Want to make your next event magical? Hire San Francisco Bay Area magician and mentalist David Martinez for your company event, wedding, or private party.
David is a former senior creative at Apple and coauthor of a book on leadership and workplace culture.
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Abby Marin H.
David came to our house for my partners birthday and did an amazing job. He was super flexible with timing and great communication pre show and all the guests loved it!!
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Travis Garza
We hired David to perform at my girlfriend's birthday party, and he was the life of the party! Everyone at the party was impressed by his talent, and he really has a great presence that gets the audience excited. Every trick wow'd me!
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Abby Marin Harkins
David came to our house for my partners birthday and did an amazing job. He was super flexible with timing and great communication pre show and all the guests loved it!!
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Natalie R.
I found David on Yelp to add a magical element to my friend's bachelorette weekend. He tailored a magic show catered to the kind of magic my friend enjoys! It was an excellent way to kick off the weekend, and the bride wouldn't stop gushing about it. David is professional, fun, and made her special weekend one to remember. More...
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Margot P.
David is engaging, friendly, and a great magician! This is the second time we have seen him perform and his up-close magic never ceases to amaze! We hired him to perform at our engagement party and he was the hit of the evening! Highly recommend for events and with friends! We cannot wait to attend his Halloween performances in October! More...
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Margot Dorothy Paul
David is engaging, friendly, and a great magician! This is the second time we have seen him perform and his up-close magic never ceases to amaze! We hired him to perform at our engagement party and he was the hit of the evening! Highly recommend for events and with friends! We cannot wait to attend his Halloween performances in October! More...
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Haruko Matsuda
David was absolutely amazing. I booked him for a small coaches' dinner for a youth soccer club that I help run. The coaches were delighted, awed and enlivened by his performance. Beyond the tricks, there was extra magic in the way he connected with the coaches in the room and how he weaved the soccer theme into his performance. He sprinkled just the right amount of pixy dust to make the show unforgettable for all of us. If all my fingers were thumbs, I'd give him 10 thumbs up! More...
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Rebecca Fallow
We attended David’s “Close-Up Illusion Show” at Enchanté Hotel in Los Altos. It was a marvelously entertaining evening. We recently attended two different large magic show productions in Las Vegas and honestly found David’s performance to be so much more engaging and “magical”! Highly recommend!!
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Drew W.
We hired David Martinez to perform at my husband's 50th birthday party, and I can confidently say he was one of the best decisions we made. From the start, David's communication was flawless--prompt, clear, and reassuring. As the event planner, I never felt stressed about his part of the evening, which is saying a lot. The performance itself exceeded expectations. David thoughtfully incorporated personal elements into his act, tying in the milestone birthday in clever and memorable ways. He had the entire room engaged--our guests are still talking about how unexpectedly entertaining the show was. It added a layer of surprise and joy that elevated the entire afternoon. If you're looking for a magician who is not only incredibly skilled but also professional, personable, and easy to work with, David is it. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him for any event where you want to create a memorable, magical experience. More...
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Jess Weimer
We hired David Martinez to perform at my husband’s 50th birthday party, and I can confidently say he was one of the best decisions we made. From the start, David’s communication was flawless—prompt, clear, and reassuring. As the event planner, I never felt stressed about his part of the evening, which is saying a lot. The performance itself exceeded expectations. David thoughtfully incorporated personal elements into his act, tying in the milestone birthday in clever and memorable ways. He had the entire room engaged—our guests are still talking about how unexpectedly entertaining the show was. It added a layer of surprise and joy that elevated the entire afternoon. If you’re looking for a magician who is not only incredibly skilled but also professional, personable, and easy to work with, David is it. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him for any event where you want to create a memorable, magical experience. More...
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Carol K.
Super Amazing!! Professional, kind, and will make your event so much fun. He was liked by everyone at my husbands 50th birthday party, even those who didn't believe. He was extremely professional. Highly recommend David!!!! I would hire him in a minute again! More...
