Family Entertainment for Hire in the United Kingdom

Discover 447 talented family entertainers available to hire in the United Kingdom, each specializing in performances that delight guests of all ages. These skilled performers bring magic shows, interactive games, balloon artistry and engaging activities that create memorable experiences for children and adults alike.

These performers are rated 5 out of 5 across 1,259 reviews from real clients. Prices start from £80, with an average cost of £260 for professional performers who understand how to engage mixed-age audiences at weddings, parties and special celebrations.

Of the 447 suppliers listed here, 148 are based in the United Kingdom. The other 299 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 1,259 reviews of Family Entertainment
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Live caricatures for your event

United Kingdom

Glasgow, Scotland

(5)

Book from £200 (GBP)

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Blow your guests minds with the number 1 Magician for your next event

United Kingdom

St Helens, England

(15)

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Entertaining magician who will amaze and amuse you and your guests!

United Kingdom

Chorley, England

(57)

Book from £495 (GBP)

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upbeat, fun, entertaining Bollywood fusion dance performances for all events

United Kingdom

London, England

(2)

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London based origami artist. Focus on creativity and mindfulness!

United Kingdom

London, England

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Book from £700 (GBP)

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Premier corporate solo tribute 1950s-1970's

United Kingdom

Huddersfield, England

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Carl Charlesworth is a professional, full-time Entertainer.

United Kingdom

Milton Keynes, England

(15)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Close-Up Card Magic and Mentalism

United Kingdom

Maidstone, England

(3)

Book from £495 (GBP)

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World class Magician and Mentalist

United Kingdom

Wallasey, England

(9)

Book from £280 (GBP)

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Book a Caricaturist to create awesome caricatures on the event you are planning.

United Kingdom

London, England

(3)

Book from £160 (GBP)

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Juggler, Walkabout Entertainer, Street Shows, Fire Shows

United Kingdom

Winchester, England

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Professional belly dancer from Ukraine

United Kingdom

London, England

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Elegant Professional Raqs Sharqi Belly Dancer performer

United Kingdom

Gillingham, England

(16)

Book from £160 (GBP)

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Wiltshire based magician, specialising in close up and stage performances

United Kingdom

Royal Wootton Bassett, England

(3)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Bring the Magic to Your Next Event Close-Up Magic by Martin

United Kingdom

Bolton, England

(2)

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A guide to booking

Hire Family Entertainers in the United Kingdom

Family performers in the United Kingdom specialize in creating engaging entertainment that bridges generational gaps, ensuring every guest feels included in the celebration. These multi-talented artists combine various skills including magic, music, comedy and interactive activities to deliver performances that engage young audiences while keeping adults genuinely entertained.

Pricing for Family Entertainment

Rates for family entertainers in the United Kingdom span from about £80 to £750+, with most professional bookings averaging £260. Many performers offer package deals that include face painting, balloon modelling and interactive games. The cost reflects the performer's experience, duration of entertainment, and additional services provided to ensure your event's success.

How much does it cost to hire Family Entertainment in the United Kingdom?

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The average price is £260 (GBP), with most priced from £80 to £750+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 217 enquiries for Family Entertainment at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 24 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within a day
53% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About six weeks
40% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
August to December
55% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 20 miles
For the 90% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Family Entertainment available in the United Kingdom

