The MMF Close Up Magic Gala 2026
About
The Melbourne Magic Festival Close Up Magic Gala 2026
🪄 Starring a dozen of Australia's very best magicians!
This show sells out every year and is a fundraiser for the MMF so it is not part of the presale. However, if you book early, you can grab a reserved VIP seat in one of the front three rows at no extra charge! Enjoy the very best close up magic that the Festival has to offer in one star-studded show including special superstar guests Magical Katrina and Hernan Maccagno!
Highlights
✨ True close-up magic projected onto the big screen so every gets a close up view
🍸 Enjoy a drink before the show and at interval in Magic Central
🏆 Featuring multiple Award–winning magicians including World Champions
🎩 There may even be some special surprise guests!
*VIP Tickets include seating in the first three rows*
General Info
📅 Dates and times: 7.30pm on Monday July 6, 2026
⏳ Duration: 2 hours including interval
📍 Location: Arrow on Swanston: The Houdini Theatre. 488 Swanston St, Carlton
👤 Age requirement: This show is a family-friendly event and we generally recommend ages of 8+
♿ Accessibility: the venue is fully accessible
❓ Please find more information about The Melbourne Magic Festival here
Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Whilst there are too many performers to mention here (many with shows that have just run or about to run during the festival) I can assure you that most of the magic happened on a table, with an overhead screen positioned for those sitting up the back of the theatre. Various assistants were chosen from the audience (many of them children) which added to the communal atmosphere and excitement levels of the crowd. If you were thinking that a close up magic show would be all about cards / card magic, you’d be wrong – this show featured magic fleas, puppets, shell games, martini shakers, predictions and even some mentalism.' - Tay Around Town
Location
Arrow on Swanston: Houdini Theatre
488 Swanston Street, Carlton VIC 3053
DATE: Monday 6 July 2026 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM (UTC+11)
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