30 LA & OC Kids Party Entertainers That Bring It

Gina I.:  For a party that's as entertaining as it is educational, check out Mad Science! Their science-themed parties are suitable for groups of all sizes. You choose the location, and a Mad Scientist will supply fun! Choose from chemical magic, jaw-dropping science demonstrations, hands-on slime or bouncy ball activities, and more.

Ages: Ideal for kids 5 - 12, can also be modified kids 3 - 5

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Gina I.:  Fun and engaging, Ranger Jack brings his love of music to his entertaining and educational performance. Not only is he a one-man band, playing both piano and guitar, but he also performs hilarious skits with over 20 different animal puppets.

Ages: Preschool - elementary

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Gina I.:  Not your average escape room, The Escape Bus is the mobile adventure game that comes to you! With a combination of challenging puzzles, innovative tech, and various locks, The Escape Bus is the perfect entertainment option for kids who are past the 'kiddie' themed parties. Not only do they offer 20 and 40 minute kid-friendly versions, but parents can watch the game unfold via monitor, and a staff member will be on hand to give hints (as needed).

Ages: 10+

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Gina I.:  When it comes to awesome video game and laser tag parties, you supply the guests and GameTruck will supply the fun! Best of all, you get to skip the crowds at those popular party venues because GameTruck brings everything right to you. Just provide a place for them to park and setup, and they will handle the rest.

Ages: 7+

Cost: Parties start at $319

Erynn:  Happy Caritas performs standard and glitter face painting, maternity belly painting, henna, hair tinsel, and even caricatures and balloon twisting. Your guests will love their intricate paint designs- and you can't go wrong with glitter!

Cost: Services start at $100 per hour, face painting is $150 for the 1st hour

Erynn:  If your child is crazy about a certain princess, superhero, or other character, you can't go wrong with a special appearance from their idol! Top choices for parties include Star Wars parody parties, Disney princess parody parties, and more.

Cost: Pricing starts at $145 for 1 character

Erynn:  If you're hoping for audience participation and pure delight for your event, Rafael and Katia will definitely deliver. A 60-minute show lets your guest of honor be the star, plus other audience members will participate in such tricks as conjuring live doves, making it snow, and more! Shows can be presented in English or Spanish.

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Erynn:  Wet and dry inflatables, toddler to teen-sized attractions, movie screens, and interactive games can all be found at Cindy's. They also offer concessions equipment and tableware to truly round out your event- and they even provide services like airbrush tattoos and clowns, too.

Cost: Packages start at $120

Gina I.:  Planning an outdoor party and need to beat the heat? Pump and Splash has the solution! They'll come to you with kid-tested, easy-to-use water pump stations, perfect for splashing, spraying and staying cool. Since the water recirculates, you'll only need to fill up each station once for minimal water waste.

Ages: 3+

Cost: Packages start at $295

Erynn:  The Paint on Your Face team started with a Disney face painting artist and grew to a team that services birthday parties and other events. You provide the space to set up, and your artist brings all the makeup and equipment to quickly and professionally paint every attendee!

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Gina I.:  Tired of parties that follow the same script? Design a refreshingly fun party experience with Create a Kids Party. Choose from a wide variety of entertainment options including: clowns, magicians, caricature artists, puppies, arts & crafts, bubbles, balloon artists, face painting, characters, and more!

Cost: Parties start at $125

Richard Sherbrooke:  AirballingLA provides birthday services for all age groups, specializing in Nerf Battles, Mega Nerf Battles, Bubble Soccer, and real-life Fortnite Battle Royales. They use top of the line equipment, inflatables, and hosting.

Ages: 6+

Erynn:  Standard face painting gets a boost with Monliet- kids can have their face paint designs in waterproof paint, apply glitter tattoos, or become a space princess for the day. See their services page for all the details.

Cost: Services start at $125 per hour

Erynn:  Bricks 4 Kidz hosts show up to your party venue, toting along a huge assortment of Lego or Lego Duplo bricks for kids to experiment with! They'll plan a themed build for your event, plus allow for open play time after. Additional perks include take-home minifigures for your guests!

Cost: Parties start at $285

Erynn:  A combination of comedy, magic, illusions, juggling, balloon sculptures, puppetry, face painting, and audience participation make the Arty Loon Show a memorable experience for all ages. Your child can even be the "special guest" during the show and help Arty out with magic and more.

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