Hire a close-up magician to create unforgettable moments with impressive sleight-of-hand magic. Find strolling magicians for hire near you, with profiles, pricing, and FAQs to help you book with confidence.
On average, professional strolling magicians cost $300-$400. The exact price will vary depending on your location, how long you need them to perform, and their skill level. Strolling magicians who can do more advanced close-up magic may charge more than those who perform quick, simple card tricks.
On GigSalad, magicians are most commonly booked for one hour. However, most performers can work with you to accommodate whatever is needed for your event. If you do hire a magician for longer than an hour, be sure to schedule breaks for them.
Strolling magicians focus on close-up magic and sleight-of-hand tricks for small groups of people. Some magicians will stroll while others will prefer to set up at a small table and let guests stroll to them as they mingle. These talented performers manipulate things like playing cards, coins, sponge balls, and other unique objects while using misdirection and comedy to keep their audience engaged.
Magicians will generally bring everything they need for their performances. You just need to provide them with the space to work their magic! If your magician would rather be stationary and let guests come to them, you might want to provide a table. Though even then, many magicians will have their own magic box or stand to perform at.
Discuss the layout of the venue and the schedule of your event with your magician in advance so they know what they need to perform an amazing show!
Strolling magic and sleight-of-hand tricks are great for all types of events where the audience will be mingling or moving leisurely through the venue. Close-up magicians are a fun option for birthday parties, wedding receptions, cocktail hours, festivals, and holiday celebrations. Walk-around magic can also be a great ice-breaker activity for company meetings, trade shows, and corporate events.
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Close-up magic is a fun and unique way to engage audiences at all types of events. From birthday parties and festivals to corporate events and trade shows, these talented strolling magicians are sure to shock and amaze your guests. Choose your location to find top-rated strolling/close-up magicians for your special event!
When booking a magician, take the time to browse profiles to see photos and watch videos of their performances to make sure they’d be a good fit for your event. Then read reviews from past clients to see what it would be like to work with them. Once you find a magician you want to hire, get all the details in writing with a contract or booking agreement. When you book on GigSalad, your payments are handled through our secure site and are protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee.
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