JAY JAY

$200

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About

Jay Jay can appear as a Clown, or Not as a Clown, YOUR CHOICE. Check out his profile page to see his photos and read his reviews. Jay Jay is an award winning Balloon Artist and Clown. He is also a very funny entertaining Magician who performs age appropriate, amazing Fun Magic. As a face painter, Jay Jay paints quick simple designs to keep things moving. Ask about his Fun with Big Bubbles and his link to the North Pole. Charges are by the hour. Most parties begin with a 30-minute Fun Magic Show, then followed up with 60-minutes of Balloon Twisting. (Face painting and Giant Bubbles can be added if time permits. Giant Bubbles are done outside only). Jay Jay has been entertaining kids and Adults since 1982. He is a Past President of the Midwest Clown Association (MCA) 2002-2004. He was Inducted into the MCA Hall Of Fame in 1998 He received the MCA Lifetime Achievement Award in 2011. Let Jay Jay help you plan your event using his years of experience. Let's talk. Jay Jay

Overview

Hired 144 times

2 similar jobs done near you

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1 employee

44 years in business

Business hours

SunClosedMon9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, and Zelle.

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2025

2024

Services offered

Event type

Balloon art type

Simple balloon twisting

Detailed balloon art

Face Painting services

Yes

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and punctuality.

Excellent 4.9

69 reviews

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Mina G.

Oct 27, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Birthday party • 11 - 20 guests • 7 - 10 years old • I'm flexible • Face painting is needed

Balloon Twisting

Vidhya N.

Jan 21, 2025

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Jay Jay did balloon twisting at my daughter’s birthday party and all the children loved it. The kids were very excited and it really helped build the excitement for the party. Jay Jay is a real professional and was easy and a pleasure to work with. We will definitely love to work with JayJay again for future parties.

Details: 21 - 40 guests • Younger than 4 years old • 4 - 6 years old • 7 - 10 years old • Face painting is not needed

JAY JAY's reply

Hello Vidhya, Thank you for choosing me to be a party of the entertainment for your daughters party. Thank you for taking the time to write a review for me. I'm so happy to hear that all the children loved the balloon creations. Thank your for the kind words and thank you for your busienss. JAY JAY 847-483-4520

Balloon Twisting

Schenieka H.

Dec 14, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Birthday party • Close up magic show • Balloon twisting • Face painting • 11 - 20 guests • 4 - 6 years old • Community center / church

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Magician

Rahul S.

Jun 8, 2025

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It was so much fun to have Jay Jay at our 7 year old son’s birthday party ! He was punctual , very funny , have lots of tricks and kids absolutely loved him . Plus he makes some amazing shapes with balloons , he was super friendly with everyone ! Good old days of birthday party at home with magician is back ! We all had so much fun . Thank you so much Jay Jay !!!

Details: Birthday party • Close up magic show • Face painting • Balloon twisting • 1 - 10 guests • 7 - 10 years old • Private residence (indoors)

JAY JAY's reply

Hello Rahul, Thank you for choosing me to be a part of your entertainment for your son's Birthday Party. I had a great time with the kids and the adults too and trust everyone enjoyed Balloon Creations and the fun Magic Show. Thank you for your business and the 5-star review. Best wishes, John “JAY JAY” Joseph 847-483-4520

Magician

David L.

Sep 13, 2024

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Jay jay came to our facility for our state fair event. He was a huge hit with everyone with the clown and balloon twisting I’m recommending jay jay for events like this!!

Details: Corporate event • 71 - 100 guests • 18 or older • 15 - 17 years old • 11 - 14 years old • 7 - 10 years old • 4 - 6 years old • Younger than 4 years old • Detailed balloon art (uses several balloons) • Simple balloon twisting (e.g., one-balloon dog) • Face painting is needed

JAY JAY's reply

David, Thank you for taking the time to write a review for me glad to hear I was a hit with everyone. I know the residents and the staff all enjoyed the balloons. Thank you for choosing me and thank you for your business. Jay Jay 847-483-4520

Balloon Twisting

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge by the hour; $200 for the first hour; $150 for each additional hour.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Let's talk about your party plans and take advantage of my experience providing family entertainment for many years.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been performing for over 30 years. I travel Coast to Coast teaching classes at various Clown Associations.

JAY JAY

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