
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 Antrim's spectacular venues — from the legendary Galgorm Resort to the romantic Ballygally Castle on the Antrim coast — create some of the most breathtaking wedding settings in Ireland. Steve Spade's close-up magic during your Antrim wedding drinks reception adds a personal, joyful dimension to that beautiful setting, creating moments of genuine amazement that bring every guest into the celebration together.
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.
Antrim
Antrim weddings tend to be warm, direct, and genuinely celebratory — and Steve's magic is perfectly matched to that Northern Irish character. His close-up performances create intimate moments for every guest, while his stage shows deliver the spectacle and excitement that makes an Antrim wedding truly extraordinary.
Venues Steve has performed at in Antrim
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 Antrim venue and guest numbers.
Popular Antrim 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.