Canadian comedy magician headlines festival featuring multiple shows daily and special family programming.
The Melbourne Magic Festival is set to enchant audiences with its comprehensive program of magical entertainment featuring international guest Eric LeClerc from Canada. The festival offers multiple shows daily across its Arrow Hub venue, with organisers recommending visitors arrive at least 30 minutes before showtime to explore the Magic Universe Magic Shop and participate in pre-show activities.
The Melbourne Magic Festival has already seen strong advance bookings, with two shows completely sold out including The Australian Junior Championships of Magic and The Eric LeClerc Lecture. Several other performances are approaching capacity, indicating the festival’s growing popularity among Melbourne audiences seeking family-friendly entertainment.
Melbourne Magic Festival
- Where: Arrow Hub, Melbourne Central
- When: Multiple dates in July 2025
- Transport: Tram stop 4, Queensberry St/Swanston St
- Shows: 12-13 different performances each evening
- Special guest: Eric LeClerc from Canada
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Eric LeClerc brings impressive credentials as a two-time Canadian Magic Champion with extensive television experience including hosting Tricked on Disney+ and appearing on National Geographic’s Brain Games. His performance style combines comedy with high-energy magic, having entertained audiences from Las Vegas’s Rio Casino to major television networks including his recent work on Big Trick Energy for TruTV and Netflix.
The festival caters particularly well to families, with organisers providing detailed age recommendations for different shows. Pre-school to primary audiences can enjoy performances like Once Upon A Rhyme and The Travelling Book Emporium, while older children have access to shows including Close Up Tragic and Conjuring College.
Additional festival features include Ben & Jerry’s ice cream cart service from 11am to 2pm daily, discounted dining partnerships with local restaurants, and evening entertainment options at the Magic Central Bar. Visitors can maximise their experience by attending multiple shows in one evening, with organisers suggesting careful planning to see up to three performances per night.
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