What age range does the children's magic show suit?

Ages 3 to 12. For mixed age groups we lead with visual material for 4–8-year-olds and include rope tricks and mind-reading to keep 9–12s engaged. For under-3s a shorter 20-minute show works best.

Does the magician bring their own equipment?

Yes — the magician brings all props, balloons and a sound system. You provide a 3×2m indoor space and a power socket within 10 metres. For outdoor garden parties an indoor backup is required.

Are the performers insured and background-checked?

Every children's magician on our roster holds UAE public liability insurance and has passed a background check. Insurance certificates are available on request for school bookings.

How much does a children's magician cost in Dubai?

Weekday home birthdays typically start from AED 1,800 including balloon models for every child. Premium villa packages, school assemblies and character combos are quoted per event.

Children's Magician in Dubai - Bella Entertainment Agency UAE

Children’s Magician in Dubai

Looking for a children's magician in Dubai who will actually keep a room of thirty 6-year-olds quiet for 45 minutes? Our kids' magic specialists do nothing else — every performer on the Bella children's roster works exclusively with audiences aged 3 to 12, has taught school assemblies as well as luxury villa birthday parties, and carries full public liability insurance plus UAE performance visas.

The show is interactive, noisy (in the good way), completely age-appropriate, and built around a simple principle: children don't want to watch magic, they want to do magic. Every routine ends with a child on their feet, holding the props, getting the laugh. Bella has booked children's magicians across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates for over a decade — from 8-guest villa parties to 400-child school assemblies.

What's Inside a 45-Minute Kids' Magic Show

A standard show runs 45 minutes and includes:

Sponge-ball and silk routines — fast, visual, always works on ages 3–8

Rope and scarf magic — classic effects tightened for short attention spans

Big-reveal illusions — a character (Bugs Bunny, a live dove or a plush parrot) appears from an empty hat or bag

Balloon modelling finale — every child leaves with a sword, sausage dog, giraffe or princess crown

Audience participation throughout — four to six "magician's assistants" get on-stage moments, birthday child always gets the hero role

Optional add-ons: face painting, a themed costume (pirate, wizard, scientist), character visits (princess, superhero), and a "magic lesson" where kids learn three tricks to take home.

Events We Perform At

Birthday parties at home or in villas — Arabian Ranches, Emirates Hills, Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Islands, Meadows, Springs, Dubai Hills

Birthday parties at venues — Play Street, Cheeky Monkeys, Kidzania, Jungle Bay, hotel function rooms

School events — book fairs, fun days, sports days, graduation, Arabic language week, UAE National Day, end-of-term assemblies

Nursery open days and playdates — Dubai British Foundation, JESS, Regent, Raffles, GEMS nurseries

Family brunches — hotel Sunday brunches with dedicated kids' zones

Corporate family days — kids' area activations at company events and product-launch family days

Community centre events — Dubai Ladies Club, park festivals, mosque family iftars

Themes and Costumes

Let us know the party theme when you book and the magician arrives in character:

Pirate magic — pirate hat, parrot puppet, treasure-chest finale

Harry Potter / wizard — robe, wand, "spell" routines with age-appropriate references

Unicorn & princess — glitter wand, rainbow colour-changing silks, tiara balloon finale

Space explorer — flashing jumpsuit, glow-prop routines

Superhero — cape, mask, strength and disappearance effects

Classic tuxedo magician — black tie, top hat, white gloves for a traditional show

If your venue has a specific theme (safari, under-the-sea, jungle, circus), send us a photo of the set-up and we'll match it.

Package Options and Pricing Guide

Package	What's included	Run-time	Best for
Party Magic	45-min magic show + balloon models for every child	45 min + setup	Home birthdays (10–25 kids)
Magic + Activity	45-min show + 30-min face painting OR tattoos	1 h 15 min	Villa parties (20–40 kids)
Deluxe Birthday	Magic + balloons + character visit + photo moment	1 h 30 min	Premium birthdays, hotel parties
School Assembly	2 × 30-min shows (KG + Year 1–6)	1 hour	Schools of up to 200 per show

Exact pricing depends on date, location, guest count, theme and add-ons. Weekday home birthdays in Dubai typically start from AED 1,800 including balloons. School bookings, villa parties and character combos are quoted per event. Firm quote within one business day.

Frequently Asked Questions

What age range does the show suit?

Ages 3 to 12. For groups with a mix of ages we lead with material that grabs the 4–8-year-olds (the visual, noisy tricks) and slip in two or three older-kid moments (rope tricks, mind-reading) to keep 9–12-year-olds engaged. For under-3s we recommend a 20-minute "mini magic" set with extra balloon time.

Does the magician bring everything, or do we provide anything?

The magician brings the show, balloons, sound system and props. You provide the kids, a 3 × 2 m indoor space (any room works — living room, villa garden majlis, school hall) and a power socket within 10 metres. An indoor backup plan is required for outdoor villa parties after May.

What's the setup and performance flow like?

The magician arrives 30 minutes before the start. A 10-minute welcome warm-up (optional if kids are still arriving), the 45-minute show, then 15 minutes of balloon models for every child. The birthday child usually gets the show's hero moment — let us know the child's name and one thing they love.

Is the show in English, Arabic or both?

English by default. We also have magicians who perform full shows in Arabic (Khaleeji or Levantine), and bilingual magicians who switch between the two for mixed-language audiences. Specify at booking.

Can you do an outdoor garden party?

Yes, with two caveats: no direct midday sun (the props don't love 45°C), and an indoor backup for wind and summer humidity. In ideal weather (Oct–April evenings) the garden works beautifully.

Are the performers police-checked and insured?

Every children's magician on our roster holds UAE public liability insurance and a clean background check. We can share insurance certificates on request for school bookings.