Making Every Event
Magical & Memorable!
Professional face painting, balloon twisting, magical character performers, bubble shows & so much more. Serving Wellington, Kapiti and the Hutt.
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Professional face painting, balloon twisting, magical character performers, bubble shows & so much more. Serving Wellington, Kapiti and the Hutt.
From colourful faces to soaring bubbles, every service is designed to create pure childhood wonder.
Celebrate your beautiful pregnancy with whimsical, personalised baby bump art. Adorable, hilarious or classic — a delightful keepsake for this precious time.
From $46 inc. GST
Our master balloon artisans twist ordinary balloons into extraordinary sculptures — animals, swords, crowns, flowers and more that defy gravity and ignite joy!
From $138 inc. GST
Elsa, Anna, Moana, Belle, Spider-Man, Wednesday, Cinderella & more! Royal meet & greets, singing, dancing, games and pampering activities included.
From $287.50 inc. GST
Juggling balls, playdough, sock puppets, magic wands, rock painting, pop-up cards, paper plate animals & more. A world where imagination meets craftsmanship!
From $230 inc. GST
Transform little faces into living masterpieces with vibrant, safe, professional-grade paints and glitter. Birthday bashes, fairs, corporate events — we do it all!
From $115 inc. GST
Mesmerizing giant bubbles that float, dance and captivate young hearts! Bubbles as big as your dreams — complete with a hands-on workshop. 1 Hour show.
From $149.50 inc. GST
Turn your kiddos into walking constellations! Shimmering designs that sparkle like stardust on arms, shoulders. Up to 20 kids in 1 hour.
From $143 inc. GST
Mini and maxi braids woven with charm! Tie-in extensions for all ages. Perfect party favour activity. Basic braids from $10, full braids from $15 per piece.
From $11.50 inc. GSTCombine your favourite services for even more fun — travel included in all packages!
1 hour of pure magic! One of our amazing princess or superhero characters at your party, with everything included.
Double the magic! Two characters — Elsa & Anna, Spider-Man & Spider-Gwen, Moana & Mirabel — your dream duo!
The classic party combo! Face painting and balloon twisting together for non-stop entertainment.
Twist and float — balloons and a giant bubble show in one magical package!
Faces painted while bubbles dance — a wonderful combination of creativity and wonder!
Face painting AND glitter tattoos — double the sparkle for your little ones!
Our talented performers bring your child's favourite characters to life — singing, dancing, games and magical moments that last a lifetime.
Each of our talented team members specialises in specific characters — click any photo to see it larger!
Clear, honest pricing with no surprises. All prices shown below are excluding GST & travel (unless noted). See packages for all-inclusive options.
| Duration | 1 Painter | 2 Painters |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Hour | $100 ~13 faces | $200 ~23 faces |
| 1.5 Hours | $150 ~18 faces | $300 ~33 faces |
| 2 Hours | $200 ~25 faces | $400 ~45 faces |
| 2.5 Hours | $250 ~30 faces | $500 ~55 faces |
| 3 Hours | $300 ~40 faces | $600 ~70 faces |
Travel fees ensure we can reach your event on time with all equipment and supplies. Fees are based on distance from Tawa, Wellington.
Hutt City: Horokiwi, Korokoro, Petone, Alicetown, Maungaraki, Ava, Melling, Normandale, Harbour View, Tirohanga, Boulcott, CBD, Woburn, Moera, Waiwhetu, Gracefield, Seaview, Wainuiomata, Glendale, The Bays, Eastbourne, Days Bay, Muritai, Waterloo, Fairfield, Naenae, Epuni, Belmont, Avalon, Kelson, Taita, Manor Park.
At Making Faces NZ Entertainment, we create unforgettable moments where creativity meets wonder. Founded in Wellington by mum-of-three Tina — whose children became her earliest (and most wiggly!) canvases — this business blossomed from playful beginnings into a vibrant team of artists and entertainers.
In 2017, Tina trained professionally in face painting, sharpening her craft and igniting a vision. Today, Making Faces NZ Entertainment is Wellington's most loved children's entertainment company, known for turning ordinary events into extraordinary experiences.
