Brianna HarrisonFinding the best entertainer in Toronto can turn a standard party into an absolute highlight for your guests. From private family gatherings to massive corporate galas, having skilled talent on stage keeps everyone engaged from start to finish.
In fact, skilled party planners frequently pair up with seasoned wedding MCs and specialized performers to create seamless event timelines.
That’s why we’ve evaluated top local acts across the city so you can find the perfect entertainer for your upcoming celebration. Keep reading to book the right live act today!
How much does hiring an entertainer cost in Toronto?
Hiring a professional entertainer in Toronto typically costs an average of $1,000 per act, with general pricing ranging anywhere from $130 to over $5,000 depending on the performer type, duration, and experience level.
| Performer Type | Average Cost Range (CAD) |
| Stand-Up Comedians | $130 – $3,500 (Average: $370) |
| Magicians & Hypnotists | $500 – $4,500+ |
| Children’s Party Performers | $180 – $680 (e.g., $350/hr) |
| Mascot / Character Entertainers | $450+ |
| Street Performers & Buskers | $160 – $1,600 (Average: $470) |
| Jazz Bands & Solo Musicians | $400 – $2,500 |
| Wedding DJ & MC Packages | $1,200 – $3,500 |
1. JoJoFun Inc.
Website: https://www.jojofun.ca/
Address: 2696 Dundas St W
Contact: 647‑914‑2239
Hours: Monday-Friday, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Office) | Monday-Sunday, 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Service)
Throwing a big family event becomes much simpler when you have seasoned professionals on hand. JoJoFun Inc. brings 20 years of children’s entertainment experience to the table, having delighted over 150,000 kids across the GTA.
They offer a massive roster under one roof, featuring balloon twisters, magicians, face painters, and their signature all-in-one package, The Works™. What’s more, their package combines music, games, and magic into one seamless block for young guests.
Our colleague actually worked with their booking team for a community gathering last summer, and he said the on-site crowd loved the energy.
The only downside is that coordinating through their third-party performer network can sometimes lead to slow pre-event updates.
They all had so much fun and were engaged the entire time
I just wanted to send over a big compliment and thank you to your entertainer, Kim. She was hired for “The Works” at our son’s first birthday party yesterday. We had a variety of age groups to entertain and Kim was amazing. The kids loved her – they all had so much fun and were engaged the entire time. She went above and beyond!
Please send her our gratitude. We will definitely be reaching out to JoJoFun in the future for our next events.
- Carlie Morrison | Google Review
All of the children had a blast (ages 2 to 9)
We had a wonderful experience with JoJo Fun Inc for my daughter’s 5th birthday party. Our entertainer Kim was incredible. She delivered the 1 hour “Works” package and all of the children had a blast (ages 2 to 9). She captured their attention the minute she entered the room and for the entire hour with magic, games, dancing and balloon animals. I have received so many compliments from other parents and adults who were present well – there was no doubt that the children (and adults) enjoyed themselves. Thank you for helping to make this birthday celebration a great one!
- Andrea Scrivo | Google Review
2. X.Ray Magic and Illusions
Website: https://www.xraymagic.com/
Address: 295 Adelaide St W
Contact: (647) 988-9911
Hours: Available 24/7
Founder X.Ray has more than 15 years of professional stage experience in the GTA, combining sleight-of-hand magic, mentalism, and theatrical flair to keep guests engaged.
His performances are tailored to different types of events. For corporate gatherings, he offers clean, professional stage acts that fit naturally into conferences and galas.
Families can also book dedicated shows featuring fun routines, including his classic goldfish act. And since he travels across Toronto and nearby suburbs, booking him is convenient for events throughout the area.
But keep in mind that his service focuses strictly on illusions, so you won’t find face painters or clowns here.
Awesome entertainer
My wife and I hired Ray pre covid for a family picnic at our house. Awesome entertainer. We had a couple of Karens in the crowd that doubted his ability and he humbled them with his performance. We’re looking at hiring him again this year for another family function. He’s great with all ages and has a big bag of tricks 😁 to please everyone. Highly recommended.
- Doug Rockett | Google Review
Great entertainer with a heart and a soul.
