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Make your child's birthday party memorable with The Kid's Magician! His unique blend of magic & humor, will captivate & entertain all ages. Book now & experience the ultimate Kid's Magician!
Brekk will perform a fun-filled show with lots of silly antics suitable for the age of your party featuring magic, balloon modeling, comedy puppet monkey and plate spinning.
Annie performs a brilliant magic show, runs party games, brings a mini disco system, lights, and a radio mic. Every child will receive a balloon to take home!
If you are looking for a magician for children, you will not find better. Years of experience. reliable friendly and insured.
We are the leading children’s party entertainers in London & Surrey! With lots of different activities included, a themed party is the best option for you!
Our team is ready to transform your party into an unforgettable event because just like you, we do not measure efforts to bring the best to children!
I perform a very visual and colourful show, ideal for ages 3 - 10, with a great deal of content and something for everyone to enjoy.
All balloon models made at the party by hand using best quality balloons, with lots of fun and enjoyment for all. Balloons add extra fun to a child's day!
Amazing Stephen's comedy magic & puppet show features tricks such as linking hula hoops and metal bending. Along with ventriloquism with a unicorn, crocodile, or monkey puppet.
Lydia Bailys provides multiple entertains from just face painting to all through parties, to entertain the children for the entirety of their party time!
Graeme entertains with a lot of magic, balloons, and a puppet, and turns the birthday boy or girl into a star in the fun-packed finale that is sure to delight both kids and adults alike.
Silly Scott's magic show is fun-packed with amazing magic and lots of laughter with participation from the children!
I provide a disco with lights and a bubble machine, a circus show, interactive circus skills, balloon modeling, a magic show, and party games.
I can provide silly fun sketches, magic, music, and keep all the children fully entertained with lots of participation.
The magic is strong with a focus on involvement and fun. I entertain everyone in a professional manner and guarantee to leave everyone totally amazed!
Nick's magic and laughter show is a hit with family audiences... involving and delighting the children and also appealing to adults. He likes to make audiences feel they are magic!
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If you are searching for a children’s magician in the UK, you are already heading in the right direction. A good entertainer gives you order, laughter and that brilliant hush when every child is glued to the moment something impossible happens. We have helped families, schools and organisers across the country book shows that run on time, feel personal and land big reactions. This guide shares what works nationwide, from event formats and venues to themes, prices and simple planning moves that make your day easier.
The UK is a patchwork of village greens, busy town centres and wide open showgrounds. That variety is a gift if you choose the right act. A skilled children’s magician adapts to barns and marquees, to school halls and scout huts, to breezy fete fields and holiday park stages. The trick is matching the format to your guests and space, then keeping the timetable tidy. Do that, and your celebration feels effortless.
Children’s entertainment is about more than tricks. It is crowd management, pacing and warmth. A strong magician brings three things you will feel straight away. First, structure, so arrivals, food and cake sit in a simple plan. Second, attention control, so the energy stays high without tipping into chaos. Third, adaptability, so the show works in a living room, a village hall or a festival tent. Parents relax, organisers breathe, and little ones get the star moments they will talk about for weeks.
You do not need a full production. You need the right shape for your event. Here is how a children’s magician fits common occasions across the UK.
Village fêtes Busy, sociable and full of movement. Short, repeatable sets win the day. A magician draws a crowd in minutes, delivers a punchy showlet, then resets while families wander to stalls and games. Plan a few time slots across the afternoon. If the field is open, place the performance at the doorway of a marquee or on a low platform so people can see without pushing forward.
Farm and barn weddings, the kids’ corner Children need their own rhythm at weddings. A 40 to 50 minute show after the meal keeps energy positive while speeches finish. Many couples add a tiny workshop at the end so children leave with a simple trick to show relatives. If your venue is rustic, ask for a wind-aware set and tidy cable management. Hay bales make charming seating, just add rugs for comfort.
