- Raleigh, NC
- Magician / Strolling/Close-up Magician
- Contact for pricing
India B. said
“A very sweet man with great tricks, my group loved him and everyone was in an uproar with the magic he did! ”
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92 Strolling/Close-up Magicians serving Raleigh, NC
- Raleigh, NC
- Magician / Strolling/Close-up Magician
- $250 – $750 per event
Mike said
“We could not have asked for a better experience with this mobile petting zoo! They brought a fantastic variety of healthy, happy animals and even set up an awesome bounce house that kept the kids... ”
Matt Marberry Comedy Magic
1 Verified booking- Raleigh, NC
- Comedy Magician / Strolling/Close-up Magician
- Contact for pricing
Your guests won’t just be amazed. They’ll be laughing from the moment the show begins. Matt Marberry blends quick wit, interactive comedy, and impossible...
- Garner, NC
- Magician / Strolling/Close-up Magician
- 5 miles from Raleigh
- Starts at $500
Mayuri P. said
“Kevin was great to work with and our attendees really enjoyed his magic tricks. Would definitely book again. ”
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Quick facts for Strolling/Close-up Magicians in Raleigh, NC
11,879 quotes sent
In the past year, Strolling/Close-up Magicians have sent 11,879 quotes to event planners.
24th most popular
Strolling/Close-up Magicians rank #24 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
5 out of 5 stars
There are 6,720 Strolling/Close-up Magician reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.
1.5 days on average to book
From request to booking, it takes 1.5 days (on average) to hire a Strolling/Close-up Magician.
Raleigh ranks #1
Raleigh is the most popular city for Strolling/Close-up Magicians requests in North Carolina.
Popular events
Strolling/Close-up Magicians are typically hired for Corporate Events, Christmas Parties, and Wedding Cocktail Hours in Raleigh, NC.
North Carolina ranks #14
North Carolina is the 14th most popular state for Strolling/Close-up Magicians requests in the United States.
Past events for Strolling/Close-up Magicians in Raleigh, NC
Wayne was a home run!
Strolling/Close-up Magician
5.0
October 11, 2025
2 hours
We're already thinking about ways to bring him back.
Event total
$300
Wayne Anderson Brought the Magic to Our Holiday Social
Strolling/Close-up Magician
5.0
December 3, 2025
1.5 hour
We had the pleasure of hosting magician Wayne Anderson at this year’s Holiday Social, and he was absolutely fantastic. Wayne was warm, engaging, and effortlessly made his way around the room, amazing our guests with close-up magic throughout the night. His finale card-trick performance was the perfect way to wrap up the evening — fun, memorable, and a great boost of energy to end the celebration. Highly recommend!
Event total
$250
Perfect for a large group event
Strolling/Close-up Magician
5.0
July 14, 2026
2 hours
We had Wayne come out as part of a large group event we were hosting. Wayne did an excellent job all night engaging with the guests, and he truly is the real deal! I still don't know how he guessed my card.
Our guests loved him, and it was great when we had downtime or waiting in line for food.
I would definitely use him again!
Event total
$200
About booking Strolling/Close-up Magicians in Raleigh, NC
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 Raleigh, North Carolina 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 Raleigh 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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Strolling/Close-up Magicians serving the Raleigh, NC area
These Strolling/Close-up Magicians serve the wider Raleigh and Wake county area and travel to Method, Flowers, Garner, Cary, Knightdale, Morrisville, Apex, Clayton, Willow Spring, Holly Springs, Rolesville, Wendell, Research Triangle Park, Wake Forest, Fuquay Varina, Light, New Hill, Zebulon, Youngsville, Angier, Durham, Wilsons Mills, Smithfield, and Selma.