Emcees for hire near me

Hire an emcee to keep the energy high and the event running smoothly. Find emcees for hire near you, with profiles, pricing, and FAQs to help you book with confidence.

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FAQ about hiring an Emcee

On average, a professional emcee costs $300-$500. The exact price will vary depending on your location, the length and complexity of the performance, and their experience level.

An emcee is a great addition to almost any event. If you are hosting an event that involves any sort of presentation such as an award ceremony, birthday roast, fundraiser, game show night, or corporate event an emcee will keep things moving while entertaining and engaging guests.

It’s important to book your emcee as early in the planning process as possible. Many emcees book out months and even years in advance. The early you hire your emcee the more time they have to prepare and perfect their performance.

An emcee will help take the pressure off hosting an event by providing top-rated service and taking care of any presentations. This ensures your event moves forward smoothly and goes as planned. They will help keep your guests engaged and entertained while managing the pace and timing of your event.

An emcee will act as a master of ceremonies and manage the timing and pacing of your event by handling any presentations and guest engagement. They will entertain guests with humor, stories, and quick wit while ensuring the event runs as smoothly as possible.

Emcees around the U.S. and Canada

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Joe Cummings - Best Emcee / Host & Auctioneer - Emcee in Los Angeles, CA

Joe Cummings - Best Emcee / Host & Auctioneer

5.0 (29)
Top Performer
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Emcee
  • $500 and up
  • 32 Verified bookings

Pala said “Joe was awesome, he made it live and sounded very clear on the mic throughout the whole casino floor. Guests and team members loved him and had many great compliments for him. We will definitely use... ”
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HahaCinto - Emcee in Houston, TX

HahaCinto

5.0 (3)
  • Houston, TX
  • Emcee
  • Contact for rates
  • 4 Verified bookings

Ashley C. said “HahaCinto did an amazing job at our company event impersonating the Grinch! Everyone LOVED him! We cannot wait to have him back during Christmas time. ”
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Jeff Houghton - Emcee in Anaheim, CA

Jeff Houghton

5.0 (5)
  • Anaheim, CA
  • Emcee
  • $3,000-15,000
  • 9 Verified bookings

Linda R. said “We had the absolute pleasure of working with Jeff Houghton for a retirement roast honoring a beloved physician, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with how the event turned out! From start to finish,... ”
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Vancouver MC - Emcee in Port Coquitlam, BC

Vancouver MC

5.0 (1)
  • Port Coquitlam, BC
  • Emcee
  • $500-2500

Nicole S. said “Mike is a charismatic emcee. He was able to interact with a room filled with a diverse audience and keep them all engaged. Adaptable and professional with a quick wit. He will certainly be the... ”
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Why book Emcees

Booking an emcee is a great way to liven up all types of events. Help keep your event organized while entertaining guests at your birthday party, corporate event, fundraiser, or dinner party with a charming and captivating emcee. Emcees are especially great for award shows and fundraisers. Choose your location to find a local emcee for your special event!

When hiring an emcee, take the time to browse profiles for photos and videos to see their hosting services in action. Then read reviews from past clients to see what it would be like to work with them. Once you find the perfect vendor, get a contract or booking agreement and make sure all the details are covered. When you book on GigSalad, your payment is processed securely through the site and is protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee.

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Emcee pricing

The best way to get accurate pricing is to request free, personalized quotes from Emcees near you.

To give you a ballpark, we’ve used past GigSalad quotes to get average nationwide pricing for hiring an Emcee.

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