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247 Unique and Specialty Acts serving Merrillville, IN

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Santa Wayne

5.0 (34)
Top Performer
54 Verified bookings

  • Tinley Park, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 25 miles from Merrillville
  • Contact for pricing

Gabrielle G. said “Santa Wayne is just the best! Our kids love him every year. The magic he brings is undeniable! ”
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Bob-o

4.94 (84)
Top Performer
208 Verified bookings

  • Palos Heights, IL
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 27 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $85

Melissa G. said “Second event we booked Bob O for and he is just wonderful! We didn’t end up haven’t too many kids, he also did some balloons for adults too. Definitely would hire him many more times. ”
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Jon Wayes

4.82 (33)
Top Performer
71 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • $650 – $12,000 per event

Matthew M. said “Jon was engaging, charming, and super talented! His approach to close-up magic and mentalist abilities are second to none! We hosted him at a reception with over 200 attendees. He worked the room,...”
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Mentalist Sidney Friedman

5.0 (48)
Top Performer
47 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Mentalist / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Contact for pricing

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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Face Painting by Roxy

5.0 (21)
Top Performer
52 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $145 per hour

Jamie M. said “Roxy did a fantastic job face painting for my son’s 5th birthday party! She was flexible when the forecast changed to rain and she brought a tent so that we could continue the party outside. The...”
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Caricatures By McGee

4.92 (32)
Top Performer
62 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Contact for pricing

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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Michael the Santa

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
31 Verified bookings

  • La Grange Park, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 37 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $150

Michele C. said “Santa Mike did a wonderful job entertaining a crowd of “big kids” (age 65 and over) at an 87th birthday party. Mike suggested reviewing a “naughty and nice” list of the honorees life. He developed...”
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Not Too Crazy Caricatures

4.73 (40)
98 Verified bookings

  • Merrillville, IN
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • Starts at $200

Portia R. said “Albert was professional and punctual. His work speaks for itself. The guests love their caricatures. I look forward to having the opportunity to book again. ”
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Round Two Up-Cycled Craft Parties

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Arts & Crafts Party / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • $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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chrisjones

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Hypnotist / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • 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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Caricatures by Ellen Lustig

5.0 (14)
38 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Contact for pricing

Stuart J. C. said “Ellen was great, she came for our Corporate event that had Adults and Children, she was great with the kid, she came on time and the pictures were a great hit”
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Chicago Casino & Poker Rentals

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

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

Lisa K. said “Everyone enjoyed playing the casino night. ”
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Kevin's Costumed Characters

4.65 (26)
32 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $175

Larry G. said “It was my brother’s birthday and his performance was great in the middle of the airport with the focus directly solely on entertaining my brother. We laughed and sang the whole time. Everyone enjoyed...”
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Windy City Santa

5.0 (7)
27 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $125

Allison K. said “We were very pleased with Santa Matt's visit. He was very believable and the boys really enjoyed him. Everyone was full of smiles and it was fun to hold onto the magic of Christmas a little longer. ”
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Make Believe Professionals

4.83 (40)
131 Verified bookings

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

Sarah L. said “They were great! Ontime, flexible, great communicators and wonderful with our guests. ”
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The Frozen Robins/Mingle with the Kringles

5.0 (39)
110 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • $60 – $5,000 per event

Linda T. D. said “We LOVE "The Frozen Robins/ Meet the Kringles"! WE have had them for the past several years & the "Littles" in our family are getting to know them. Santa & Mrs Claus really bring a festive holiday...”
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Jacob Mayfield

5.0 (35)
39 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Contact for pricing

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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Incredible Bats

4.94 (17)
40 Verified bookings

  • New Lenox, IL
  • Animal Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 33 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $350

Emily B. said “Incredible bats did a great job. They were punctual and professional. They were very patient with a group of 20 5 year olds. They did a brief explanation of each animal and gave the kids an...”
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Intrinsic Arts

4.84 (26)
54 Verified bookings

  • Kankakee, IL
  • Fire Performer / Unique and Specialty
  • 37 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $100

Mark B. said “They were very entertaining”
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  • Blue Island, IL
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 22 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $125

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!”...

Ernest Posey Caricatures

5.0 (26)
Top Performer
48 Verified bookings

  • Flossmoor, IL
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 19 miles from Merrillville
  • $150 per hour

Helen G. said “We hired him for our daughter’s wedding. We were a little nervous as we had never done anything like this. We shouldn’t have been! It went so smoothly. He arrive on time, set up and began working....”

Chicago Retro Entertainment

4.86 (119)
Top Performer
271 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Telegram / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • $125 – $800 per event

Sandra V. said “Martin did a great job as Elvis "Parsley" He was very sweet with thd birthday girl and sang a never of customized songs for her. ”

Vaudezilla Entertainment | Red Hot Annie

5.0 (4)
Top Performer
17 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Corporate Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $795

Vereniz N. said “Wow, did Redhot Annie do an amazing job! From the very beginning, she communicated with me throughout the entire process, really listened to what I wanted, and absolutely delivered. She was incredibly...”

Santa D

1 Verified booking

  • Crown Point, IN
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 5 miles from Merrillville
  • Contact for pricing

Making the Real Santa dream come true for children and parents with memorable pictures. Bringing the Christmas magic back home from the North Pole! Hosting...

Astro Love Astrology and Tarot

5.0 (5)
7 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $350

Laura Z. said “I'm a remote event coordinator for a brand and manage 8 locations across the US- so you can imagine that finding vendors who are reliable, creative, and customer focused is extremely important to...”

Psychic Readings By Vivian

2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Psychic Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Contact for pricing

Psychic Vivian is Chicago’s and destination for angel card messenger, Tarot Cards Readings, astrology & numerology, intuitive psychic readings, palm reading,...

Casino Nights

4.80 (10)
24 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Casino Party Rentals / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Contact for pricing

Clare S. said “I couldn’t have hired anyone better! I highly recommend them! Great job and affordable!”

Henna by Ayesha

4.36 (11)
5 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Henna Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $25

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...”

Chicago Bubble Show

4.90 (32)
51 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Contact for pricing

Neetika V. said “It was such a great show and everyone enjoyed it Kids of all ages just loved it!!!”

Tamariel Paints

5.0 (6)

  • Chicago, IL
  • Henna Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Merrillville
  • Starts at $100

Rhiannon W. said “The added glitter feature made the henna experience so pretty. Our kids LOVED it, and the line for her service was endless.”

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