Best Birthday Party Entertainers in NYC

Here's a list of parent-approved birthday party entertainers to help make your child's day extra special. From characters for hire, to face painters, kids magicians, balloon artists and more, entertain the birthday kid and guests without having to plan any party activities yourself!

These party experts serve the New York City area, and can travel to your home or birthday party venue.

Help put the "happy" in another NYC family's happy birthday by sharing your reviews and recommendations for awesome party entertainers below!


 

    Party Solvers Entertainment

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    Nancy L. said:  No party is too big. No party is too small. Party Solvers has a variety of packages and add-on rental options to fit any budget. They also offer party room rentals where they can provide the space and help you choose the perfect party package.

    Ridgewood, NY

    Ultimate Parties and Events

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    Nancy L. said:  Ultimate Parties and Events is a one-stop shop to create a customized party. Choose from a variety of packages such as Star, Super, and Ultimate Party. The packages start with a foundation of magicians, face painting, and balloon twisting with different offerings such as bounce houses, concessions, and a dessert table. There's even a Build-Your-Own Package for the ultimate in customization.

    Forest Hills, NY

    Dinosaurs Rock

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    Cherisse Harris said:  For a fun, educational party, book with Dinosaurs Rock. They bring the museum to you with real dinosaur specimens, fossils, and an interactive presentation where kids can touch dinosaur footprints, fossil eggs, and more. Kids will also enjoy a fossil dig, dinosaur egg hunt, and game of ring toss (winner gets a toy dinosaur). Parents can upgrade to a "Stuff-A-Dinosaur" party, so kids can make their own toy dinos. Other party themes also available.

    Montebello, NY

    Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunts

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    Shila said:  Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunts will arrange and host a scavenger hunt birthday party available at various NYC locations (American Museum of Natural History, Bronx Zoo, Grand Central Terminal, parks, neighborhoods, etc.). This is a unique way to explore NYC and celebrate any birthday or event. Teams are challenged to be the first to unravel a series of clues. Various hunt themes are available that run approx. 90 minutes.

    New York, NY

    Cotton Candy Clowns

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    Nancy L. said:  Make your party stand out with a dunk tank! Cotton Candy Clowns offers party packages, clowns, costumed characters, and bounce houses. But this company sets itself apart with the option for dunk tank rentals. It's perfect for those celebrating a summer birthday.

    Bronx, NY

    GemFace NY Face Painter

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    Nancy L. said:  Let partygoers express themselves by choosing to have their face painted by the talents of GemFace NY. Working with clients to customize each party, GemFace NY will complement your party's chosen theme or they'll bring a variety of ideas to you.

    Jamaica, NY

    Clowns.com

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    Nancy L. said:  From fairies to superheroes to sports and pirates, Clowns.com has a birthday party package that's perfect for your child. They offer non-scary clowns and characters for little ones. There's a long list of jump houses, slide combos, and obstacle courses, which will challenge and delight any child. Magicians offer shows that include bubbles, balloons, interactive games and dancing. Hypoallergenic, plant-based all-natural paints are used for face painting. Clowns.com serves the five boroughs, Long Island, Bergen and Westchester counties.

    Elmont, NY

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