Hire Face Painter in Darlington

Hiring a face painter for kids' parties has become a must-entertainment option. We've partnered with some of the best face painters in Darlington, who can deliver a wide variety of styles and will transform kids into their favorite animals or characters.Read more

Best Face Painters in Darlington

Bring a splash of colour and endless smiles to your next celebration with Darlington’s best face painters for hire! We’ve got 19 fantastic face painting artists ready to transform little (and big!) guests into anything from fierce tigers to magical unicorns. Perfect for birthday parties, school fetes, or any family-friendly event, our artists use only the best, skin-safe paints. Dive in and find the perfect creative talent for your event today.

Every face painter in this hand-picked selection has been thoroughly vetted by our team, ensuring top-tier talent, safe practices, and a stellar reputation based on their service quality and booking history.
The average price for hiring a face painter in Darlington is around £226 per event, with costs varying depending on the duration of hire, the complexity of designs, and the number of guests.
Our Darlington-based face painters have collectively brought joy to 160 events, gathering 49 verified reviews with an impressive average rating of 4.86* out of 5*.

Tailored Facepainting & Glitter for Every Occasion

5.0(4 reviews)

• 4 bookings

Tailored Facepainting & Glitter for Every Occasion

Unlock Your Sparkle: Face Painting, Glitter Tattoos , Festival Designs, Glitter Bar. Face painting isn't limited to kids! From corporate to family events, individual work to festivals.

from £120 / event

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Reviews for Best Face Painters in Darlington

Read verified reviews from real clients, who booked with Poptop in Darlington

Faye Elvin21 Jul 2025

Hazel was INCREDIBLE!! She was kind, friendly, brilliant with communications and created some beautiful designs. Thank you so much ❤️

Sidumiso Sibanda17 Nov 2024

KDiva was quite easy to work with - very rspsonsive prior to booking, accommodating of our requests, shared information in a timely manner, punctual on the day, efficient with the children, and friendly with the parents. The children loved their face painting - she was the highlight of the party!

Erika Acevedo29 Aug 2024

Joey was amazing, she did the hair extensions and the face painting at my daughter’s 7th birthday and all our guest were super happy (7-8 year old girls). Very very professional and lovely. Thank you again Joey :)

Lucy2 Sep 2024

Wow stunning Mika was on time professional kids absolutely loved her,the details in the face paints was unreal very talented Lady would highly recommend Mika for any event thanks mika

Christopher Milsom9 Mar 2024

Ashley was absolutely terrific. Beautiful facepainting which the kids loved and lovely natural paints which came off without a hitch in time for school! Thanks so much!!! Chris

Nicky17 Nov 2018

So impressed with the quality, creativeness and detail of the face painting. Booked for my sons 5th birthday and the children all loved their designs. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend or book again.

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Face Painting with Hyper-Allergenic Paints

5.0(24 reviews)

• 22 bookings

Face Painting with Hyper-Allergenic Paints

I am a reliable and experienced face painter. I'm available for events, parties, promotions, openings, theme nights, etc. Fully CRB checked with relevant insurance.

from £110 / event

5.0(1 review)

• 1 booking

A Colourful World of Face Painting

Face painting is a vibrant expression of creativity, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. With just a few brushstrokes, it turns faces into living canvases, bringing joy

from £60 / event

5.0(8 reviews)

Professional, Creative & High Quaility Face Painting

When you sit in my chair you can be whatever you want to be, from Spiderman to a fluttering butterfly, Crazy Faces can create magical and memorable faces for all ages.

from £150 / event

High Quality, Professional & Fast Face Painting

5.0(9 reviews)

• 5 bookings

High Quality, Professional & Fast Face Painting

Award-winning Face & Body Painter providing high quality, professional and fast face painting. We can also provide a team of professional artists for larger events.

from £150 / event

Bright & Beautiful Face Painting & Temporary Tattoos

5.0(4 reviews)

• 1 booking

Bright & Beautiful Face Painting & Temporary Tattoos

Face paint and body arts - with decades of experience, an array of options to choose from, we know we can provide the best experience for your event. 🥳 🎉

from £110 / event

PUPPETS AND MAGIC WITH STATE OF THE ART PUPPETS

5.0(7 reviews)

