Oliver RoyThe 5 best magicians in Montreal for a highly entertaining performance
Our company’s gathering last year was close to an awkward networking event. Polite laughter, too many shrimp cocktails, and a man attempting small talk about reports.
Then a magician took the stage. Within minutes, everyone was captivated—jaws dropped, loud laughter everywhere, and even the CFO was cheering like a kid at a carnival.
So when we started planning for this year’s year-end party, we knew one thing: we needed a magician even better than the last. We set out to find the most talented magicians in Montreal, the ones who know exactly how to captivate any crowd.
Here are the ones that stood out to us, and who we thought can turn your next event into pure magic!
How much does hiring a magician cost in Montreal?
Hiring a magician in Montreal costs anywhere from $300 to over $10,000, depending on the magician’s experience, the type of event, and the duration of the performance.
How we chose the best magicians in Montreal
1. Yan the Magician
Address: 4649 St Laurent Blvd suite 6
Phone: +1 514 374 0199
Business hours: Available 24/7
We recommend Yan for children’s parties, as he has extensive experience performing for them.
What’s great is that his kids’ parties’ performance goes beyond magic. He makes balloon toys after the show, which many kids love.
Many people said he always delivers an engaging performance — a show that captures his audience’s attention from start to finish. This is a plus, as we all want a performer who’ll truly bring a show worth watching.
What’s even better is that he has experience performing in various settings. Aside from children’s parties, he also brings fun to festivals, retirement homes, and more.
One of the unique acts he does is performing at libraries, a perfect choice for school events. One of the inclusions in this performance is teaching some lucky audiences a basic magic trick, which makes his sets even more engaging.
The only drawback is that he sometimes takes a long time to respond to inquiries through email. One person we spoke to said two days had passed before he replied.
Yan was incredible
“Yan was incredible! Cannot recommend highly enough! Around 20 kids for an 8 year old’s birthday party in the middle of winter… it was chaos but then Yan arrived. He brought zen and calm to them all and fascinated them with his amazing show and tricks. Not only did he amaze the kids but also the adults there. He taught all of the party guests how to do tricks and many of them now want to become magicians like Yan! Thank you so much for an amazing event, Yan!”
-Simon Brown, Google Review
Will continue to recommend him to friends and colleagues
“Enthralled and dazzled both kids and adults – Yan le Magicien truly gave us a magical time today! Professional, on-time and delivered a wonderful performance. Kind and gentle to small kids while keeping everyone entertained and laughing throughout. Many of the parents commented how wonderful Yan was! We had our small party in an open park and Yan kindly let a few other children join. Have recommended Yan on our local parent group and will continue to recommend him to friends and colleagues!”
-QH Wang, Google Review
2. Bao Magic
Phone: +1 438 801 4988
Business hours: Available 24/7
For those having a big event with hundreds of guests, Bao Magic is worth checking out. The founder, Bao, can bring up to five fellow magicians with him to ensure no part of the large crowd is left unentertained.
What’s great is that they don’t just stay on the stage throughout the whole performance. They’ll engage the crowd, allowing them to actively participate and see the sleight-of-hand tricks up close.
Not only that, they also perform mentalism, which adds variety to their performance. They can read a guest’s thoughts or even the card they’re holding, which never fails to impress their audience.
We also appreciate how good Bao is at communicating. Former clients we talked to said that he’s very easy to talk to before, during, and even after the event. We found this true when one of our researchers reached out to him and got a response immediately.
However, Bao and his team only perform at formal events, such as corporate gatherings and wedding ceremonies. If you’re planning a children’s party, it’s best to look elsewhere.
I can’t recommend him highly enough for anyone
“Bao brought pure enchantment to my dad’s birthday celebration this past weekend! His performance was mesmerizing, seamlessly blending jaw-dropping illusions with a warm, engaging presence that captivated both kids and adults alike. The show was interactive, leaving everyone laughing, amazed, and wondering, ‘How did he do that?’ Bao’s professionalism and ability to create a personalized, family-friendly experience made the day truly unforgettable. I can’t recommend him highly enough for anyone looking to add a touch of magic to their special occasions! ✨”
-Tiffany Lai, Google Review
Bao was absolutely phenomenal
“Bao was absolutely phenomenal at our Grand Opening event! He performed walkaround magic — a mix of sleight of hand and mentalism — for over 300 guests throughout the evening, and without exaggeration — everyone was talking about him. His charisma, charm, and mind-blowing effects created intimate, unforgettable moments that truly amazed people. Bao didn’t just entertain — he connected with our guests and elevated the energy of the entire event. We couldn’t have asked for a better addition to our celebration. Thank you, Bao!”
-Deven Ye, Google Review
3. John Vincelli
Phone: +1 514 570 5646
Business hours: Available 24/7
Many of John’s previous clients we talked to praised him for his captivating humour. He’s not just a performer, but also a comedian who sneaks in jokes before unfolding every trick.
