Doug Welch, Magician
Watch the ball closely!
Mystifying with ordinary stuff.
Classic Magic with a modern twist!
Family fun at a Blue & Gold dinner.
Baffling stories from around the world!
A special guest appearance at your Birthday Party
More surprises!!
Lots of giggles!
Just 'Doing Nothing'...
The 'Long and the Short of it' !
At the Festival
On The Street
Fairs, festivals and carnivals
Overview
Family entertainment with large doses of mystifying magic and hilarious comedy that can be tailored to your event and venue! From the most intimate close-up to the stage, Doug's magic will entertain any size group. His show can be themed with special messages for corporate gatherings, holidays, birthdays, schools or any occasion. With over 50 years of experience, he is sure to bring a memorable magic touch to your event!
Reviews
48 reviews
Lucas C.
April 27, 2026Great performer
I hired Doug Welch to perform at my brother’s 40th birthday, and he was fantastic. The show was the perfect length, his rates were very reasonable, and he did a great job tailoring the performance to our group. Everyone had a great time, I’d certainly recommend him.
Hired as: Comedy Magician, Magician
Doug Welch, Magician
We had so much fun! It was an honor to be part your celebration and you made me feel like part of the family. Thank you for inviting me. I hope you have many more wonderful family gatherings in the future. ... And the sandwiches hit the spot - thanks Mom!
Anne P.
December 9, 2025Great performer for a kids birthday!
Doug was a great addition to our 5 year old's birthday party! He was so friendly and engaging and the kids were rapt (as were there parents). Highly recommend.
Hired as: Children’s Party Magician
Doug Welch, Magician
Thank you! Glad I could be part of your special day. It was great fun!
Jack W.
November 20, 2025Doug was amazing and kind!
Doug put on a great show for our group and was incredibly professional and kind. I would highly recommend.
Hired as: Corporate Magician
Doug Welch, Magician
Thank you Jack. Your group was so much fun to entertain, I had a blast! Call me anytime!
Virginia S.
July 28, 2025Life of the party!
Doug's entertainment was the highlight of the party for the children and adults! Received so many compliments and reviews of wonder about his magicians performance. My daughter was quick to respond that this was her favorite birthday party yet and that it was because of Doug! Thank you so much!
Hired as: Children’s Party Magician, Comedy Magician
Doug Welch, Magician
Thank you for inviting me to be part of your daughter's party. She is such a sweet young lady! I had a great time meeting and performing for your family and friends. I'm so glad we decided to stay inside with the air conditioning on such a hot day. Call me anytime!
Maureen B.
July 28, 2025Great Event Magician
Doug was great with our local families! We heard awesome feedback and appreciate his time and efforts on such a hot day.
Hired as: Magician, Strolling/Close-up Magician
Doug Welch, Magician
Thank you and your crew for all the set-up/tear-down and cooling off help! I really enjoyed meeting and performing for your community. Everything was so well organized, and I look forward to working with you again soon.
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 20 - 180 minutes
Unions: IBM & SAM
What to expect
Doug uses Classic Magic With A Modern Twist and liberal doses of family friendly Comedy to entertain any size group or event.
About
Doug has been performing since 1969, He has entertained up and down the east coast, in Europe and the Caribbean. He specializes in good clean fun for the whole family. If you wish, Doug will interweave an educational message such as, quality, safety, drug abuse prevention, stranger danger or teamwork, into the show. He can tailor the size and length of his show to fit your event needs.
Additional booking notes
Doug's show is self contained. He can supply everything that you need to see, hear and enjoy the show.
Upcoming booked events
June 2026
20
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:00pm - 2:45pm
•
Groton, NY
July 2026
18
Saturday
Festival
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Cortland, NY
31
Friday
Bachelorette Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Lansing, NY
August 2026
06
Thursday
Fair
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
De Ruyter, NY
Past booked events
May 2026
06
Wednesday
Corporate Event
1:00pm - 1:45pm
•
Ithaca, NY
April 2026
25
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:00pm - 8:45pm
•
Webster, NY
18
Saturday
Campus Event
8:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Vestal, NY
December 2025
20
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Syracuse, NY
06
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
10:30am - 11:15am
•
Hamilton, NY
November 2025
13
Thursday
Cocktail Party
9:30pm - 10:00pm
•
Ithaca, NY
October 2025
25
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Auburn, NY
25
Saturday
Fair
1:30pm - 3:00pm
•
Cortland, NY
August 2025
20
Wednesday
Camp Event
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
Webster, NY
09
Saturday
Camp Event
11:00am - 12:00pm
•
Moravia, NY
July 2025
27
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
3:00pm - 3:45pm
•
Corning, NY
26
Saturday
Festival
12:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Odessa, NY
January 2025
17
Friday
Personal Occasion
3:00pm - 3:45pm
•
Homer, NY
December 2024
20
Friday
School Assembly
9:00am - 9:45am
•
Montour Falls, NY
November 2024
30
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Vestal, NY
September 2024
15
Sunday
Corporate Event
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
Danville, PA
06
Friday
School Assembly
9:30pm - 10:30pm
•
Elmira, NY
July 2024
24
Wednesday
Camp Event
9:30am - 10:30am
•
Syracuse, NY
June 2024
22
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Franklin, NY
15
Saturday
Anniversary Party
7:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Baldwinsville, NY
14