Great entertainer with a heart and a soul.
Ray, thank you for working my birthday party so seamlessly. I’m not good with crowds as I always feel that I have left someone out. There is never enough time to engage everyone when there are over 60 guests in one space. You really helped to break the ice, connect strangers and bring many smiles of wonder and amazement. I have no doubt that you will get many calls from my friends in the near future.
Sending you blessings
- Shanta Sundarason | Google Review
3. Little Jingle Beans Inc.
Website: https://www.littlejinglebeans.com/
Address: 99 Silver Birch Avenue (lower level)
Contact: (416) 627-0805
Hours: Monday-Tuesday, Thursday-Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Wednesday, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Founded in 2013 by early childhood educator Joanna Margolis, Little Jingle Beans Inc. brings theme-park-quality performers directly to your living room or party venue.
Their cast features trained actors and vocalists who portray popular princesses, superheroes, and mascots with custom live scripts. They even incorporate structured games, music, storytelling, and dance routines into their birthday packages.
Clear starting rates are published online, too, so you can plan your party costs well in advance.
However, keep in mind that the booking process involves multiple administrative steps and deposit forms.
Also, direct performance time can feel short when packages include supplementary free-play or photo meet-and-greets.
Exceptional performer and entertainer!
The experience from the booking, to the party, the process was professional and smooth. Exceptional performer and entertainer! Elsa kept the attention of the children from the beginning to end. She was absolutely amazing in every aspect! The costume, singing voice, Elsa’s demeanour was everything we could have hoped for.
Highly recommend!
- Mica m | Google Review
Thank you so much for entertaining the children
We contacted Little Jingle Beans and had Mirabel entertainer come to celebrate my daughters 5th birthday last weekend and it was amazing. She was wonderful, interacted with the kids and they all had a blast! Thank you so much for entertaining the chiidren and will definitely use again!
- Stephanie Varela | Google Review
4. Johnte Black
Website: https://www.johnteblack.com/
Address: 60 Shuter St.
Contact: (437) 318-3311
Hours: Available 24/7
Cocktail receptions and wedding dinners often need an engaging icebreaker to get guests laughing together. Magician and mentalist Johnte Black delivers dynamic entertainment that combines sleight of hand, mentalism, illusions, and fast comedy.
He tailors his routines for weddings, corporate banquets, and milestone parties, offering both roaming close-up magic and full stage shows.
In fact, we chatted with a couple who hired him for their wedding reception, and they said that his roaming sleight of hand was a massive hit during cocktail hour.
They added that his quick wit and gambling demonstrations kept everyone talking and laughing throughout the evening.
The main catch is that his schedule fills up fast during peak event season. You’ll usually need to book three to four weeks ahead to secure your preferred date
5. The Toronto Magic Company
Website: https://www.torontomagiccompany.com/
Address: 93 Oriole Pkwy
Contact: +1 647-271-886
Hours: Available 24/7
The Toronto Magic Company features comedy mentalist Ben Train and sleight-of-hand illusionist Jonah Babins, both of whom have appeared on Penn & Teller: Fool Us.
They create customized stage shows and walk-around magic that can integrate company branding, logos, and custom product reveals into their live acts.
Their close-up magic requires zero sound rigs or stage lighting setup, too, making it easy to fit into busy cocktail receptions. Plus, their humour stays clean, professional, and respectful for business audiences.
The only catch is their premium price point. Packages start at $2,000 and can reach over $5,000, which puts them out of reach for modest private party budgets.
Our group was very impressed and entertained
Serious Fun ! Serious Entertainment ! You Can’t Go Wrong With Them – Seriously !
It’s never clear what to expect when one engages an entertainer; however, nothing is nicer when your expectations are generously exceeded. They delivered and our group was very impressed and entertained. Our group is still talking about how certain illusions were done.
I do recommend them to anyone looking for a great evening. Seriously !
- David Jarvis | Google Review
A World-class entertainer
Jonah is FREAKING AWESOME!! His timing is amazing, he’s incredibly funny, and the magic is simply next level! If you got a fun group of people who want to engage with a world class entertainer, look no further than the Toronto Magic Company!
- Rolston Miller | Google Review