Whether we're painting a superhero, twisting a balloon unicorn, or making bubbles dance, our favourite moment is always the big reveal — watching eyes light up in pure delight. 🎨✨
Browse our galleries — face painting masterpieces and beautiful baby bump art, all created by our talented Wellington team.
By Tina, Jemma, Rafaela, Harley, Jen, Rylee, Vega, Anja & Helen — click any image to enlarge
Beautiful maternity belly art by Tina and Jemma — click any image to enlarge
Come and see us in action at these upcoming public events — face painting and family fun!
Every Saturday & Sunday, 12 Noon – 2pm, Wellington CBD.
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Stylish, safe and fun tie-in hair attachments for kids of all ages. Order online and have them posted to you!
Single braid amidst plain hair — simple, charming and perfect for little ones. Attached to a ponytail for a subtle touch of texture. Colours may vary, ask us for more pictures!
Fully braided mini braids with intricately woven strands throughout. Integrated into a ponytail for texture and elegance. Ideal for little ones. Colours may vary!
Larger braids for bigger kids (6+). A single braid adding subtle charm to any hairstyle. Colours may vary!
Full braided maxi braids for bigger kids (6+). Intricately woven throughout, seamlessly blending charm into any ponytail style. Colours may vary!
Choose from: Rainbow full braid, Purple/Pink bubbles, Pink/Blue bubbles, or wavy tie-ins. Limited special offer!
Unicorn hair with flowers and band! Colours and flowers may vary — ask us for more pictures. Magical and fun for every little unicorn lover.
Email us with your order details and we'll sort the rest. Postage available NZ-wide!
Don't just take our word for it — here's what real Wellington families think of Making Faces NZ Entertainment!
Moana (Jess) came to my daughter's 6th party. It really was magical. She was in character from beginning to end — kids went home putting shells under their pillows for good dreams. One kid is still curious about where she parked her boat! 😄
Our face painter from Making Faces was AMAZING at our 5-year-old's party. Huge repertoire of art and even made an axolotl request look absolutely cute. Patient, caring, and I'd book her again in a heartbeat!
We had the lovely Caitlyn — whoops, I mean Elsa — at my daughter's 4th birthday. She sang, played party games, made snowflakes and finished with an epic dance party. The kids had an AMAZING time!
Having Harley as a face painter at my daughter's fifth birthday absolutely made the party. Great communication, on time, perfect service, gorgeous face painting, the kids were so happy. 10/10 — thank you!
We had Tina come up the Kapiti Coast for our little girl's 2nd birthday. She did such a great job that lots of adults got their faces painted too! Arrived exactly on time, worked efficiently, lovely to deal with. Highly recommend!
Making Faces came to our home for my daughter's 4th birthday — a perfect special touch. Jemma was lovely and very talented, great with mixed-aged children. Can't wait to plan another party with them!
We use only professional-grade, hypoallergenic, non-toxic face paints and glitters that are cosmetic-grade and safe for children. All equipment is sanitised between use.
Our artists are professional and experienced in working with children of all ages. We carry insurance and maintain high health and safety standards at every event.
A 30% deposit is non-refundable and required to secure your booking date. Without the deposit, we cannot guarantee your spot.
The balance is due 5 days before your event. Bookings made within 5 days require full payment. Cancellations after payment are subject to our standard terms. Please contact us if you need to reschedule.
We are based in Tawa and Porirua, Wellington, and travel is included for bookings in these areas. We happily travel further across the Wellington region.
Travel charges apply outside our base area at approximately $1 per km. All Party Combo packages include travel at no extra charge! Contact us for a custom quote.
Book easily via our online booking form. We accept payment plans for larger bookings, and offer discounts for not-for-profit and fundraising events.
Custom pricing is available for commissioned paintings and special requests. Have an unusual idea? Just ask — we love a creative challenge!
We'd love to be part of your special celebration! Reach out to us via any of the channels below, or jump straight to our booking form to secure your date.
Secure your date with our easy online booking form. We get booked up fast — especially on weekends! A 30% deposit holds your spot.
📋 Complete Booking Form📍 Based in Tawa & Porirua, Wellington NZ
Travel included in our area · $1/km beyond