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Louise was very pleased and the face painting was beautiful. Kids had so much fun and were engaged with her. 100% recommended. Good with other parents. Very flexible. She brought everything she needed.

Fairy face painter

$180

Thank you Jim for DJ-ing our wedding! Highly responsive to messages and very organised!

DJ for wedding

$750

Really professional and great service Recommended for everybody seeking great service… Reached in time and spend extra time volunteering

I need 1 hr face painting for my daughter 7th Bday

$85

Louise was amazing keeping 12, 5-6 year olds entertained with face painting, balloon twisting and games while the parents had a great catch-up! They kids loved, our daughter had it lots of positive comments at school the next day. Thank you Louise!

Fairy face painter

$150

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Both the girls were great Kids really enjoyed it :)

Face painting ,baloon twisting kids entertainment

$150

Great job :)

Hiring kids entertainers

$150

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

Kids entertainer

$200

Louise was great, she had the kids engaged with her amazing balloon skills, games and music. Louise even managed to russle up a great costume to suit my theme. Thanks Louise!

Kids entertainer

$150

Excellent and great work

Kids entertainment

$160

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

Kids party entertainment

$300

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

$150 - $275

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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

DJ for my 21st!

$500

Roseville NSW 2069, Australia

29th Jul 2025

8pm-12am ish DJ required. Mafia themed.

Hire Dancers, magicians and singers for a Christmas Party

$150

Parramatta NSW, Australia

29th Jul 2025

Looking to hire Dancers, magicians, singers to perform at a private Christmas party for 30mins to 1 hr. All Quotes welcome

Singer/ guitarist.4 hours at a bon fire party in Glenhaven

$250

Glenhaven NSW 2156, Australia

28th Jul 2025

I like the idea of inviting a singer to join us for a dessert party to sing around a bon fire whilst on the guitar. 4 hours of singing cheerful/ common songs. No microphones needed. Not after a perfectionist, someone who is passionate to share the love of music and enjoy the night with it. Desert included!

Kids entertainment

$150

Darling Harbour NSW, Australia

28th Jul 2025

Hi, I’m looking for a kids’ entertainer for an event at Darling Harbour, to engage approximately 20 children aged between 6 and 9 years. • Date: 2nd August • Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM • Duration: 1.5 hours • Venue: Darling Harbour Please let me know what entertainment options you offer. Kindly note that we’re not looking for face painting. There is a dance floor at this event. We dont want any dressup. Thank you!

Kids face painter

$200

Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia

28th Jul 2025

Im looking for a face painter for a decent price for 2 hrs please outdoor birthday party 8th birthday 11am start

Singer Bollywood

$250

Seabrook VIC, Australia

27th Jul 2025

I am looking to organise a live music night for my a birthday- around 20 people gathering at home for about 2 hours. Music would be 90's Hindi bollywood. Thank you

Children’s party entertainer

$250

South Yarra VIC, Australia

27th Jul 2025

I’m looking for a party entertainer for my child’s 5th birthday. I’m open to ideas, but would be great to do some face painting, games or dancing. The theme is miraculous ladybug but doesn’t need to be in character/costume. Thinking 1.5 hours but open to discussion etc

I need a DJ for a corporate gig

$300

Dawes Point NSW 2000, Australia

21st Jul 2025

This Saturday 26th July 6 pm to 11:30 pm (5 pm sound check) I need an open format DJ for a small corporate gig. Mainly playing background music to set the atmosphere. Mainly groovy music of different genres. 70s, 80s, 90s, groove. Need to have DJ experience and a DJ bio. PA and CDJ’s provided. You only need to bring your USB sticks or laptop.) You don’t need to bring PA or lighting as it’s not required so please don’t offer it as you will not be considered. You can bring your own decks if preferred.

Great work! Easy to deal with. Very professional and reliable. Thanks for a job well done. Would hire again.

Kids Face Painter for a 4 hour event, july 12th

$280

Narre Warren VIC, Australia

23rd Jun 2025

Looking for an artist who can do face painting for children at our NDIS event. It will be held next to Fountain Gate. $70 per hour!

She was super kind! Thank you for such a wonderful job! Face painting for the kids!!

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.

Face painting for birthday party

$150

Concord West NSW 2138, Australia

25th May 2025

We require someone to do face painting at the bicentennial Park near Concord West. It's for a birthday party. Start time at 11:30am to 2pm.

