The 5 Best Magicians in Sydney That Make You Question Reality
My first brush with a magic show was a relative’s birthday when I was just a kid. Back then, I genuinely believed they were performing real magic. It really felt that way.
Now, I know it takes insane amounts of practice and skill to pull off those tricks flawlessly. That’s why, if you’re thinking of hiring a magician for your event, you want someone who can truly wow your guests and keep them guessing.
Luckily, our team hunted down some of the best magicians in Sydney. Here are the ones we’d happily let fool us—and you too.
How much does it cost to hire a magician in Sydney?
Hiring a magician in Sydney typically ranges from $500–$2,500 or more. The final price depends on the performance style, the duration of the event, the performer’s experience level, and the date of the booking.
1. Magic Mike – Not A Stripper
Address: 2/12 Carrington St
Phone: +61 421 662 470
Business hours:
- Monday to Sunday: Open 24 hours
Magic Mike is a roving magician in Sydney who understands people just as much as he understands tricks.
He has more than 15 years of full-time experience, and that longevity shows in how smooth his performances are.
From what we’ve heard. He’s charismatic, playful, and very interactive with the audience. Some clients even said he was the highlight of their event.
He usually brings the magic directly into guests’ hands. One of his signature tricks is guessing and opening phone passcodes without touching them. These psychological illusions have gained traction online and at high-profile events.
While close-up work seems to be his strongest lane, he also offers an “all-in” stage option with a microphone and speakers for larger groups. He also offers a virtual show option for remote gatherings.
Just remember that he’s in high demand, so last-minute booking might be tough. We suggest calling him early.
He genuinely amazed all of us
“I hired Magic Mike as a surprise for my husband at his 40th birthday party and boy did Mike deliver. We all absolutely loved it! Mike was confident from the moment he arrived, comfortably engaging every single one of our guests (and the bartenders too!) for impressive close-up tricks plus an “all-in” show at the end. He genuinely amazed all of us and left even our most skeptical friend scratching his head. A top experience!”
Claire Ryan, Google review
Lots of fun roaming magic for smaller groups and some all in action!
“I had Magic Mike come along to my birthday at the pub, it was absolutely unreal. Such a fun way to make an event memorable. Lots of fun roaming magic for smaller groups and some all in action! Format worked perfectly for this type of casual/birthday event and venue. Pure joy from start to finish, everyone is still talking about it!”
Lauren Crowe, Google review
2. Jackson Aces
Address: 2/80 George St, The Rocks
Phone: +61 1300 609 992
Business hours:
- Monday to Sunday: Open 24 hours
When we started digging into Jackson Aces, we were impressed by his social media following, but most of all by his range.
Not many magicians can comfortably claim both intimate close-up mastery and full-scale theatrical production, yet his career’s built on that balance.
The fact that he’s had two sold-out seasons at the Sydney Opera House with his show Beyond Possible LIVE says a lot.
With a venue like that, it suggests he has a strong stage presence and can hold a large crowd for a full-length show.
At the same time, he performs at more than 250 corporate and private events a year. That’s a heavy schedule, and it shows he’s trusted in high-end event spaces.
We heard great feedback about his cardistry. It’s choreographed and almost artistic. He can make them disappear and reappear in impossible ways.
A lot of people also loved how he involves his audience. He always makes sure that volunteers aren’t just randomly pulled on stage for a quick trick, but become genuinely part of the experience.
The kind of performance that leaves you feeling amazed and uplifted at the same time
“I first met Jackson at the Tour De Cure Snowball Gala where he blew my mind (and my friend’s!) with some incredible close-up magic. We were so impressed that we decided to go see his show — and it did not disappoint! I even got pulled up on stage, which made the experience even more unforgettable. The show is packed with jaw-dropping tricks, plenty of laughs, and such a powerful motivational and inspirational message throughout. It’s the kind of performance that leaves you feeling amazed and uplifted at the same time. Perfect for all ages — highly recommend!”
Summer Lewis, Google review
Well done Jackson and congratulations!
“My daughter and I went to see Jackson Aces ‘Beyond Possible’ at Sutherland Pavilion. It was his 20th anniversary of Magic, since he first started as a 12yr old boy, shuffling a deck of cards. I was there from the very beginning, quietly watching him (between sweaty spin bike sessions at the pool we trained at). Magic has always been a mind-blowing experience, and is still one show that never grows old, for everyone of all ages. Well done Jackson and congratulations!”
Kari Larssen, Google review
3. Dare Magician Sydney
Phone: +61 490 312 188
Business hours:
- Monday to Sunday: Open 24 hours
Dare Magician is the kind of performer who mixes modern magic with a tech twist. This makes his show feel interactive and mind-bending.
With a background as an electronics engineer, he brings a clever approach to everything from card tricks to phone illusions.