Holiday parks Footfall ebbs and flows. Two shorter stage shows with meet and greets in between outperform one long slot. A compact sound unit and a bright backdrop help in multi-purpose rooms. Expect mixed ages, so ask the entertainer for big visual openers and clever gags later for older siblings.
Town shows Town centres need pace. Program one feature show to anchor your schedule, plus roaming close-up moments along the route. Performers can set up on hard standing, then switch to walkabout while the parade or music changes over. Clear timings on a board help families gather without crowding.
A children’s magician in the UK does not need theatre lights. They need a clear patch of floor, a sensible audience layout and a simple plan for breaks. These spaces are tried and tested.
Village halls Strong sight lines, plenty of chairs and easy access. Seat children on mats at the front, parents behind. Leave a narrow aisle so late arrivals can slip in without stealing focus. Ask the entertainer to set up with their back to a plain wall so curious wanderers do not end up behind the magic.
Barns Characterful and roomy. Put the performance on firm ground, not soft boards. Keep the buffet at the rear so little hands do not drift to snacks mid-show. If the barn is echoey, a small speaker at low volume helps clarity without overwhelming little ears.
Marquees Perfect for spring and summer. Face the audience away from low sun, weigh down kit, and keep a power point available even if the act plans to run battery audio. A low backdrop frames the finale for photos and protects props from breeze.
Festival tents Create a clear stage line with bunting or cones. Programme short sets every hour and announce the next show before you stop the current one. A couple of ground sheets at the front make the audience arc obvious, which helps settle wiggly legs.
Scout huts Built for activity. The floors are robust, the acoustics are manageable and there is usually a kitchen hatch for the food break. Tape down any leads and keep the magician’s kit against a plain wall. If you are running games after the show, store equipment at the back until the magic is finished.
Themes make a children’s magician in the UK feel personal. Share yours at booking and the entertainer will tailor patter, props and the big reveal.
Woodland and fairy Gentle storytelling, colourful silks and a sparkling finale. Perfect for village halls and garden parties. The magic “goes wrong” in funny ways before it goes right, which keeps the laughs kind.
Farmyard magic Great on rural sites and in barns. Expect cheeky animal helpers, pretend henhouse capers and a final transformation that gets a full clap from grandparents and cousins alike.
Pirates Maps, mystery boxes and a treasure reveal that rewards teamwork. Keep references neutral so all children feel included, not just fans of a specific character.
Circus High colour, upbeat music and classic showtime energy. Brilliant in marquees and scout huts. The opener should be visual, the jokes snappy, and the finale photo-friendly.
Space adventure Countdowns, pretend rocket fuel and a floating moment that lands with a gasp. Pair it with a short learn-a-trick segment if you have a science-curious group.
A good show feels effortless because the structure is doing the heavy lifting. You can expect three neat phases.
Optional extras might include balloon modelling, party games or a mini disco track for the goodbye line. If you want add-ons, include them at booking. That keeps the running time smooth and avoids squeezing too much into a single slot. You should expect public liability insurance, sensible cable management and a performer who is comfortable adjusting volume and pacing. If latex balloons are a concern, swap for a workshop or prizes. If you need DBS information, raise it early so we match you with the right supplier.
Most bookings sit between £180 and £350. Where your quote lands depends on a few straightforward variables.
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Small choices add up to a very smooth day.
A children’s magician in the UK should be comfortable with mixed ages and abilities. If anyone is sensitive to loud sounds, volume can be softened. If a guest prefers the edge of the audience, the performer can use more visual cues and a slower pace. Ask for clear announcements before surprises. You should expect insurance, risk awareness for cables and props, and sensible space management. If your event includes cultural timings for food or speeches, the running order can reflect that without fuss.
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A standout children’s magician in the UK lifts a simple plan into a memorable day. Expect big laughs, a show that keeps little ones focused, and photos you’ll be proud to print. Tell us your date, guest count and postcode and we’ll connect you with friendly, reliable magicians nearby, show instant all-inclusive prices, and lock the details without the faff. Book with us for clear support at every step and the confidence that your celebration will run exactly to plan.