Roxanne was excellent! She was excellent with the kids , spent time with each one to make sure the face painting was perfect for each time. She stayed longer than the agreed time and had a great attitude all day. Will highly recommend.

Dj my birthday

$100

Waterloo NSW, Australia

22nd May 2025

Dj my bd . This isn't like a payed gig . You can more party , play music when you want enjoy things . Completely cruzy Waterloo built but crown . Roof top party 4 pm to 10pm

Saurav did amazing job Dj"ing at my party

Face painter, balloon maker or magician for party

$150

Redfern NSW, Australia

22nd May 2025

A bit of an unusual request, but we are throwing a party for our friend’s 27th birthday. She is Filipino and so we are throwing her an “Australian kids party” themed birthday on Saturday 14th June. We would be looking for an entertainer to come for an hour as a surprise.

Amazing work from Liya, we loved having her at our party!

Dj for 18th

$100

Winston Hills NSW 2153, Australia

11th May 2025

18th birthday party. Looking for a Dj to play music 8pm-midnight

Thanks for a fun night! Music was great.

DJ party in Seaforth tonight 9pm - 11pm

$150

Seaforth NSW, Australia

25th Apr 2025

We have speakers and lights already Would just need to come and get the crowd dancing. 40th birthday party Need to bring and set up own decks Sparkle and shine disco vibes - have a playlist of classics for inspo but would love a set that gets the bday girl and crowd seriously dancing so much

Thanks so much George - you’re a total pro loved it 👏👏👏

Face painting & balloon twisting

$100

Noble Park North VIC 3174, Australia

24th Mar 2025

Needing some entertainment for my son's 3rd birthday party. 15 Kids will be attending and needing face painting and balloon twisting done at our home at 3pm this Sunday 30th March

Shyam was punctual and very good with the kids and made sure each child didn't miss out on getting face painting done. My son and his school friends enjoyed getting their face painted and Shyam made sure that they were in good hands as it was some of the kids first time getting face painted. Would definitely recommend Shyams service and use again in future. Thank you once again!

Wedding DJ needed

$400

Melbourne VIC, Australia

24th Mar 2025

I am looking for a wedding DJ to play music for 4 hours you must have your own equipment audio equipment and visual display equipment we're looking for strobbing lights just like in a disco

Awesome job guys thank you so much your music , it was loved by everyone great job

Dj needed for a birthday

$300

Prairiewood NSW, Australia

20th Mar 2025

Dj we hired is Ill and cannot attend the party. Needing to find soemone asap

If your needing that extra touch i would definitely recommend Mark. I truly appreciate the patience and understanding he gave me and my family for my daughter's quinceanera. Very much accommodating to any genre for all ages.He also has an amazing wife. My husband was very impressed with his services. Also Mark was very professional and picked up quickly when he accompanied the Arabic drumers. Overall amazing

A Lebanese/arabic dj for son’s birthday party

$350

Glenroy VIC, Australia

17th Mar 2025

Looking for an Lebanese or Arabic dj to play at my sons 3rd birthday party to entertain guests. Would like a mixture or both Arabic and English music played

Amazing!!! Job well done, plus they done more than expected but they were absolute AMAZING !!

Recent Children Entertainer tasks

Kids entertainer

$250

Mount Franklin VIC, 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 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

Kids entertainment - 02nd August

$150

Darling Harbour NSW, Australia

1st Aug 2025

Hi, Urgently looking for a kids’ entertainer for an event at Darling Harbour, to engage approximately 20 children aged between 6 and 9 years. • Date: 2nd August • Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM • Duration: 1.5 hours • Venue: Darling Harbour Please let me know what entertainment options you offer. Kindly note that we’re not looking for face painting. There is a dance floor at this event. So looking for someone who can entertain the kids with some games like musical statues, karaoke and balloon twisting. Only respond if you are free tomorrow ay the said time is able to do the task. Thank you!

Looking for kids party entertainment hire

$5

Donnybrook VIC, Australia

31st Jul 2025

I am looking for kids party entertainment hire

Kids entertainment

$150

Darling Harbour NSW, Australia

28th Jul 2025

Hi, I’m looking for a kids’ entertainer for an event at Darling Harbour, to engage approximately 20 children aged between 6 and 9 years. • Date: 2nd August • Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM • Duration: 1.5 hours • Venue: Darling Harbour Please let me know what entertainment options you offer. Kindly note that we’re not looking for face painting. There is a dance floor at this event. We dont want any dressup. Thank you!

