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Richie was great! Was super patient and got the job finished!

Connecting Traktor DJ decks to macbook!

$50

Janna was fantastic! Truely a lovely person and super talented! Highly recommend to everyone to hire her for your next event! The kids had so much fun getting their face painted. Thank you again!

Face painting for 1st birthday party approx 2hr hire

$100

Amazing choice for a Dj, read the room so well which meant I didn’t need to plan anything! Highly recommended

DJ with equipment for a wedding reception on a boat from Circular Quay

$250

Lyndsey was amazing! She was so professional and is extremely talented. Total hit with the kids (and parents) at the party! Highly recommend :)

An experienced face painter for my sons birthday party, for 1 hour

$130

Louise was great! All the kids loved their face paint and balloon designs 😊

Kids face painting and balloon twisting at 4th birthday party

$200

What's the average cost of an entertainer

$170 - $450

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Recent Children Entertainer reviews

Super fun and entertaining. Thank you so much Alisa did awesome work with balloons and facepaint. Highly recommended

Kids entertainer

$200

Great job :)

Hiring kids entertainers

$150

Louise was exceptional from our first message to meeting her at my daughters party. Highly recommend her - balloons, face paint and kids games. She was calm, professional, organised and fun for 20-25 5-8 year olds. Can’t say enough positive things. Thank-you Louise for taking the stress out of party planning and ensuring everyone had an enjoyable time!

Kids party entertainment

$200

Romina is fabulous. Her face painting is beautiful and the balloon animals were wonderful

Kids party entertainment

$300

Excellent and great work

Kids entertainment

$160

What's the average cost of a children's entertainer

$150 - $280

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$220

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Need a local entertainer for your next event? An entertainer can take the pressure off when you’re organising or hosting an event. They’ll keep your guests occupied and entertained, leaving you free to mingle, catch up, and manage other aspects of your event. Whether it’s for a wedding, corporate event, party, or community gathering, hiring professional entertainers will help give your guests a good time and be remembered for all the right reasons.

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Top Entertainment related questions

Entertainers are hired to perform for an audience. They may use costumes, make-up, and props to transform themselves into characters, or perform with music, dance, tricks, or acting to engage the audience and hold their attention.
Popular types of entertainment include children’s entertainers, party entertainers, clowns, musicians, actors, puppeteers, dancers, artists, and magicians.
One key benefit to hiring an entertainer is that they can take an otherwise great event and make it amazing, adding an extra layer that guests won’t soon forget.Your entertainer will help create a festive atmosphere, encourage audience participation, and help your event stand out.
Your entertainer may need access to power cords and some space to set up. Depending on their entertainment type, they may request a chair and table, access to water, or shelter if the event is outdoors.
The length of entertainment will depend on your event. You might hire a singer or magician for one or two acts, which may take 10-15 minutes. Whereas, a party entertainer, DJ, or face painter might perform and interact with guests for 2-4 hours.

Top Children Entertainer related questions

While a Tasker may be able to accommodate a last-minute booking, it’s still important to put up a task as early as you can. This way, you can choose the right Tasker for the job without rushing. More popular performers may be booked for your child’s party if you inquire later, or the ones available might have higher rates.

This is something that needs to be discussed with your Tasker. The transportation and food expenses differ per location, the scale of the event, and the number of performers. If including the transportation and food expenses is something that you would prefer, it’s best to have it in the task that you put up.

Every children’s entertainer offers a different package. Some will only need an open space where children can gather around for their performance. However, if you want a bigger production with cartoon characters and princesses, you can also discuss with your Tasker what equipment is needed and if they could provide it.

Definitely, besides mobile children’s party entertainment, Airtasker is an ideal place to find professionals with plenty of experience in party planning. You can hire decorators, hosts, or someone who can cater to as many as 100 guests. You can either find a party planner to bring in their team for your event, or you can DIY the party planning and find everything else you need here on our platform.

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What does entertaining include?

Local entertainers can add a whole other element to your special party, corporate function, children’s party, or cultural event. They can add music, fun, magic, and activities to help create a fun, engaging atmosphere for your guests. Some popular entertainment options include:

Music & dancing

Every event needs music, so why not step things up a notch with live musicians and dancers? Stir emotions with a talented bagpiper, traditional drummers, or a folk guitarist and singer. Or get a DJ to mix some of the latest hits and get the dance floor going. Impress guests at your restaurant or party and hire belly dancers to mingle and dance amongst the tables. Your performers will engage the audience, encourage participation, and ensure your guests have an amazing time.

