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DJ Needed for April 4 Baby Shower / Housewarming Party
$10
Leander TX, USA
Mar 24th 2026
We are looking for a DJ for an April 4 baby shower / housewarming party at our home. This is a very casual event, and the music is meant to be background ambiance only — not a dance party. We want someone who can provide a fun, laid-back vibe with mostly punk rock / pop-punk style music such as Blink-182 and similar bands. Think nostalgic, upbeat background music that adds personality to the party without overpowering conversation. Important notes: • This is not a dance floor event • Music should stay at a comfortable background volume • Main goal is atmosphere/ambiance • Family-friendly awareness is appreciated since this is a baby shower and housewarming • Please have your own equipment and be able to set up/tear down easily We’re looking for someone who: • Has experience DJing private parties or casual home events • Can curate a background playlist/vibe rather than treat it like a club event • Is dependable, easygoing, and professional Please reply with: • your availability for April 4 • your rate • what equipment you bring • examples of similar events you’ve done • whether you’re comfortable with a punk rock / pop-punk background vibe
I'm looking for a silly or unique entertainer for a 4/20 bbq potluck
$200
San Francisco CA 94122 4530, USA
Mar 10th 2026
looking for a surprise entertainer to make an appearance for around 30 minutes to an hour for our potluck 4/20 BBQ. We are hoping for someone like an impersonator, clown, magician, bag pipe player, fire breather, etc. We are very flexible with time but are looking for something around 4PM - 6PM. Our budget unfortunately isn't high since we are two broke college students trying to surprise friends and cannot spend more than around 200$. (Food and Drinks can be provided for you as well)
Walk around Mandalay Bay in a $100 bill costume
$200
Las Vegas NV 89119, USA
Mar 10th 2026
We're a tech company sponsoring Fintech Meetup (March 30th-April 1st) at Mandalay Bay. We're looking for a handful of people to wear $100 bill costumes and walk around the venue in the mornings (2 hours) and evenings (2 hours) to help spread awareness and add visibility for our company. 3 days and 4 hours total per day $15/hour.
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Top Entertainment related questions
Entertainers are hired to perform for an audience. They may use costumes, makeup, 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. It may vary 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 post 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 you would prefer to include transportation and food expenses, it’s best to have it in the task that you post.
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 & dancingÂ
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 paintingÂ
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 & charactersÂ
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 minimize disruption to the rest of your event.
Recent Entertainment tasks
Adult party clothed dancer
$200
Fort Myers FL 33905, USA
Feb 23rd 2026
Handsome big guy for dancing for daughter at her work for fun about 5 minutes of work.for her birthday.
Wear a mascot costume and dance/wave/hold a sign for 2 hours
$40
Avon IN 46123 7778, USA
Feb 14th 2026
Wear an "Eagle" costume, outside, dance/wave at people driving by, hold an arrow sign. Hot coffee/tea available. Get paid to be eye-catching and silly! Might turn into a multiple day gig or even longer if you're good!
Arrived early and ready to get working! Thank you SO MUCH!
Vintage Singer Machine repair: wheel won’t turn
$200
Paramus NJ 07652, USA
Feb 2nd 2026
Wheel won’t turn: power on
Dj Persian new year party
$500
Los Angeles CA 90064, USA
Jan 26th 2026
Need help djing a Persian new years house party. I have a Spotify playlist that has all the songs that are a must but would love someone who understands the culture and can add new tracks and read the room. Also someone who can take requests but is able to manage aunts and uncles requests, etc.
Face painter
$200
Spring TX 77389, USA
Jan 24th 2026
3 year old girl birthday only 5 children
We'd like to hire a magician for a library event
$400
Putnam Valley NY 10579 2702, USA
Jan 21st 2026
Hello, we are looking to hire a magician for an in-person Library event to celebrate the grand re-opening of our Community Room. The time-frame could be around March 15th - April 1st +/1. We are looking for an hour event that could appeal to a mixed group aged 4 - 100!!! References will be required. Thank you.
I need a dancer that twerk for music videos
$60
Gainesville FL 32608, USA
Jan 12th 2026
I need a dancer for this music video im shooting the main lyric is shake that ass like jello it’s going to be a couple people with me but the max is going to be like 7 not that many people
Backup dancer
$10
Spartanburg SC 29306, USA
Dec 18th 2025
this is kalen ruffing I want some female want to be my backup dancer
Jim Carrey the mask costume for kid
$100
Hampton VA 23666, USA
Oct 25th 2025
Jim Carrey the mask costume
Costume hat
$30
Los Angeles CA 90010, USA
Oct 24th 2025
I need this hat for my costume
Clase azul costume
$100
North Miami Beach FL 33160, USA
Oct 14th 2025
i need to make a clase azul tequila costume
Danny phantom cosplay costume
$160
Myrtle Beach SC 29579, USA
Oct 12th 2025
Im a medium 35 waist im Im not sure what other measurements are needed
Making a costume
$150
Van Nuys CA 91401, USA
Oct 5th 2025
I want a costume made exactly like it shows in the photo
I want Cursed Portrait / Living Painting for a costume
$200
Miami FL 33179, USA
Sep 26th 2025
I would like a costume made for me of a Cursed Portrait / Living Painting
Singer guitarist
$300
Yorba Linda CA 92886, USA
Sep 25th 2025
Need a guitarist who can sing to perform at the wedding for about 2 hours. Need to bring your own equipments
Costume night wing
$150
Denton TX 76210, USA
Sep 14th 2025
Female night wing costume
Spiderman Entertainer for Kids Birthday Party
$100
La Palma CA 90623, USA
Aug 13th 2025
Superheros Party - Greet guests and take pictures with kids and also organize fun games and activities and sing Happy Birthday! We hired a venue at the local park it will be in the evening for an hour. Thanks!
Recent Children Entertainer tasks
Spiderman Entertainer for Kids Birthday Party
$100
La Palma CA 90623, USA
Aug 13th 2025
Superheros Party - Greet guests and take pictures with kids and also organize fun games and activities and sing Happy Birthday! We hired a venue at the local park it will be in the evening for an hour. Thanks!