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273 Unique and Specialty Acts serving Northbrook, IL

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Caricatures by Marlene

4.88 (93)
Top Performer
248 Verified bookings

  • Wheeling, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 5 miles from Northbrook
  • 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 Chicago

4.78 (83)
Top Performer
203 Verified bookings

  • Wilmette, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 7 miles from Northbrook
  • 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
  • 8 miles from Northbrook
  • 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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Santa Ed

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
17 Verified bookings

  • Mundelein, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 13 miles from Northbrook
  • $125 – $200 per hour

Kayla S. said “We could not have asked for a better Santa for our Claus for a Cause event! He was absolutely AMAZING - so warm, friendly, and engaging with every child and family. His communication leading up to the...”
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Jon Wayes

4.82 (33)
Top Performer
71 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • $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
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • 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
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • 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
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • Contact for pricing

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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Michael the Santa

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
31 Verified bookings

  • La Grange Park, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • 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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Laine Too

5.0 (3)
10 Verified bookings

  • Northbrook, IL
  • Temporary Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for pricing

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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  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • Airbrush Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 6 miles from Northbrook
  • Contact for pricing

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
  • 8 miles from Northbrook
  • 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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The Frozen Robins/Mingle with the Kringles

5.0 (39)
110 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • $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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chrisjones

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • 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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Round Two Up-Cycled Craft Parties

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • $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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Chicago Casino & Poker Rentals

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Casino Party Rentals / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • $200 – $5,000 per event

Lisa K. said “Everyone enjoyed playing the casino night. ”
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Jacob Mayfield

5.0 (35)
39 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • 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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Caricatures by Ellen Lustig

5.0 (14)
38 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • Contact for pricing

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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Make Believe Professionals

4.83 (40)
131 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • Starts at $185

Ben G. said “On time, in character and good times. ”
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Kevin's Costumed Characters

4.65 (26)
32 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • 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
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • 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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Santa Stephen

4.67 (3)
6 Verified bookings

  • Brookfield, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 21 miles from Northbrook
  • 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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  • Evanston, IL
  • Live Artwork / Unique and Specialty
  • 9 miles from Northbrook
  • 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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  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • Game Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Northbrook
  • $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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  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Game Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 16 miles from Northbrook
  • 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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Tarot with Jean

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  • Bloomingdale, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 17 miles from Northbrook
  • 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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  • Chicago, IL
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • $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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  • Chicago, IL
  • Princess Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • $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....”

Grace

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
6 Verified bookings

  • Niles, IL
  • Psychic Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 8 miles from Northbrook
  • Contact for pricing

Claire W. said “Thank you so much, Grace, for being part of our bridal shower! You added such a fun and special touch to the celebration, and our guests absolutely loved the readings. Everyone had such a great...”

Mystic's Mountain -Comforts for the Soul

5.0 (16)
Top Performer
22 Verified bookings

  • Hillside, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 18 miles from Northbrook
  • 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...”

Vaudezilla Entertainment | Red Hot Annie

5.0 (4)
Top Performer
17 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Corporate Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • 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’...”

Chicago Retro Entertainment

4.86 (119)
Top Performer
271 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Telegram / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Northbrook
  • $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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