From close-up magic during drinks receptions to unforgettable after-dinner performances and professional event hosting - creating memorable experiences for weddings, corporate events and private parties across the UK and internationally.
Where do we even start with Matthew?!
A magician was something we had always said we wanted at our wedding, and thank God we did — because what we got was so much more than a magician. We got a magical host, wedding coordinator, MC and magician all rolled into one, and somehow Matthew did it all so effortlessly.
From our very first planning call, Matthew completely understood our vibe and truly understood the assignment. He knew exactly what we wanted our day to feel like and brought so much personality, energy and fun to it.
From getting everyone seated, to close-up magic during those quieter in-between moments, to an incredible performance during our wedding breakfast, plus a special performance just for us as bride and groom — he was constantly adding little moments of magic throughout the day. And somehow, alongside all of that, he was checking in on us, making sure we were okay and even offering us a quick freshen up with a mint and some deodorant so we were ready for the evening! 😂
He became so much more than entertainment. He was part of the flow of our day, helping things run smoothly, keeping everyone entertained and making sure we were looked after. He made everything feel so personal and so incredibly special.
And then came a moment that we will never forget.
Matthew had delivered such a heartfelt message about our memory ledge and the loved ones who couldn’t be there with us. He then did some close-up magic with me and Jordan, where we somehow chose a film scene through numbers and cards. The film that appeared in the trick? The Wizard of Oz.
What Matthew didn’t know was that The Wizard of Oz was one of our grandparent’s favourite films, and they had sadly passed away just one week before our wedding. We had never told Matthew this, so he could never have known what that moment would mean to us or to some of our guests. It was one of those incredibly emotional, surreal moments that felt almost too perfect to be a coincidence — and it is something we will carry with us forever.
People are STILL talking about Matthew and the magic he brought to our day. He created moments that made people laugh, moments that left everyone completely stunned, and moments that genuinely meant something to us.
Our wedding simply wouldn’t have been what it was without him.
Matthew, thank you will never be enough. You didn’t just perform at our wedding — you became part of it, part of the memories and part of the story we’ll be telling for years to come.
We feel so lucky that we found you, and we genuinely hope our paths cross again one day in the future.
If you’re thinking about booking a magician for your wedding, book Matthew. You’ll get so much more than magic — you’ll get someone who truly cares about making your day unforgettable. ✨🤍
Abbie and Jordan
Matthew was the perfect addition to our hen party!
If you are looking for a brilliant magician, book Matthew! We hired him for a hen party and he was amazing. Communication before the event was great; he was super responsive to emails and happy to tailor the afternoon exactly to what we wanted.
On the day, Matthew arrived right on time, brought so much energy, and did a brilliant toast for the bride. He is funny, incredibly nice, and managed to entertain guests of all ages. Everyone kept commenting on how fantastic he was! The magic show was awesome and left us all completely baffled. The table magic was awesome. We would highly recommend and would definitely book Matthew again. Thanks so much!
Matthew was absolutely fantastic at our Annual Charity Golf Day at Pavenham Park Golf Club. From the moment he arrived, he engaged brilliantly with our guests and created a real buzz around the event.
His close-up magic was simply incredible, leaving our customers completely amazed and wondering how he did it. He worked the room effortlessly, interacting with everyone in a friendly, professional, and entertaining way. The reactions from our guests were priceless – people were genuinely in awe of his talent and many commented afterwards about how much they enjoyed his performances.
Matthew was a pleasure to work with and added something truly special to the day. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a magician who can captivate an audience and create unforgettable moments.
We had Matthew perform his magic at our wedding vow renewal. He was fabulous. All of our guests were thoroughly entertained. He is very clever and utterly charming. Thank you Matthew.
Matthew Garrett is one of the UK's top magicians and will excite and amaze any audience in any situation, Close-Up, small groups or full-on Stage performances.
Matthew recently lectured to our Magic Club and gave us an unforgettable and amazingly magical experience.
I had the pleasure of working alongside Matthew at a black-tie birthday celebration in Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire, catering for around 350 guests celebrating an 18th, 21st and 60th birthday.
As a fellow entertainer on the event, I got to see first-hand the impact his magic had throughout the evening.
The reactions he generated were outstanding. Everywhere he performed there were strong audible reactions, laughter, applause and genuine amazement from guests of all ages. People were talking about the tricks long after he'd moved on, and it was clear that he added a huge amount to the atmosphere of the event.
The organisers had also booked singing waiters, so there was plenty of entertainment on offer, yet Matthew’s magic still stood out and was consistently drawing crowds and creating memorable moments.
He was professional, approachable and a pleasure to work with throughout.
If you're looking for a magician who can engage a large audience, create unforgettable reactions and leave guests talking about your event for all the right reasons, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Matthew.
We booked Matthew for our wedding after seeing him at the national wedding show. We were not looking for a magician, but as soon as we saw his display we could not think of missing him on the day!
Thankfully he was still available and performed a range of brilliant magic tricks. After the event we have had so many messages saying how amazing he was. We could not have wished for a better addition to our day.
Matthew, thank you for entertaining our guests. You are head and shoulders above anyone else we have seen! Would happily book you again/ recommend to anyone who needs a magician.
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Matthew Garrett is a full-time, award-winning magician with over 20 years’ experience performing at weddings, corporate events and private parties across the UK and internationally.
A member of The Magic Circle and one of fewer than 250 magicians worldwide to hold the prestigious Member of The Inner Magic Circle, Matthew is recognised as one of the leading close-up magicians in the UK.
Over 20 years performing and hosting professionally at events across the UK and internationally
Matthew performs at 200+ events every year for weddings, corporate events and luxury brands.
Trusted by global brands including Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Ralph Lauren and Hilton, with features on BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Sky.
Performed internationally across 18 cities in Italy in 2026, including for crowds of up to 20,000 people in Abu Dhabi.
Meet Matthew Garrett
Award-winning magician, wedding host and master of ceremonies with more than 20 years of experience entertaining at weddings, corporate events and private celebrations around the world.
From performing at luxury hotels in Dubai and major international events to entertaining guests at intimate family celebrations across the UK, my passion has always been the same: bringing people together through unforgettable moments of amazement, laughter and fun.