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Katrina Kroetch
Awesome Magic I had the pleasure of seeing him perform in San Francisco and he was really good at what he did. He’s also an excellent business guy and I read a book that he wrote about magicians and Magic business and I learned a lot. I highly recommend this professional at your next event! More...
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Lily Saechao
We had an absolute blast at our team event!David - A magician • mentalist came through and completely blew our minds — illusions, mind reading, and moments that had us all looking at each other like “HOW? !”Huge thanks to the team for showing up with great energy — and to the magic man David Martinez for reminding us that a little mystery makes everything more fun.Still trying to figure out how he guessed @abia_alkhafaji_realtor Dream Vacation or that Angelo would win the game! 😂✨ #TeamVibes #WorkPerks #MagicMoments #MindBlown More...
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Lily
We had an absolute blast at our team event! David - A magician * mentalist came through and completely blew our minds -- illusions, mind reading, and moments that had us all looking at each other like "HOW? !"Huge thanks to the team for showing up with great energy -- and to the magic man David Martinez for reminding us that a little mystery makes everything more fun.Still trying to figure out how he guessed Abia's Dream Vacation or that Angelo would win the game! #TeamVibes #WorkPerks #MagicMoments #MindBlown More...
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Andrea Romero
David was absolutely phenomenal! We hired him for our annual gala, both for a special donor reception and as our event MC, and he exceeded every expectation. From our initial meeting, his professionalism was evident. He's incredibly responsive, a master communicator, and impeccably organized. His thorough research into our organization and presenters demonstrated a genuine commitment to our success. Even before the event, I was already impressed by his collaborative spirit.But the real magic happened at the gala. We were seeking a true 'WOW' factor, and David delivered in spades. His performance was nothing short of spectacular, captivating our donors and adding an unforgettable energy to the evening. He not only met our needs, he elevated the entire event. For a seamless, impactful, and truly memorable experience, David is the best choice. Five stars without hesitation! More...
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Naomi W.
David provides a great show. He is charming and polished and his magic is truly astounding. We've hired him twice for adult birthday parties and the parties were so much more fun because of him. He was prompt and affordable and kept in touch before the party to ensure we knew what to expect, and when to expect him. I would give him six stars if I could. More...
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Yun-Yi Pai
Amazing and purely magical.
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Maddie Weir
David was fantastic! Truly elevated our company holiday party, bringing such a fun extra touch. Not only was the magic so impressive, but he did a great job bringing guests together. David's communication and ease to work with from start to finish made everything so seamless. Couldn't recommend more! More...
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Raven W.
Saw him perform at a holiday company party, just at a small table. Mostly card tricks, yay! Once we found where he was performing, did not leave for the rest of the night. Think we stood there for over 30 min. As a result, got to see and was involved in a special card trick! A few repeat tricks of course, but each time was as amazing and fun as the first, with small differences, enough to avoid being rote. Very friendly and personable - would have continued watching had the party not ended. More...
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Cynthia Nelson
Don't hesitate, book David for a fun magical time! I was lucky enough to have David perform at my husbands birthday. I opted for the Mix-and-Mingle style where David mingles in with small groups and performs various tricks. Everyone, and I mean EVERYONE was so impressed by his tricks and you could hear the "what?!" "No way!" "How'd he do that?!" around the room. He left everyone smiling and it really did feel magical. Working with David was incredibly easy and professional. We had an initial phone call where he learned about the event details and had suggestions as to how he could best provide his services. Booking and payments were also seamless and easy. Thank you David for sharing your craft, you are a true artist and we're very lucky to have experienced your magic! More...
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rohan dcruz
We had David perform at our rehearsal dinner (small group magic), and what an AMAZING decision that was. David was fantastic not only with his tricks but also in engaging the audience. David's magic tricks are unique and left our guests amazed and bewildered at the same time. He is great at connecting people of all backgrounds and truly makes the performance interactive. We received tons of compliments at the end of the night. I have no hesitation in recommending David for your event. More...
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Rohan D.
