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Singer/guitarist to play Horses

$100

Awesome. Thanks so much Chris you made our night an absolutely fabulous time to remember.

Guitarist / Singer

$400

Joey was fabulous! She arrived early, was professional, fun & talented. Highly recommend!!

I need face painting

$100

Unbelievable singer cannot praise her high enough

I need singer

$200

Absolutely fantastic. Louise kept boys and girls ranging in ages from 3 to 10 years old, entertained for 3 hours straight, while I had my baby shower at the same time in the same hall. The kids loved the creative hand painting, balloon making and range of games she had to offer. Thank you so much Louise.

Kids Party Entertainer

$150

Thank you so much. You did an awesome job with your partner. On time. My kids were so happy. Highly recommend Brenda. Will be calling you again.

Dress up as Mickey

$50

What's the average cost of an entertainer

$150 - $350

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$150

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$220

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$350

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Why hire entertainers through Airtasker?

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.

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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.

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Balloon artist , roaming clown for kids party this Sunday

$200

St Kilda East VIC, Australia

18th Mar 2024

Looking for a balloon artist / roaming clown to do magic and balloon twisting for party for kids from 2-4pm in st kilda east. This Sunday, 24th of March. Will be adults and approx 30 kids.

Face painting for kids party this Sunday

$200

St Kilda East VIC, Australia

18th Mar 2024

Looking for a face painter for a kids party this Sunday 24th of March in st kilda east. From 2-4pm, approx 30 kids.

Paid live comedy audience role

$50

Redfern NSW, Australia

17th Mar 2024

I am a live comedy and social media producer and I need someone who has a very loud laugh and is willing to act in real live comedy crowd. I am filming live comedy (with a real crowd) for social media content and I need someone who is comfortable acting as a "plant" in the audience that can laugh very loudly, which will encourage others to laugh more, which will sound really good for the video. The show is at 7pm and will last roughly an hour. If you do this job well, I will have many other gigs like this I can give you at the same rate, if not higher.

Face painter for a dog-themed kid’s birthday party

$250

Bundoora VIC, Australia

16th Mar 2024

We are hosting a birthday for our 6-year-old for which we need a children’s face painter. We are expecting around 25-27 children and we need a face painter from 11.30 am to 12.30pm. We’re not expecting anything fancy, just quick and simple face paints, preferably in dog themes. We will only consider offers from those who have a valid Working With Children Check card.

Need a mariachi band / Spanish singer

$200

Burwood NSW, Australia

16th Mar 2024

Just need a person or a team in costume to sing with a musical instrument for 30mins. One of our workers has achieved 10years service and we want to celebrate

Looking for a female Korean singer

$5

Hamilton South NSW 2303, Australia

16th Mar 2024

I'm writing a song fusing Hip Hop and K Pop need a singer in Korean for a chorus Catchy song with a interesting beat Looking for someone to take a leap of faith and have some fun. I'll pay more than $5 just putting my plans out there please be able to travel to Newcastle

Face painter for childs birthday

$100

Berwick VIC, Australia

15th Mar 2024

Basic face painting for approx. 10 children aged 3-4

Need a DJ with PA (& maybe lighting)

$400

Sutherland NSW, Australia

15th Mar 2024

I'm looking to hire a DJ on Saturday 19th October for my son's 16th Birthday. Pax: 100. It will be in a community hall in the Sutherland Shire. Start: 7pm, End: 11pm. Will need own DJ gear & PA. If you have a lighting setup that's a bonus and highly regarded.

DJ for 13 year old party

$200

Elwood VIC, Australia

12th Mar 2024

We need a DJ for my 13 year old daughters party this Saturday - needs to be up to date with the 13 year old music vibe Party is 6-9 pm in Elwood

He was amazing for my daughters birthday Listened to everything we needed

Face Painting & Balloon Twisting

$100

Boronia VIC 3155, Australia

5th Mar 2024

3 yr old birthday 10-12 kids/toddlers Seeking face painting & balloon twisting

Chantelle was fantastic, on time & engaging w all kids

Face painting

$100

Melbourne City VIC, Australia

1st Mar 2024

Looking for a face painter for an event. The event is in the CBD. The audience are mostly children, but could be adults too.. why not? We’re looking for designs such as those. Table and seats are provided , we will need the face painter with their equipment.

