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276 Unique and Specialty Acts serving Darien, IL

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IRL INTERACTIVE Events

5.0 (10)
Top Performer
21 Verified bookings
  • Westmont, IL
  • Game Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 3 miles from Darien
  • $275-$6000
Marisa said “We did a kids rave birthday party and he delivered. He had glow speakers, a bubble machine, and a screen. He brought games, had us do some fun activities during the party. Checked in with me through... ”
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Michael the Santa

5.0 (5)
Top Performer
21 Verified bookings
  • La Grange Park, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 8 miles from Darien
  • $150 minimum, $175-$100/hr for longer events
Gina P. said “Michael the Santa was absolutely AMAZING! Everyone at the party had a great time. He was very outgoing and he made sure that he spoke to and took pictures with everyone. ”
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Bob-o

4.94 (74)
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196 Verified bookings
  • Palos Heights, IL
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 11 miles from Darien
  • $80.00 to 150.00
Kristen D. said “You can tell this man loves his job, he went above and beyond with the kids at my son’s 1st birthday (older kids 5-12) & even the adults were impressed by the magic show. He made sure every child... ”
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Lazuli Party

5.0 (1)
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13 Verified bookings
  • Warrenville, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 11 miles from Darien
  • $180 and up
Laura C. said “Lazuli Party was so fun and professional! We had a group of 6 year olds at our house and she took her time with each of them to make them feel special while face painting. She even stayed a bit past... ”
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Incredible Bats

4.93 (16)
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36 Verified bookings
  • New Lenox, IL
  • Animal Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 16 miles from Darien
  • $350 1 hr private parties - $450+ 1 hr events
Monica P. said “Great 😊 ”
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Mentalist Sidney Friedman

5.0 (47)
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44 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Mentalist / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • Contact for rates
Amareen D. said “We found Sydney when looking for an entertainer who would seamlessly break the ice and tie together a group of friends, family, and coworkers for my fiancé’s 30th birthday party in Chicago. People... ”
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chrisjones

5.0 (1)
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1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $15,000
Lynda M. said “Hired Chris for our high school Senior Celebration and he truly entertained both the teenagers & adults! He engaged the entire audience with his humor and the hypnotism he performed was mesmerizing.... ”
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Face Painting by Roxy

5.0 (16)
Top Performer
34 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $125and up
Amanda S. said “Roxy was absolutely amazing at my son’s 4th birthday party! She was incredibly accommodating with all of the kids’ creative (and sometimes wild!) face painting requests, and handled everything with... ”
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Jon Wayes

4.83 (33)
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68 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $650-$12,000
Nick M. said “Jon was fantastic - We hired him for my wife’s birthday party, and it was incredible. We’re still reeling almost a week later on how he did some of his tricks and found out some of the information... ”
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Santa Scott

5.0 (88)
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177 Verified bookings
  • St Charles, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 21 miles from Darien
  • $200/hour and up - more the week before christmas
Brittany M. O. said “We have adored working with Santa Scott over the years. He brings such a warm presence and magical energy. Recently our daughter had a serious surgery and Santa came to visit! He was calm and caring... ”
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Santa Claus Irwin

4.85 (24)
49 Verified bookings
  • Naperville, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 9 miles from Darien
  • Contact for rates
Joy B. said “Santa Irwin was able to fit us in last minute for our Cub Scouts Pack meeting. Each child had a chance to visit Santa and receive their Pine Wood Derby car from him a gift. They had a wonderful... ”
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Santa Stops By - By Funtime Services

4.87 (14)
61 Verified bookings
  • Naperville, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 9 miles from Darien
  • $75 - $2,000
Cinthia F. said “Santa was great, he played the piano and sang carols. The way he went about giving out the gifts was fun. Then when he read The Night Before Christmas the kids all had their eyes glued to him. It... ”
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Santa Wayne

5.0 (34)
50 Verified bookings
  • Tinley Park, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 15 miles from Darien
  • Contact for rates
Lauren V. said “Santa Wayne was perfect for my daughter’s 7th birthday party. He showed up right on time with a big smile and made all the kids laugh through their silly questions. Definitely recommend Santa Wayne! ”
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Foam Party All Stars

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings
  • Montgomery, IL
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 19 miles from Darien
  • Contact for rates
Lauren G. said “From start to finish everything was fantastic! I’m not sure I’ve seen my kid have more fun!!! Adults loved it too!! ”
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Jacob Mayfield