We had David perform at our rehearsal dinner (small group magic), and what an AMAZING decision that was. David was fantastic not only with his tricks but also in engaging the audience. David's magic tricks are unique and left our guests amazed and bewildered at the same time. He is great at connecting people of all backgrounds and truly makes the performance interactive. We received tons of compliments at the end of the night. I have no hesitation in recommending David for your event. More...
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Margaret Chung
David was a fabulous addition to our reception. We had him for an hour during cocktail hour doing close up magic (which I highly recommend doing) and a 30 minute stand up show for everyone to enjoy together. Some of his tricks are still being talked about... When the professional photos came back we saw everyone in pure bliss and awe. That's when my husband and I realized that the Margaritas and David Martinez got to our guests. They were all infected with magic and people of all ages from 4 year olds to 80+yo seniors were really enjoying themselves. We had so many comments on how great of an idea it was to have magic. I fully feel the magic helped loosen up any awkwardness among guests who didn't know each other. David had a great way of engaging children so they were part of the event. And he was super easy to work with. He had an easy going air to him yet was still very professional and patient. Thank you so much for making us and our reception shine, David! More...
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sai kumar
Best magician to entertain the audience. Love it!!
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Erik Villegas
Watching David perform magic was such a lovely experience. He graciously volunteered his time to fundraiser for a cat adoption lounge and put on a great show. I really enjoyed the tricks and him going above and beyond in making sure we were all having a great time. David really cares about his craft and it truly shows. More...
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Gustavo Rodriguez
BEST MAGICAL EXPERIENCE EVER! Having David perform at our son’s 13th birthday was one of the best decisions we made. Our expectations were exceeded. David is fun, respectful and a natural born magician/mentalist. He engaged with the crowd, WOWED everyone multiple times and made us laugh (and even someone cry… of amazement of course)! If you’ve ever thought of having a magic show for your personal or corporate event or even if you’ve never thought about, THIS is your sign to do so. You will create memories for years to come. Thank you David for sharing your magic with us! More...
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Alex Penning
We had a fantastic experience with David at our corporate event! He did a great job engaging with the crowd and the magic was very impressive!
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Tania B
David was magical! Best David I've seen since Copperfield!
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Cathy O.
David's personality, professionality and amazing magic was the perfect blend to add a unique touch to our Wine Down the Summer party! Our friends were amazed and entertained! We can't thank David enough! More...
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Chandler Evans
David is one of the best magicians I’ve ever seen
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Griffin L.
David attended a corporate event our team was hosting and not only was he a big hit, but I was personally impressed by his routine. I highly recommend him and encourage everyone to find entertainers of his ilk. More...
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Jacquelyn C.
Very amazing magician, was so amazed at all the card tricks! I could not figure out how any of them worked. One of the best magicians I have ever seen
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Raquel C.
Wow, David was amazing as a strolling magician at our school fundraising event! His close-up tricks and engaging personality left everyone in awe. He seamlessly interacted with guests, making each moment feel magical and memorable. David is highly recommended for adding an unforgettable touch of enchantment to any event! More...
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Kanika Smallwood
david is magically amazing. we went to my husbands work event and he was there doing magic and let me just say i definitely would hire him for any event
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Timothy C.
David is not just a magician but a wizard! Great fun and entertainer. Would definitely recommend for your next event or party.
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Emily E.
I recently had the pleasure of watching David perform at a family day, and it was truly a magical experience! From the moment the show began, David captivated the audience with a perfect blend of humor, charm, and, of course, mind-blowing magic tricks. Every trick left us in awe, wondering how on earth it was done. The level of skill and professionalism displayed was exceptional. He has a fantastic ability to engage with the audience, making everyone feel involved and entertained.What stood out the most was the seamless flow of the performance. The transitions between tricks were smooth, and the entire show was well-paced, keeping everyone on the edge of their seats. David was also great with kids, making sure they felt included and excited.Overall, David exceeded all expectations. If you're looking for an unforgettable experience filled with wonder and laughter, I highly recommend booking David for your next event. You won't be disappointed! More...