Jiyana did face painting during our event. She managed to organise crowds of children while she paints. She printed the designs that we agreed on as a menu for the children to choose from.

DJ for 30th Birthday

$450

Glenroy VIC, Australia

26th Feb 2024

I’m looking for a DJ for my birthday in March hoping to play a variety of music.

Mary and Mase were absolutely incredible! I’m so greatful to them both for making the night amazing! Big thankyou to them both xx

Dj hire for a party

$250

Clovelly NSW, Australia

23rd Feb 2024

I am having a party in Clovelly, i need a DJ with equipment and lights from 6PM-11PM. I would like a mix of music across the ages, think Birthday/wedding/recent. I don't mind a bit of house but prefer vocal stuff Happy to connect and discuss ideas Open to negotiation

Bloody good DJ had a great night

Face Painting 3yr old Birthday Party

$100

Frankston North VIC 3200, Australia

2nd Feb 2024

Hi, I'm looking for a confident and capable person to do some face painting for a kids birthday party at for 1 hour the local park.( 2pm -3pm) WWCC required. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 10 February 2024

Jessica was very wonderful in making my daughter's 3rd Birthday Party a fantastic experience. Would highly recommend her.

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

$250

Sydney NSW, Australia

31st Dec 2023

3 hour boat from Circular Quay 16 Feb 6:15 to 9:15 for a wedding reception for approx 25 people. Will need own equipment, don’t need lots just someone to help with music for background to start and hopefully some dancing by the end of the - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 14 February 2024

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

Connecting Traktor DJ decks to macbook!

$50

Mermaid Waters QLD, Australia

28th Dec 2023

I need help to connect my Traktor DJ decks to my MacBook! - Due date: Before Saturday, 30 December 2023

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

DJ needed - 30th birthday party melbourne

$350

Middle Park VIC, Australia

26th Dec 2023

30th birthday DJ needed to spin a variety of music, starting 7pm at a venue in middle park, Victoria. Venue sound system provided just need your decks to plug in. Friday 16th of February 2024 setup at 6pm - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 16 February 2024

We just had Lauren DJ our 30th birthday party at our favourite venue and she smashed it out of the park! Highly recommend, Lauren was a pro on all aspects and also had a pro setup including lighting and mic. 5 stars. will book her again for any events in the future ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Face painting for kids birthday party

$140

Glen Iris VIC, Australia

19th Dec 2023

I need 1 hour (possible 1.5 if required)of face painting on 30th Dec from 1pm. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 30 December 2023

Catherine is great, full of skills and kids had so much fun

Makeup/face paint for a surrealist themed party costume

$50

Parkville VIC, Australia

14th Dec 2023

I'm going to a party with the theme "Surrealist Spectaculare" and require someone to do some creative and bizarre makeup/face paint for a male costume. I'm not completely sure what I'll be wearing yet but I'm thinking about wearing a suit. I'm flexible on the location but prefer Melbourne inner suburbs. "The characteristics of surrealism include strange images or bizarre juxtapositions, unconsciousness as a valid reality, dream-like artwork or symbolic images, automatism techniques to create random effects, distorted figures or biomorphic shapes, depiction of perverse sexuality, and chance or spontaneity." - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 16 December 2023

Jiyana took on such a unique and creative task with this request and I'm so impressed with the outcome. She managed to include an incredible amount of detail and was committed to a high level of quality :)

Face painting (covering last minute cancellation)

$220

Chandler QLD, Australia

6th Dec 2023

I had another tasker booked for face painting who unfortunately had to cancel last minute. FACE PAINTING FOR CHRISTMAS CAROLS Saturday 9th December from 4pm - 6pm Event in Chandler QLD - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 9 December 2023

Thank you so much Lauren for doing face painting at our carols. The kids absolutely loved it and we so appreciate you staying late so that no child missed out.