5.0 (34)
37 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • Contact for rates
Robert G. said “I would 100% recommend anyone wanting to add an unforgettable activity to any party, to give Jason a room and let him do his thing! ”
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Make Believe Professionals

4.80 (37)
128 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $185 and up
Maggie B. said “We had Jedi Dave and Darth Vader come to my son’s 7th birthday party, and they were fantastic! Jedi Dave was especially great—he kept 12 very energetic boys entertained for the full hour. My son can... ”
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Caricatures By McGee

4.97 (30)
58 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • Contact for rates
Riley E. said “Great experience. Guests had a lovely time! ”
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Henna by Ayesha

5.0 (7)
3 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Henna Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $25 and up
A. H. said “Ayesha was just so sweet while she applied the Henna at Oak Parks Pride event. We chatted but she was still focused and her design was GORGEOUS!! And for such an intricate design I can't believe she... ”
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Chicago Casino & Poker Rentals

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Casino Party Rentals / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $200-$5,000
Kim said “We had a great 50th birthday party for my husband and the casino tables were a huge hit! Contract and payment process was easy. Clear instructions on what was needed for space and event was... ”
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Braidapalooza Braids and Glitter Bar

1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $200-$500
Festival-style hair salon directly to your child's birthday party! We set up a colorful, glittering braid station where every guest gets a fun colorful...
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Kevin's Costumed Characters

4.65 (26)
32 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $175 and up
Cheryl C. said “It was a totally smooth process. Character kept in contact with me the day before and the night of the event. Would use Kevin’s again in the future! ”
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World Of Astrology

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Psychic Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • Contact for rates
Linda A. said “Patricia did a great job. ”
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Face Painting by Audra

  • Blue Island, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 16 miles from Darien
  • $125 and up
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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Looking Glass Friends Entertainment

4.94 (42)
  • Chicago, IL
  • Princess Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $90 for 30 minutes, $180-300 for an hour
Jessica R. said “Ariel visited my daughter's birthday celebration this weekend and she was s huge hit! I've also used Lookingglass for Elsa & Anna, in addition to Sleeping Beauty. I've been thrilled every time.... ”
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Round Two Up-Cycled Craft Parties

5.0 (1)
New member
  • Chicago, IL
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $25-$55 per person
Tanya M. said “I've attended 3 different workshops Jessica has held, and each was fantastic! The first one was at the Eco Flamingo store for a "Make your Own Up-Cycled Jewelry" workshop. I loved that she provided... ”
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Chicago Retro Entertainment

4.87 (110)
Top Performer
255 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Telegram / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $125-$800
Judy D. said “Martin was efficient and detailed with my request on the phone. I was calling from thousands of miles away and not able to attend the 70th birthday party of my brother! My family relayed that Martin... ”
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On-Demand Typewriter Poetry

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Interactive Performer / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $250 & up
Anna A. said “We are so grateful to have met Kro. Kro and their poetry played several important roles in our wedding. Not only were they present to engage our guests and provide them with a unique, private moment... ”
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Red Hot Annie

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
15 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Cabaret Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $650 and up
Marc A. said “We hired Red Hot Annie and two other dancers for a bachelor party for our friend last month. Everything was outstanding and professional and fun. On fairly short notice, I asked for a special song... ”
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Ernest Posey Caricatures

5.0 (21)
Top Performer
42 Verified bookings
  • Flossmoor, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 21 miles from Darien
  • $150.00 per hour.
Dana S. said “This was our 2nd time using Ernest (the 1st time was our wedding in 2022) so I knew he would be a great addition to my mom’s 65th birthday celebration. He was on time and draws extremely fast. We... ”
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An Evening with Fred Zimmerman | The Chicago Mentalist

4.72 (8)
14 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Mentalist / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $650 - $2500
Ethan M. said “Everything I asked of Fred was done the right way the first time through! You could tell from the video he put out for me that he had put deep thought into it. Really would recommend him! ”
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Astro Love Astrology and Tarot

5.0 (4)
5 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Darien
  • $350 and up/ plus travel
Amanda J. said “Carol did tarot card readings at our Pilates studio and everyone loved it. She created a welcoming, calm atmosphere and was extremely thoughtful in how she interpreted the cards. Her readings were... ”
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Unique and Specialty Acts serving the Darien, IL area

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