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113 Unique and Specialty Acts serving Ankeny, IA

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Laura Ernst

4.29 (3)
1 Verified booking

  • Altoona, IA
  • Variety Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 9 miles from Ankeny
  • $500-$8,000

Lindsay W. said “The ladies did a great job & our guests enjoyed the entertainment! ”

Santa Jeffy

5.0 (8)
Top Performer
18 Verified bookings

  • Windsor Heights, IA
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 11 miles from Ankeny
  • Rates start @ $100/hour, 1 hour minimum fee.

Angela T. said “Our community HOA hired Santa Jeffy to visit and we are eagerly checking the calendar to get him booked again for next year! Talk about experienced….Santa greeted each child and was told names.... ”

Santa Reed

5.0 (23)
Top Performer
33 Verified bookings

  • Redfield, IA
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 32 miles from Ankeny
  • $150 and up

Samantha C. D. said “I held Flying with Santa Christmas Minis and had Santa and Mrs. Claus there for the families and kiddos to take photos with and this was by far the most fun session I've had to date! Santa and Mrs.... ”

Caricatures By Steph

5.0 (4)
12 Verified bookings

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Kristi D. said “Steph is FANTASTIC! She was on time, did AMAZING work and kept in contact with me. She was easy to work with, is extremely talented and we would absolutely hire her again! ”

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Casino Party Rentals / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Looking for a way to spice up your next event? Transport your guests to Vegas with a casino theme. As a full service, all inclusive rental company, we...

Steampunk Jess

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
5 Verified bookings

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • $75 and up

Heather A. F. C. R. I. said “Jess and her husband showed up a full hour before the event, got set up with very little instruction (my fault- I was setting up a parade!) the 10k+ people that showed up for the parade were no... ”

Bloo Tattoo

5.0 (12)
Top Performer
19 Verified bookings

  • Grimes, IA
  • Temporary Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • $125 and up

Victoria A. said “Everyone loved their tattoos. Thanks again! ”

Hovick Family Farm Petting Zoo

5.0 (8)
Top Performer
13 Verified bookings

  • Roland, IA
  • Petting Zoo / Unique and Specialty
  • 30 miles from Ankeny
  • $600 and up.

Sean W. said “They were easy to work with. They took care of everything. Our students had a wonderful experience. ”

The Santa Experience

3.0 (2)
11 Verified bookings

  • Ankeny, IA
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • $0 -500

Gigi B. said “We had children of all ages in attendance and a lot of adrenaline and excitement and Santa and Mrs Claus entered the room and the excitement was contagious. Professionals, kind, great listeners and... ”

Santa Duff

5.0 (17)
26 Verified bookings

  • Johnston, IA
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 7 miles from Ankeny
  • $125 and up

Kaley C. said “Imagination Street, an indoor children’s play space, hosted a holiday event for families and Santa Duff was the guest of honor. He was fantastic from start to finish. He interacted with children in... ”

The Giant Bubble Show

1 Verified booking

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Bubble Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Our Giant Bubble Show is an interactive family show that has to be seen to be believed. We make giant bubbles, smoke bubbles, we put kids in bubbles, bubbles in...

Kapow Face Painting

5.0 (7)
17 Verified bookings

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • $125 per hour two hour minimum

Chelsea B. said “The day of our event did not go to plan. The weather was terrible, the wind was blowing and it was freezing. Kapow still came out and were champs! Not only did they brave the cold, they still did an... ”

CreativiTiah Face & Body Art

1 Verified booking

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Hi Im Tiah! I’m an Insured Artist & Event Entertainer Servicing Central Iowa. Offering face paint, temporary glitter tattoos, airbrush body art, henna, hair...

