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190 Unique and Specialty Acts serving Columbus, OH

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Buckeye 911 Family Entertainment

4.94 (25)
Top Performer
65 Verified bookings

  • Grove City, OH
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • 7 miles from Columbus
  • Contact for pricing

Emily S. said “We had Steve as a balloon twister for our carnival in a senior living community, and he was a hit! Everyone loved his creations! I would definitely recommend him for parties and events! ”
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Santa Jeff

5.0 (29)
Top Performer
74 Verified bookings

  • Grove City, OH
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 7 miles from Columbus
  • Starts at $150 per hour

Katelyn W. said “Santa did amazing! You can tell he does it because he loves it. It's always a hit or miss on how children will react to Santa Claus and going near him for pictures. Santa Jeff took the time to be kind...”
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Dynamic Entertainment Collective

5.0 (7)
26 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • Starts at $125

Lacie L. said “Both ladies did a wonderful job and made our staff appreciation event extra special for the kiddos! I would highly recommend Dynamic Entertainment Collective for any event! ”
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Ohio Turtle Fan

4.89 (173)
330 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Costumed Character / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for pricing

Rebecca M. said “We hired him for the “real-life Spider-Man” as my son called him for his 4th Birthday! Spiders-Man made the day! He exceeded our expectations and gave us time! He had great lessens for the kids...”
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Santa Delivers!

5.0 (38)
71 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for pricing

Fara G. said “Made memories with the kiddos. Well worth it!! ”
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Santa Snow

5.0 (10)
12 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • $225 – $450 per hour

Amanda W. said “We could not have asked for a better Santa for our annual client appreciation event! He was absolutely amazing with the kids and went so far beyond just taking pictures. He spent real time with...”
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Santa Dutch

4.98 (46)
72 Verified bookings

  • Westerville, OH
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 12 miles from Columbus
  • Contact for pricing

Aubrey S. said “He was great! ”
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Speed Sketchers 60 Second Caricatures

5.0 (13)
43 Verified bookings

  • Powell, OH
  • Caricaturist / Unique and Specialty
  • 14 miles from Columbus
  • $250 – $1,850 per event

Veronica said “Adam is phenomenal! Super chill! All my guests loved him! He drew all my 110 guests in 3 hours. He was a whole vibe! And made my birthday even more special! Thank you so much!”
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  • Marysville, OH
  • Mentalist / Unique and Specialty
  • 27 miles from Columbus
  • Contact for pricing

Ana M. S. said “We hired Bill Gladwell for a corporate meeting, he was so easy to work with. His show was interactive and engaging from the moment he started. Thoroughly entertaining, loved it!”
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Reptile Adventures

5.0 (41)
65 Verified bookings

  • New Holland, OH
  • Reptile Show / Unique and Specialty
  • 31 miles from Columbus
  • Contact for pricing

Lena H. said “They were very interactive, pleasant, communicative, Will definitely invite them back”

Ephemeral Designs

5.0 (17)
Top Performer
34 Verified bookings

  • Plain City, OH
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • 17 miles from Columbus
  • $100 – $150 per hour

Kelsey L. said “I had Ephemeral Designs setup for a quick 45 minute rest break for my veteran non profit. We hiked 8 miles and I needed some sort of entertainment for our 45 minute rest stop at a park. They were...”

Santa Jeff Ohio

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
11 Verified bookings

  • Kirkersville, OH
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 21 miles from Columbus
  • $100 per hour

Holly H. said “We had the most wonderful experience with Santa Jeff and his wife, Mrs. Claus. We had a limited number of kids attend our open house and Santa Jeff was extremely fun with the adults at the party as...”

BuckeyeClaus

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Commercial Point, OH
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 14 miles from Columbus
  • Starts at $150 per hour

Tyler B. said “Kids loved every moment! Professional and everyone really enjoyed it! Will book again. ”

Santa Claus Richard Knapp

4.89 (49)
Top Performer
122 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for pricing

Meghan J. said “Santa Richard was AMAZING!!!!!!! Best Santa hands down, no one compares, can’t wait to get him booked for next Christmas, our kids will never forget this magical experience!! ”

Santa Claus Bob

4.90 (10)
Top Performer
29 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • $125 – $450 per event

Mark said “Santa was Great! Accommodating, considerate and a pleasure to deal with.”

Face Paint with Mit

5.0 (4)
Top Performer
9 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • $70 – $120 per hour

Judy W. said “Mit did a great job face painting and her designs were adorable. She did a fantastic job and would highly recommend!”

