Carlsbad · Del Mar · North County San Diego

Carlsbad's magician for events people talk about for years.

Fifty years of wonder, from the Magic Castle to Fremont Street, now performing right here at home. Close-up magic that turns strangers into a crowd, and a stage show that gets the whole room on its feet.

50+ years performing
Magic Castle performer
IMS Merlin Award 2024
LA Tribune Lifetime Achievement 2025
Tim Wise, Carlsbad magician
Tim Wise · Magician
What I perform

Magic built for your event

Why Tim

Fifty years of making people gasp

Tim's journey began at the Michigan State Fair, when he was brought onstage as a small child for a linking rings routine. At 16 he was touring 97 cities with Magic Capades. At 17 he was performing close-up magic in residency.

He has since performed at the Magic Castle and on Fremont Street, studied physical theater at Dell'Arte, cataloged the Leslie Cole Collection for David Copperfield, and co-founded the Global Magicians Hall of Fame, presented by the Los Angeles Tribune.

Today he lives in North County San Diego, so your event gets a seasoned headliner without the out-of-town price tag.

How booking works

Three easy steps

1

Send your date

Use the form or call/text. Takes 60 seconds.

2

Get a clear quote

Tim replies with availability and a recommendation for your crowd.

3

Enjoy the show

Tim arrives early, works your timeline, and your guests talk about it for years.

Service area

Local to all of North County

Questions

Before you book

Is Tim Wise a local Carlsbad magician?

Yes. Tim lives in North County San Diego and performs throughout Carlsbad, Encinitas, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, Oceanside and greater San Diego, with no long-distance travel fees for local events.

What kinds of events does Tim perform at?

Corporate events and conferences, resort and hotel entertainment, weddings, milestone birthdays, private dinner parties, fundraisers and galas.

Close-up magic or a stage show?

Both. Strolling close-up magic works best for cocktail hours and receptions; the stage show fits keynotes, galas and parties. Many events use a combination.

How far in advance should I book?

Four to eight weeks is ideal, and holiday weekends fill first. Last-minute dates sometimes open up, so it is always worth asking.

What does it cost?

It depends on the length, format and size of your event. Send your date and details and you will get a clear quote quickly.

Book Tim

Check your date

Tell me about your event and I'll reply with availability and a quote, usually the same day. Prefer to talk? Call or text (310) 770-2877.

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