Santa Claus in Des Moines

4.90 (16)
3 Verified bookings

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Jennifer M. said “My kids are out of the house but their pet dog is still at home and what a better way to show the kids Christmas cheer than to send them a photo of their dog and Santa! Santa handle the dog perfectly... ”

Access Yourself Services

4.71 (28)
79 Verified bookings

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • $65 & up

Micaela P. said “The balloon artist and facepainter showed up, did exactly as they were supposed to, were very polite and professional, and everyone absolutely loved it. Adults and kids both! You will not regret... ”

Midwest Painted Parties

4.88 (8)
40 Verified bookings

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Zsanette B. said “Our face painter was so kind and respectful. The kids had so much fun and loved their face paintings. ”

TB Creations Face Painting and More

4.86 (8)
16 Verified bookings

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • $50 to $100 per hour

Jenny S. said “Twila was awesome. It was hot and there were a lot of kids. Super trooper and beautiful face paintings. Highly recommend. ”

Face Painting and Airbrush

5.0 (2)
5 Verified bookings

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Airbrush Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • $100-$500

Wayne N. said “I would highly recommend for your next gathering. Very professional, prompt and talented. She does quality work while still being able to keep the line moving. She worked our town festival and... ”

Kitty Cowgirl Caricatures

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • $150/per-hour, per-artist

Michael B. said “I shoot in the state pool tournament and she is here for middle of the map iowa, I don't have time to sit down was able to show her a couple pictures and she made one of my wife and I, this year she... ”

Santa Dan

5.0 (16)
25 Verified bookings

  • Grimes, IA
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • $125 and up

Logan W. said “Hired Santa Dan due to our other Santa cancelling last second. All I can say is I wish Santa Dan would’ve been who we originally hired. He brought a book and read it to the children while singing... ”

Iowa Mrs Claus

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Grimes, IA
  • Mrs. Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Ankeny
  • $75 and up

Carole H. said “Mrs. Claus was very personal--little kids believed in her--adult kids played along! ”

The Mega Bubbler!

1 Verified booking

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • Bubble Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 14 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

The Mega Bubbler Big Bubble Show is a 25-30 minute bubble and circus show followed by a 30 minute interactive Bubble Adventure! The Bubble Adventure allows the...

Artbykat Facepainting and More

5.0 (3)
4 Verified bookings

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 14 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Kyle C. said “They did a great job and everyone had a great time! So many kids and adults walking around with beautiful face paint and sparkles! The event wouldn't have looked the same without it! ”

Paint the Town

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • Live Artwork / Unique and Specialty
  • 14 miles from Ankeny
  • $300 - $2000

Megan B. said “Amber, owner of Paint the Town, has done a painting party with me and taught step-by-step but still freedom to make each picture look different. She has done work for me in the past and it’s always... ”

Eco Party

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 14 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Kelly O. said “My baby’s 3rd birthday was a huge success! Thank you for making my little man´s day so special! ”

Toby the Balloon Dude

4.98 (7)
3 Verified bookings

  • Colfax, IA
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • 19 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Joni K. said “Toby was a huge hit at our elementary school event! His creations were top notch, he dressed for fun, and he was great with the kids! Additionally, he was professional and easy to work with. I would... ”

Cooper House Entertainment Santa Claus

5.0 (4)
7 Verified bookings

  • Woodward, IA
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 19 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Diane J. said “We chose a different format because the roads we so bad So he called and spoke to the kids about his naughty and nice list ”

Iowahenna

5.0 (4)
6 Verified bookings

  • Ames, IA
  • Henna Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 21 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Cory H. said “She was great, came on time, and was kind and personable to all. Everyone was asked if they wanted something traditional or custom, and all the designs she created were beautiful. She also did a... ”

Sword Queen Tarot

5.0 (1)
5 Verified bookings

  • Adel, IA
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Telia C. said “She was personable, took her time with each person and the whole experience was very enjoyable! ”

Brushed Air

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Adel, IA
  • Temporary Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Ankeny
  • $100 and up

Kim M. said “Our kids at the after prom party loved their airbrush tattoos. Some volunteers even got one! They were quick and the line kept moving. Thanks for a great experience! ”

Toby Twist

5.0 (5)
8 Verified bookings

  • Ogden, IA
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Ankeny
  • Contact for rates

Jen B. said “Toby was amazing. Showed up early to set up, was great with the kids. Got lots of compliments from our crowd. Would highly recommend! ”

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Unique and Specialty Acts serving the Ankeny, IA area

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