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278 Unique and Specialty Acts serving Evanston, IL

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Mentalist Sidney Friedman

5.0 (47)
Top Performer
44 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Mentalist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Nik H. said “As our featured entertainer, Sidney brought mind-blowing mentalism, unforgettable audience interaction, and a polished, professional energy that had students, parents, and educators on the edge of... ”
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chrisjones

5.0 (1)
Top Performer
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $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
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $125and up

Sofia B. said “Roxy was amazing! I definitely would recommend her, she was not only very professional but also extremely friendly and so talented everyone loved her face paintings! ”
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Caricatures by Ellen Lustig

5.0 (13)
Top Performer
33 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Ashli said “Ellen, Thank you again for all the drawings they are all amazing! People couldn’t stop talking about it on Sunday and even today as we were leaving to head home. You added so much entertainment to... ”
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Jon Wayes

4.82 (32)
Top Performer
68 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $650-$12,000

Cadence H. said “I am a camp counselor at a summer camp for children and adults with special needs and every week we pick a fun theme for the campers. Jon came for our Science Alive week and did such an amazing job.... ”
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Caricatures by Marlene

4.86 (86)
Top Performer
233 Verified bookings

  • Wheeling, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 14 miles from Evanston
  • $125 per hour

David S. said “Caricatures were a huge hit with everyone at the party!!! ”
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Jay Jay

4.95 (225)
Top Performer
390 Verified bookings

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • 15 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Sarah D. said “We are so glad to have chosen Jay Jay as our balloon twister and magician for our Spring Social event! His level of professionalism and customer service are top-notch and a rare find these days! Our... ”
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Michael the Santa

5.0 (5)
Top Performer
21 Verified bookings

  • La Grange Park, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 17 miles from Evanston
  • $150 minimum, $175-$100/hr for longer events

Vanessa F. said “I had the pleasure of inviting Michael into my home to be Santa for my toddler and baby nephews, while they were visiting. From the moment he stepped into my home, he radiated warmth and jolliness. He... ”
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IRL INTERACTIVE Events

5.0 (10)
Top Performer
21 Verified bookings

  • Westmont, IL
  • Game Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Evanston
  • $275-$6000

Holly H. said “We had such a great and seamless event with IRL INTERACTIVE Events. Would highly recommend them!! Thank you for everything! Our employees loved the trivia station that you created! ”
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Bob-o

4.94 (74)
Top Performer
196 Verified bookings

  • Palos Heights, IL
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 27 miles from Evanston
  • $80.00 to 150.00

Gia D. said “He was great entertainment for the kids and adults!! Loved the balloons and magic show. Thank you!! ”
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Lazuli Party

5.0 (1)
Top Performer
13 Verified bookings

  • Warrenville, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 30 miles from Evanston
  • $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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Heroes, Games and Fun

5.0 (9)
20 Verified bookings

  • Skokie, IL
  • Superhero Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 3 miles from Evanston
  • $175 and up

Alison S. said “Communicative before the party, pics with all the kids, superhero training and tug of war! My kiddo was starstruck and had a blast! ”
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Laine Too

5.0 (3)
10 Verified bookings

  • Northbrook, IL
  • Temporary Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 9 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Jenny Q. said “Clayton was great and busy creating airbrush tattoos all day! He was so creative, fun and polite. Would highly recommend for your event! ”
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Kevin's Costumed Characters

4.65 (26)
32 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $175 and up

Ej M. said “Reasonable rates. Good communication. And always puts a smile on my wife's face. Thanks! ”
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Henna by Ayesha

5.0 (7)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Henna Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $25 and up

Erin H. said “The girls loved her so much! She is so warm and sweet you love her instantly! Will definitely book her again! She was able to do any design you want, extremely talented! The girls were all begging for... ”
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World Of Astrology

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Psychic Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Linda A. said “Patricia did a great job. ”
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Chicago Casino & Poker Rentals

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Casino Party Rentals / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $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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Caricatures By McGee

4.97 (30)
58 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Patrick S. said “We hired Barton to work at our high school Homecoming bonfire, and he was excellent! His work was of quality, and the kids loved it. He is personable and a lot of fun to talk to, too. Thank you,... ”
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Jacob Mayfield

5.0 (34)
37 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Jeanne W. said “Jacob entertained our group at our annual Christmas party. Jacob provided a highly engaging, entertaining and professional performance. Feedback the next day was very positive, and everyone was trying... ”
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Make Believe Professionals

4.80 (37)
128 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $185 and up

Bo L. said “The entertainer was fantastic. She was on time and very sweet with the kids. All the kids loved the balloons and Winnie the Bear costume. I would hire them again for future parties ”
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  • Chicago, IL
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $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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  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • Airbrush Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 15 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

RothArt – Live Airbrush Entertainment Make your event unforgettable with RothArt! We specialize in live airbrush favors and swag that bring energy,...
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Santa Ray Semple

5.0 (5)
7 Verified bookings

  • Mundelein, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 22 miles from Evanston
  • $150.00 and up

Lia R. said “Santa Ray went above and beyond! Our Polar Express ride was so much fun and he brought it all to life! The kids were beaming! Thank you!! ”
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Santa Ed

5.0 (7)
13 Verified bookings

  • Mundelein, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 22 miles from Evanston
  • $125-200 per hour.

Annie S. said “What a wonderful Santa! ”
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  • Chicago, IL
  • Princess Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $90 for 30 minutes, $180-300 for an hour

Nicole C. said “Absolutely wonderful! I look forward to using them again. Sleeping beauty came to visit my 3 years old birthday party and all the kids loved it (adults did too)! ”
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  • Chicago, IL
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $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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  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • Game Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Evanston
  • $395.00 - $1995.00

Kyle C. said “Harris was awesome and professional through all communications. Set up was prompt and on time, friendly and personable. Show was hilarious, fun, engaging, and everyone is still talking about it. It... ”
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  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Game Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 22 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for rates

Interactive mobile touring game shows make great additions to any type of event including, but not limited to: Corporate (sales meetings, training,...
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  • Blue Island, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 27 miles from Evanston
  • $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!”...

On-Demand Typewriter Poetry

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Interactive Performer / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $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... ”

Red Hot Annie

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
15 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cabaret Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $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... ”

Chicago Retro Entertainment

4.87 (110)
Top Performer
255 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Telegram / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $125-$800

Kimberly D. said “We were impressed from the moment of engagement. Martin was timely, professional, and easy to communicate our needs with through the event. Thank you for adding a special feel to the 40th birthday... ”

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