Balloons & face painting

When you’re looking to hire a children’s entertainer, you can’t go past a balloon artist and face painter. They’ll bring their own equipment, tools, and supplies, and get set up before the children arrive at the party or event. They’ll do their own setup and clean up when they’re finished. Your children’s entertainer may work for the whole of your event, or for 30-60 minutes in between other activities.

Clowns & characters

Create a special atmosphere at your next children’s party and make their dreams come true when their favourite characters turn up! A costume character entertainer or clown will do more than just get dressed up - they’ll spend the entire event acting in character to entertain and enchant guests. Characters are also a great way to add fun to your corporate event or even your business promotion!

Magic

No matter how big or small your party or event guests, they’ll love watching a magician perform tricks. Your magician will bring all their equipment and get set up ahead of time, staying in character any time a guest approaches. They’ll do a series of tricks as part of a magic show, which may include disappearing tricks, card tricks, illusions, and more. Many magicians will encourage audience involvement, moving about amongst tables, and requesting volunteers to participate. At the end of the show, they’ll pack everything up, taking care to minimise disruption to the rest of your event.

Recent Entertainment tasks

Magician/Party Entertainer!

$200

Preston VIC, Australia

12th Nov 2025

After a magician to perform a magic show for a group of 20 adults, to celebrate my birthday! After a 4.30pm performance

Sufi/Bollywood live singer

$300

Taylors Hill VIC, Australia

12th Nov 2025

Need a Sufi/bollyqood singer for a house party.

Pianoman singer

$700

Doncaster East VIC, Australia

12th Nov 2025

3 hours bring own music- level set up and must be able to sing well and entertain trhe crowds playing a genre of Pop/Reggae/ Soul/Dance and requests- general range prices please only at this stage as we ae in tghe planning process for a 50th birthday

DJ For 2 hours at wedding

$300

Seven Hills, New South Wales

12th Nov 2025

2 hours and will provide a rough track list but mainly 2000s pop

Jimmy was brilliant. He very easy to get a hold of, came punctually, had all the right equipment and was a great DJ. Highly recommend

Face painting

$150

St Marys SA 5042, Australia

11th Nov 2025

Face painting for kids bday party. Will have about 14 kids. Budget $150 Party is gruffalo themed but open to just general / usual requests that kids may make for face painting options. Would need to bring all your own equipment

DJ for a teen party

$250

Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia

11th Nov 2025

DJ for a 16th party on 5th December

Dj for an 18th birthday party

$300

Runaway Bay QLD, Australia

11th Nov 2025

Hey! I’m looking for an experienced DJ to bring the vibes to my 18th birthday party. The crowd will be mostly 18-year-olds, so I’m after a great mix of: • Party classics and singalongs • Some house music and upbeat mixes • A fun, energetic set that keeps everyone on the dance floor Requirements: • Must have your own decks/sound setup (or be able to plug into a speaker system) • Experienced with parties or similar events • Confident reading the crowd and keeping energy high Details: • Indoor/outdoor setup (depending on weather) • 7–10pm set

1 hr DJ or singer

$150

Belrose NSW, Australia

31st Oct 2025

1 hr DJ or singer for a private party please, preferably pop, country, blues or jazz music please

Very professional! Excellent music and great experience!:)

Short whatsapp voice dj on music

$25

Carlton VIC, Australia

30th Oct 2025

I have a 5 second voice from my friend I want it to be added to music dj to make it look funny. To rhyme with music. Its for fun purposes

Amazing skills. Great dealing with him

DJ, custom sound mix for a Christmas party

$1,000

North Bondi NSW, Australia

28th Oct 2025

Christmas party on a yacht Need a DJ to create custom playlists with snippets from some of our favourite movies

Great guy! Everything was seamless

Need a DJ for a small party

$100

Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia

15th Oct 2025

I’m hosting my birthday at a small bar in Chippendale. Need a DJ to play progressive techno / melodic from 8:30-11:30PM

Mark played really well at the event. He catered to everyone’s needs and ensured everyone had fun.

DJ for Halloween house party

$250

Perth WA, Australia

14th Oct 2025

Hi, looking for a DJ for my house party in Perth. Halloween, October 31, 730pm-12am Friday, CBD, about 40 guests, 70s/80s/90s/00s Pop Dance Music. Put your quotes down. If you have your own equipment great. If you don’t have your own equipment and you need me to rent certain items, that’s fine too. The DJing will be on my large balcony (outside).

DJ Chan was 100% a professional, I definitely recommend. He played the exact type of music I wanted and the setup was so professional!