We spoke to some of his clients, and he seems to do well in any type of event. He’s always booked at weddings, corporate events, and team-building sessions.
He can do a full magic show, add a keynote talk, or even run a session where guests try out a trick themselves.
Some performances also bring in mindfulness and personal reflection, which makes the experience feel a bit more meaningful than your typical magic act.
We were also surprised to hear about an instance where he doubled as an MC. The feedback tells us he has done it well. His bubbly personality helps him connect with all kinds of crowds.
The main downside is cost. His premium packages usually start around $1,000–$3,000, so smaller parties might find it a stretch.
I recommend Dare for any event or corporate function
“What an awesome addition to our annual company offsite!!! We went for the full package with Dare including a show, keynote talk, and team session to learn a trick. Not only was it so much fun and absolutely mind blowing magic, but it was also great for team building. The mindfulness presentation and activities were so great for the team as a reflection point from a personal and professional perspective. It tied in so well with our themes for the day and added a really unique element to our event. William was so interesting and authentic, while being an amazing magician and performer. I recommend Dare for any event or corporate function. The whole team are still talking about it!”
Alyse Lucey, Google review
He was absolutely amazing, friendly, easy to communicate with and bubbly
“I had Dare at my wedding reception as MC and magician. He was absolutely amazing, friendly, easy to communicate with and bubbly! The night went so smoothly, all the guests enjoyed the roving magic and the main stage show. He even pulled off the best magic gender reveal which was the highlight of the night!! He hyped up the crowd at the right moments and knew exactly how we wanted the night to run. It was the best decision we made. 10/10 William! You are the best!”
Elizabeth Testa, Google review
4. Illusionist Junho
Address: 1/377 Sussex St
Phone: +61 432 360 139
Business hours:
- Monday to Sunday: Open 24 hours
Illusionist Junho has over 20 years of professional experience, which is probably why he is very versatile.
He can do roving performances at every table, stage magic for a more theatrical feel, and even a Chinese face-changing act.
He creates custom illusions that push creative boundaries. Everyday objects are transformed in ways that leave audiences scratching their heads.
Clients really loved his professionalism and attention to detail. We’ve heard that he often checks the room layout beforehand, considers whether there are children in the audience, and even offers a pre-event demo to showcase his skills.
On the day of the event, he arrives on time and fully prepares his props and music. He also adapts effortlessly when unexpected moments occur.
We find them ideal for weddings, corporate events, or any occasion where a dramatic experience is desired.
His fees are on the higher side, but most feel the cost is justified for the level of entertainment he offers.
We were blown away with his skills and we all talked about it long after he left
“I booked Junho as a surprise for my friends hucks (hens and bucks party) at our house in Marrickville. Everyone was so surprised and it was such an amazing performance. We were blown away with his skills and we all talked about it long after he left. Highly highly recommend. Thank you Junho for making it a night my friends will never forget!”
Caitlin Hazell, Google review
Junho really did bring something magical to the night with his illusions
“Awesome performance and experience with Junho at our wedding reception at Mr Watkins. Junho really did bring something magical to the night with his illusions and showmanship, every one had a great time and he was even able to get the watch off a police officers wrist without them knowing. Looking forward to have another event where I can have Junho perform again. Would highly recommend!”
Tim Short, Google review
5. Ronald Chow
Address: 182 Pitt St
Phone: +61 430 103 184
Business hours:
- Monday to Sunday: Open 24 hours
Ronald Chow thrives on close-up and interactive magic. He specialises in card magic, coin tricks, and mind-reading effects.
He’s very effective for roving performances during cocktail parties, networking events, and drink receptions.
Guests often praised how seamlessly he moves through a crowd. He creates small-group moments that leave people puzzled and entertained.
A lot of the people we spoke to also highlighted how funny he is. He knows how to keep the guests entertained, especially when waiting for food.
Ronald offers three main performance formats: roving magic, table magic, and full-stage shows. While he can perform on stage, we noticed that his real strength lies in roving and table magic.
However, this style isn’t suited to every type of event. Seated dinners or occasions where audiences expect large-scale illusions may not showcase his talents to the fullest.
His performance kept tour guests entertained
“Ronald was the magician on my wedding in Oct 2022. He is amazing!! We had lots of kids in our wedding and his performance kept them entertained, not only that, we were impressed by the trick he performed. My husband and me couldn’t stop talking about it. All the guests loved his performance, we just felt so lucky to have him. Thank you very much Ronald!”
X H, Google review
Very engaging and interactive with his crowd
“Ronald is a wonderful magician! Very engaging and interactive with his crowd. He captured my attention, I tried standing behind him to see if I could pick out the logic behind his tricks, none of them made sense! He simply uses the astral plane to teleport his cards around. Truly a master wizard. Has the best tricks since Jesus turned water into wine. A must see!”
Luka Medanic, Google review