HOW MUCH DOES A MAGICIAN COST?

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If you’re wondering how much a magician costs, you’ll quickly notice that magician prices in the UK can vary massively. A quick search for magician hire cost or magician prices can show anything from a couple of hundred pounds to well over a thousand.

That’s because not all magicians offer the same level of experience.

The cost of hiring a professional magician depends on several factors, including the magician’s experience, the type of event, performance style, event location, guest numbers, and how the entertainment fits into the flow of the day.

A wedding magician, corporate magician, or close-up magician working high-end events isn’t simply performing tricks. They’re managing atmosphere, engaging guests confidently, and making sure the entertainment feels natural, professional, and memorable.

This is why the price of a magician often reflects far more than just time spent performing.

To help set expectations, here’s a realistic overview of typical magician prices in the UK. These are general ranges and will vary depending on experience, reputation, and the type of event.

ENTRY-LEVEL MAGICIAN
£150 – £300
Often newer performers or hobbyists. Suitable for informal events, but usually limited in experience, structure, and guest management.

SEMI-PROFESSIONAL MAGICIAN
£300 – £600
More experience and confidence, often performing part-time or locally. A solid option for smaller private events, though performance style and consistency can vary.

PROFESSIONAL CLOSE-UP MAGICIAN
£600 – £1,000+
Experienced performers who regularly work weddings, corporate events, and private parties. This level focuses on audience engagement, event flow, and delivering a polished experience rather than just tricks.

PREMIUM / HIGH-END MAGICIAN
£1,200 – £2,000+
Established professionals working high-profile events, corporate functions, and premium private bookings. These experiences are tailored, confident, and designed to elevate the entire event.

Where a magician sits in these ranges usually comes down to experience, demand, and the quality of the overall experience they provide.

This section:

I sit firmly in the professional to premium range, based on experience, demand, and the level of performance delivered.

I’m a multi award-winning, full-time professional magician with 10 years of experience performing at weddings, corporate events, private parties, and high-end functions across the UK. I’m also a Member of The Magic Circle, and my work is built around modern close-up magic and mind reading that feels natural, confident, and engaging rather than staged or awkward.

Most clients book my Signature Close-Up Experience from £795. This is designed for events where atmosphere matters, guests expect quality, and the entertainment needs to fit seamlessly around the flow of the day.

For larger events, corporate functions, and clients looking for a more tailored experience, pricing typically falls between £1,295 and £1,995, depending on guest numbers, timings, and the level of personalisation required.

At this level, you’re not just paying for tricks. You’re booking experience, judgement, and the ability to read a room, engage guests confidently, and enhance the overall feel of the event without disrupting it.

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When you hire a professional magician at this level, you’re not just paying for time or a list of tricks.

You’re paying for experience, credibility, and the confidence that comes from doing this properly, week in, week out.

I’m a multi award-winning, full-time professional magician, a Member of The Magic Circle, Vice Chairman of the Sussex Magic Circle, and a member of Equity, with £10 million public liability insurance in place. Those credentials matter because they reflect standards, professionalism, and accountability, especially for weddings, corporate events, and larger private functions.

Alongside that, you’re paying for:

• Years of real-world performance experience across weddings, corporate events, and private parties
• The ability to read a room and adapt instantly to different guests and situations
• Entertainment that fits naturally around your event rather than interrupting it
• Confident interaction with guests of all ages and personalities
• A professional approach from first enquiry through to the end of the event
• Reliability, timing, and judgement built through consistent, high-level performance

At this level, the difference isn’t just what’s performed, but how it feels. Guests relax, moments land properly, and the entertainment becomes part of the event rather than something separate.

That’s what people remember. And that’s what they talk about afterwards.

A magician is often one of the most talked-about parts of an event, not because of a stage or a big setup, but because the moments happen right in front of people.

When it’s done properly, close-up magic breaks the ice, pulls groups together, and gives guests something to talk about instantly. It works during drinks receptions, between courses, and in those gaps where energy can dip.

The key difference isn’t whether you book a magician. It’s who you book.

A cheaper option might perform tricks.
A professional, experienced magician enhances the atmosphere, reads the room, and makes sure the entertainment feels natural rather than forced.

For many clients, that’s what makes the difference between an event people attend and an event people remember.

If you’re considering booking a magician and want entertainment that feels confident, polished, and right for your event, the next step is simply to check availability.

Most clients book my Signature Close-Up Experience from £795, with larger or more tailored bookings typically falling between £1,295 and £1,995.

If you’re unsure what’s right for your event, I’m happy to advise and point you in the right direction.

Dates are limited and many events are booked well in advance.