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Pasadena, CA 
Classical Ensemble / Historical Character
345 miles from Elk Grove Jeffrey M. said “We had a very import event celebrating the 150 Year Anniversary of Ventura County at my Oxnard Historic Farm Park. I contacted Chuck Jacks and he put…”
Venice, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
346 miles from Elk Grove 
68 Verified Bookings Priscilla said “Santa Klus not only looked the part but played the part very well. The kids and adults enjoyed having him! Look no further… This is your Santa!”
Los Angeles, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
348 miles from Elk Grove
207 Verified Bookings N M. said “He takes his job seriously and with pride. He was fun, funny and the kids and adults loved him! No brainer he will be back for us next year”
Los Angeles, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
348 miles from Elk Grove
45 Verified Bookings Steffanie Z. said “I really don’t have enough words to express how absolutely perfect and magical our experience was with Santa Ed. This was our first year asking Santa…”
Los Angeles, CA
Historical Character
348 miles from Elk Grove We're a crew of Scoundrels, Gamblers, Bunko Artists and Con Men, presenting Authentic Old West games of chance and skill. We're perfect for Wild West…
Long Beach, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
366 miles from Elk Grove
77 Verified Bookings Jackie M. said “This Santa is the real deal! Amazingly professional and all the kids love him!”
Highland, CA
Historical Character
376 miles from Elk Grove
1 Verified Booking presentation, "Into the mind of George Washington"
Las Vegas, NV
Burlesque Entertainment / Historical Character
376 miles from Elk Grove
8 Verified Bookings Rita R. said “The two showgirls we had for our event were professional and beautiful. We will have them back every year.”
Las Vegas, NV
Donald Trump Impersonator / Historical Character
376 miles from Elk Grove
2 Verified Bookings Shane H. said “John was so amazing at our event! Everyone loved him and he was spot on in being Donald Trump. We will definitely be booking him again, and I’d highly…”
Vashon, WA
Historical Character
627 miles from Elk Grove
1 Verified Booking I play Albert Einstein in movies, commercials, trade shows and events of all kind. Folks of all ages happily line up for selfies with "Albert Einstein. Print…
Spokane, WA
Historical Character
669 miles from Elk Grove I am a Mark Twain tribute artist and history enthusiast, able to interact with audiences and answer questions in character as Twain, as well as provide a one-hour…
Denver, CO
Singing Telegram / Historical Character
882 miles from Elk Grove
37 Verified Bookings Rose B. said “Amy was an absolute hit. I would definitely recommend her improv to friends and family. She got everything exactly accurate. We loved her act.”
Yukon, OK
Santa Claus / Historical Character
1315 miles from Elk Grove
38 Verified Bookings Camille F. said “We hired Yukon Santa for a corporate holiday event and he was the star of the show! He was such a joy to work with and the kids loved him. Thank you Yukon…”
Weatherford, TX
Actor / Historical Character
1377 miles from Elk Grove An actor and historical re-enactor, providing historical presentations for schools, libraries and any other function requiring a real look at history -- focusing…
Fort Worth, TX
Wedding Officiant / Historical Character
1402 miles from Elk Grove
9 Verified Bookings Antandra D. said “I booked David for my wedding ceremony and he was great! He made everyone laugh and people loved it.”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 248 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #241 in popularity out of 542 categories on GigSalad
185 Historical Character reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
From request to booking, it takes 1 days (on average) to hire a Historical Character
Hiring a historical character can bring charm and intrigue to corporate events, school assemblies, weddings, birthday parties, and more. Characters like George Washington or Albert Einstein make history feel alive, adding a memorable, entertaining twist to any gathering. Find the perfect historical impersonator on GigSalad to give your guests an experience they won’t forget!
The cost to hire a historical character varies based on location, the character’s popularity, and the length and type of performance. For instance, a quick meet-and-greet with Abraham Lincoln might cost less than a full hour-long reenactment or speech, complete with historical attire and immersive storytelling. Reach out to the historical characters above to get a personalized quote for your event.
As you browse for your ideal historical figure, review profiles, watch videos of past performances, and read past client feedback to ensure you’re booking a character who’s both authentic and engaging. Communicate important event details—like timing, venue space, and any special requests—so they can deliver the perfect performance for your audience.
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