How much does a birthday party magician cost?

How much should you realistically expect to pay for a kids birthday party?

I have no intention of infuriating you or avoiding a direct answer to a direct question by giving you that classic non-committal lawyers response of… it depends. But the truth is that it really does depend on a number of factors.

These factors include but are not limited to the length of the show and your briefing on exactly what is to be expected.

My advice is that to avoid disappointments you should get a contract if possible stating exactly what will be expected. Alternatively make an effort to view demo videos if your party magician has them. That way you will have a much clearer idea of how far your money will go.

In this day and age it is not realistic to pay $150 and then expect the full treatment and a big elaborate show. It will just not happen. It is useful to note that the kind of magicians who charge low fees like this are part timers and in most cases will only get you disappointed and frustrated by canceling at the last minute or not delivering the kind of show that is worth your time, money and effort.

Good magicians are highly skilled and talented performers who will need to spend a lot of time and effort even before the show preparing and perfecting their routine. This is why you must get really suspicious and apprehensive if the charge is too cheap, chances are that the results will be equally cheap and undesirable.

Still, you can also keep the costs for the show low and thus contribute to a lower bill by ensuring that your entertainer is thoroughly briefed on what to expect. Take the trouble to discuss and think through such details as enough lighting for the show, adequate space as well as a shaded area a amongst other small details that will reassure your performer that they will not have any nasty surprises that they are not quite prepared for or that will add to their expenses.

It also helps if you book well in advance, actually as far in advance as you possibly can.

If you follow these simple tips then chances are that you will have no disappointments and that instead you will be delighted that your money will have been well spent in delighting your loved one and their young guests with a memorable show that they will never forget.