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272 Unique and Specialty Acts serving Highland Park, IL

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Caricatures by Marlene

4.88 (93)
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248 Verified bookings
  • Wheeling, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 7 miles from Highland Park
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Tracie T. said “Marlene made the experience wonderful. Every sketch was personalized fitting the personality/character of the person. She was on time, set up and drew the crowd into her corner. High praises for...”
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Santa Chicago

4.78 (83)
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203 Verified bookings
  • Wilmette, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 9 miles from Highland Park
  • Starts at $40 per hour
Russ H. said “Gale was great to work with, engaged with the guests, and made sure every child felt special.”
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Jay Jay

4.95 (239)
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408 Verified bookings
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • 11 miles from Highland Park
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Kashan said “Jayjay is funny & so engaging .Not only kids but Adults too enjoyed his show.”
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Santa Ed

5.0 (7)
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17 Verified bookings
  • Mundelein, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Highland Park
  • $125 – $200 per hour
Alyssa C. said “Santa did a great job at our event which was outdoors where customers could stop by and take a photo with him. He was engaging and warm with all who came to say hello. Will definitely book again for...”
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Jon Wayes

4.82 (33)
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71 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
  • $650 – $12,000 per event
Laura M. said “This was a new approach to entertainment at our annual Halloween party and it was over the top excellent. All the guests - ones who participated, ones who watched and ones who heard about from others...”
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Caricatures By McGee

4.92 (32)
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62 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
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Grace C. said “Barton is exceptionally talented and so easy to work with. He’s very responsive to questions and very organized. He was definitely a crowd favorite at my event!! I would not hesitate to hire him...”
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Mentalist Sidney Friedman

5.0 (48)
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47 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Mentalist / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
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Julie said “We had the absolute pleasure of having Sidney Friedman serve as both the emcee and featured entertainment for our HBA Black Tie Gala, and he exceeded every expectation. From the moment he took the...”
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Face Painting by Roxy

5.0 (21)
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52 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
  • Starts at $145 per hour
Amy M. said “We hired Roxy for our corporate family cook out and her face painting was a HUGE hit. Her designs were fun and colorful and her personality matched! We will definitely use her again!”
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Michael the Santa

5.0 (7)
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31 Verified bookings
  • La Grange Park, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 24 miles from Highland Park
  • Starts at $150
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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Laine Too

5.0 (3)
10 Verified bookings
  • Northbrook, IL
  • Temporary Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 4 miles from Highland Park
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Erica L. said “Laine Too was awesome and made my event so special! You will not regret hiring them for your event! Everyone was obsessed with their glitter tattoos”
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RothArt Productions Airbrush Studios

1 Verified booking
  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • Airbrush Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 6 miles from Highland Park
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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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Heroes, Games and Fun

5.0 (9)
22 Verified bookings
  • Skokie, IL
  • Superhero Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 11 miles from Highland Park
  • Starts at $175
Callie S. said “Terry did a great job at our first Free Comic Book Day event! The kids absolutely loved him and he was super interactive and engaged. He was willing to do two characters for us. ”
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Kevin's Costumed Characters

4.65 (26)
32 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
  • Starts at $175
Porsche said “Kevin was Mickey Mouse. His suit was clean and he interacted with the kids well. He changed into normal clothes and sang kid songs with the guitar and it sounded great. The kids loved it and sang...”
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Caricatures by Ellen Lustig

5.0 (14)
38 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
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Kendell A. said “Ellen is kind, professional and talented. Our guests enjoyed getting their caricatures drawn which provided a fun, festive element to our party.”
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Jacob Mayfield

5.0 (35)
39 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
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Amber J. F. said “I own a letterpress stationery business and for our business' 20th birthday we hosted a party. I was looking for a memorable experience to gift our guests, after all, 20 years is a big deal. I reached...”
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Make Believe Professionals

4.83 (40)
131 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
  • Starts at $185
Lisa N. said “The event was a two year old birthday party! There were approximately ten 2&3 year old boys and girls. And older children also 4-8 year olds. They weren’t interested AT ALL in the games he tried to...”
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chrisjones