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Laura G.
I hired David to provide entertainment at our VC firm happy hour and he was fantastic. All of our guests were raving about the magician at the event. It was the perfect addition to the night. Communication was very easy with him prior to the event and he even made sure to ask about dress attire so that he was event ready for us. He is super professional and his magic tricks are great. Nothing cheesy about it either. I plan on hiring David for more of our events in the future. Thanks again! More...
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Anasua G.
David did a magic show at my daughter's high school graduation party. The kids (mostly 18) and up really enjoyed the performance - especially the trick with the calculator, the card tricks and the mind-reading! He is incredibly easy to work with, very responsive, fun and funny. He kept everyone engaged and entertained. He made a special evening even more special and memorable! More...
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Sarah Carrillo
David performed at my team event a few months back. Overall it was a great experience. We were so amazed by his performance. I'm still scratching my head trying to figure out how he was able to do a few of his 'tricks'! I highly recommend him for your next event! More...
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Karen Meredith
David was fantastic. Amazing!
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Steve Volm
David dazzled our family Christmas Party of adults and teens with his never before seen tricks of illusion and slight-of-hand. Amazed everyone. Highly recommend.
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Fatima Hadi
We had the immense pleasure of having David at our Volunteers Appreciation Event, and he absolutely blew us away with his performance! David's magic tricks were nothing short of mind-boggling, leaving our audience both young and old in awe. His skill and creativity in performing these tricks were truly exceptional. David didn't just perform; he created an engaging and inclusive atmosphere that brought our community closer together. His team bonding activities were perfectly designed, fostering a sense of unity and fun among everyone present. It was clear that David was very mindful of our audience, tailoring his performance to be both entertaining and appropriate for all ages. His friendly and approachable demeanor made everyone feel welcome and involved. He seamlessly integrated himself into our event, ensuring that every single attendee felt included and valued. His humor added a delightful touch, keeping everyone laughing and thoroughly entertained throughout the evening. David's contribution made our Volunteers Appreciation Event an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend him for any event where you want to add a touch of magic, laughter, and team spirit. Thank you, David, for making our event so special! More...
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Fatima S.
We had the immense pleasure of having David at our Volunteers Appreciation Event, and he absolutely blew us away with his performance! David's magic tricks were nothing short of mind-boggling, leaving our audience both young and old in awe. His skill and creativity in performing these tricks were truly exceptional. David didn't just perform; he created an engaging and inclusive atmosphere that brought our community closer together. His team bonding activities were perfectly designed, fostering a sense of unity and fun among everyone present. It was clear that David was very mindful of our audience, tailoring his performance to be both entertaining and appropriate for all ages. His friendly and approachable demeanor made everyone feel welcome and involved. He seamlessly integrated himself into our event, ensuring that every single attendee felt included and valued. His humor added a delightful touch, keeping everyone laughing and thoroughly entertained throughout the evening. David's contribution made our Volunteers Appreciation Event an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend him for any event where you want to add a touch of magic, laughter, and team spirit. Thank you, David, for making our event so special! More...
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PJ R.
David Martinez was the real deal. David was hired for my 29th birthday and literally everyone at the birthday couldn't stop talking about how fun he made the event. He knew how to keep guests entertained and engaged - would definitely hire him again! More...
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John D.
My mind is blown! My 8-year-old and I came across David performing at a street festival on Solano Ave. At first glance, I thought this is a great way to keep my kid entertained for a few minutes, but I soon realized, after watching a few tricks that his magic was on another level. Never have I seen close up magic like David performed. Trick after trick I was blown away, in awe, without a clue of how he tricked us. Thanks David for the incredible show! More...
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Cielo L.
Saw David's show at the Dancing Cat in downtown San Jose. Really enjoyed it. The show was full of laughter and surprises.
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Meaghan K.
