Magician in Manchester
Weddings · Parties · Corporate Events
I'm Nick Rushton, and Manchester is one of my busiest areas for events. With over 30 years of experience performing close-up magic at weddings, parties and corporate events across Greater Manchester, I'm a former Magic Circle Young Magician of the Year winner and I've appeared on BBC One, Channel 5 and Sky.
Close-Up Magician in Manchester
Manchester is a fantastic city for events, and I perform there regularly — from weddings at The Midland Hotel and The Lowry to corporate events at Manchester Central and private parties across the city.
I perform across Manchester and Greater Manchester including Salford, Stockport, Trafford, Didsbury, Chorlton, Sale, Altrincham, Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Rochdale and surrounding areas. Travel is always included in my quote.
Hiring a Magician in Manchester
Close-up magic is the perfect ice breaker — at a wedding, corporate event or party, not all your guests will know each other. Magic creates an instant shared experience that gets everyone talking and laughing together. With magic on TV being so popular, people are more receptive than ever to great close-up magic in Manchester performed well.
How to Choose a Manchester Magician
When choosing a magician, keep in mind that a fancy website doesn't always mean a great performance. It's vital to read genuine reviews and watch unedited live video footage to get an idea of what you'll actually get on the day. I'm always happy to have a friendly, no-pressure conversation about your event.
Manchester Venues I've Performed At
I've been lucky enough to perform at many of Manchester's top venues including The Midland Hotel, The Lowry Hotel, Manchester Central, Etrop Grange, The Palace Hotel, Victoria Warehouse, Didsbury House, Great John Street Hotel, The Principal, Stock Exchange Hotel, Gorton Monastery, Manchester Hall, Worsley Park Marriott, King Street Townhouse, The Castlefield Rooms and many more across Greater Manchester.
Best Times to Book Magic at a Manchester Event
The best slot depends on your event. For weddings, the drinks reception is usually the strongest option because it fills the photo gap and gets both families mixing. For corporate events, pre-dinner drinks and networking breaks are ideal. For dinners and awards nights, table magic between courses keeps energy high without interrupting speeches or service.
Manchester Wedding Magician
Wedding magic in Manchester is one of my specialities. The drinks reception is the most popular time — it fills the gap while photos are being taken and keeps guests entertained. Table magic between courses of the wedding breakfast works brilliantly too. Many couples book me for the evening reception as well.
Corporate Magician Manchester
I regularly perform at corporate events across Manchester — conferences, awards dinners, product launches, team-building events and Christmas parties. Close-up magic is a fantastic networking tool and always gets people talking.
Reliability & Professionalism
I've been a professional magician for over 29 years and have never let anyone down. All bookings are confirmed in writing, final details are checked around a week before the event, and I always arrive early and smartly presented. I have Public Liability Insurance through Equity — required by most Manchester venues.
Manchester Magician Prices
Prices typically start from £400 and depend on the event type, duration and location. I provide transparent, competitive pricing and I'm very quick to respond to enquiries. Get in touch for a free, personalised quote.
What's Included
- Close-up card magic & sleight of hand
- Mind reading & PIN number reveals
- Pickpocket comedy
- Fork & metal bending
- Fully insured & Equity member
Manchester Event Guides
If you are choosing a Manchester venue, I have started building detailed venue guides based on where close-up magic works best. These are not generic venue listings; they explain how entertainment fits into the actual flow of the event.
- Magician at The Midland Hotel Manchester - wedding receptions, private dinners and corporate events in one of the city's best-known hotels.
- Magician at The Lowry Hotel Manchester - riverside weddings, client hospitality and drinks reception magic.
- Magician at Manchester Central - conferences, exhibitions, awards dinners and trade show magic.
- Magician at Victoria Warehouse Manchester - warehouse weddings, brand events and high-energy party spaces.
You can also compare broader options in my best wedding venues in Manchester guide and best corporate event venues in Manchester guide.
Events I Perform At In Manchester
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500+ five-star reviews from happy clients over 30 years.
Booking a TV magician gave us confidence we'd made the right choice for our wedding. Our guests were absolutely blown away.
You are very talented and everyone had fantastic fun. You certainly left our guests amazed.
Nick was absolutely brilliant and mixed with our team really well! His routines were incredible, would highly recommend.
Everyone was so impressed and astounded, you were the highlight of many conversations.
The feedback I got from my guests has been amazing. They all said you were wonderful.
Thank you so much. You were brilliant and everyone is still talking about you.
Award-Winning Magician
My highly regarded awards include:
The Magic Circle (London)
"Young Magician Of The Year"
The World Magic Awards
"Best Young Performer"
International Brotherhood Of Magicians
"British Junior Magical Champion"
As Seen On Television
Manchester Magician FAQs
How much does a magician in Manchester cost?
A professional close-up magician in Manchester typically costs between £400 and £900 for 2–3 hours. My fees depend on the event type, duration and venue location. I'm always upfront with no hidden costs. Get in touch for a tailored quote.
What events do you perform at in Manchester?
I perform at all types of events across Manchester and Greater Manchester — weddings, corporate dinners, birthday parties, awards evenings, charity fundraisers, product launches and more.
Which areas of Greater Manchester do you cover?
I cover all of Greater Manchester including Manchester city centre, Salford, Trafford, Stockport, Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Tameside, Wigan, Altrincham, Sale, Didsbury, Chorlton and Prestwich. Travel is always included in my quote.
Are you available for Manchester weddings?
Yes — wedding magic in Manchester is one of my specialities. I typically perform during the drinks reception and wedding breakfast, mingling with guests table-by-table.
How far in advance should I book?
I'm often booked 12–18 months in advance for Saturday weddings in peak season (May–October). Corporate events and private parties can often be arranged with less notice. The sooner you get in touch, the better!
Can I see you perform before booking?
I have an extensive showreel on my videos page featuring real performances at events. I've also appeared on BBC One, Channel 5 and Sky. I'm always happy to have a friendly, no-pressure conversation about your event.
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