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
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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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Chicago Casino & Poker Rentals

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Casino Party Rentals / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
  • $200 – $5,000 per event
Lisa K. said “Everyone enjoyed playing the casino night. ”
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Round Two Up-Cycled Craft Parties

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
  • $25 – $55 per guest
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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Windy City Santa

5.0 (7)
27 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
  • Starts at $125
Ak said “Santa Matt was amazing. We had a smallish party and he did great with kids and adults. Would recommend to anyone looking for a Santa. ”
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Santa Stephen

4.67 (3)
6 Verified bookings
  • Brookfield, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 25 miles from Highland Park
  • Starts at $225
Liam B. said “True professional. So patient and kind with all the children and adults. Very authentic santa suit and persona. Couldn't be happier!”
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The Gamemaster Show

5.0 (1)
  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • Game Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 9 miles from Highland Park
  • $395 – $1,995 per event
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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Josefien Stoppelenburg Event Paintings

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  • Evanston, IL
  • Live Artwork / Unique and Specialty
  • 11 miles from Highland Park
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Event Painting Services Watch your special day transformed into a vibrant, original painting as the celebration unfolds! From weddings and milestone...
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Game Show Gurus

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Game Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 18 miles from Highland Park
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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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Tarot with Jean

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  • Bloomingdale, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 21 miles from Highland Park
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I have been reading tarot for over 30 years. I use an intuitive approach to reading the cards, and believe that Tarot is a tool to help you examine situations...
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Color Cocktail Factory

  • Chicago, IL
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
  • $350 – $2,000 per event
Color Cocktail Factory offers hands-on, instructor-led arts & crafts experiences for parties, team building, and special events. We specialize in interactive...
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Looking Glass Friends Entertainment

4.94 (42)
  • Chicago, IL
  • Princess Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
  • $90 – $300 per hour
Ashley C. said “My daughter had Sofia the First come to her party and it was so much fun for everyone, even the boys! The princess was able to keep all the kids, even the boys and the babies engaged for the entire...”
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Grace

5.0 (3)
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6 Verified bookings
  • Niles, IL
  • Psychic Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 11 miles from Highland Park
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Andrea S. said “Grace was the highlight of our Halloween party! I hired her to read tarot at my at-home girls' night with about 40 guests, and she was the biggest draw of the evening. Guests kept lining up, and...”
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Mystic's Mountain -Comforts for the Soul

5.0 (16)
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22 Verified bookings
  • Hillside, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 22 miles from Highland Park
  • Contact for pricing
Sanaa S. said “Dawn was so insightful and lovely with all our party guests! She provided such good energy and the whole party was buzzing with excitement, waiting for their turn to be read by Dawn. She went above...”
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Chicago Retro Entertainment

4.86 (119)
Top Performer
271 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Telegram / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
  • $125 – $800 per event
Noel M. said “He was fantastic did his job was funny and interactive with the crowd I would do it again ”
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Vaudezilla Entertainment | Red Hot Annie

5.0 (4)
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17 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Corporate Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 23 miles from Highland Park
  • Starts at $795
Bill B. said “We were a little apprehensive at first, but quickly realized that every aspect of the event — dancing, music, costumes, and beautiful performers — was even better than promised by Annie. We can’...”
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Unique and Specialty Acts serving the Highland Park, IL area

These Unique and Specialty Acts serve the wider Highland Park and Lake county area and travel to Highwood, Fort Sheridan, Deerfield, Bannockburn, Glencoe, North Brook, Northbrook, Techny, Riverwoods, Lincolnshire, Lake Forest, Northfield, Winnetka, Glenview Nas, Lake Bluff, Wheeling, Glenview, Mettawa, Kenilworth, Buffalo Grove, Golf, Wilmette, Prospect Heights, Great Lakes, Vernon Hills, Indian Creek, Morton Grove, Long Grove, North Chicago, and Libertyville.