Friday
Surprise
11:00am - 12:00pm
•
Syracuse, NY
01
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
4:00pm - 4:45pm
•
Penn Yan, NY
May 2024
16
Thursday
Fair
9:00am - 11:00am
•
Binghamton, NY
06
Monday
Nonprofit Event
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Johnson City, NY
April 2024
28
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
3:30pm - 4:00pm
•
Elmira, NY
March 2024
10
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
11:00am - 11:30am
•
Hall, NY
09
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Owego, NY
October 2023
15
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Pine City, NY
07
Saturday
House Party
8:30pm - 10:00pm
•
Jamesville, NY
August 2023
05
Saturday
Wedding Reception
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Baldwinsville, NY
July 2023
06
Thursday
Camp Event
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Marcellus, NY
04
Tuesday
Children’s Birthday Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Elmira, NY
June 2023
17
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Horseheads, NY
May 2023
06
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Dallas, PA
April 2023
22
Saturday
School Assembly
6:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Baldwinsville, NY
March 2023
24
Friday
Children’s Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Corning, NY
20
Monday
Holiday Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Lansing, NY
16
Thursday
Corporate Event
5:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Painted Post, NY
February 2023
24
Friday
Children’s Birthday Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Ithaca, NY
22
Wednesday
Nonprofit Event
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Wilkes Barre, PA
December 2022
31
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Honeoye Falls, NY
10
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
5:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Baldwinsville, NY
10
Saturday
Christmas Party
10:00am - 11:00am
•
Corning, NY
09
Friday
Children’s Birthday Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Corning, NY
November 2022
19
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:00pm - 1:45pm
•
Sayre, PA
13
Sunday
Festival
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Horseheads, NY
October 2022
30
Sunday
Nonprofit Event
5:30pm - 6:15pm
•
Castanea, PA
August 2022
28
Sunday
Nonprofit Event
2:00pm - 4:30pm
•
Elmira, NY
13
Saturday
Fair
2:00pm - 2:30pm
•
De Ruyter, NY
June 2022
04
Saturday
Corporate Event
2:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Waterloo, NY
May 2022
14
Saturday
Personal Occasion
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Fairport, NY
April 2022
30
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Williamsport, PA
24
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Montoursville, PA
09
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:00pm - 1:45pm
•
Horseheads, NY
03
Sunday
Birthday Party
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Batavia, NY
February 2022
11
Friday
Nonprofit Event
6:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Painted Post, NY
January 2022
29
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Jamesville, NY
December 2021
11
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Painted Post, NY
October 2021
02
Saturday
Festival
2:30pm - 4:00pm
•
Clyde, NY
September 2021
12
Sunday
Nonprofit Event
9:00am - 9:45am
•
Sunbury, PA
August 2021
07
Saturday
Fair
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
DeRuyter, NY
July 2021
06
Tuesday
Camp Event
10:00am - 11:00am
•
Elmira, NY
May 2021
08
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
3:00pm - 3:45pm
•
Syracuse, NY
01
Saturday
Personal Occasion
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
East Rochester, NY
April 2021
03
Saturday
Birthday Party
1:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Picture Rocks, PA
December 2020
13
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:30pm - 2:00pm
•
Rochester, NY
October 2020
15
Thursday
Children’s Birthday Party
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Ithaca, NY
September 2020
27
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Elmira, NY
May 2020
23
Saturday
Festival
1:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Bainbridge, NY
August 2019
24
Saturday
Reunion
1:30pm - 2:30pm
•
Elmira, NY
June 2019
02
Sunday
House Party
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Newark Valley, NY
March 2019
31
Sunday
Children's Birthday Party
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Binghamton, NY
24
Sunday
Children's Birthday Party
2:00pm - 2:45pm
•
Vestal, NY
February 2019
09
Saturday
Children's Birthday Party
5:30pm - 6:15pm
•
Binghamton, NY
December 2018
02
Sunday
Christmas Party
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Towanda, PA
November 2018
09
Friday
Children's Birthday Party
5:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Williamsport, PA
July 2018
28
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
10:00am - 10:45am
•
Bath, NY
April 2018
29
Sunday
Children's Birthday Party
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Horseheads, NY
January 2018
20
Saturday
Fundraiser
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Watkins Glen, NY
July 2017
22
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
9:00am - 10:00am
•
Bath, NY
May 2017
07
Sunday
Birthday (Child)
3:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Montoursville, PA
December 2013
08
Sunday
Christmas Party
12:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Waverly, NY
Set list
I perform magic with common things (like rope) as well as other interesting items that are clearly magic props.
There is always plenty of humorous audience participation - on stage and from your seats.
For some shows I produce a live rabbit.
Setup requirements
In most cases, access to an electrical outlet is all that's needed. In some venues a stage or platform is great so everybody can see the show.