We hired David for a company party and he was outstanding! His magic was truly unbelievable and he was the HIT of the party. It was also incredibly easy working with David, his communication was outstanding and he was great speaking with our group. I will work with David again! More...
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Meaghan K.
We hired David for a company party and he was outstanding! His magic was truly unbelievable and he was the HIT of the party. It was also incredibly easy working with David, his communication was outstanding and he was great speaking with our group. I will work with David again! More...
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Melinda P.
Mesmerized and Amazed: A Magical Event to Remember! We recently had the pleasure of hiring David the Magician for our company luncheon, and I am still in awe of the incredible experience. If you're looking for a magician who can turn an ordinary day into an extraordinary one, look no further. From the moment David stepped onto the stage, it was clear that we were in for a treat. The seamless blend of mind-boggling illusions, captivating storytelling, and a dash of humor made the entire performance a delight from start to finish. What sets David apart is not just the technical mastery of his illusions, but also the way he connects with the audience. It's not every day that you get to witness magic up close and personal, and David made it a truly immersive experience. David has a charismatic stage presence that adds an extra layer of charm to the show. The way he engaged with the audience creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, making the magic feel not only astonishing but also incredibly relatable. Kudos to David for a truly enchanting day of magic! More...
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Melinda P.
Mesmerized and Amazed: A Magical Event to Remember! We recently had the pleasure of hiring David the Magician for our company luncheon, and I am still in awe of the incredible experience. If you're looking for a magician who can turn an ordinary day into an extraordinary one, look no further. From the moment David stepped onto the stage, it was clear that we were in for a treat. The seamless blend of mind-boggling illusions, captivating storytelling, and a dash of humor made the entire performance a delight from start to finish. What sets David apart is not just the technical mastery of his illusions, but also the way he connects with the audience. It's not every day that you get to witness magic up close and personal, and David made it a truly immersive experience. David has a charismatic stage presence that adds an extra layer of charm to the show. The way he engaged with the audience creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, making the magic feel not only astonishing but also incredibly relatable. Kudos to David for a truly enchanting day of magic! More...
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How long have you been interested in magic?
I've been interested in magic since I was a kid. But I became serious about it when my daughter was born. I wanted to perform for her and her friends at their parties. She loved it, and so did my son, who was born a few years later. Well, now she's a teenager and doesn't care about me doing magic anymore. So I perform for others, and I love it!
Take us through your show – what can we expect?
Here's what happens when you hire me for your party:
- I perform magic for you and your guests: either group to group performing close up magic, or a single show for the whole group. (Or both!)
- I dress, act, and entertain with the highest ideals in mind: clean act, non-intrusive, and high energy.
I bring all my own props and equipment, including a microphone, speaker, and table. Depending on the venue, I can be ready to start within 15 minutes of arriving at your venue... or even less if I'm doing walk-around magic.
What do you love most about your job?
I love seeing the look on people's faces when they experience the feeling of astonishment.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I love doing magic! It's as simple as that. Offering it on a professional basis is a great way to perform magic and also bring a fun, unique experience to others.
Why should our clients choose you?
Clients should choose me because I offer a fully professional experience, from initial contact to billing to the show. Of course, I also offer fun, entertaining magic for people of all ages!
Private Parties
Having a party to celebrate an adult birthday, anniversary, or other big event? Bring me in to give your guests a fun, unique experience they can't get another way. I'll come to your location and perform either close-up magic or a stand-up show for the whole group.
Wedding Receptions
Give your guests a truly unique experience on your big day! You can hire me for cocktail hour while your guests are waiting for pictures to finish up. Or bring me in after the meal and give them a big surprise. I'm happy to work with you to find the best way to incorporate magical entertainment into your wedding. The magic is sophisticated and appropriate for the occasion. And I always dress, act, and entertain with the highest ideals in mind.
Company Events
Are you looking for a way to add joy and engagement to your next company event? I can help! As a corporate magician, I specialize in creating amazing experiences for my clients. Whether it’s a holiday party, happy hour, team offsite, or executive retreat, I’ll help make it a huge success.