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JAY JAY

$200
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Responds in about 52 min

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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 124 times

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1 employee

43 years in business

Business hours

Sun3:00 pm - 8:00 pmMon9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Payment methods

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

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2024

Services offered
Type of magic
Event type

Birthday party

Community event

Additional services

Face painting

Balloon twisting

Projects and media

72 photos

Projects and media

72 photos

Reviews

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

Excellent 4.9

61 reviews

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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
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Nyla H.

Nov 19, 2024

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I reviewed several magicians for my daughter’s birthday party, and I’m so glad I chose Jay! From start to finish, his customer service was exceptional. He was truly the perfect magician for the occasion. I highly recommend Jay! Both the kids and adults thoroughly enjoyed themselves. He kept the audience’s attention and engagement throughout the show. The kids were absolutely amazed by his various acts, and he even involved some of the kids and adults in the performance. Best of all, the birthday girl was overjoyed and so pleased with the show. I will definitely be booking Jay for any future events, parties, or celebrations I host. Thank you, Jay, for making my daughter’s 13th Birthday Party Sneaker Ball magical and unforgettable!

Details: Birthday party • Close up magic show • 21 - 40 guests • 11 - 14 years old • 15 - 17 years old • Community center / church

JAY JAY's reply
Hello Nyla, Thank you for choosing me to be your magician at your daughter's 13th birthday party. I had a great time and had fun with the kids and the adults too. Thank you for your business and thank you for the 5-star review.. Hope to perform for you again sometime in the future. Best wishes, JAY JAY 847-483-4520
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Ben C.

Apr 30, 2024

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Oh all the kids and grownups enjoyed the magic show, it was our first time we had a magician do a birthday party. My son was so pleased, he felt so special and it means so much to us. Thank you so much!

Details: Birthday party • Close up magic show • 41 - 70 guests • 4 - 6 years old • 7 - 10 years old • Community center / church

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Wahab Y.

Apr 15, 2024

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Jay Jay is a try professional that is a master at his craft. He was funny, did great magic tricks and kept the party attentive the whole time he incorporated not just the kids but adults as well. He was very kind and accommodating to our needs and the kids walked away with the best balloon animals I’ve seen. They were very complicated and yet he made it seem easy and did it quickly. I would recommend Jay Jay to everyone looking for a magician that has it all. You won’t be disappointed.

Details: Birthday party • I'm flexible • Balloon twisting • 21 - 40 guests • 4 - 6 years old • Younger than 4 years old • 11 - 14 years old • 7 - 10 years old • 18 or older • Community center / church

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Akash P.

May 23, 2025

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I have hire him for 1 hr (30 min magic shoe and 30 min bubble). I am very well satisfied with his service and I will definitely recommend him.

Details: Birthday party • I'm flexible • Balloon twisting • 11 - 20 guests • Younger than 4 years old • 4 - 6 years old • Private residence (outdoors)

JAY JAY's reply
Hello Akash, Thank you for choosing me to be a part of your entertainment. I had a great time with the kids and the adults too and trust everyone enjoyed the Big Bubble fun and the fun Magic Show. Thank you for your business and the 5-star review. Jay Jay 847-483-4520
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