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278 Unique and Specialty Acts serving Skokie, IL

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Mentalist Sidney Friedman

5.0 (47)
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46 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Mentalist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • Contact for rates
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 (20)
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47 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $125and up
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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Round Two Up-Cycled Craft Parties

5.0 (2)
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2 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $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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Jon Wayes

4.83 (33)
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69 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $650-$12,000
Carrie J. said “We had a small gathering for a birthday party and Jon was wonderful! He engaged the entire group, was hilarious and blew our minds with his magic, mentalism and hypnosis. We've all been talking... ”
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Caricatures by Marlene

4.87 (89)
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238 Verified bookings
  • Wheeling, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $125 per hour
David S. said “Caricatures were a huge hit with everyone at the party!!! ”
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Jay Jay

4.94 (233)
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398 Verified bookings
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • 13 miles from Skokie
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Julie M. said “Jay Jay did a great job interacting with the children at our event. He arrived on time and was professional. The children were allowed to make their own bubbles. ”
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Michael the Santa

5.0 (7)
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26 Verified bookings
  • La Grange Park, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 15 miles from Skokie
  • $150 minimum, $175-$100/hr for longer events
Rachel said “He was amazing very friendly and he played the part very good! ”
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IRL INTERACTIVE Events

5.0 (13)
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22 Verified bookings
  • Westmont, IL
  • Game Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Skokie
  • $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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Santa Ed

5.0 (7)
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14 Verified bookings
  • Mundelein, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 21 miles from Skokie
  • $125-200 per hour.
Rachel S. said “Santa Ed was wonderful! He communicated with me before my event and the day of. He arrived on time, was very friendly/personable/engaging with adults and kids. Highlight of the event! Would highly... ”
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Bob-o

4.94 (80)
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199 Verified bookings
  • Palos Heights, IL
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 25 miles from Skokie
  • $80.00 to 150.00
Mary A. R. said “very entertaining ”
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Lazuli Party

5.0 (2)
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16 Verified bookings
  • Warrenville, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 27 miles from Skokie
  • $180 and up
Nesreen H. said “We had Lazuli come to our daughter’s 8th birthday. She came early, found a great shaded spot to set up. Had all her equipment and completely professional and self sufficient. The girls went running... ”
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Santa Chicago

4.79 (83)
196 Verified bookings
  • Wilmette, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 3 miles from Skokie
  • $40 (jan-oct) to $200 per hour plus travel.
Traci J. said “He showed up on time, took pictures with all the kids, sang some songs, passed out gifts and read a story! Perfect day! ”
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Laine Too

5.0 (3)
10 Verified bookings
  • Northbrook, IL
  • Temporary Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 8 miles from Skokie
  • Contact for rates
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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chrisjones

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $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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Make Believe Professionals

4.82 (39)
130 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $185 and up
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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Caricatures By McGee

4.90 (31)
60 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • Contact for rates
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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Jacob Mayfield

5.0 (34)
38 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • Contact for rates
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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Chicago Casino & Poker Rentals

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Casino Party Rentals / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $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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Kevin's Costumed Characters

4.65 (26)
32 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $175 and up
Kunume O. said “Kevin was amazing! We rented a spongebob-like character for my son's birthday party. He showed up and entertained the kids the entire time with so much ease. Truly memorable! Thank you. ”
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Windy City Santa

5.0 (7)
23 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $125 and up
Brigitte W. said “Santa Matt was amazing with all the dogs that came to visit with Santa. He took his time with each pet to get them as calm as they could be for a great photo an include the fur humans as well. Many of... ”
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Braidapalooza Braids and Glitter Bar

1 Verified booking
  • Chicago, IL
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $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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RothArt Productions Airbrush Studios

1 Verified booking
  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • Airbrush Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 14 miles from Skokie
  • 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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Psychic readings

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings
  • Riverside, IL
  • Psychic Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 14 miles from Skokie
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Jacqueline L. said “She was so sweet, accommodating and went above and beyond for our Halloween party. Brought her own deco for her table and dressed the part in costume! 100% would have back ”
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Santa Ray Semple

5.0 (5)
7 Verified bookings
  • Mundelein, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 21 miles from Skokie
  • $150.00 and up
Jenna S. said “The BEST part of our holiday party. Santa Rey was absolutely perfect. I was so impressed by the little surprises he had for the kids. Booking and communicating was so easy and he was so responsive. So... ”
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Looking Glass Friends Entertainment

4.94 (42)
  • Chicago, IL
  • Princess Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $90 for 30 minutes, $180-300 for an hour
Anna Z. said “This is a super late review. On Feb 1, 2014 we had Tinkerbell and Fairy Godmother came to visit our daughter's 2nd birthday. Despite the bad winter weather (3 kids couldn't make it to the party,... ”
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Color Cocktail Factory

  • Chicago, IL
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $350-$2000
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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The Gamemaster Show

5.0 (1)
  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • Game Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 18 miles from Skokie
  • $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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Game Show Gurus

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Game Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 20 miles from Skokie
  • 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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Face Painting by Audra

  • Blue Island, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 26 miles from Skokie
  • $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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Astro Love Astrology and Tarot

5.0 (4)
Top Performer
7 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • Contact for rates
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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Soller Heads

5.0 (10)
Top Performer
14 Verified bookings
  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Skokie
  • $80-$125/hr. sliding scale per project
Erin N. said “Soller's super dedicated to his events and will even do a few before or follow up and finish some after an event. Real quality work - more than just your typical caricature artist. ”
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