
Steve Spade
Merlin Award Winner · Ireland's Most Sought-After Wedding Entertainer
2023 Merlin Award Winner · Outstanding Magic & Escapology
5-Star Rated by Couples
“The talk of the entire day”
Shane Long · International Footballer
Merlin Award
2023 Winner
As seen on
RTÉ · BBC · Discovery

Wedding Magic
County Armagh's beautiful cathedral city, rolling Orchard County countryside, and warm community hospitality create a genuinely inviting setting for a wedding celebration — and Steve Spade's close-up magic adds an extraordinary dimension of delight to your special day. Whether you're celebrating at Newforge Country House, the Armagh City Hotel, or one of the county's charming venues, Steve's drinks reception magic brings every guest into the joy and excitement of your day.
What to Expect
While you're taking photographs, Steve circulates among your guests — performing astonishing close-up magic that breaks the ice, warms the room, and gets everyone smiling.
As guests are seated for dinner, Steve visits each table with intimate, personalised magic — creating moments so special your guests will still be talking about them at the anniversary.
For after-dinner entertainment, Steve can perform a full stage show including his legendary escape acts — a breathtaking, romantic finale to your perfect day.
Armagh
Armagh weddings have a warm, community-centred character that Steve's magic captures perfectly. His close-up performances create personal, intimate moments for every guest, while his stage shows deliver the kind of spectacular entertainment that ensures your Armagh wedding is remembered as something truly special.
Venues Steve has performed at in Armagh
500+
Weddings Performed
5★
Couples' Rating
15+
Years Experience
2023
Merlin Award
Reviews
“Thank you so much for doing your tricks at our wedding!! Everyone was blown away!”
Shane Long
International Footballer
“The best magician I have ever seen”
Paul O'Connell
Former Munster/Ireland/Lions Rugby player
“Unbelievable OMG.... Burn Him!!”
Dermot Whelan & Dave Moore
Today FM Presenters
FAQ
The most popular slot is the drinks reception — typically 45–90 minutes while the wedding party takes photographs. Steve can also perform table-to-table during dinner and after dinner as a stage show. Many couples choose a combination for maximum impact.
Pricing depends on duration and performance type. Steve offers packages for drinks reception only, dinner entertainment, and full evening packages. Contact us for a personalised quote based on your Armagh venue and guest numbers.
Popular Armagh wedding dates — especially summer Saturdays — book up quickly. We recommend securing your entertainment 6–12 months in advance, particularly for sought-after venues during peak season.
Magic works for every age from 5 to 95. Steve adjusts his style and humour to suit each group — he's particularly brilliant with children while keeping adults completely captivated at the same time.
Yes — Steve's escape acts are available as an after-dinner stage show and create an electrifying finale to the evening. Particularly popular at larger weddings with a dedicated stage area in the function room.
Get in Touch
Tell us your wedding date and venue and we'll get back to you within 24 hours with availability and a personalised package.