Another thing people appreciate is his punctuality. He arrives at the venue at almost the exact agreed time, not too early, nor too late. We find this convenient for clients, as their preparation will not be interrupted upon his arrival.
When it comes to his actual performance, he captures the audience through a mix of close-up magic and mentalism. He performs card tricks and mind-reading right in the face of the lucky people in the crowd.
His ability to deliver a bilingual show is also an advantage. It’s beneficial for events with English and French-speaking guests.
That said, he can’t be hired for children’s parties. He only accepts bookings for formal events, such as corporate parties.
He was absolutely fantastic
“We had the pleasure of having John Vincelli perform at our Christmas party, and he was absolutely fantastic! His magic captivated everyone in the room, from start to finish. John has a natural charisma and an engaging style that made the experience unforgettable. The tricks were mind-blowing, and the interactive elements kept the audience entertained and laughing throughout. We highly recommend John for any event—he truly made our celebration magical!”
-Zineb Oudad, Google Review
Would definitely recommend for any wedding reception
“We had John come and perform to our wedding reception and he was wonderful! He was the perfect bit of fun to keep our guests entertained during the 3 course dinner. We opted for the meet and greet option where he would go see every table one at the time and perform a few tricks with them. This was so much better than a show in front of everyone because everyone got to participate. All our guests told us that they loved this part of the night! John offered very competitive prices but he went above and beyond on his performances. We were all shocked by the trucks and we had such a great time having him! Would definitely recommend for any wedding reception!!”
-Sofia Arrieta, Google Review
4. Monsieur Magic
Address: 7028 Rue Marie Rollet
Phone: +1 514 944 5525
Business hours: Available 24/7
One of Monsieur Magic’s advantages is their experience in performing at various gatherings. They’ve performed at private events, daycares, and restaurants, a strong sign that they’re great at adjusting their approach.
While they do perform in various settings, their speciality lies in children’s parties. They’re especially great at making objects disappear with the birthday celebrant’s magic word. They let the celebrant shine throughout the show, which many parents appreciate.
Moreover, we love the additional ventriloquism performance they offer. It aligns well with their speciality. It’s something that kids find extremely entertaining and amazing.
What sets them apart, though, is the virtual magic shows they offer. All the tricks they perform live can be enjoyed via Zoom, making it a perfect icebreaker for virtual events, corporate or not.
We just wish they’d be more respectful of people’s time. Some clients said that the team arrived almost an hour late.
Highly recommend
“We arranged for a magic show by Monsieur Magic for our two daughters birthday. Mr.Jonathan did a marvellous show. During the whole magic show, he kept the kids and the parents engaged. My daughters and her friends really liked the show and had a lot of fun. They still talk about it after couple of days. Overall it was a great and fun magic show which everybody loved it !! Highly recommended.”
-Chidambaram V, Google Review
Would highly recommend for families
“We had Monsieur Magic come to our home, for our son’s 7th birthday. He was outstanding. Our group consisted of about 15 people ranging from 3 to 85, and everyone was entertained AND engaged for the complete hour. He was funny, spontaneous, and very interactive with us. Worth every penny, as he also provided a small gift for the birthday boy and his brother, along with some follow-up material for online learning. Would highly recommend for families (with or without kids).”
-James D’Silva, Google Review
5. Animation Rêve Magique
Address: 12707 52e Avenue
Phone: +1 514 952 9992
Business hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6 AM – 11:45 PM
Animation Rêve Magique’s over two decades of experience are really impressive. For us, their 22 years of existence mean that they’re appreciated by many, and the people we spoke to proved that.
Many people love the theatrical feeling they bring to the venue. A themed setting, a singing fairy, and a couple of animals make their shows more than magic. We found their shows suitable for a range of audiences, kids or adults.
They also have a great selection of children’s party packages. There’s an interactive show where the birthday celebrant will make a rabbit disappear, one with free balloon toys, and much more.
They don’t stick to one magic type too. They can do close-up magic, mentalism, and illusionism. A night with card tricks, mind-reading, and floating objects would surely be memorable to guests.
We were only concerned about the fact that they’ve cancelled performances before at the last minute without a solid reason. This is really frustrating, especially on the event organizer’s part.
I recommend without hesitation
“I used Patrick for my daughter’s 4th birthday party. He was punctual, professional and very friendly. His show was perfectly suited to the little ones, who remained captivated from start to finish, and even the adults had fun. I sincerely think that it was the best investment I could have made for this birthday rather than putting all the budget into food and decorations, which would not have left a lasting memory, this show really left its mark on my daughter and made the party memorable. I recommend without hesitation!”
-Raja Dridi, Google Review
The children were delighted
“Very friendly! The children were delighted. The tricks were very well done. It’s incredible how calm the animals are. We have a dog at home, and they were very well behaved. My dog is quite calm himself, but still… Poudrier also does good “inside” parenting☺️ Great show! We highly recommend it.”
-Bruno Tremblay, Google Review
