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42 Costumed Characters serving Raleigh, NC

Family Friendly Grinch

5.0 (3)
5 Verified bookings

  • Clayton, NC
  • Costumed Character
  • 14 miles from Raleigh
  • $149-$499

Ash H. said “Chris and his family are a pleasure to work with. He was able to make a very special experience for my family. He is very kid friendly and not overwhelming if you have little ones who are unsure if... ”

Professional Mascot Service

4.95 (72)
20 Verified bookings

  • Durham, NC
  • Costumed Character
  • 21 miles from Raleigh
  • $125-$175

Stacey S. said “These folks did an excellent job, pictures, games and even a basketball game with the kids! The kids loved every second! ”

  • Gibsonville, NC
  • Mermaid Entertainment / Costumed Character
  • 55 miles from Raleigh
  • Contact for rates

Greetings to Mermaid lovers everywhere! Do you live somewhere in the NC piedmont or anywhere far from water? Do you dream of partying with the most magical...

HeadSpin Entertainment

5.0 (3)
4 Verified bookings

  • Greensboro, NC
  • Circus Entertainment / Costumed Character
  • 68 miles from Raleigh
  • $200 and up

Mark N. said “I’m so happy I hired head spin and I’m plan on hiring them at our next festival!!!! ”

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Quick facts for Costumed Characters in Raleigh, NC

7,127 quotes sent

In the past year, Costumed Characters have sent 7,127 quotes to event planners.

33rd most popular

Costumed Characters rank #33 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 7,582 Costumed Character reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

1.1 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.1 days (on average) to hire a Costumed Character.

Raleigh ranks #5

Raleigh is the 5th most popular city for Costumed Characters requests in North Carolina.

Popular events

Costumed Characters are typically hired for Children’s Birthday Parties, Corporate Events, and Christmas Parties in Raleigh, NC.

North Carolina ranks #5

North Carolina is the 5th most popular state for Costumed Characters requests in the United States.

Past events for Costumed Characters in Raleigh, NC

OMG Santa and Mrs Claus are the real deal

Costumed Character

5.0

December 23, 2025

45 minutes

This evening was magical for my grandkids 7, 5 & 3. The stories, singing, book reading and personal interaction with the entire family was just perfect. A wonderful way to start the Christmas season.
Event total

$395

About booking Costumed Characters in Raleigh, NC

Bring your celebration to life with a fun costumed character! Host your own princess party with a visit from your child's favorite princess. Or have a hero from their favorite movie or comic book drop in for a superhero party. On GigSalad you can find princesses, superheroes, cartoon characters, and all other kinds of party characters for kids. Character visits are a great and affordable option for birthday parties, school events, fundraisers, or even corporate events where little ones will be present.

The exact cost for party characters in Raleigh, North Carolina will vary depending on the length of the kids party, the activities you wish to include, and costume quality and popularity. High-quality costumes for fan-favorite characters run a bit higher than more generic characters. Some characters might also offer face painting, balloon twisting, storytelling, or games for an additional cost. Contact local character companies above to get customized quotes for your event!

While browsing character profiles, look through photos, watch videos, and read reviews from past clients to learn more about their services and package options. Request free quotes from multiple companies around Raleigh so you have options. When discussing your event, clarify important details like activities provided, the number of children on the guest list, and any special requests or venue requirements. You should also request a background check if that’s important to you.

When you are ready to book, you’ll make a secure payment with our easy-to-use booking platform. Every booking on GigSalad is backed by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can focus on creating an unforgettable event.

Costumed Characters serving the Raleigh, NC area

These Costumed Characters serve the wider Raleigh and Wake county area and travel to Method, Flowers, Garner, Cary, Knightdale, Morrisville, Apex, Clayton, Willow Spring, Holly Springs, Rolesville, Wendell, Research Triangle Park, Wake Forest, Fuquay Varina, Light, New Hill, Zebulon, Youngsville, Angier, Durham, Wilsons Mills, Smithfield, and Selma.

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