 (7)
2 Verified bookings

  • Oakdale, CT
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 33 miles from Hartford
  • Contact for rates

Staci G. said “We were so grateful to have Santa volunteer his time to visit our integrated preschool program. He was wonderful with all of our children and showed a great understanding of their different needs... ”

Faces by Carolyn

5.0 (41)
82 Verified bookings

  • Norwich, CT
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 35 miles from Hartford
  • $170 -180 2 hrs, $190-250 3 hrs,$260-$350 4 hrs

Sarah H. said “Carolyn was the whole package - from set up and break down to her artistic skills with the kids. She’s a very talented artist and the kids loved the face and body painting. She’s was very easy going... ”

Singing with Smiles

5.0 (6)
Top Performer
8 Verified bookings

  • Manchester, CT
  • Singing Telegram / Unique and Specialty
  • 8 miles from Hartford
  • $75-$150

Carlos G. said “She did an excellent job she was on time and creative with her performance ”

DazzleDay Face Painters and Balloon Twisters

4.99 (12)
Top Performer
37 Verified bookings

  • Longmeadow, MA
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Hartford
  • $100 - $125/hr

Kara Z. said “DazzleDay was great to work with. They were communicative and did a fantastic job with all the kids at our event. We would highly recommend them. ”

CactusHead Puppets

5.0 (1)
Top Performer
2 Verified bookings

  • West Springfield, MA
  • Puppet Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 24 miles from Hartford
  • $300 and up

Kimberly N. said “Fantastic Show- kept the kid's entertained and involved the whole time. We look forward having CatusHead puppets perform at the club again! ”

JT Art & Design / Caricatures

4.94 (16)
Top Performer
39 Verified bookings

  • Naugatuck, CT
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 27 miles from Hartford
  • Contact for rates

Sam N. said “I hired JT Art & Design to do caricatures at my brother's graduation party and I'm so glad I did - she was responsive, flexible, wonderfully talented and put smiles on everyone's faces. A perfect... ”

Cinderfella

5.0 (9)
Top Performer
12 Verified bookings

  • Naugatuck, CT
  • Fire Performer / Unique and Specialty
  • 27 miles from Hartford
  • $500-5000

Susan S. said “Cinderfella (and Little Wolf) brought absolute fire performance magic to our surf-side event! From the very first spark, the crowd was hooked. You could hear the gasps, the oooh’s, the ahhh’s, and... ”

The Amazing Andy

5.0 (55)
Top Performer
113 Verified bookings

  • Hamden, CT
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 29 miles from Hartford
  • Contact for rates

Wendy C. said “Kids had a blast as well as the adults! ”

Ladybird Vixen Burlesque Performer

5.0 (5)
Top Performer
3 Verified bookings

  • Hamden, CT
  • Burlesque Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 29 miles from Hartford
  • $250 and up

Sean G. said “I am the General Manager of BAR in downtown New Haven. I have had the pleasure of collaborating with Ladybird on countless events we’ve hosted from corporate, to our nightclub, to prohibition era... ”

Faces by Emily

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
10 Verified bookings

  • Beacon Falls, CT
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 30 miles from Hartford
  • $100-$150 per hour

Augusto D. said “My experience was very pleasant She arrived on time. Every kid an adult was satisfied. Thank you so so much ”

Amber Shanel’s Poet’s Therapy

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
4 Verified bookings

  • New Haven, CT
  • Spoken Word Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 34 miles from Hartford
  • $200-$500

Carlos M. said “I will definitely book Amber again. She was amazing, her voice her appearance and her energy. ”

Return to Self Retreat, Tarot Readings

5.0 (1)
3 Verified bookings

  • Hartford, CT
  • Psychic Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • $400

Jennifer C. said “We hired Joselyn Rose for my daughter’s 21st birthday party, and she was absolutely amazing! From the moment she arrived, she was warm, friendly, and professional. She instantly made everyone feel... ”

La Gitana Readings

1 Verified booking

  • Hartford, CT
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for rates

Hi, I'm Aryana, the intuitive heart behind La Gitana Readings. I've been reading tarot for 6 years, offering guidance, clarity, and good vibrations to the...

Firebolly

4 Verified bookings

  • West Hartford, CT
  • Fire Performer / Unique and Specialty
  • 4 miles from Hartford
  • Contact for rates

I am an experienced and insured Fire and Flow performer with a dynamic repertoire spanning six years. My performances encompass a diverse range of acts, such as...

Santa Chip

4.87 (36)
75 Verified bookings

  • West Hartford, CT
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 4 miles from Hartford
  • Contact for rates

Bonnie G. said “Santa Chip was a big hit with the kids at our family Christmas party. He answered all of their questions, handed out gifts, and joined in on Jingle Bells. Thank you Santa Chip! ”

Retro Customz

5.0 (2)
8 Verified bookings

  • Windsor, CT
  • Airbrush Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 6 miles from Hartford
  • Contact for rates

Brooke T. said “We booked Kre 8 Tive Alliez Apparel & Design for my daughter's sweet 16... and it was a huge hit! He was so friendly and cooperative to all of our family and friend's at the party. He does amazing... ”

Teejay's Holiday Characters

5.0 (7)
20 Verified bookings

  • Farmington, CT
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 7 miles from Hartford
  • Contact for rates

Nacole L. said “My niece was over the moon to see the bunny. Considering the circumstances of what’s going on right now, the bunny made sure we got all the pictures we could get and made sure to make a little... ”

Bombastic Barmaids

1.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Manchester, CT
  • Flair Bartender / Unique and Specialty
  • 8 miles from Hartford
  • $200-2000

Mobile Bartender for private events, cooperate, birthdays, picnics, no event is too small or big

Sugar & Spice Fairytales LLC

5.0 (2)
6 Verified bookings

  • Manchester, CT
  • Princess Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 8 miles from Hartford
  • Varied of packages starting $200 and up

Emily D. said “Sugar & Spice Fairytales sent Isabela from Encanto to our daughter’s 4th birthday and she made the party. She kept the kids entertained for an hour with stories, songs and dancing, and she was so kind... ”

The Face Painting Mama

4.95 (4)
1 Verified booking

  • Ellington, CT
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 15 miles from Hartford
  • Contact for rates

Ricardo M. said “Jenna did an amazing job at my son's 4th birthday party. I orginally hired her for only one hour but because she was doing such a good job some of the older kids and adults wanted their face painted... ”

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Unique and Specialty Acts serving the Hartford, CT area

These Unique and Specialty Acts serve the wider Hartford and Hartford county area and travel to East Hartford, West Hartford, Wethersfield, Bloomfield, Newington, Windsor, Farmington, East Windsor Hill, Rocky Hill, South Windsor, Manchester, South Glastonbury, Glastonbury, Avon, East Glastonbury, New Britain, Poquonock, Weatogue, Simsbury, Kensington, East Berlin, Berlin, Vernon, Vernon Rockville, Tariffville, Windsor Locks, Unionville, Plainville, Cromwell, and East Windsor.