If you’re looking for a wedding magician in Edinburgh (or anywhere else in the UK for that matter!), you’re probably wondering: how much does a wedding magician cost?
The short answer: it usually ranges anywhere from £450 – £1,500, depending on what you’re looking for and how long you’d like your magician to perform.
Typical Wedding Magician Prices
Drinks receptions: Most couples can expect to pay £450 – £650 for a professional magician to wow guests while photos are being taken and drinks are flowing.
Full-day/ hosting packages: If you’d like the magician to host your speeches, your whole day, or perform at multiple points through the day/ evening, expect prices closer to £600 – £1,500.
Why Not to Book “Too Cheap”
It’s worth pointing out that if you’re quoted less than £400, it’s usually a bit of a red flag.
That price often points to a keen hobbyist rather than a full-time professional wedding magician.
For something as important as your wedding, you want someone reliable, polished, and experienced - not someone treating it as practice!
What’s Included in the Price?
It’s easy to forget that professional magicians don’t just turn up and shuffle cards. Your fee helps cover:
Travel and petrol (often to remote venues!)
Hours spent travelling and performing
Insurance costs
Custom props and replacements
Rehearsal and practice time
Marketing, accountancy, and booking software (to keep everything official and stress-free for you!)
The Value a Wedding Magician Brings 💍✨
Think of a magician not just as entertainment, but as a wedding investment! There are loads of reasons a magician is a great investment in your big day:
They make your photos more memorable with amazing reactions from guests.
They keep the atmosphere buzzing during quieter parts of the day.
They make introductions fun, breaking the ice between guests who don’t know each other.
They even gel the whole room together before the speeches, setting the perfect tone for the meal and evening.
Final Thought
A wedding magician costs between £450 – £1,500, but the unforgettable memories and smooth atmosphere they create are priceless.
If you’re looking for a way to make your big day stand out, hiring a magician might just be the best decision you make—after saying yes, of course!