Dancers for Hire in Santa Barbara

Discover 209 professional dancers available for hire in Santa Barbara, California, United States, backed by 186 reviews from real clients rated 5 out of 5. Find solo dance performers, choreographed groups and themed dance acts for weddings, parties and corporate events.

All 209 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Santa Barbara. The nearest is based in Los Angeles, 87 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 186 reviews of Dancers
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Burlesque, pole dancers, avante garde performers, entertainers & artists

Los Angeles

California · 87 miles away

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Dancer, Specialty Acts, Ambiance

Los Angeles

California · 87 miles away

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Providing specialty entertainment for all occasions. Dancers, circus and more!

Los Angeles

California · 87 miles away

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Full Service Entertainment, Music, Specialty Vendor, Performers & Dance Company

Los Angeles

California · 87 miles away

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Burlesque and Cabaret Dancer available for performances and instruction

Los Angeles

California · 87 miles away

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International Dance Styles Company....where Las Vegas meets the Middle East

Los Angeles

California · 87 miles away

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World/Traditional Dance from Around the World

Los Angeles

California · 87 miles away

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Polynesian Show Spectaculars - Hawaiian Hula Dancers

Long Beach

California · 97 miles away

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Starts off country and then remixes pop, hip-hop, and more

Newport Beach

California · 115 miles away

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World fusion show featuring various styles of dance, acro, cirque, and Fire

Mission Viejo

California · 129 miles away

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Bellydance Performance Services

Chula Vista

California · 194 miles away

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Experienced Robot, Mime Dancers

Chula Vista

California · 194 miles away

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Belly Dance and Hula Dance Performances

San Francisco

California · 277 miles away

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Cirque Style Entertainment Company: Acrobats, aerialists, unique specialty acts.

Las Vegas

Nevada · 284 miles away

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Model, mermaid, go go, caterer, artist, dancer, actress, Tv host, singer etc

Las Vegas

Nevada · 284 miles away

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Showgirls for hire in Las Vegas.

Las Vegas

Nevada · 284 miles away

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Fire Performance Artist

Las Vegas

Nevada · 284 miles away

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Las Vegas talent agency and prop rental company.

Las Vegas

Nevada · 284 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Dancers in Santa Barbara?

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Rates for professional dancers in Santa Barbara range from about $110 to $850+, with an average cost of $300. Pricing depends on the number of performers, show length, costume requirements and travel distance. Solo acts are typically more affordable, while full troupes with custom choreography and multiple costume changes sit at the higher end. Some performers offer packages that combine a stage show with a later interactive set or extended performance time. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 374 enquiries for Dancers at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 17 October 2026.

Most requested for
Birthday parties
31% of enquiries, with weddings next at 19%
How early people enquire
About four weeks
52% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
August to December
51% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 90% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Dancers available in Santa Barbara

5/5 from 186 reviews
Photo of Katz-Kabaret Katz-Kabaret "Kat has an incredibly commanding stage presence and a rare ability to balance professionalism, charisma, and authenticity in live performance environments. Whether addressing a crowd, hosting an event, or performing on stage, she brings a level of confidence and adaptability that immediately puts both audiences and organizers at ease. She is quick-thinking under pressure, highly engaging without overpowering the room, and exceptionally skilled at reading audience energy in real time. Her background in live performance is evident in the way she handles transitions, timing, improvisation, and crowd engagement with natural ease. Beyond technical performance ability, Kat brings intelligence, wit, and strong communication skills that elevate the overall experience. She has a polished on-camera and live-event presence while remaining approachable, composed, and collaborative behind the scenes. A true professional with strong instincts, presence, and versatility." Based in Los Angeles, California (87 miles from Santa Barbara) 6th May 2026 Samuel Lutkins - Private Exclusive Event Photo of Nadia Lotte, professional burlesque dancer Nadia Lotte, professional burlesque dancer "10/10!!!!! We hired Nadia for our Moulin Rouge themed Christmas Party. She was everything we expected and more! All our guests enjoyed the show so much! Reviewer: Karen Garcia Event Date: December 16th, 2022 Services Provided: Burlesque Entertainment" Based in Los Angeles, California (87 miles from Santa Barbara) Karen Garcia - Employee holiday party Photo of Nocturna Entertainment Nocturna Entertainment "Wow they are AMAZING!! So professional, great dancers, and wonderful to work with! We so enjoyed working with them and highly recommend them to anyone interested in good dancers!!!" Based in Los Angeles, California (87 miles from Santa Barbara) Lace and Bow Events - Event Planner Photo of Jewels Entertainment official Jewels Entertainment official "I had these gorgeous ladies perform for my husbands birthday party. They did an amazing show and all our guests were raving about it. They not only had beautiful costumes but were so exciting to watch. They not only belly danced but did so with fire, snakes, and swords. The fire eating was spectacular. I highly recommend Melisa and the jewels for any event you want beauty, talent and excitement!" Based in Mission Viejo, California (129 miles from Santa Barbara) Juliana K - Birthday party Photo of Bianca Flamenco Bianca Flamenco "Bianca is an amazing performer and teacher! She connects with the audience and brings a truly authentic experience." Based in Austin, Texas (1,311 miles from Santa Barbara) Flamenco Festival - Festival Photo of La Rosa Oscura Flamenco La Rosa Oscura Flamenco "Jennifer was absolutely the LIFE of our party! She is super easy to communicate with, very accommodating, more than punctual and even flexible when our internal event scheduling fell behind. She had our event guests clapping, dancing, and of course cheering between every song. We hope we can feature La Rosa Oscura again in the future and look forward to visiting her at shows around the city. Thank you, Jennifer!!!!" Based in Mundelein, Illinois (1,789 miles from Santa Barbara) Linda Stoklasa-Craig - Friends of Moos Elementary School nonprofit

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring dancers is $300, with prices from $110 to $850+. Cost depends on the number of performers, show duration, choreography complexity and whether costumes are provided. Dance acts range from solo performers to large troupes, and groups with more dancers and elaborate routines are priced accordingly.

The dancers perform in a wide range of styles including ballet, contemporary, salsa, tango, Bollywood, flamenco, breakdance, burlesque, samba and traditional cultural dances. Some performers also offer themed or choreographed routines for specific event types.

Many dancers offer interactive elements such as teaching guests basic dance steps, leading group dance routines or running short workshops as part of their booking. This works particularly well at weddings, corporate team-building events and parties.

Most dancers require a flat, stable performance area with enough space for their routine. The exact space needed depends on the number of dancers and the style of dance. Some performances may also require a sound system or a specific type of flooring. Gig Heaven recommends confirming all requirements with the performers.

Performance length varies depending on the style and format. A feature show is typically 15 to 30 minutes, while roaming or ambient dancers can perform for one to three hours. Interactive workshops usually last 30 to 60 minutes. For the best experience, discuss the best format for your event.

Wedding bookings are among the most frequent, usually as a short feature during the reception or as a lesson for the couple beforehand. Cultural and themed weddings often use a group for an entrance or a set piece between courses. Where the couple want to learn a routine themselves, that is arranged separately from the performance.

Both are available and the choice usually follows the style: a single performer suits a short feature or moving among guests, while formation and cultural routines need three or more. Larger groups cost more but fill a bigger stage and read better to a seated audience. If space or budget is the deciding factor, say which, as it changes the recommendation.

Two or three short appearances across an evening is a common format, spacing out a feature show, a section among the guests and a finale rather than performing once. Costume changes between sets need somewhere private and a few minutes of notice. Agreeing the running order with the venue is what stops these slots clashing with speeches or food.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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