Why Gen Z are hiring magicians for their parties

Luke Osey meeting the guests, after performing an intimate show.

Recently, videos have gone viral of magicians performing full-blown shows right in someone’s living room. It’s not just a quirky TikTok trend — it’s becoming a real thing. But why are Gen-Z (and plenty of others) suddenly booking magicians for their private parties in Edinburgh and across the UK?

Why Book a Magician?

A magician is the ultimate party guest. Magic is highly visual, which makes it perfect for filming and sharing on social media. Guests get to experience the entertainment live in the moment, and then relive it again (and again) online. Those unforgettable reactions — the gasps, the laughter, the “no way!” — are exactly the kind of content people love to share.

Different Styles of Magic for Different Parties

Not every magician performs the same way. While some of the viral videos show big illusionists with dramatic props (which are amazing in their own right), that might not suit every gathering.

That’s where tailoring comes in:

• Walk-around magic works brilliantly for larger events, like corporate parties or weddings in Edinburgh, where a magician mingles with guests and performs up-close miracles right in their hands.

• Parlour shows are perfect for smaller groups (10–40 people). Everyone gathers together for a shared, interactive experience that they’ll be talking about for years.

My own style is more modern — blending comedy, magic, and mind-reading — designed to connect with audiences in a fun, contemporary way.

More Affordable Than You Might Think

Here’s the big question: what does it cost? The answer is, probably less than you expect. You could book a private, intimate magic show in your own home for around £25 per person (based on a group of 20). That’s a lot of entertainment for less than the price of a night out.

Book a Magician in Edinburgh & Beyond

If you’re planning a Halloween party, a festive night out, or a Christmas corporate event in Edinburgh, Scotland, or anywhere across the UK, now’s the time to book. My November diary is nearly full, but I still have space for some Halloween and December holiday parties.

So if you’re looking for unforgettable, affordable entertainment that your guests will talk about long after the decorations come down — let’s make it magical.

Contact me to find out how I can make your event more magical.