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Costumed Characters for Hire Near Me

Looking to hire a costumed character for an upcoming event? At GigSalad, we’ve connected thousands of people with the best character companies in their area. Choose a city below to browse costumed characters for hire near you. We also have answers to your most frequently asked questions about booking a local character company. Let us help you find the perfect party entertainment to make your event unforgettable!

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FAQ about hiring a Costumed Character

How much does a costumed character cost?

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On average, professional characters cost $150-$200 per hour. Pricing often depends on your location, the type of character requested, and what specific services you want them to provide. Some party characters have a higher demand than others, which can often increase the cost. Many costumed professionals offer different packages with various activities and pricing so you can find an option that fits your budget.

What kinds of party characters can I hire?

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There are all kinds of options available to you when searching for birthday characters or party mascots. Princess parties and superhero parties are the most common party characters for kids. But many companies offer everything from generic characters like pirates and mermaids to popular characters from books, movies, TV shows, and cartoons. To find out what’s available in your area, check out the costumed characters on GigSalad!

How long do costumed characters usually perform?

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Characters are most commonly booked for 1-hour appearances. Consider the size of your event and the number of children that will be present when determining how long to book your character for. When planning larger, longer events you might consider hiring multiple party characters to mingle and interact with your guests.

What do costumed characters do?

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Many character companies are flexible and offer packages with different services included. If you just want a quick appearance for the children to meet and take photos with their favorite character, that can be easily done. If you’d like the character to host other activities, the company might offer face painting, balloon twisting, or storytelling.

The costumes are often worn by professional actors, so you can expect them to embody the character in question from the moment they arrive at your event until the second they leave. This commitment creates an amazing experience for all the guests in attendance!

What should I look for when hiring a character for my event?

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The first thing you need to know before you begin your search is what character you want most. It’s also good to have some backup options in case you can't find your number one choice. As you browse company profiles, look through photos and videos to look for high-quality costumes and performances. Reading reviews from past clients can also be helpful in knowing which companies will be best to work with.

As you begin communicating with character companies, there are a few questions to ask before booking. It's important to learn more about the actor that will be appearing and the activities that will be included, as well as details about cancellations, background checks, and insurance.

What kind of events should I hire costumed characters for?

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Costumed characters are most popular at children’s parties. You can find a birthday party character to match almost any theme. Throwing a Marvel or DC party? Book a superhero character to save the day. Does your kiddo want to be a part of Disney royalty? Hire a princess can show them the way. Seeing their favorite characters brought to life is guaranteed to put a smile on every child’s face!

Characters are great for more than kids’ parties and birthdays – they really fit at any event where little ones will be present. Consider booking a popular party character to mingle with guests and pose for photos at any family-friendly event like a school fair, festival, or community gathering.

Costumed Characters around Ashburn, VA:

STUpendous Events, LLC - Cartoon Characters / Costumed Character in Washington, District Of Columbia Featured vendor banner

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STUpendous Events, LLC - Cartoon Characters / Costumed Character in Washington, District Of Columbia

STUpendous Events, LLC

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Patrick C. said “Stu made everything easy and couldn’t have been nicer. Our baby may not known what to make of Santa Claus yet, but we give him two thumbs up!”

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Mister Airhead - Children’s Party Entertainment / Costumed Character in Washington, District Of Columbia

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Max P. said “Mister Airhead was able to have 3 and 4 years old kids on their sits for 45 minutes straight! Kids were laughing and were really engaged during his balloon…”

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Bubbles Productions - Children’s Party Entertainment / Costumed Character in Bowie, Maryland Featured vendor banner

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Victoria M. said “My niece was very happy and felt special, would highly recommend!”

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SuperHero For Kids DC, MD, VA - Costumed Character in Washington, District Of Columbia

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Lara B. said “Johnny came to my 5 and 7 year olds’ birthday party as Spider-Man and the kids were super excited. He thought a training course with parachute games and…”

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Why Book Costumed Characters

Hiring a costumed character is perfect for birthday parties, school events, fundraisers, and any other gathering where kids are involved. From princesses to superheroes to popular cartoons, you can book a costumed entertainer that will bring your child’s favorite character to life. Party characters can be hired for photo ops, leading games and other activities, storytelling, sing-alongs, and more.

When booking a costumed character, take the time to browse profiles for photos and videos to find the perfect character for your event. Read reviews from past clients to learn more about the services offered and ensure they match what you are envisioning. Once you find a party character you want to hire, get all the details in writing with a contract or booking agreement. When you book on GigSalad, your payments are secure and protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee.

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Costumed Character Pricing

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