Looking to hire a costumed character for your event? Below, you’ll find all sorts of tips to help you find the right party character for hire, whether it’s a superhero for a kids birthday party, your favorite TV or movie character, or any other costumed entertainer for any special occasion. If you have a question about costumed characters, we have the answer! At GigSalad, we’ve connected thousands of people with awesome party characters.
Professional costumed characters, on average, charge between $150 - $200 per hour but this range can vary depending on the type of character requested, the quality of their services, and your location. Some 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.
Costumed character options can include princesses, superheroes, clowns, movie characters, TV characters, and much more. To find out what’s available in your area, check out the costumed characters on GigSalad!
Fairfax, VA 
Princess Party / Costumed Character 
8 Verified Bookings Rene D. E. said “Fantastic! You all totally gave 100% to the kids. Very much appreciated the fact that even when the party got rained out, you still made it fun for the…”
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Baltimore, MD
Princess Party / Costumed Character
58 Verified Bookings Julie V. said “We had two superheroes come to our employee appreciation day event. They arrived on time and interacted really well with all of our employees and posed…”
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Alexandria, VA
Storyteller / Costumed Character
17 Verified Bookings Marisa K. said “Carol was an excellent performer and the kids loved being around her! Her portrayal of Ariel was great! Thank you very much, Carol!”
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Washington, DC
DJ / Costumed Character
53 Verified Bookings Karen M. said “Our performer was professional in every way. Not only was he punctual but early so all questions could be answered before the event began. The performer…”
Imagine the look on your little one's face when a life-sized version of their favorite character walks into their party! Booking a costumed character can bring a wow factor that is unmatched. Popular characters from television, movies, and books are all available on GigSalad, and waiting to light up the party! Costumed characters are ready for hugs, dancing, photo ops, and more with your kiddo. Plan a party that they'll never forget with a costumed character!
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