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282 Unique and Specialty Acts serving Melrose Park, IL

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Michael the Santa

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
31 Verified bookings
  • La Grange Park, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 5 miles from Melrose Park
  • Starts at $150
Logan L. said “Amazing improv, extremely kind and easy to work with, such a good heart, and embodied the sweet and jolliness of Santa. Would hire again, and again.”
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Jon Wayes

4.82 (33)
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71 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • $650 – $12,000 per event
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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Caricatures By McGee

4.92 (32)
Top Performer
62 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
Lisa G. said “He did a great job with our residents and families”
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Face Painting by Roxy

5.0 (21)
Top Performer
52 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Starts at $145 per hour
Vicki S. said “Due to rain we had to make some last-minute changes to our event and booked face painting. Face Painting by Roxy was able to come through within 24 hour notice. She did some of the best painting I...”
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Mentalist Sidney Friedman

5.0 (48)
Top Performer
47 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Mentalist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
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John C. said “OK, so we had our wedding last weekend and Sidney performed a 45 minute show. I did not mention it to all of the guest and it was sort of a surprise. I did mention it to a few people. A few people...”
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Santa Chicago

4.78 (83)
Top Performer
203 Verified bookings
  • Wilmette, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 14 miles from Melrose Park
  • Starts at $40 per hour
Amanda G. said “He was awesome! We received many compliments on him. He was great with the kids. I would definitely recommend. I am hoping to book again for next year! Thank you! ”
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Jay Jay

4.95 (239)
Top Performer
408 Verified bookings
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • 14 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
Erica K. said “Jay Jay came out for our 6 year olds birthday party and everyone loved the magic show!”
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Bob-o

4.94 (84)
Top Performer
208 Verified bookings
  • Palos Heights, IL
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 16 miles from Melrose Park
  • Starts at $85
Ryan F. said “Fantastic experience, professional and friendly. Everything we could have asked for”
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Caricatures by Marlene

4.88 (93)
Top Performer
248 Verified bookings
  • Wheeling, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 17 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
Kimberly L. said “Marlene was so much fun! She is very talented and created caricaturist portraits for almost our entire birthday party. We would definitely rehire for another party. ”
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Santa Claus Irwin

4.84 (25)
Top Performer
62 Verified bookings
  • Naperville, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 18 miles from Melrose Park
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Nayeli N. said “Best Santa ever!!! ”
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Santa Stephen

4.67 (3)
6 Verified bookings
  • Brookfield, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 5 miles from Melrose 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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Heroes, Games and Fun

5.0 (9)
22 Verified bookings
  • Skokie, IL
  • Superhero Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 11 miles from Melrose Park
  • Starts at $175
Angie K. said “Spider-Man was the absolute best part of my son’s 4th birthday! He and all his friends cannot stop talking about meeting and getting to hang out with Spider-Man, and all the parents appreciated seeing...”
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Caricatures by Ellen Lustig

5.0 (14)
38 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
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Sydney B. said “We had Ellen at our company picnic and she was awesome! Super friendly, patient with everyone, and crazy talented. The drawings came out so fun and spot-on, and people were laughing and showing them...”
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Kevin's Costumed Characters

4.65 (26)
32 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Starts at $175
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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Windy City Santa

5.0 (7)
27 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Starts at $125
Sarah A. said “Santa Matt did a great job at my client event. Was wonderful with the kids, played the part well, and even engaged with the adults. Would recommend him again! ”
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Chicago Casino & Poker Rentals

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Casino Party Rentals / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • $200 – $5,000 per event
Lisa K. said “Everyone enjoyed playing the casino night. ”
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chrisjones

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
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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The Frozen Robins/Mingle with the Kringles

5.0 (39)
110 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • $60 – $5,000 per event
Barb H. said “We had a fun and engaging visit with Santa and Mrs Claus. They interacted with the children and we sang Christmas carols. We will definitely look forward to having them visit again next year!”
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Round Two Up-Cycled Craft Parties

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose 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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Jacob Mayfield

5.0 (35)
39 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
Vicki Z. said “All of guests were delighted with meeting and talking with Jacob during his interpretations. We will definitely hire him again at our next event. ”
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Make Believe Professionals

4.83 (40)
131 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Starts at $185
Ben G. said “On time, in character and good times. ”
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Laine Too

5.0 (3)
10 Verified bookings
  • Northbrook, IL
  • Temporary Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 16 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
Kathleen F. said “Laine Too did a phenomenal job at our Class of 2024 Senior Party! Kids were lined up all night to get their unique and vibrant tattoos, and we saw their artwork proudly displayed throughout the event....”
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Santa Stops By - By Funtime Services

4.86 (14)
63 Verified bookings
  • Naperville, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 18 miles from Melrose Park
  • $75 – $2,000 per event
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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Color Cocktail Factory

  • Chicago, IL
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose 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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Michael Romani Balloon Twisting

5.0 (2)
  • Chicago, IL
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
Daniel V. said “Michael did a phenomenal job twisting balloons for my event. All the kids loved how funny and charismatic he was the entire time. He was also very cordial and responsive with scheduling. I would...”
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Looking Glass Friends Entertainment

4.94 (42)
  • Chicago, IL
  • Princess Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • $90 – $300 per 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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Tarot with Jean

New member
  • Bloomingdale, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
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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Josefien Stoppelenburg Event Paintings

New member
  • Evanston, IL
  • Live Artwork / Unique and Specialty
  • 13 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
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 Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
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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Mystic's Mountain -Comforts for the Soul

5.0 (16)
Top Performer
22 Verified bookings
  • Hillside, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 3 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
Madeline G. said “I hired Dawn for my coven themed birthday party with 30 women and she was fantastic! She had a line of women waiting to get their tarot cards read all night. Dawn was warm, friendly and very...”
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Grace

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
6 Verified bookings
  • Niles, IL
  • Psychic Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 9 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for pricing
Monica M. said “Grace was an amazing reader she was very accommodating took her time and read for my group with full detail and specifics on each and every one of us with sparing enough time for everyone she’s very...”
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Chicago Retro Entertainment

4.86 (119)
Top Performer
271 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Telegram / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • $125 – $800 per event
Gabriel F. said “Amazing experience! We hired them for a 35-year retirement party at work and they absolutely smashed it. They came completely prepared with their own songs and incredibly kind words, and they were...”
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Unique and Specialty Acts serving the Melrose Park, IL area

These Unique and Specialty Acts serve the wider Melrose Park and Cook county area and travel to Stone Park, Maywood, Bellwood, River Forest, River Grove, Northlake, Berkeley, Broadview, Franklin Park, Forest Park, Elmwood Park, Hillside, Hines, Westchester, Oak Park, Schiller Park, Elmhurst, North Riverside, La Grange Park, Norridge, Berwyn, Riverside, Harwood Heights, Brookfield, Bensenville, Rosemont, Lyons, Cicero, Oak Brook, and Oakbrook Terrace.