5/5 from 1,259 reviews
Photo of Ian McCoy Ian McCoy "The Best entertainer in the UK - 5 stars. "If you are thinking of using Ian for your event so not hesitate or waste any more time thinking and reading reviews... Just book him!!! Ian is down to earth whilst completely professional. He's funny, relaxed and looks the part whatever the event requires. Ian absolutely blew us away at our wedding and our guests will not stop talking about him! His close up magic is on another level, real magic! Honestly we were utterly amazed. He entertained the children for hours, and they were hooked. It made people laugh and relax. It brought together different friends and family to break the ice. He did a little stand up with us as bride and groom with mentalism and we still can't work out how on earth he knew what we were thinking!! Book him today"" Based in Wallasey, England 21st September 2026 Ceri Dowdal - wedding Photo of Loretta Loren Belly Dancing Performer Loretta Loren Belly Dancing Performer "I booked some sacred movement classes with Loretta to learn how to move my body in a sacred way and release lots of anxiety and stress. Loretta will guide you through the basics step by step to beautiful egyptian music which is very therapeutic. I learnt how to use veils and do goddess wraps while doing sacred hip and tummy movement. Loretta is definitely the one and only for bellydance in medway! Highly recommended. If you want to feel like a goddess please give it a go. Thankyou so much x" Based in Gillingham, England 11th September 2026 Sarah - Belly dance sacred movement Photo of Sofeya Sofeya "Sofeya was engaging for her 15mins performance and carried the audience along. Great personality too. Feedback from guests really positive" Based in London, England 16th June 2026 Michelle O - Birthday party Photo of Paul Deacon MC, Toastmaster & Celebrant Paul Deacon MC, Toastmaster & Celebrant "With Paul as our celebrant, our meetings and other sessions, email exchange, the overall follow up and most importantly on the day was amazing from your side! We both said out of all the ‘suppliers’ you were the most hands on and better than the wedding coordinators! You were with us from the beginning and made sure everything ran smoothly right until the last minute. We honestly couldn’t thank you enough for making our day perfect." Based in London, England 14th April 2026 Mary Ellen - Toastmaster and Celebrant Paul Deacon Photo of Matt Barber - Close-Up Magician Matt Barber - Close-Up Magician "We booked Matt to perform at our wedding at Hedingham Castle, and he was truly amazing. From our very first meeting, he completely blew us away with his warmth, professionalism, and talent. On the day, he engaged with our guests so beautifully, even where there were language barriers, and everyone loved him. He brought such joy, energy, and magic to our wedding, and we honestly couldn’t have imagined a more perfect evening." Based in Maidstone, England 11th February 2026 Alexandra Margarit - Wedding Photo of 4all2Envy Bollywood Dance group 4all2Envy Bollywood Dance group "We’ve been working with 4all2Envy Dance Team for almost two years and have booked them over 200 times for private events and theatre productions. They consistently deliver a hardworking, honest & reliable service. It’s great to see the effort they put into track selection, outfit changes and overall performance quality." Based in London, England 27th December 2025 LuvEntertainment - UK Based Events Business - providing private & theatre events

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring family entertainment is £260, with prices from £80 to £750+. Cost varies based on the entertainer's experience, show duration and the range of activities or acts included. Family entertainment packages often combine multiple elements such as magic, games, balloon modelling and music.

The family entertainers include a wide range of acts suitable for all ages, such as magicians, puppet shows, circus performers, balloon artists, interactive game shows, face painters, stilt walkers and character appearances. Many acts combine several elements for a complete family show.

Hiring family entertainment is ideal for community events, school fairs, corporate family days, festivals, charity events, weddings and private celebrations where guests include both children and adults. The best family entertainers engage all age groups with a mix of comedy, magic, music and interactive games.

The best family entertainers are skilled at engaging audiences of all ages simultaneously. Many family entertainers use humour, interaction and varied pacing to keep both children and adults entertained throughout the performance. To get the best results, check each performer's profile for their approach.

Most family entertainers bring everything they need for their performance. Requirements vary by act type, but performers will typically confirm any venue needs such as space, power supply or shelter. It is advisable to discuss setup requirements when making an enquiry.

Both are common. Shorter bookings are usually priced by the hour or per show, while a full family day is more often quoted as a package covering several acts or a longer run. A package tends to work out better where the event runs across an afternoon.

A close-up or table-based act needs very little, while a stage show, inflatable or workshop-style activity needs a clear area and good headroom. Outdoor bookings usually need level ground and a plan for wet weather. Giving the performer the room dimensions when enquiring avoids a surprise on the day.

Some acts perform a set show of 30 to 45 minutes, while others provide continuous activities across several hours. Longer bookings often include a mix, with a headline show and drop-in activities either side. Confirming the running order early lets the performer plan breaks sensibly.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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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