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Sydney Festival of Magic & Illusion

Get ready for four extraordinary days of magic, mind reading, illusion and impossible moments as the Sydney Festival of Magic & Illusion arrives from 8–11 October 2026.

Bringing together an exciting line-up of magicians, illusionists and mind readers, the festival transforms Sydney into a celebration of everything magical. From astonishing close-up magic performed just metres away to spectacular stage shows, mind-bending mentalism and entertainment for the whole family, there’s something for everyone to discover.

Across four packed days, audiences can choose from a diverse program of individual shows, each offering a completely different experience. See seasoned professionals alongside fresh talent, discover new styles of magic and experience performances designed for adults, families and magic fans of all ages.

Whether you love clever sleight of hand, impossible predictions, psychological illusions or simply the feeling of seeing something you can’t explain, the festival is your chance to experience magic live and up close.

Come for one show or make a day of it and explore several performances across the festival program.

Perfect for families, date nights, groups of friends and anyone looking for something different to do in Sydney this October.

Sydney Festival of Magic & Illusion
8–11 October 2026

Four days. Incredible performers. Countless impossible moments.

See the full program and choose your shows today.

Event details

Venue: Regent Theatre Richmond
Bookings: https://festivalofmagic.com.au
Start Date: Thursday 08 October 2026

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