Emcees (MCs) / Comperes / Hosts for Hire in Melbourne

107 MCs and event hosts are available to book in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, with 341 reviews from real clients rating their services 5 out of 5. Many are full-time masters of ceremonies; others are comedians, magicians, radio presenters and speakers who host as part of what they do, which is worth knowing when you read the profiles, because a comedian MC and a conference host run a room very differently.

Of the 107 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Melbourne. The other 106 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 341 reviews of Emcees (MCs) / Comperes / Hosts

Based near Melbourne

Aaron Verrocchi - MC & Event Host for all public and private events

Melbourne

Victoria

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Award-winning corporate magician: Close-up magic, magic & comedy stage shows

Maroubra

New South Wales · 441 miles away

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MattGPT-the keynote speaker who inspires, motivates and does what no chatbot can

Sydney

New South Wales · 443 miles away

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Book from $990 (AUD)

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Interactive, roving & engaging card magic and mentalism tailored to your event!

Sydney

New South Wales · 443 miles away

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Book from $350 (AUD)

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Experienced professional public speaker for wellness, resilience, & confidence

Sydney

New South Wales · 443 miles away

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Magician, specialising in corporate events, weddings and private parties

Sydney Central Business District

New South Wales · 443 miles away

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Bilingual voice (Hindi English) Indian Bollywood

Brisbane

Queensland · 854 miles away

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Internationally experienced Go To MC / Presenterfor all events plus weddings

Auckland

New Zealand · 1,632 miles away

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Macshane - Freestyle Comedian & MC, Britain's Got Talent Semi-Finalist

Perth

Western Australia · 1,691 miles away

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Professional Comedian, entertainer, speaker

Perth

Western Australia · 1,691 miles away

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Charisma, media polish and unforgettable energy to galas & corporate events

Perth

Western Australia · 1,691 miles away

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Producer & Entertaining Host with Full Tech Support & DJs

Singapore

Central Singapore · 3,763 miles away

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Book from $2000 (SGD)

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Emcee

Singapore

Central Singapore · 3,763 miles away

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Dynamic and experienced MC with over 10 years in broadcasting and live events.

East London

Eastern Cape, South Africa · 6,089 miles away

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Professional MC, Facilitator, Public Speaker and Motivator

Durban

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa · 6,110 miles away

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Harry Monks Singer/Music Bingo Host/Compare/MC/Promoter/DJ/Quizmaster

Durban

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa · 6,110 miles away

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Illusions SA is a world-class illusion design and production company

Durban

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa · 6,110 miles away

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MC/Speaker/Facilitator/Trainer

Richards Bay

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa · 6,117 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Emcees (MCs) / Comperes / Hosts in Melbourne?

$Low price
from$160AUD
$$Average price
from$750AUD
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from$2,800AUD

Rates for MCs and comperes in Melbourne run from $160 to $2,800+, with most bookings around $750. A two-hour wedding reception costs less than a full conference day, a host who prepares custom material or attends a rehearsal charges for the preparation, and broadcasters and well-known names sit at the top of the range. Travel is usually quoted on top. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 438 enquiries for Emcees (MCs) / Comperes / Hosts at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 12 November 2026.

Most requested for
Corporate events
41% of enquiries, with weddings next at 22%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
58% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About four weeks
50% enquire less than a month before the event
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 73% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Emcees (MCs) / Comperes / Hosts available in Melbourne

5/5 from 341 reviews
Photo of Jack Black Magician Jack Black Magician "Jack Black was an absolute hit, one of the highlights of our wedding. — James Packer" Based in Maroubra, New South Wales (441 miles from Melbourne) 2nd November 2026 James Packer - Wedding Photo of Your events MC / Host Your events MC / Host "Sam has been Host / MC for last 6/7 years of our Miss National NZ / Miss Russia NZ events always professional, easy to work with and has more experience in these events than anyone else around . Gold standard." Based in Auckland, New Zealand (1,632 miles from Melbourne) Olga Hudson - Red carpet entertainment Photo of Stian Macshane Stian Macshane "Macshane was a star for our corporate event offering freestyle rapping to guests on entrance at our Superbowl themed awards night. He matched the brief perfectly, had great comedic timing and was the perfect hype man to start guests journey on the night. Look forward to working with him again." Based in Perth, Western Australia (1,691 miles from Melbourne) 8th October 2026 Terence Smith - Events Manager - Known Associates - Autoleague Championship Photo of High-Energy Event Host & Experience Design High-Energy Event Host & Experience Design "Shake has the ability to will you into a world of laughter. Not only is his comedic self based on what he says, it is also how he says it. Bravo to an excellent performance that allows me to escape my reality, with jokes that are relatable. His various accents and his ability to sing adds to the flavour of the performance. Ngà Mihi from New Zealand." Based in Singapore, Central Singapore, Singapore (3,763 miles from Melbourne) Mrs Tess Scully Photo of Jiggee Jon Jiggee Jon "If there is personification of Bringing-your-A-game, it would be Jiggee. Time after time, Jon and his team wows our audience with creativity, precision in execution and end-to-end excellence. Be it an energy pumping sales convention or a formal business conference, you can be sure Jiggee will deliver an experience which surpasses your expectations." Based in Singapore, Central Singapore, Singapore (3,763 miles from Melbourne) Goh Yat Hwa - OCBC Photo of Illusions South Africa Illusions South Africa "6We had the pleasure of working with Leon and the Real Magic Productions team at the 2026 East Coast Radio House & Garden Show, and they were an absolute pleasure to work with. Leon brought fantastic energy, professionalism and creativity to the show, and the performances were incredibly well received by our visitors. What stood out most was his ability to engage with audiences of all ages and create those unexpected moments of entertainment that really add to the overall event experience. Leon is passionate about what he does, reliable and incredibly easy to work with. We loved having Real Magic Productions as part of the show and would happily recommend Leon and his team to anyone looking to bring something engaging, memorable and a little bit magical to their event. Lara Bezuidenhout Show Director" Based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (6,110 miles from Melbourne) 20th September 2026 Lara Bezuidenhout, Show Director - EAST COAST RADIO HOUSE AND GARDEN SHOW

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for event hosts on Gig Heaven is $750, with rates from $160 to $2,800+. Pricing depends on the host's experience, the duration of the event and the level of preparation required. Experienced MCs with a strong stage presence and the ability to manage complex running orders tend to charge more.

The emcees and event hosts are professional presenters who host and manage events, keeping the schedule on track, introducing speakers or acts, engaging the audience and ensuring smooth transitions between different segments of the programme. A skilled host adapts their energy and tone to match the occasion, whether it is a formal awards ceremony or a relaxed celebration.

Hiring an event host suits a wide range of events including corporate conferences, awards ceremonies, weddings, charity galas, product launches, exhibitions and any event that requires a confident, experienced host to manage the flow of proceedings. A good host keeps the audience engaged and ensures each segment of the event transitions smoothly.

Many comperes are experienced across a wide range of event formats, from formal corporate conferences to relaxed parties. It is advisable to discuss the tone and style of your event with the host so they can prepare accordingly.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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