Best Magic Shows (in America) 2025!

Of course you've heard of the biggest magicians and illusionists of our time who perform with those big LAS VEGAS Illusion shows or NEW YORK CITY Magic Shows, but there's more to magic than the handful of performers that have seven (or eight!?!?!) figure marketing budgets. Today, you can see magic and illusions shows in almost every part of the United States that are fabulous and a REAL TREAT for a special evening out. The best way to find these gems near you is to ask working magicians where their favorite shows are located... and that's exactly what we've done for you. So, if you search for "magic shows near me", we're sharing our list of the Top Magic Shows in the United States (alphabetical by state).

Best Arizona Magic Shows

• Carnival of Illusion Theater

  100 N 1st Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
  100 N 1st Street
  Phoenix, AZ 85004

  

  Experience the GREATEST MAGICIANS as seen on America's Got Talent, Penn & Teller's Fool Us, Masters of Illusion, The Illusionists, Broadway, the Vegas Strip, and MORE. This is an interactive Up-Close Experience where you can see the BEST of the BEST right here in Arizona. Calling all Magic lovers, THIS IS IT! Jump into a UNIQUE night PERFECT for date-nights, anniversaries, birthdays, and special evenings. CHECK AVAILABILITY AND FEATURED GUEST ARTISTS!

Best California Magic Shows

• Black Rabbit Rose

  1719 N Hudson Ave, Hollywood
  1719 N Hudson Ave
  Los Angeles, CA 90028

  

  With just a 40 seat beautiful intimate theater, the Black Rabbit Rose presents magic up-close with dinner and a speak-easy bar feel. Shows run Thursday, Fridays, and Saturdays and feature magicians, burlesque, comediennes, and a host of vaudevillian inspired entertainers. PS. Remember it's cool time so wear something that won't embarrass your partner.

• David Minkin

  LA Biltmore Hotel
  506 S Grand Ave
  Los Angeles, CA 90071

  Selective Dates

  

  Come see one of the world’s premier close-up magicians perform his full evening show with two locations to choose from, the fabulous Biltmore LA or the Majestic Garden Hotel. David will perform his breathtaking show just inches from you, as he welcomes you into a unique world of infinite possibilities. The show features original magic beautifully paired with authentic personal narrative. Watch as solid objects melt through one another, witness time travel, experience mind reading, and be inspired by the personal narrative that weaves it all together.
  
  David won the coveted title of International Champion of Magic from the world’s largest organization of magicians, and his show provides you with a wondrous experience like no other. Transcend reality with David’s original, world-renowned magic.

• Magic Castle

  7001 Franklin Ave, Hollywood
  7001 Franklin Ave
  Los Angeles, CA 90028

  

  The Magic Castle is a private club for magicians and magic enthusiasts with multiple magical performances every night. This is the mecca for magicians in the United States and was the home to legendary in-house magicians in the '60s. Although this may be the most difficult theater to enter on this list if you don't know a magician, one secret is to contact the performers for the evening you want to visit and request a guest pass. Yes, you'll have to pay for parking, door entry, and dinner, but it's a beautiful Victorian mansion with expensive drinks, a great view, and oh yeah, lots of magic.

• Marvyn's Magic Theater

  46630 Washington St, La Quinta
  46630 Washington St
  La Quinta, CA 92253

  

  Marvyn's Magic Theater is where magic, comedy and variety happen five days a week. This lounge / theater / magical curio shop hosts different performers every week, so there is always something new to see at Marvyn's. They promise that each show will have audience participation, fun and the opportunity for some pre or post show cocktails in the lounge.

• San Francisco Magic Theater

  419 O'Farrell St, San Francisco
  419 O'Farrell St
  San Francisco, CA 94102

  

  Using the backdrop of a Moroccan restaurant, Jay Alexander presents his comedy, magic, and mentalism Thursday through Sunday evenings. One hour before his show, he performs sleight-of-hand magic at your table. Jay is a talented magician and often invites other San Francisco performers to share his stage for a fun magical evening.

• Illusion Magic Lounge

  1418 4th St, Santa Monica
  1418 4th St
  Santa Monica, CA 90401

  

  Featuring a stage with 150 seats, and a lounge for close-up magic, this theater (formerly Magicopolis) invites local and international magicians to perform every weekend. This is also a great location for private parties whether it's a Saturday morning children's birthday party or a corporate event at night, they will have you under their magical spell.

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