Street Entertainers for Hire in Columbus

Discover 132 street entertainers available for hire in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Street performers and buskers bring interactive entertainment that engages guests naturally, with acts averaging $300 and options from around $110.

All 132 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Columbus. The nearest is based in Springfield, 43 miles away.

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A magician who uses cards coins mentalism to wow audiences

Springfield

Ohio · 43 miles away

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Sleight of hand magician.

Lima

Ohio · 79 miles away

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Professional Close-up and Parlor Magician

Cleveland

Ohio · 126 miles away

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Aerial, Acrobatic, and Circus acts

Cleveland

Ohio · 126 miles away

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Family friendly Comedy Magician

Pittsburgh

Pennsylvania · 162 miles away

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Dressed like a man-pig I play a bagpipe on a unicycle that looks like a chicken

Pittsburgh

Pennsylvania · 162 miles away

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Alternative rap with life's reality and positive outcome options.

Detroit

Michigan · 164 miles away

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Magician

Goshen

Indiana · 186 miles away

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Magician, Musician, Juggler - Great for festivals or wandering entertainment

Louisville

Kentucky · 189 miles away

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Entertainment Services - specialties include family shows & immersive workshops

Kitchener

Ontario, Canada · 272 miles away

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Fire, LED, and daytime dance performances in beautiful hand made costumes

Chicago

Illinois · 276 miles away

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Caricature and Portrait Artist

Chicago

Illinois · 276 miles away

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Hands-on custom toy-making workshops for all ages and skill levels.

Chicago

Illinois · 276 miles away

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African/Caribbean dancers drummers stilt walkers fire eater and mask artist

Chicago

Illinois · 276 miles away

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I help facilitate mind blowing memorable experiences for your next event!

Hamilton

Ontario, Canada · 279 miles away

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Comedy-Juggling & Variety Shows | Roaming LED & Fire Performer, Magician, Circus

Guelph

Ontario, Canada · 285 miles away

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Flamenco Dancer, Chicago-based, traditional & fusion

Mundelein

Illinois · 305 miles away

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Ontario's premium magician and mentalist

Toronto

Ontario, Canada · 317 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Street Entertainers in Columbus?

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Rates for professional street entertainers in Columbus range from about $110 to $1,050+, with an average cost of $300. Pricing reflects the performer's experience level, act complexity, and performance duration. Solo buskers with acoustic instruments typically represent the lower end of this range, while elaborate multi-performer troupes with specialized equipment and interactive props command higher fees. Many performers offer flexible packages tailored to different event sizes and budgets. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 236 enquiries for Street Entertainers at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 29 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
62% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About four weeks
56% 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 65 miles
For the 63% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Street Entertainers available in Columbus

5/5 from 463 reviews
Photo of Sergio Magic Sergio Magic "DUDE OMG I was at that other person’s 18th birthday party and when I was genuinely blown away. Me and my friends were gobsmacked at everything this man did. 10/10, would recommend" Based in Cleveland, Ohio (126 miles from Columbus) 2nd February 2026 Hilary - Birthday Party (Not Mine) Photo of The Circus Arts Society The Circus Arts Society "Jesse and his Circus-In-A-Suitcase workshop were an absolute highlight of our Downtown Cambridge BIA event! Jesse's communication was seamless, making planning a breeze. He captivated the children with his engaging and interactive performance, leaving them smiling and excited. Beyond that, he has an incredible ability to energize the entire crowd, creating a fun and lively atmosphere. Jesse's talent and professionalism made him a wonderful addition to our event, and we can't wait to work with him again! - Jasmine Percival, Admin Coordinator, Downtown Cambridge BIA" Based in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada (272 miles from Columbus) 11th August 2026 Jasmine Percival - The Circus Arts Society Photo of Corporate Event Magician Corporate Event Magician "Jordan, thank you for providing top notch service for our annual corporate BBQ. Our colleagues loved your magic tricks, and you had our colleagues engaged throughout the event. We will reach out for future events, great job!" Based in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada (279 miles from Columbus) 11th September 2026 Bill Keegan - Mondelez International Photo of Juggler, Street & Fire Performer, Magician Juggler, Street & Fire Performer, Magician "Noah is a fantastic performer and was so easy to get to our event! His performance is very engaging and great for large or smaller events." Based in Guelph, Ontario, Canada (285 miles from Columbus) Jacob Ferrara - Wilfrid Laurier University: Relay For Life fundraiser for Canadian Cancer Society 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 (305 miles from Columbus) Linda Stoklasa-Craig - Friends of Moos Elementary School nonprofit Photo of IllusioniStorm IllusioniStorm "Delightful demeanor and impressive skills Storm was amazing at every step of the process. Very kind, thoughtful, easy to work with, and with tricks that kept everyone guessing, we would absolutely recommend him for any occasion." Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada (317 miles from Columbus) 28th October 2026 Sydney Butkin - Wedding Cocktail Hour

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring street entertainers typically costs between $110 and $1,050+, with an average of $300. The price depends on the type of act, the performer's experience and the length of the booking. Street entertainment includes a wide range of acts such as living statues, stilt walkers, mime artists and busker-style musicians.

The street entertainers include living statues, stilt walkers, jugglers, mime artists, buskers, acrobats, balloon artists, magicians and other walkabout performers. Many acts combine multiple skills for a varied and engaging performance.

Typical bookings for street entertainers include festivals, fairs, corporate events, shopping centres, product launches, outdoor weddings, market events and community celebrations. Street entertainers bring atmosphere and spontaneous interaction to open spaces.

Most street entertainers are self-contained and need no stage, power or equipment from the venue. They perform in open spaces and among crowds. Some acts (such as stilt walkers) may need a flat surface and clear sightlines. It is a good idea to confirm any requirements with the performer.

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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.

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