Santa's Christmas Hearts

5.0 (8)
Top Performer
12 Verified bookings

  • Dublin, OH
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 11 miles from Columbus
  • Contact for pricing

Alice W. said “Our evening with Santa was perfect. Kids loved it (even the teenagers!!). Songs and activities were great. Couldn’t be happier with the experience. ”

Henna By Heera - Henna Artist

5.0 (9)
Top Performer
1 Verified booking

  • Lewis Center, OH
  • Henna Tattoo Artist / Unique and Specialty
  • 16 miles from Columbus
  • $100 per event

Amari said “Heera was absolutely amazing and very personable she does beautiful work and holds great conversation while doing it! Definitely would recommend and will be seeing her again!”

TD Entertainment

5.0 (21)
Top Performer
48 Verified bookings

  • Williamsport, OH
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 27 miles from Columbus
  • $75 – $250 per hour

Ifeoluwa O. said “Santa Tim was on time and friendly. the kids had a good time”

The Ohio Mermaids

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Mermaid Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for pricing

Aubrey W. said “Mermaid Gem was amazing. Communicative, professional, stayed in character the whole time, and made my awe-struck child feel safe and happy. We loved her!”

Taylor Elana

5.0 (3)
3 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Fire Performer / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for pricing

Dwight M. said “Very good job.”

Face painting by Renee

5.0 (2)
6 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Face Painter / Unique and Specialty
  • Starts at $125 per hour

Benetta N. said “Renee did an amazing job with the children. Having someone who knows what to do and enjoys doing it creates a lasting impact. Renee made every child feel heard, safe, and happy. I could see the joy in...”

Supermodel City Tours

5.0 (5)
4 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Animal Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • $75 per event

Nancy B. said “Oniya was fabulous, she was on time. Very professional and such a pleasant personality. Everyone was pleased and very much entertained 👏🏼”

Danya

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Tarot Reader / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for pricing

Carly W. said “We hired Danya to do private readings in our home for a Halloween party, and she was amazing! Very professional, arrived on time and was in amazing garb, and provided great readings for all of our...”

BombDiggity Bre

5.0 (1)
3 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Fire Performer / Unique and Specialty
  • Starts at $200

Kaya B. said “We hired Bre and her associates for a small street fair. It was a big hit! Everyone enjoyed the exciting fire entertainment! ”

Twisted Creations By Pat

4.97 (61)
104 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for pricing

Josephine G. said “Pat was very sweet and patient to the youngsters. She took time to make all wonderful balloon creations while a being engaged with the kids. Very skilled ”

Brian Koenig - Comedy Emcee, Juggler

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Columbus, OH
  • Corporate Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for pricing

Rivky G. said “Brian was a pleasure to work with! Although this was a last minute booking with some specific requests, he was super accomdating! He was flexible and willing to work with our circumstances. He arrived...”

Sweet Moves for Kids

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Columbus, OH
  • Children’s Party Entertainment / Unique and Specialty
  • $150 – $500 per event

Amber R. said “Cayla was very professional. She was on time and prepared. I could tell she was very experienced with children. She made them all feel comfortable and they had so much fun. I will definitely...”

Aneaj, The Fire Charmer

4.0 (1)
6 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Fire Performer / Unique and Specialty
  • $450 – $1,000 per event

State licensed Flame Effects Operator - I am a fire charmer. Fire charmers are urban dwellers using fire for performance, ritual and healing. I have practiced...

Cow Town Twister

4.80 (35)
46 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • Starts at $75

Jay said “Booked him for a 2 hour party and it was amazing from start to finish. The best balloon twister around! You will not be disappointed if you book him. He was enjoyed by every child and did a fabulous...”

Miss Dee And Friends

4.97 (8)
26 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Balloon Twister / Unique and Specialty
  • Contact for pricing

Brian M. said “Miss Dee offered her services at the last minute when my other artist fell out of contact. Her communication was wonderful, but even better was when she showed up. She was early, she had made my son...”

  • Reynoldsburg, OH
  • Santa Claus / Unique and Specialty
  • 10 miles from Columbus
  • $195 – $750 per event

Lori B. said “Where to begin…this was truly the most magical Christmas visit ever. Santa had surprises that won over even the toughest customers!! Even the adults were mystified. Santa gave all of our kids the...”

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Unique and Specialty Acts serving the Columbus, OH area

These Unique and Specialty Acts serve the wider Columbus and Franklin county area and travel to Grandview Heights, Bexley, Upper Arlington, Whitehall, Obetz, Flag, Grove City, Gahanna, Worthington, Galloway, Groveport, Brice, Hilliard, Reynoldsburg, Blacklick, Lockbourne, Dublin, Westerville, Amlin, Canal Winchester, Summit Station, Orient, Commercial Point, Harrisburg, Pickerington, New Albany, Powell, West Jefferson, Lithopolis, and Shawnee Hills.