Prices and facts on this page were checked in September 2026.
Entertainers and performers in Malta
Dapperlance lists independent entertainers in Malta and Gozo: a children's party magician with face painting, balloon modelling and mini disco packages, a close-up and parlour magician for weddings, restaurants and corporate events, and costumed superhero character appearances for children's parties. Message any of them for free from their listing.
What does a party entertainer cost in Malta?
A face painter in Malta costs about €90 for two hours, and magicians and character performers quote per show or per visit rather than publishing a price. The face painting figure comes from a Malta entertainment company's own booking page, checked September 2026. Everything else below explains how the quote is built. Treat any figure as a guide, not a quote.
| Entertainment | How it is priced |
|---|---|
| Face painter | About €90 for two hours, costume upgrade about €15 extra |
| Children's magic show | Per show, typically 45 to 60 minutes, packages add face painting, balloons and a mini disco |
| Superhero or princess character visit | Per visit, usually 45 to 60 minutes with cake moment and photos |
| Close-up magician (wedding, corporate) | Per hour or per event, mingling between tables |
| Parlour or stage magic (larger groups) | Per show, with sound and staging discussed |
Three things move the price. Duration and add ons: a 45 minute show is the base, each extra activity is a line on the quote. Group size: a close-up magician works a room of 30 to 150 guests, more than that needs a second performer or a stage show. Date: weekends in the school holidays and December are the busy periods, so a weekday or a morning slot is cheaper and easier to get.
How to choose an entertainer in Malta
For anyone working with children, ask whether they are cleared under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act, the POMA check, and whether they have a police conduct certificate. The act keeps a register of people convicted of offences against minors, and a professional entertainer will have the clearance or be able to get it. Beyond that, ask how many parties they do a month and whether the show adapts to the age group, a show for four year olds and a show for nine year olds are different acts.
Match the entertainer to the space. A magic show needs the children seated facing one way, so a small living room limits the numbers. A character visit works anywhere but needs somewhere to change. A close-up magician at a wedding needs the drinks reception or the gap between courses, not the speeches.
Common mistakes to avoid: booking a two hour package for a group of three year olds (45 minutes is their attention span), not telling the performer about a child who is afraid of costumes or loud noises, and choosing a character by the film rather than by which characters the performer actually has. Confirm the time, address, parking and the name of the birthday child in one message.
Published prices for kids' shows, party venue packages, DJs and photo booths, with three sample party budgets, are in our guide How much does a party cost in Malta?
Browse the entertainers listed above and message them directly, it is free. Related categories: Event Planning, DJs and Catering.
Frequently asked questions
Do children's entertainers in Malta need a police check?
There is no entertainer licence, but the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act keeps a register that organisations and parents can ask to check, and a police conduct certificate is the standard document. Ask for either before booking. Established performers expect the question.
How long should a children's party show be?
45 minutes for under fives, up to an hour for six to ten year olds. A two hour package works when it combines a show with free flow activities such as face painting or a disco, not as one continuous show.
Can I book a magician for a wedding in Malta?
Yes. Close-up magic during the drinks reception or between courses is a common choice for weddings and corporate dinners in Malta. The magician moves between tables, so no stage is needed. Agree the time window with the venue so it does not clash with the speeches.
What happens if it rains at an outdoor party?
Most shows can move indoors at short notice, but a magic show needs a wall for the children to face and some room for the props. Have a plan B room and tell the performer the day before if the forecast is bad.