Business Details
42 Years
experience
Dallas' Premier Entertainment Agency Since 1984
Clowning Around has been delivering exceptional entertainment services in the Dallas-Fort Worth area since 1984. Founded by Tami Rachel with a single clown named Penelope, our company has grown into a multi-faceted entertainment agency serving diverse events including corporate functions, school programs, festivals, and private celebrations. Our team combines decades of experience with unique talents, featuring Guinness World Record holders, former Disney performers, and specialists in circus arts. We offer a comprehensive range of services including face painting, balloon artistry, stilt walking, and our innovative Solve-It! mobile mystery game.Our commitment to quality entertainment is demonstrated through our extensive client list, which includes major corporations, educational institutions, and entertainment venues across North Texas. We maintain rigorous standards for performer training and customer service, ensuring every event receives personalized attention. Our 40-year operational history reflects our dedication to creating memorable experiences through professional, reliable entertainment solutions.
Services
Face Painting
Balloon Artistry
Stilt Walking
Juggling Acts
Caricature Art
Holiday Characters
Airbrush Tattoos
Henna Artistry
Solve-It! Games
Fortune Telling
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- Established in 1984 with proven industry experience
- Offers 20+ unique entertainment options for all ages
- Provides customized solutions for corporate and private events
- Maintains 4.9+ average customer satisfaction rating
- Serves 50+ cities across the DFW metroplex
What people say
Amazing face painting
Talented balloon artists
Kept guests entertained
Professional performers
Memorable experience
Services
Face Painting
Our professional face painters transform guests into superheroes, princesses, and fantasy creatures using vibrant, safe paints. This popular activity creates memorable photo opportunities for children and adults at parties, festivals, and corporate events. Each design takes just minutes while providing lasting enjoyment.
Balloon Artistry
Skilled balloon artists create elaborate sculptures, hats, and toys from colorful latex balloons. This interactive entertainment engages guests of all ages at birthdays, weddings, and corporate functions. Each creation becomes a personalized keepsake while providing immediate visual appeal.
Stilt Walking
Professional stilt walkers in themed costumes add dramatic visual impact to events. These performers interact with guests, create photo opportunities, and enhance themed events with their elevated presence. Their distinctive appearance makes them ideal for parades and festivals.
Juggling Acts
Dynamic jugglers combine technical skill with comedy for engaging performances. Available with standard props or LED/glow equipment for night events, these entertainers work in various settings from intimate parties to large corporate functions.
Solve-It! Games
Our interactive puzzle cubes and hand maze challenges provide team-building entertainment for corporate events. These portable games test dexterity and problem-solving skills through magnetic puzzles and mechanical mazes designed for quick, engaging play sessions.
People
Tami Rachel
Owner, CEO
Founder of Clowning Around since 1984, Tami started with one clown and developed the company into a premier DFW entertainment agency. She oversees operations and maintains quality standards across all services.
David Briggs
Managing Partner
Known as Bender the balloon artist, David joined in 1993 and expanded his skills to include juggling and stilt walking. He manages performer training and develops new entertainment concepts for the company.
Questions
What entertainment options are available for corporate events?
We offer team-building games like Solve-It! puzzles, interactive performers, and customized entertainment packages for corporate functions.
Do you provide entertainment for adult-only events?
Yes, we offer magic shows, fortune tellers, and sophisticated performers suitable for adult audiences and corporate gatherings.
What areas do you service beyond Dallas?
We serve all DFW metroplex cities including Fort Worth, Plano, Richardson, Frisco, and McKinney with reliable coverage.
Can you accommodate last-minute bookings?
Contact us directly to check availability for urgent requests - we often accommodate short-notice events when possible.
What safety measures do performers follow?
Our entertainers maintain professional standards with background checks, safety protocols, and appropriate insurance coverage.
Do you offer seasonal entertainment options?
Yes, we provide Santa visits, Easter Bunny appearances, Halloween characters, and holiday-themed performers throughout the year.
