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

117 MCs and event hosts are available to book in Southampton, England, United Kingdom, with 354 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 117 suppliers listed here, 3 are based within 30 miles of Southampton. The other 114 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Bournemouth, Chichester, Portsmouth and Winchester, and suppliers based in Andover and New Forest.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 354 reviews of Emcees (MCs) / Comperes / Hosts

Based near Southampton

Magician ideal for all weddings, functions and events

New Forest

England

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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Magician and Event Host

Andover

England · 22 miles away

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Book from £495 (GBP)

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Kid's Dj, Children's Entertainer + Weddings and Birthdays.

Bournemouth

England · 24 miles away

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Willing to travel to Southampton

Based more than 30 miles from Southampton, nearest first

Exquisite Magician & Emcee for All Occasions

Cotswolds

England

(1)

Book from £475 (GBP)

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Warm, quick-witted Conference MC & Awards Host who brings the room to life

London

England · 69 miles away

(2)

Book from £335 (GBP)

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Award-winning, entertaining event MC and awards host, across the UK & worldwide

London

England · 69 miles away

(4)

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A Magician Mentalist and Event Host, skilled in a wide range of illusions

London

England · 69 miles away

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Interactive close up magic, tech magic & event hosting. Magic Circle member.

London

England · 69 miles away

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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International Toastmaster, Celebrant and Master of Ceremonies

London

England · 69 miles away

(11)

Book from £625 (GBP)

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Magician - perfect for high end events

London

England · 69 miles away

(16)

Book from £750 (GBP)

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Magician Illusionist & Mentalist

London

England · 69 miles away

(2)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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Afrobeats hypeman, events MC and comedian

London

England · 69 miles away

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Book from £100 (GBP)

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FIIGS – The West London vibe-maker behind Bricking It Comedy CIC.

London

England · 69 miles away

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Book from £100 (GBP)

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Exeperienced outgoing and lively Mc/host

London

England · 69 miles away

(4)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Close up magician. Member of the Magic Circle. Magic advisor for film

Honiton

England · 78 miles away

(5)

Book from £275 (GBP)

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Dj, laser shows, PA rental, mc

Bexhill-on-Sea

England · 82 miles away

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The guy who makes any topic interesting, engaging and memorable.

Maidstone

England · 87 miles away

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Wedding Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies

Exeter

England · 94 miles away

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Rates for MCs and comperes in Southampton run from £75 to £1,000+, with most bookings around £340. 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 44 enquiries for Emcees (MCs) / Comperes / Hosts at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 18 October 2026.

Most requested for
Corporate events
50% of enquiries, with weddings next at 18%
Typical first reply
Within a day
57% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About five weeks
43% enquire less than a month before the event

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

5/5 from 354 reviews
Photo of Alistair Brien Magician Alistair Brien Magician "Alistair was absolutely amazing from the first time we chatted on the phone. Sadly we had been let down by our original celebrant and Alistair managed to juggle everything to accommodate us only giving him 4 weeks notice! We threw a SURPRISE wedding on Isle of Wight, everyone thought they were coming to Richards 60th Birthday which they were but then turned into a wedding. Alistair started off doing his magic tricks and then we did a final trick where there was a hidden box which then revealed the rings. Alistair then announced that he wasn’t only here as a magician. He was also here as a celebrant to carry out the wedding for us and at that point there was not a dry eye in the place!!! We cannot thank Alistair enough for helping us to make the day so perfect, I would highly recommend Alistair as a celebrant. Penny and Richard" Based in New Forest, England (10 miles from Southampton) Penny Vokes - Wedding Photo of The Jack of Magic The Jack of Magic "Adrian was lovely at our wedding! He was very friendly and great with the kids. He provided our guests with some great entertainment. Would thoroughly recommend." Based in Cotswolds, England (67 miles from Southampton) Mark Webb - wedding Photo of Daniel Bower: Magician & Host Daniel Bower: Magician & Host "I’ve worked on many events with Daniel and I always know the audience are in safe hands. He has a brilliant way of connecting with people and always amazes the crowd. Professional, reliable and an absolute pleasure to work alongside." Based in London, England (69 miles from Southampton) 15th October 2026 Matt Frankel Events Photo of Alex Ranahan – Conference MC & Awards Host Alex Ranahan – Conference MC & Awards Host "We had the pleasure of having Alex Ranahan as the host of our Amazon Masters Summit in London. Alex brought incredible energy, professionalism and excitement to the stage. He kept the audience engaged throughout the entire conference, made every speaker feel comfortable and handled the transitions between sessions so naturally. Alex created such a fantastic experience for everyone! Our guests are still talking about him! It was such a pleasure and so comfortable to work with you, Alex. You’re responsive, perfectly prepared and I could tell you were genuinely invested in making the event a success Thank you so so much! You’re quintessentially amazing!" Based in London, England (69 miles from Southampton) 5th October 2026 Nadia - Amazon Masters Summit Photo of Jordan Simpson | HOST & MC Jordan Simpson | HOST & MC "5 STAR. made everyone feel welcomed. 10/10 recommend" Based in London, England (69 miles from Southampton) 18th July 2026 Dave - Wedding Photo of Toastmaster & Celebrant Paul Deacon Toastmaster & Celebrant Paul Deacon "With Paul as our celebrant, our meetings and other sessions, email exchange, the overall follow up and most importantly on the day was amazing from your side! We both said out of all the ‘suppliers’ you were the most hands on and better than the wedding coordinators! You were with us from the beginning and made sure everything ran smoothly right until the last minute. We honestly couldn’t thank you enough for making our day perfect." Based in London, England (69 miles from Southampton) 14th April 2026 Mary Ellen - Toastmaster and Celebrant Paul Deacon

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for event hosts on Gig Heaven is £340, with rates from £75 to £1,000+. 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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