Illusionists for Hire in Riverside

Q: How much do illusionists cost in Riverside?

Hiring illusionists typically costs between $130 and $1,300+, with an average of $500. The price depends on the performer's experience, show duration and the scale of the illusions. Large-scale stage illusions with elaborate props and equipment tend to cost significantly more than smaller-format performances.

Q: What is the difference between an illusionist and a close-up magician?

The illusionists specialise in large-scale visual illusions such as making people appear or vanish, levitation, escape acts and other grand effects. While close-up magicians perform at arm's length, illusionists typically perform on stage for larger audiences.

Q: What events are illusionists suitable for?

Many clients book illusionists for corporate events, gala dinners, theatre shows, product launches, awards ceremonies and large private celebrations where a headline stage act is needed. Illusionist shows are visually spectacular and work well as a focal point for the evening.

Q: Do illusionists have special space or technical requirements?

Most illusionists require a stage area, specific lighting, and sometimes rigging or special effects equipment. Space needs vary depending on the illusions being performed. To get the best results, discuss all technical and staging requirements with the illusionist well in advance.

Q: Do illusionists bring their own equipment?

Most illusionists bring their own props, illusion equipment and often their own lighting and sound. For larger venues, coordination with the venue's technical team may be needed. It is advisable to confirm all equipment and access requirements before booking.

Q: Can I contact multiple suppliers at the same time?

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

Q: How far in advance do we need to book?

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.

Q: How do I book and when do I pay?

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.

Q: How do I get help with something different?

Please browse our help and support section, or if you can't find what you need you can get in touch .

Find 217 professional illusionists available in Riverside, California, United States, rated 5 out of 5 across 901 reviews from real clients. These stage magicians and magic show performers specialize in grand illusions, theatrical presentations, and engaging magical entertainment particularly suited to weddings, parties, and special events.

Of the 217 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Riverside. The other 216 are willing to travel there.

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Rates for professional magic show performers in Riverside range from about $130 to $1,300+, with most professional bookings averaging $500. Pricing reflects performance complexity, equipment requirements and the specialist skills these entertainers bring to events. Premium illusionists with extensive staging and elaborate apparatus typically command higher fees, while talented emerging performers may offer more accessible rates. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 170 enquiries for Illusionists at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 19 October 2026.

Typical first reply

Within 12 hours

59% of enquiries get a reply within a day

How early people enquire

About three weeks

63% enquire less than a month before the event

Busiest months

August to December

54% of events take place in these months

How far suppliers travel

About 35 miles

For the 62% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Illusionists available in Riverside

5/5 from 901 reviews

magicIAN show "We had MagicIAN at our son's 8th grade promotion party. We had approximately 35 guests, ranging in age from 10-70. All the guests were enthralled with MagicIAN. He began the evening with small group entertainment as they ate appetizers, and then he moved into a dinner show as the guests at their meals. He was punctual, professional and entertaining! Well worth the money! -Yelp Review 6/25/2021" Based in Anaheim, California (31 miles from Riverside) Caren D. - Grad Party

BRIAN ARKELL MAGIC "Solid Talent and a Nice Guy! I recommend him for your next holiday event or party." Based in Los Angeles, California (49 miles from Riverside) Alison C - Holiday Party

Hypnotists and Psychic Entertainment "Highly engaging and thought provoking! Brandon is a delight to be around and well worth the hours spent trying to figure out, "How did he do that?" Five stars are not enough to describe what he has to offer and I hope to see him perform again sometime soon." Based in Los Angeles, California (49 miles from Riverside) Darren Holtzman - Bat Mitzvah

Disclosure Artist "Very well done..Great imagination and interesting subjects..would hire him for parties n Gatherings..Any age..would enjoy this kind of magic.." Based in Los Angeles, California (49 miles from Riverside) Party Planner - Private Gathering

Jeffrey Wang "Jeffrey is one of the few magicians that have INVENTED his own SYSTEM for sleight of hand! He didn’t just invent a move, or a trick, or a routine… but an entirely new system for coin magic! I have had the pleasure of meeting him early in his career and have since seen him perform in China, the US, and Canada. He has a lot of ideas and the chops to make them happen! A rare talent indeed! I’ll be following his career with great interest!" Based in Los Angeles, California (49 miles from Riverside) Kemin Zhang - Private Magic Show

Jerred Lockard "Jerred has an accomplished talent for magic. His performance wowed us and left us wanting more. I highly recommend this awesome performer!!" Based in Palm Springs, California (50 miles from Riverside) Karl Krebs - Private home showing

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Hiring illusionists typically costs between $130 and $1,300+, with an average of $500. The price depends on the performer's experience, show duration and the scale of the illusions. Large-scale stage illusions with elaborate props and equipment tend to cost significantly more than smaller-format performances.

The illusionists specialise in large-scale visual illusions such as making people appear or vanish, levitation, escape acts and other grand effects. While close-up magicians perform at arm's length, illusionists typically perform on stage for larger audiences.

Many clients book illusionists for corporate events, gala dinners, theatre shows, product launches, awards ceremonies and large private celebrations where a headline stage act is needed. Illusionist shows are visually spectacular and work well as a focal point for the evening.

Most illusionists require a stage area, specific lighting, and sometimes rigging or special effects equipment. Space needs vary depending on the illusions being performed. To get the best results, discuss all technical and staging requirements with the illusionist well in advance.

Most illusionists bring their own props, illusion equipment and often their own lighting and sound. For larger venues, coordination with the venue's technical team may be needed. It is advisable to confirm all equipment and access requirements before booking.

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.

Please browse our help and support section, or if you can't find what you need you can get in touch.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do illusionists cost in Riverside?

What is the difference between an illusionist and a close-up magician?

What events are illusionists suitable for?

Do illusionists have special space or technical requirements?

Do illusionists bring their own equipment?

Can I contact multiple suppliers at the same time?

How far in advance do we need to book?

How do I book and when do I pay?

How do I get help with something different?

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