Face Painting & Event Entertainment On Location
Mia’s Magic provides face painting, glitter bars and creative activations for events.
Fast, visually strong designs ensure high throughput and interaction.
See our work on events below.
View our cases and experience at events
Our experience at events and festivals
At events, it’s all about speed, experience and flow. With our experience, we ensure visitors are helped quickly without compromising quality.
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100+ events delivered
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Up to 20 face painting designs per hour per artist
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Up to 25 glitter looks per hour
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Suitable for high visitor volumes
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Scalable with multiple artists
Selection of recent events
At every event, the balance between experience and flow is key. Visitors want to participate, without long waiting times.
That’s why we focus on fast, visually impactful activations such as face painting, glitter tattoos and face gems.
Below are examples of how we apply this approach.
KreaDoe Lentefestival – workshops & face gems
Event type: Creative festival / exhibition
Location: Jaarbeurs Utrecht
Target audience: Children and adults
Activation: Face gems, hair styling and workshops
Client goal: To offer visitors a creative, low-threshold activity that encourages interaction and engagement.
Result:
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±75 face gems made
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± 45 hair pieces made
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± 100 workshops give
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Continuous flow throughout the weekend
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Multiple activities running in parallel
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High visitor interaction and visibility
Why this worked: Fast and visually appealing activations attracted a constant stream of visitors and created strong engagement at the stand.
Liberation Festival – face painting & glitter tattoos
Event type: Festival
Location: Lelystad
Target audience: Children and families
Activation: Face painting & glitter tattoos
Client goal: To add extra experience without creating long waiting times.
Result:
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±150 children face painted
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±150 glitter tattoos applied
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Continuous flow during the event
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Average waiting time: ±10–15 minutes
Why this worked: The combination of fast face painting and glitter tattoos ensured high throughput and easy participation for visitors.
King’s Day – face painting & glitter tattoos
Event type: Public event
Location: Lelystad
Target audience: Children
Activation: Face painting & glitter tattoos
Client goal:To offer a fun and accessible activity for a wide audience.
Result:
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±125 children face painted
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±175 glitter tattoos applied
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Continuous flow throughout the event
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Average waiting time: ±10 minutes
Why this worked:
Quick designs combined with glitter tattoos allowed many visitors to participate without long waiting times.
De Waard – office opening & face painting
Event type: Corporate event
Location: Amsterdam
Target audience: Children & teenagers
Activation: Face painting
Client goal: To create interaction and atmosphere during the opening event.
Result:
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±50 guests face painted
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Continuous participation during the event
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High engagement among younger visitors
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Average waiting time: ±5–10 minutes
Why this worked: Face painting created a relaxed and interactive atmosphere, making it easier for guests to connect.
Kubus Lelystad – face painting workshops
Event type: Workshop / kids activity
Location: Lelystad
Target audience: Children (primary school)
Activation: Face painting workshops
Client goal: To introduce children to face painting in a structured and creative way.
Result:
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±60 children participated
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Structured setup for large groups
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Active participation from all children
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Visible results in a short time
Why this worked: The workshop matched the children’s level, allowing everyone to participate and quickly create their own designs.
Almere College – SFX makeup workshop
Event type: Workshop
Location: Kampen
Target audience: Teenagers
Activation: SFX / makeup workshop
Client goal: To stimulate creativity and self-expression.
Result:
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±30 students participated
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High engagement during the workshop
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Techniques applied directly
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Visible progress in a short time
Why this worked: Hands-on and visual techniques matched the interests of teenagers, keeping engagement high.
Whether it’s a festival, corporate event or workshop, successful activations are all about speed, visibility and interaction.
Thanks to our experience, we know exactly how to use face painting and creative entertainment to keep visitors engaged and make events feel vibrant.
Why organisers choose Mia’s Magic
Organisers choose Mia’s Magic for reliable, high-quality entertainment that combines visual impact with efficient visitor flow.
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High throughput (ideal for busy events and festivals)
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Visually strong designs that stand out on social media
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Professional and hygienic approach
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Use of biodegradable glitter and reusable materials
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Suitable for entertainment and brand activations
Suitable for events and brands
Our face painting and creative activations can be adapted to a wide range of events, audiences and locations.
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Festivals and public events
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Corporate events and openings
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Brand activations and campaigns
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Shopping centres and exhibitions
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Family events and kids activities
Looking to hire face painting or event entertainment?
Want to hire a face painter, book a glitter bar or create a unique activation for your event?
We’re happy to advise you on the best setup for your audience and visitor flow.
Frequently asked questions
How many people can you handle per hour?
On average, we serve 15–25 people per hour per artist.
Do you work at large events and festivals?
Yes, we are experienced with high visitor volumes and can scale with multiple artists.
Where do you operate?
We work throughout the Netherlands, mainly within 75 km of Lelystad.
What services do you offer?
Face painting, glitter bars, glitter tattoos, face gems and workshops.