• 4 bookings

PUPPETS AND MAGIC WITH STATE OF THE ART PUPPETS

Memory-making parties for the whole family to enjoy with over 30 years of experience with state-of-the-art puppets, magic, and fun!

from £160 / event

Shimmer & Shine with The Glitter Artist's Touch

5.0(4 reviews)

• 5 bookings

Shimmer & Shine with The Glitter Artist's Touch

Our glitter art service creates magical moments with fun, personalised designs. Using high-quality glitter, we transform kids into sparkling masterpieces, making every event unforgettable!

from £250 / event

5.0(4 reviews)

• 5 bookings

Magical Face Canvas Creations

Transforming smiles with colour and creativity—our face painting brings imagination to life, making every visit magical, memorable, and photo-ready!

from £250 / event

No reviews yet • 1 booking

Quality Face Painting with Professional Paint Station

TikTok Artist offering professional Face Painting, glitter, gems, and Festival Hair. I love to attend to Birthday Parties, corporate events and festivals.

from £150 / event

5.0(12 reviews)

• 40 bookings

Colourful & Friendly Face Painter

Experienced and friendly facepainter who can create anything from fast, simple patterns to more detailed designs perfect for any children's party or corporate event, able to work with themes

from £140 / event

Glitter Artist To Make Your Guests Sparkle

5.0(12 reviews)

• 40 bookings

Glitter Artist To Make Your Guests Sparkle

Glitter artists are the perfect addition to any event in need of sparkle! We create beautiful designs for guests from hair, face, and body glitter with shimmering gold foil tattoos and gems.

from £140 / event

Let Joy Bring The Joy with Face Painting For Any Event

5.0(10 reviews)

• 21 bookings

Let Joy Bring The Joy with Face Painting For Any Event

Make your event extra special with fun, colourful face painting! From superheroes to princesses, I bring creativity and joy to every occasion. Book now for a magical experience.

from £200 / event

Magical, Colourful Facepainting to Brighten Up Your Event

5.0(14 reviews)

• 29 bookings

Magical, Colourful Facepainting to Brighten Up Your Event

Get ready to turn heads and light up the room ✨ Eye-catching designs that wow your guests and photograph beautifully.

from £120 / event

Bring Sparkle To Your Event With Our Glitter Festival Station

5.0(7 reviews)

• 16 bookings

Bring Sparkle To Your Event With Our Glitter Festival Station

Add sparkle to your event with our Festival Glitter Station! Eco-friendly, vibrant, and fun, we create dazzling designs that leave your guests glowing and unforgettable.

from £150 / event

Unique & Colourful Face Painting For Kids

5.0(6 reviews)

• 16 bookings

Unique & Colourful Face Painting For Kids

Lots of colours and designs for all guests! Lots of little extras to add on also complementary, glitter, gems and sequins.

from £120 / event

Marvellous Magic Show & Funtastic Face Painting

4.9(69 reviews)

• 197 bookings

Marvellous Magic Show & Funtastic Face Painting

This package is designed to stand out and give you the chance to be different, with Magic, Facepainting and Balloon modelling it can fit in any event birthdays, weddings and christenings.

from £180 / event

Fun & Inspiring Face Painting & Balloon Modelling Party

4.9(69 reviews)

• 197 bookings

Fun & Inspiring Face Painting & Balloon Modelling Party

Something for fetes, parties, weddings, or just for fun 1 summer day we will come to you and share our hard-earned skills with everyone at your event

from £170 / event

Professional Face Painting, Creative, Unique & Original

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Professional Face Painting, Creative, Unique & Original

🎉 New to Poptop

Award-winning face painter with over 20 years of experience. Creating elegant, high-quality designs for events, celebrations, and special occasions across the North East of England. I love to bring a unique and colourful service that is popular with children and adults alike!

About supplier

I’m Linzi and have over 2 decades in the face painting and SFX makeup industry. I’m passionate about makeup and creating looks that inspire creativity and fun in children and adults alike.

from £95 / event

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