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We’ve gathered average pricing for hiring Strolling/Close-up Magicians in Des Plaines, IL using data from quotes sent through GigSalad.
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In the past year, Strolling/Close-up Magicians have sent 11,809 quotes to event planners.
Strolling/Close-up Magicians rank #24 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
There are 6,710 Strolling/Close-up Magician reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.
From request to booking, it takes 1.5 days (on average) to hire a Strolling/Close-up Magician.
Des Plaines is the 13th most popular city for Strolling/Close-up Magicians requests in Illinois.
Strolling/Close-up Magicians are typically hired for Birthday Parties and Cocktail Parties in Des Plaines, IL.
Illinois is the 6th most popular state for Strolling/Close-up Magicians requests in the United States.
Strolling/Close-up Magician
5.0
July 31, 2026
1 hour
Strolling magic is a great way to engage guests at all types of events! These talented performers can move through crowds performing close-up magic and card tricks for small groups of guests at a time. Consider a walk-around magic show for your birthday party, trade show, corporate event, festival, or cocktail hour.
The cost of hiring a strolling magician in Des Plaines, Illinois will vary depending on the size of the event, how long you need them, and their skill level. Professional magicians who perform complex sleight-of-hand illusions with unique props may charge more than those who focus on more simple card tricks. Contact the local magic acts above to get a quote customized for your event.
While browsing profiles for Des Plaines close-up magicians, be sure to look at photos and watch videos of their performances. Then read reviews to see what it would be like to work with them. When talking with magicians, discuss important details like the expected guest count, the venue layout, the event schedule, and any other unique aspects of the event.
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These Strolling/Close-up Magicians serve the wider Des Plaines and Cook county area and travel to Park Ridge, Rosemont, Mount Prospect, Niles, Glenview, Elk Grove Village, Prospect Heights, Morton Grove, Glenview Nas, Schiller Park, Golf, Norridge, Harwood Heights, Bensenville, Arlington, Arlington Heights, Techny, Franklin Park, Wood Dale, Northfield, North Brook, Northbrook, Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Itasca, Wheeling, River Grove, Northlake, Lincolnwood, and Elmwood Park.