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Jon Pessin, Licensed Goof-Off Reviews

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  • Avg 5.0 | 32 Reviews
  • Balloon Twister from Libertyville, IL
  • 63 Verified Bookings
  • Starting at $175 per hour

32 Reviews for Jon Pessin, Licensed Goof-Off

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Review by Hollie H.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on April 4, 2026•From Barrington, IL

Jon was professional and fantastic with the kids. I would recommend him for your event!

Review by Victoria H.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 25, 2025•From Arlington Heights, IL

Santa Jon- was in touch and let me know of his arrival time. Also asked if he would be handing out gifts or if he would be coming back that night. He then gave a plausible explanation to the kids why he could stop in and read them a story with a CHARMING ENGLISH accent that was so soft and kind. We took pictures and away he went on his sleigh back to the North Pole

Review by Tanya C.

Event•Reviewed on February 4, 2025•From Zion, IL

Mr. Pessin is very professional and the kids had a wonderful time.

Review by Sammy M.

Event•Reviewed on December 23, 2024•From Waukesha, WI

Jon was very communicative prior to and during the scheduled event. He also greeted each of our employees and guests in character with a jolly attitude even after his long commute to our business!

Review by Julie B.

Celebration•Reviewed on December 22, 2024•From Chicago, IL

Jon was an excellent Santa! We were very impressed and thankful we hired him for our event!

Review by Amanda F.

Corporate Function•Reviewed on December 19, 2024•From Rolling Meadows, IL

Jon was incredible. He came to our office as Santa. He remained in character the entire time, created balloon animals, joked around with the employees, and even sang a song or 2. He was absolutely amazing!

Review by Peggy C.

Family Reunion•Reviewed on December 26, 2023•From Kenosha, WI

He was wonderful! He was professional and interactions with all family members were appropriate. Thank you!

Review by Tanya C.

Event•Reviewed on December 20, 2023•From Zion, IL

Review by Lindsey L.

Corporate Function•Reviewed on December 18, 2023•From Milwaukee, WI

Review by Beatrice M.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 15, 2023•From Berwyn, IL

Jon had a great personality. I loved how he dressed as Santa Claus a little differently. The kids loved him and loved his accent. The real beard was a definite plus. Would absolutely hire him again

Review by Denise N.

Celebration•Reviewed on November 26, 2023•From Antioch, IL

Jon was wonderful! Would definitely recommend him. Great to work with and very professional

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Denise, Thank you very much! Please reach back out next year if you'd like another visit. I'd be happy to be Santa for you and your family again!

Review by katherine b.

Celebration•Reviewed on July 14, 2014•From North Chicago, IL

• Upon his arrival he immediately began to approach the children and create balloon hats for all • Very friendly and accommodating • Never sat down continued to approach both adults and children during the whole time • Mr. Pessin had a very friendly and gentle appearance which enabled the children to approach him with their requests without intimidation • To sum up my perception of Mr. Pessin is that he was professional ,punctual , accommodating, friendly , great with the children and talented.

Review by Dawn R.

Private Party•Reviewed on January 8, 2015•From Trevor, WI

Jon was professional, on time, went out of his way to pick up deposit. Kids loved his added skill of balloonist. He completed the job to my specific requests. He's awesome at what he does.

Review by Elizabeth M.

Anniversary Party•Reviewed on September 11, 2016•From Libertyville, IL

Review by joe s.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 4, 2016•From North Chicago, IL

Review by Toni P.

Community Event•Reviewed on September 11, 2016•From Arlington Heights, IL

The kids really enjoyed Jon's talent at balloon twisting. A few disappointed kids under the age of 3 - as Jon's contract states he cannot provide balloons for children under age 3.

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Toni, Thank you for the review. I'm sorry that some of the children were upset that I couldn't give them balloons, but my age limits are set for their safety. Children under the age of 3 can sometimes chew on the balloons, pop them, and be injured or choke on the fragments. I do try to be clear with the parents about who I am and am not able to share my balloons with, but sometimes misunderstandings happen. Hopefully the event was still a success! Have a wonderful day. Regards, Jon Pessin Balloonatic & Licensed Goof-Off.

Review by Lynn K.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on February 11, 2020•From Milwaukee, WI

Jon was Santa Claus for our Christmas party, and he was WONDERFUL! He was extremely flexible, warm, and good with the kids... and he could SING! He came in singing and he left singing Christmas songs. We will definitely be booking him again!

Review by Kayla R.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 2, 2019•From Addison, IL

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Kayla, Thank you! I enjoyed the event immensely. I look forward to working with you again!

Review by Paul J.

Birthday Party (Kids)•Reviewed on July 14, 2019•From Fox Lake, IL

He kept the kids laughing and every kid got multiple balloon from animals to swords and hats

Review by mike c.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on January 7, 2019•From Libertyville, IL

He was great. Could not be better.

Review by Catherine A.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 30, 2018•From Northbrook, IL

Jon did a great job! He really WAS Santa to my believing kids. He handled the kid and adult crowd like a true professional. If you’re looking for a Santa...Jon is your guy.

Review by Lauren R.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 23, 2018•From Elmhurst, IL

Jon was great! He was very accommodating and we all had a great time with him. Will definitely hire him again in the future

Review by Shannon M.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 9, 2018•From Arlington Heights, IL

We had some issues and had to change the venue at the last minute (twice) and Jon was so cooperative, he made a difficult situation much easier! The kids loves him and my daughter is still talking about him today!

Review by Stacy M.

Private Party•Reviewed on February 19, 2018•From Libertyville, IL

Jon did great and the entire family was surprised and so excited! Highly recommend.

Review by Jill I.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 26, 2017•From Saint Charles, IL

He was wonderful. The kids in our family loved this Santa. The parents, Grandparents and Great GrandParents loved this Santa. Even the young people 13 to 22 loved this Santa. Everyone had a great time. Thank You, Santa.