The Best Time to Have a Wedding Magician Performing at Your Wedding
When planning a wedding, it’s important to consider every aspect of the day, including wedding entertainment. A great way to add a unique and special touch to your wedding is to hire a wedding magician. Not only will they provide entertainment, but they’ll also give your guests an experience they’ll never forget! So, when is the best time to have a wedding magician performing at your wedding? Read on to find out!
The Drinks Reception
The Drinks Reception is a great time to have a magician performing at your wedding. It provides an extra element of entertainment and helps to break the ice as guests arrive so they aren't constantly checking their watch or talking about the weather (because let's face it, that’s what we always talk about!). During this time, it can feel like a bit of a lull in the day, especially if there are 100 group shots to capture! With drinks in hand and plenty of time to socialize, your guests will love the unique experience of a little close-up entertainment!
Michelle White Photography at Holmewood Hall
Not to mention that it's a great way to make sure your wedding is as special as possible - because there's nothing like a wedding magician to make your big day truly memorable! After all, what's a wedding without a little show-stopping entertainment? It's almost like a wedding isn't complete without one of these magical performers!
Fun Fact about drinks receptions - even if you don’t opt for a fully stocked bar, you can still provide a signature drink for your guests. This could be a cocktail or a mocktail created especially for the occasion and served in an attractive and memorable way..
Captured by Roxy at Chippenham Park
Wedding Breakfast
When it comes to a wedding breakfast, having a magician can be a great way to keep the guests entertained while the food is served. Sometimes the wedding breakfast can be 3 or even 4 courses. Magicians are particularly useful during this part of the day when the guests are waiting for their meal, as they can provide light entertainment that won’t distract from the speeches and other special moments. Having a magician at your wedding breakfast also means that there’s less time for guests to get bored and chat amongst themselves, which can help to ensure that everyone is engaged in the proceedings.
When deciding on the best time to book a magician during your wedding breakfast, it’s important to bear in mind that you don’t want them to take away from any other activities that are taking place. A good rule of thumb is to book the magician before or after any readings or speeches have been made. This gives you plenty of time for the magician to wow your guests with their tricks, without taking away from the wedding breakfast itself.
Thomas Barstow Photography at Prestwold Hall
It’s also important to think about the atmosphere you want to create for your guests. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, then a magician may not be the best option – it could be better to opt for background music or entertainment such as a live singer. However, if you’re looking to inject some energy and excitement into your wedding breakfast, then booking a professional magician or even a Magical EMCEE could be just what you need.
All in all, having a magician at your wedding breakfast is an excellent way to keep your guests entertained in between courses. Whether you’re looking for an energetic performance or something more subtle, booking a professional magician will ensure that your guests have an amazing experience that they won’t forget in a hurry.
Fun fact - Included in my Magical Wedding EMCEE services, not only do I perform close-up entertainment during the meal, I also help to compare the speeches (to help with the flow and help with any nerves during speaking) and I also perform a mini show to warm up all the guests before hosting the speeches at the wedding breakfast. Want to find out more? Click here or head to the button below to read my blog “5 reasons why every wedding needs a (magical) Toastmaster!
Turnover / Evening Reception
Booking a wedding magician is an excellent way to entertain guests during the turnover or evening reception. This is the time of your wedding when people have finished their meal, and are looking for something to keep them entertained before they dance the night away. A magician can provide a unique and captivating form of entertainment that will keep your guests engaged and amused.
Bubear Photography / Kaylee Bull Photography at Burghley House Stamford
Having a magician performing at this time of your wedding can break the ice between guests who may not know each other and get the party started. These performances can be tailored to fit in with the theme of your wedding, which will add a personal touch to the evening.
With a wedding magician, you also have the opportunity to entertain all of your guests in a more intimate setting like a mini-show making them feel included and part of the celebration. Additionally, a magician can create a relaxed atmosphere where everyone can enjoy themselves without feeling pressured.
Having a wedding magician performing at your turnover or evening reception will give your guests something special to remember and talk about long after the wedding has finished. The great thing about having a wedding magician performing during the turnover or evening reception is that it can really add a unique element of surprise and delight to the evening. Plus, it's the perfect way to keep your guests entertained and break up any lulls in the conversation. And of course, it's always a good idea to have something fun for people to do after they've had a few drinks and the music has started! As the old saying goes, "If you can't beat them, magic them!"
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