Kids face painter

$90

Waterfall NSW, Australia

2nd Oct 2025

Looking for a kids face painter to attend a baby shower for 2 hours. Roughly 10-15 children attending. (Not sure if all children will participate) please when making an offer attach previous work!

Roxanna was on time, patient, hard working and excellent with all the children. Her work is amazing and we will definitely be in contact again for future events. Thank you so much for your time!

Face painting for my daughter’s third birthday

$200

Saint Ives NSW, Australia

26th Sep 2025

We are having my daughter’s third birthday party tomorrow 3pm to 5pm and we are looking for someone who would be able to do some face painting. Very last minute!

Chantelle jumped in last minute to help at our daughter’s third birthday party and was brilliant! Highly recommended!

DJ needed for a Birthday Party

$500

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

14th Sep 2025

Our DJ had to cancel and so looking for a replacement. We are celebrating my daughter’s 18th birthday. My daughter has a disability, as do her friends. The party will be a mixture of these beautiful young people and their parents and I’m hoping to find a DJ who has an understanding and some experience of neurodiverse young people. We will be celebrating at a pub venue and would need a DJ from 5.30pm until 10pm

Caden and Blake did an amazing job! Highly recommend.Thank you so much!

Magician for Birthday

$100

Coburg VIC, Australia

5th Aug 2025

Needing a Magician in Coburg for a small birthday dinner of 6 adults. Looking for someone who specializes in close up card magic. Will be needed for an hour with a 7:30pm start time.

We hired Hythem for a small birthday at our home. We had such a good time he did an amazing job. His tricks were incredible and left us all laughing.

Roving Magician

$150

Collingwood VIC, Australia

26th Jul 2025

Looking for a charismatic roving magician for a 40th. Would particularly love if you’re able to magically “steal” watches etc… For an hour around 8pm.

Hythem was delightfully entertaining. Everyone at the party loved the roving tricks. Would highly recommend.

Face painter Cardiff Elsa

$200

Cardiff South NSW, Australia

26th Jul 2025

Need a face painter to dress as Elsa and host some kids party games, 10.30 Next Sunday for 2 hours please

April was fantastic! Went above and beyond, would book again

Face Painter and Balloon Twister

$200

Yarrabilba QLD, Australia

21st Jul 2025

Looking for someone to provide face painting and balloon twisting services at Yarrabilba from 12pm to 2pm.

Great work. Tyra was punctual, friendly and professional. Kids queued up

Recent Children Entertainer tasks

Kids party entertainment

$150

Craigieburn, Victoria, Australia

9th Nov 2025

Looking for kids party entertainer for 2 hours. Activities may include face painting, games, magic show etc

Kids entertainer

$150

Norwest NSW, Australia

3rd Nov 2025

We need an entertainer for a groups of kids (7 girls) that are between the ages of 2 and 5 for a period of 3 hours. We basically want you to keep the kids entertained so the adults can be relaxed. The theme for the party is frozen, and we are open to ideas including face painting, magic show etc. Thanks

Kids party entertainer and help during bday party.

$50

Plumpton NSW, Australia

19th Oct 2025

I need someone who can entertain kids for 2-4 hours. its a birthday party of a 4 year boy. You need to be loving kids activites. Working with Children check welcome please. It will be batman themed bday party. you can wear a batman costume if you have. Please send me quote. $25/hour in plumpton 2761.

Need hulk kids entertainer for 1st November

$250

Eastgardens NSW 2036, Australia

17th Oct 2025

Need a kids entertainer,dressed up as Hulk and do some kids birthday party entertainment for a couple hours.

Kids party Entertainer

$300

Burpengary East QLD, Australia

4th Oct 2025

I want an entertainer/host for my kid 6years old birthday that would bring sparkle to her day and her friends. Lighting the atmosphere with fun activities such as game, dancing etc

Kids Entertainer for 5th birthday party for my son

$200

Bentleigh VIC, Australia

28th Sep 2025

Hi, Looking for kids entertainer for 2 hours for my son’s 5th birthday party. Below activities need to add during event. Face painting Balloons Kids fun game There will be 20-22 kids with mix of age group between 4 to 12 years. Tasker has to arrange all required materials for the event.

Kids entertainment

$130

Surrey Hills, Victoria

24th Sep 2025

Looking for last minute kids entertainer for party Balloons Face paint Fun games

Kids party entertainment

$150

Ferntree Gully VIC, Australia

27th Aug 2025

Face painting Balloon making Dancing Music Activities For a kids birthday party. Needed for 2 hours. 2nd Birthday 7 kids involved. Ages from 2-6 years old.