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!

Looking for local kids entertainers

$100

Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia

8th Jul 2025

We're running a couple of free kids activities for our local community and are looking for individuals to help run these sessions. If you're a local kid's entertainer, sports person, musician, artist, anyone with some sort of talent for which you'd like to run a session, please reach out. Examples of sessions include a sports day, football training session, music lesson, or arts and craft session, team activity day etc. Children will be between the ages of 1-6 years old and will be accompanied by their parents. The entire event will be around 4 hours, with either one big activity (e.g. sports day) over the 4 hours or multiple shorter activities. We are not just looking for professionals, anyone that is a trainee, student, or has a skill/talent that they can share is welcome to contact us. All participants must have a valid working with children's check or willing to obtain one.

Kids party entertainer Elsa

$200

Aspley QLD, Australia

5th Jul 2025

Need an entertainer for kids party. Dress as Elsa frozen costume and engage with kids and organise and play games. Kids age range 4-9 yrs mostly girls. 10-15 kids

Kids party entertainment

$123

Clayfield QLD, Australia

22nd Jun 2025

Kids party entertainment. Captain America themed. Open to entertainment ideas. Kids age from 1-6.

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.

Kids entertainer required for 1st birthday

$200

Richmond VIC, Australia

31st May 2025

Need a kids entertainer for 2 hours on the 28th June. From 3.15pm to 5.15pm(may need some flexiblity on start time). The entertainer to do ballon twisting,magic trick,face painting,and to be in a costume. Its a fun fair theme for a 1st birthday.

Kids party entertainment

$200

Little Mountain QLD 4551, Australia

27th May 2025

Hello, im looking for someone fun and energetic for my kids shared birthday party with a max of 15 kids. Ages 6-9 - Magic - Balloons - Face painting etc

Kids party entertainer

$150

Lurnea NSW 2170, Australia

20th May 2025

Subject: Inquiry for Kids' Party Entertainer Hello, I would like to inquire about hiring a kids' party entertainer for an event on May 24th, starting at 5:30 PM. We expect around 10 to 12 children. While I don't have a specific theme in mind, my son would enjoy activities that include interactive storytelling, dancing, magic, bubbles, and a construction theme. Could you please provide me with information on the available packages and their costs based on any of these themes? Thank you!

Kids party entertainer needed

$5

Oakleigh South VIC 3167, Australia

12th May 2025

We are a childcare centre in oakleigh south, we are looking for a kids party entertainer every Friday for 1 hour between 12.00 to 1.00 to come in entertain kids (ages 1 to 3) on an ongoing basis. You must be friendly, loud and entertaining. Bring your music, make kids dance, blow bubbles, balloon twisting. Whatever you can think of. We pay 100 per hour.

Kids party entertainer for tomorrow 1.30pm

$250

Balwyn North VIC, Australia

10th May 2025

I need an experienced kids party for tomorrow. This is for my daughter’s 4th birthday at our home. There will be 7 children attending and I need an experienced entertainer to come and run games, magic tricks and face painting. 1.5 hours please from 1.30pm. Can be male or female, Spider-Man or spider Gwen preferred but any character is ok. The party is in Balwyn North.

Kids party entertainer

$300

Kangaroo Valley NSW, Australia

8th May 2025

Party entertainer for a group of kids. Age range between 4-9years old. 18 kids in total

Kids entertainer Elsa from Frozen

$80

Ivanhoe VIC, Australia

28th Apr 2025

I’m looking for an energetic, smiling, and fun person to host and entertain at a Frozen-themed birthday party. You’ll be wearing an Elsa costume (provided), and I’ll also supply all the props and a party plan. Your job is to bring your energy and engage 5-year-old kids in fun games and activities!

Kids party entertainment

$100

Eltham VIC 3095, Australia

21st Apr 2025

1st birthday party for our boy however there will be kids ranging from different age. Mix of different entertainment for 10 kids and for 2 hours 25 May @ 1 pm.

Need an entertainer for kids birthday

$150

Greenvale VIC, Australia

18th Apr 2025

Seeking a kids entertainer for a 5 year old birthday party. Entertainer should ideally have a Transformer costume, or a similar Superhero.