Invited to performed for members of the Royal Family in Balmoral Castle
Performed for 2 years in a row at the F1 Grand Prix in Bahrain
Performed for the last 2 years in a row at the Scottish Golf Open
Awarded Two time’s Edinburgh Magic Circle ‘Close Up Magician’ of the Year
Spent 12 years as the Head Master of Magic School at the Edinburgh International Magic Festival
Performed for many A-list celebrities and sport’s stars at parties and weddings
Creator of magic effects for TV magicians & many commercial performers, including the godfather of UK magic Paul Daniels through Gary’s Pro Show Magic company
Commissioned to make JK Rowling appear by magic for the first Harry Potter book launch at Edinburgh Castle, then performed at all the film / book premiers there after
Awarded the Murray Wand for showmanship by SAMS (Scottish Association of Magical Societies)
Awarded the degree of “Associate of the Inner Magic Circle With Silver Star” which is the highest level a Magic Circle member can achieve through examination
Consultant for many TV / Film and theatre projects
Over 100 appearances for the The Gleneagles Hotel including the host / compare for the members show in the Grand Ballroom & Hogmanay at Gleneagles Townhouse Edinburgh

Professional Wedding Magician

Gary James Magician is a full-time professional wedding magician in Edinburgh, Scotland, and the UK.

As a multi-award-winning magician with over 20 years of experience, he will surely add a touch of magic to your special day!

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Gary James Wedding Magician

Wedding Magician for Edinburgh & Across Scotland

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I have been to lots of weddings – including my own! I am always blown away by what a happy, joyous occasion they are. So, I am lucky to do a job where I can be part of a couple’s big celebration and create a seamless, laughter-filled day that you and the guests will never forget.

As a seasoned magical entertainer and the original Scottish Magic Host, I’ve spent over 25 years working at weddings worldwide for audiences big and small. I know exactly what it takes to keep things running smoothly and on time. I’m organised, unflappable, and always ready to go that extra mile to make an occasion memorable.

Wedding Magician Edinburgh and Scotland
Wedding Magician Edinburgh and Scotland
Wedding Magician Edinburgh and Scotland
Wedding Magician Edinburgh and Scotland
Wedding Magician Edinburgh and Scotland
Wedding Magician Edinburgh and Scotland
Wedding Magician Edinburgh and Scotland

Wedding Packages

Reception, Half Day & Full Day

Memorable Wedding Magic Entertainment

Reception Drinks Only Magic

While your guests enjoy reception drinks, Gary James Magician uses his special blend of magic to bring laughter and gasps. It’s a real ice-breaker, bringing together people who’ve never met before and bonding everyone together for your special day.

Gary’s magical entertainment creates a fun atmosphere, calms any pre-camera nerves, and sets up some fantastic photos to capture the looks of amazement.

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Half Day Magic / Host Package

Your Magic Host Making Your Big Day Stress FREE!

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Full-Day Magic / Host Package

Everything In Half-Day Plus More!

With the half-day package, Gary is your Magic Host and entertainer from:

  • From the start of your reception until after the speeches

Gary will introduce the key stages of your day and ensure everyone’s in the right place at the right time in a contemporary twist to the traditional toastmaster.

Gary also adds his special blend of Comedy & Magic to your reception without offending any guests. He will create a relaxed vibe that brings all your family and guests together and gives everyone plenty of laughs and mind-blowing gasps.

From the moment your friends and family arrive, Gary cares for them. As most wait to be photographed, he uses his magical entertainment to entertain and surprise them—perfect for capturing natural, documentary-style snaps. Throughout the reception, Gary keeps everything running smoothly and entertains everyone until you return to the wedding party with perfectly timed introductions and announcements. This will be your most magical, memorable day.

With the full-day package, Gary is your Wedding Host and magical entertainer from:

  • The Reception to the first dance


Please ask about my game’s add-ons, like finishing the Lyric comp, photo bomb dash, and more.

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Greeting guests on arrival
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Key announcements throughout the day
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Introducing the wedding party into the room
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Introducing the speeches
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Managing timings
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Magic during drinks reception & photoshoot
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Mini-show 5/10min before speeches, which helps settle the room
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Professional Bose L1 Pro 8 & S1 Pro PA & Radio Mic included in the price
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Professional Bose S1 PA for background music during drinks Reception
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Both PA systems are available if needed to play your playlists
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Private Performance & Special Gift for the happy couple
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Unlimited planning calls
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Extra Magic Entertainment & Games during the Wedding Breakfast
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Meet & Greet Magic Entertainment for your evening guests arriving
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Liaison with the wedding planner (if required)
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Why Book Gary as Your Wedding Magician?

Full-Time Professional Wedding Magician

Memorable Wedding Magic Entertainment

Bringing Unparalleled Experience to your Special Wedding Day

As one of a very small number of full-time professional performers in the country, you can be reassured that you are 100% in safe hands with a totally focused, experienced professional who has spent 25 years as a full-time performer.

Gary performs only one wedding per day, ensuring that your big day receives the dedicated attention it deserves. (As they say, you only get one chance to make a good first impression.)

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Client Reviews

Wedding Magician Feedback

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The only feedback we have been getting is that everyone had the best time on our wedding day and all thought you were fantastic! There are still some people, (including me!) who are totally stumped at how you pulled off the tricks you did! We cannot thank you enough for helping make our day the most entertaining and memorable day of our lives!!!! You will be recommended to all. Thanks!

Gemma and James at The Norton House Hotel

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Hi Gary how can we thank you enough you made our special day truly magical! it was the icing on the cake, our guests didn’t stop talking about you all night and they are still talking about you 3 weeks later, thank you for making special memories for us all, i can’t recommend you enough to everyone, Thanks so much again.

Emily and Hugh Rose AT Barony Castle

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Hi Gary just a short note to say a million thanks your entertainment during the day last Friday it was above and beyond what we could have ever have hoped for, your a credit to your craft, thanks for keeping everyone in check and entertained during the day you made it totally stress free thank you once again.

Laura and Ronnie Brown at The Gleneagles Hotel

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You really added that something special to our day. Everyone said how amazing you were, even my Mum said your the best magician she has ever seen and she is no spring chicken thanks again Gary!

Dan and Ella at The Mansfield Traquair

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Gary was amazing! He had our guests laughing from beginning until the end of our wedding reception. His magic is really brilliant and he’s very funny and a proper entertainer. All our guests talked about how much they enjoyed him. If you’re looking for a bit of entertainment at a wedding or party then Gary is the man for you! Thanks again Gary for making our special day so magical!

Laura Stevens

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Wow!! Thank you for being our Magical MC, you were the perfect choice for our wedding. The whole day was stress free magical and fun!! … pure class!

Jess & Mark Price at Edinburgh Castle

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Make your special day unforgettable with Gary James, a multi-award-winning professional wedding magician. With over 20 years of experience entertaining in Edinburgh, Scotland, and across the UK, Gary’s incredible magic will captivate your guests and create memories to last a lifetime.