Wedding Magician Edinburgh
Weddings · Parties · Corporate Events
I'm Nick Rushton, an award-winning wedding magician performing at weddings across Edinburgh and central Scotland. over 30 years' experience and more than 1,000 weddings, I'm a former Magic Circle Young Magician of the Year winner and I've appeared on BBC One, Channel 5 and Sky.
Wedding Magic In Edinburgh
Edinburgh is a beautiful place to marry, with everything from grand city-centre hotels and historic buildings to country-house venues out in the Lothians. Wherever you're celebrating, close-up magic is a brilliant way to keep guests entertained and talking.
Having a close-up magician at your Edinburgh wedding fills the natural gaps in the day — during the drinks reception, between courses, or as evening entertainment. See my main wedding magician page for more details, or my Edinburgh magician hub for other event types.
Wedding Magician Entertainment in Edinburgh
Every Edinburgh wedding is different — a candlelit ceremony in the Old Town feels worlds apart from a marquee reception out in the Lothians — so I tailor my performance to suit the space, the timing and the atmosphere of your day.
When Should a Wedding Magician Perform?
The drinks reception is the most popular time for close-up magic — it fills that gap while photographs are being taken and keeps guests entertained. Table magic between courses of the wedding breakfast is also brilliant, and many couples book me for the evening reception too. I'm flexible and work around your schedule.
Why Book a Wedding Magician?
Close-up magic is the perfect wedding entertainment — it's personal, interactive and creates genuine moments of amazement. Your guests will be talking about it for weeks. It works for all ages and doesn't require any setup, staging or equipment. I simply mingle with your guests and perform right in their hands.
Travel & Coverage
I cover weddings right across Edinburgh, the Lothians and the wider central belt of Scotland, including Glasgow. Although I'm based in England, Scotland is a regular part of my diary and travel is always included in my quote — so the figure I give you is the figure you pay.
What's Included
- Close-up card magic & sleight of hand
- Mind reading & PIN number reveals
- Pickpocket comedy
- Fork & metal bending
- Fully insured & Equity member
Events I Perform At In Edinburgh
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500+ five-star reviews from happy clients over 30 years.
The feedback I got from my guests have been amazing! They all said you were wonderful.
You were absolutely brilliant and talked about among our guests all evening!
Everyone was so impressed and astounded, you were the highlight of many conversations.
Nick was absolutely brilliant and mixed with our team really well! Would highly recommend.
You are very talented and everyone had fantastic fun. You certainly left our guests amazed.
Thank you so much. You were brilliant — 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
Edinburgh Magician FAQs
How much does a wedding magician cost in Edinburgh?
A professional wedding magician in Edinburgh typically costs between £400 and £1,000 depending on the date, duration and venue. Travel to Scotland is included — no hidden costs. Get in touch for a tailored quote.
When should a wedding magician perform?
The drinks reception is the most popular time — it fills the gap while photos are being taken. Table magic between courses and evening entertainment are also brilliant options. Many couples book me for two or all three.
Do you cover all of Edinburgh and the Lothians?
Yes — I cover the whole city and the surrounding Lothians, as well as the wider central belt of Scotland including Glasgow, Fife and Stirling. Travel is included in my quote.
Do you travel to Edinburgh for weddings?
Yes. Although I'm based in England, I perform at weddings across Scotland throughout the year and travel is always included in my quote.
How far in advance should I book?
I'm often booked 12–18 months in advance for Saturday weddings in peak season (May–October). 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 weddings. I've also appeared on BBC One, Channel 5 and Sky.
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