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Face & Body Painters for Hire in York

Face and body painters adding glitter, gems and themed designs to your guests, from Gatsby sparkle and painted masks to festival looks. Available for York, 22 miles north-east of Leeds, and every postcode in North Yorkshire.

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Face & Body Painters in York at a glance

Booking face and body painters in York

WowActs books face and body painters in York, North Yorkshire, 22 miles north-east of Leeds, covering the YO1, YO10, YO19, YO23, YO24, YO26, YO30 and YO31 and nearby postcode districts.

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County
North Yorkshire
Postcodes
YO1, YO10, YO19, YO23, YO24, YO26 +4
Location
22 miles north-east of Leeds

York venues and face and body painters

York sits in North Yorkshire, 22 miles north-east of Leeds. Whether your event is in a hotel, a marquee or your own garden, we plan face and body painters around the space, the timings and the guests.

York is 22 miles north-east of Leeds, and we book face and body painters into every part of Yorkshire, from Upper Poppleton, Nether Poppleton and Tockwith outwards.

A tip for York bookings: a table, two chairs, good light and access to water make a proper painting station.

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How it works

Booking is easy

  1. 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. 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. 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 York: the complete guide

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The short answer

WowActs books face and body painters in York, North Yorkshire, 22 miles north-east of Leeds, covering the YO1, YO10, YO19, YO23, YO24, YO26, YO30 and YO31 and nearby postcode districts. 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

  • North Yorkshire

    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

  • Brand activations

    Logos and colours painted on guests.

  • Gatsby nights

    Gold glitter and gems for flappers.

  • Under-the-sea themes

    Mermaid scales and shimmer.

  • Masquerade balls

    Painted masks for guests without one.

  • Family fun days

    Classic face painting for children.

  • Festivals

    Glitter bars and festival looks.

Tips from our team

  1. 1

    Choose quick designs

    At busy events, simple designs keep the queue moving so more guests get a look.

  2. 2

    Give them a station

    A table, two chairs, good light and access to water make a proper painting station.

  3. 3

    Mention skin sensitivities

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

Frequently asked questions

Do venues around York 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 York?

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 York is 22 miles north-east of Leeds. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around York do you cover?

All of YO1, YO10, YO19, YO23, YO24, YO26, YO30, YO31, YO32 and YO90, including Upper Poppleton, Nether Poppleton, Tockwith, Green Hammerton, Huntington and Haxby, plus the rest of North Yorkshire and nearby Tadcaster, Sheriff Hutton, Easingwold and Pocklington.

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?

Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.

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Local to York

Face & Body Painters across York and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • YO1
  • YO10
  • YO19
  • YO23
  • YO24
  • YO26
  • YO30
  • YO31
  • YO32
  • YO90

We book face & body painters in York and every address in the YO1, YO10, YO19, YO23, YO24, YO26, YO30, YO31, YO32 and YO90 postcode districts, including Upper Poppleton, Nether Poppleton, Tockwith, Green Hammerton, Huntington, Haxby, Strensall and New Earswick. We also travel across North Yorkshire and the rest of Yorkshire.

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Venues near York

We cover every venue in and around York, from hotels, conference centres and country houses to marquees, offices and private homes. Tell us where your event is and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers.

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