Kids party entertainer

$150

Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia

12th Aug 2025

I would like someone who do some activities for a few kids, max 10 kids, for one hour, could be some games and/or dancing,

Kids party entertainer for 5 year old birthday (numberblock theme)

$100

Ringwood East VIC, Australia

9th Aug 2025

Looking for a fun, friendly entertainer for a 5-year-old birthday party on Sunday, 17th August in Ringwood/Croydon area. Time: 10.30 AM – 1PM (entertainment for ~1 hr) • Age Group: Around 3-5 years old (approx. 10 kids) • Activities: Games, music, dancing, balloon twisting, bubbles, magic, or other engaging activities — open to suggestions. • No face painting needed. Please share what activities you can provide, your experience with this age group, and any photos/videos of past events. Thanks

Kids entertainment

$100

Liverpool NSW, Australia

4th Aug 2025

I need a kids entertainer for around 20 kids aged 9 years old from 1230- 3pm $100per hour

Face painting and kids entertainment

$130

South Tweed NSW, Australia

4th Aug 2025

I’m looking to book 2 hours of face painting. If you offer any other type of entertainment, I’d be happy to extend the booking and pay for an additional hour. Let me know what you can offer!

Kids party entertainer

$200

Earlwood NSW, Australia

4th Aug 2025

Hi, I’m planning my daughter's 6th birthday party on 16th August and there will be 11 children attending. It is a Kuromi theme party, we have bought all the decorations for the table, as well as slime and mould painting activities for the kids. All we need is someone to come in and entertain the kids so the parents can enjoy themselves. I’m looking for about 2 hours of entertainment starting from about 1:30pm.

Kids entertainer

$5

Mount Franklin VIC 3461, Australia

2nd Aug 2025

I need a kids entertainer for 2 hours in mount franklin VIC it’ll be for my 4 year old daughters party Venue:on a farm Theme:pony party I require the entertainer to play games with the kids and keep them occupied. Face painting will also be great if it’s super quick (forehead only)

Kids entertainer on birthday party

$350

North Sydney NSW, Australia

2nd Aug 2025

Hi, I’m celebrating my 40th birthday party on 23rd August and there will also be some children (about 5-6 from the ages 2-6) and I’m looking for someone to entertain the children so the parents can enjoy themselves. I’m looking for about 3-4 hours of entertainment starting from about 4:30pm. I’m looking forward to receiving a quote. Thanks!

Kids entertainer for 1st birthday

$200

Footscray VIC, Australia

1st Aug 2025

Hi my son is celebrating his first birthday on Saturday 9th of August and I'm seeking an entertainer who can assist with making the party special.skills you may bring include: Magic show Balloon making Dancing Face painting Open to ideas Party starts at 3 and finishes approx 6 Arrival at 4 could be ideal when most ppl Arrive Thanks

Looking for kids party entertainment hire

$5

Donnybrook VIC, Australia

31st Jul 2025

I am looking for kids party entertainment hire

Looking for party entertainer for kids birthday.

$10

Winston Hills NSW, Australia

22nd Jul 2025

I'm looking for a children's entertainer for a birthday party—someone who can keep the kids engaged and having fun. Thanks.

Looking for a kids entertainer.

$5

Gregory Hills NSW, Australia

17th Jul 2025

🎉 Seeking Kids Entertainer for a 2-Year-Old's Birthday Party! 🎈 Are you an enthusiastic and engaging entertainer who specializes in entertaining little ones? We are looking for a fun and lively entertainer for our upcoming birthday party for our two-year-old! Event Details: - Date: September 6 - Time: from 1till 4pm (I only need 1or two hours of your service) - Location: Gregory Hills - Number of Kids: not sure yet but goal is max 20. What We're Looking For: - Clowns or jugglers with kid-friendly acts - Puppeteers for interactive storytelling - Face painters who use non-toxic, hypoallergenic products - Children's musicians for sing-alongs and fun tunes - Magicians with age-appropriate tricks - Bubbles and balloon artists - Craft facilitators for simple, fun projects - Interactive play leaders for games and activities - Mobile petting zoos If you have experience entertaining toddlers and can create a joyful atmosphere filled with laughter and smiles, we want to hear from you!

Kids entertainer

$60

Drysdale VIC, Australia

12th Jun 2025

Seeking someone to do face paint and/or balloons for an hour on Saturday the 14th of June for my son’s 3rd birthday. Location Drysdale.

Olivia is lovely, warm and friendly. Would recommend her to anyone. My kids enjoyed her energy and she was very patient.