Tyne and Wear, North East

Face & Body Painters for Hire in Sunderland

Face and body painters adding glitter, gems and themed designs to your guests, from Gatsby sparkle and painted masks to festival looks. Booked across Sunderland and Tyne and Wear, including South Shields and Gateshead.

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Living statues
Stilt walkers
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Aerialists
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Giant martini glass
Can-can
Mermaids
LED performers
Jazz & swing
Gatsby nights
Winter wonderland

Face & Body Painters in Sunderland at a glance

Booking face and body painters in Sunderland

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Tyne and Wear
Postcodes: DH4, DH5, SR1, SR2, SR3, SR4 +2
Location: 10 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne
Venues on our list nearby: 1
Largest nearby venue: Rainton Meadows Arena, up to 1500 guests

Booking face and body painters for a Sunderland event

Our Sunderland venue list covers 1 event venue and 1 hotel, and Rainton Meadows Arena can hold up to 1500 guests. We plan face and body painters around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.

We cover Sunderland itself and the DH4, DH5, SR1, SR2, SR3 and SR4 postcode districts, including Houghton-le-Spring, Penshaw, Shiney Row and Fence Houses, as well as nearby South Shields, Gateshead, Peterlee and Durham.

Mention skin sensitivities. Painters use cosmetic-grade products. Guests with sensitive skin can ask for a patch test or a lighter design.

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Themes

Face & Body Painters in a themed package

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How it works

Booking is easy

1
Tell us about your event
Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.
2
Get your line-up and quote
We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.
3
We bring the wow
We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.

The guide

Booking face and body painters in Sunderland: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books face and body painters in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, 10 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne, covering the DH4, DH5, SR1, SR2, SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR7 postcode districts. There are 1 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Rainton Meadows Arena for up to 1500 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.

Hand-picked
professional performers only
Fully themed
costumes styled to your event
Tyne and Wear
every postcode covered
Corporate ready
briefed to your run of show
Single act or package
mix and match freely
One clear quote
usually the same day

What can face and body painters do at an event?

Event face painters create quick, eye-catching designs for adults and children: glitter and gems, painted masks, festival looks, mermaid scales and winter frost. Body painters can also paint performers or models in full designs as a living centrepiece.

Face painting works as an interactive station where guests queue for a look, which suits family days, festivals and themed parties. For adult events, glitter bars and quick themed designs are the most popular choice.

Where it works best

Gatsby nights
Gold glitter and gems for flappers.
Festivals
Glitter bars and festival looks.
Brand activations
Logos and colours painted on guests.
Under-the-sea themes
Mermaid scales and shimmer.
Family fun days
Classic face painting for children.
Masquerade balls
Painted masks for guests without one.

Tips from our team

1
Choose quick designs
At busy events, simple designs keep the queue moving so more guests get a look.
2
Mention skin sensitivities
Painters use cosmetic-grade products. Guests with sensitive skin can ask for a patch test or a lighter design.
3
Give them a station
A table, two chairs, good light and access to water make a proper painting station.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Sunderland can host a large event?

On our list, Rainton Meadows Arena (up to 1500 guests) and Newcastle Marriott Hotel MetroCentre (up to 400 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan face and body painters around the space.

Do venues around Sunderland have rules for performers?

Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.

How much do face and body painters cost in Sunderland?

There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and Sunderland is 10 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Sunderland do you cover?

All of DH4, DH5, SR1, SR2, SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR7, including Houghton-le-Spring, Penshaw, Shiney Row, Fence Houses, Newbottle and Seaham, plus the rest of Tyne and Wear and nearby South Shields, Gateshead, Peterlee and Durham.

Are the paints safe for skin?

Painters use cosmetic-grade face and body paints designed for skin. Guests with sensitivities can ask the painter on the day.

How many guests can a painter see?

It depends on the designs. Quick glitter looks take a few minutes, detailed designs take longer. We advise on numbers.

Can a painter create a full body paint showpiece?

Yes. A painted performer or model can be prepared before the event as a living centrepiece.

How far ahead should we book?

As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.

Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?

Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.

Do you work with our venue and event team?

Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.

Still have questions?

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Local to Sunderland

Face & Body Painters across Sunderland and nearby

Postcodes we cover

We book face & body painters in Sunderland and every address in the DH4, DH5, SR1, SR2, SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR7 postcode districts, including Houghton-le-Spring, Penshaw, Shiney Row, Fence Houses, Newbottle, Seaham, Murton and Hetton-le-Hole. We also travel across Tyne and Wear and the rest of North East.

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Venues near Sunderland

2 venues on our list are in or near Sunderland, mostly event venues and hotels. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.