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Trickery Chicago Magic Show

Recommended by 94% of travelers
Chicago, USA
High interest
Booked 3 times today.
  • 1 to 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Ralph_B ·
Jun 2026
High energy, intimate setting, and interactive!!! Very accommodating. I’d suggest bringing red wine to drink( no chilling required) or a mini cooler with ice if you plan to drink cocktails!
· maddy_m ·
Apr 2026
this was so much fun!! loved that it was small and intimate and the magician was absolutely hilarious!! loved that the experience was interactive as well!!

Overview

Sit back and take in some magic—and enjoy a one-of-a-kind night on the town—during this engaging Chicago show. Show up a few minutes before curtain time to get the best possible seat and start sipping the drinks you brought. Cups and bottle openers are available for your use. Buying your tickets in advance means less waiting for entry; you'll be sure to get the day and time you that fits your schedule.
  • BYOB to enhance your experience
  • Cups and bottle openers available for use
  • Book your tickets in advance to guarantee your entry to this popular show
  • Shorter run time leaves plenty of time in the night for other activities

What's Included

  • Cups and bottle openers are available for guests to use.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Trickery
      3453 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

      Near SE corner of Halsted and Cornelia. Across street from Elixir Cocktail Lounge. Door opens 30 minutes before scheduled time. Seating is general admission. Please arrive at least a few minutes early to check-in, use restroom, etc.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

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    Trickery

    Admission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Intended for enjoyment of adults. Not recommended for guests younger than 12 years of age.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 109 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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    Must see!

    Gina_O, Jul 2026
    One man show. Small venue in quaint part of town. Very entertaining and interactive. Glad we went. A must see.

    A Night Full of Laughs and Amazing Magic!

    Natalia_Q, Jun 2026
    What an amazing show! We had such a great time. The magician was incredibly talented, hilarious, and kept the audience entertained from start to finish. The mix of comedy and magic was perfect, and there were so many moments that left us laughing and wondering, “How did he do that?!” My fiancé and I had an absolute blast and enjoyed every minute of it. If you’re looking for a fun night out, I highly recommend this show. Great entertainment, lots of laughs, and unforgettable magic!

    No words. Stunned.

    Blair_K, Jun 2026
    Hilarious and we were truly stunned and confused. While some tricks were obvious trick of the hand, others we genuinely had no idea. We left amazed, amused, and in awe. Highly recommend!

    Cozy venue, funny and skilled magician

    Antonella_P, Jun 2026
    Cozy setup for max 25 people. Magician does everything and often stops the show to accept new guests. Very funny and skilled.

    Great Show!!!

    Ralph_B, Jun 2026
    High energy, intimate setting, and interactive!!! Very accommodating. I’d suggest bringing red wine to drink( no chilling required) or a mini cooler with ice if you plan to drink cocktails!

    Magic and miracles ✨️

    corree_e, Jun 2026
    What a great show! The magic was impressive, the comedy was spot-on, and the audience interaction kept everyone entertained from beginning to end. It had just the right amount of playful, slightly risqué humor to keep the adults laughing while still being all in good fun. The magician was charismatic, quick-witted, and incredibly talented. We left amazed, laughing, and talking about the show long afterward. Highly recommend for a fun and memorable night out!

    Great Show

    Michael_M, Jun 2026
    Come with a good sense of humor. The comedy can be a little risque but still very very good. Great show overall.

    Entertaining but not worth the $

    Edith_H, May 2026
    Entertaining but not worth the amount of money charged for tickets. Some tricks were super fun some hard to follow by kiddos.

    Great show

    Robin_O, May 2026
    It was a smaller room, sold out... he was great. And funny. Audience participation was great! It is BYOB

    definitely would recommend

    maddy_m, Apr 2026
    this was so much fun!! loved that it was small and intimate and the magician was absolutely hilarious!! loved that the experience was interactive as well!!

    Go see this show!

    Christy_G, Apr 2026
    We wanted something fun to do Saturday night and found this magic show on Viator. We weren't sure what to expect but we were so glad we decided to see this show!! Aaron was not only great at magic (duh) but he is hilarious. He had so many one liners and funny interactions with the audience. There's only about 50 seats or so, it's a very intimate setting which only adds to the vibe. There were some GREAT tricks (or miracles as he calls it) and we sat in the front row and even up close still had no idea how he did these things. You can bring in your own drinks to the show, and there are snacks and a few soda and drink options for sale too. Make sure you get your Hoppy the psychic bunny magnet on the way out! Great way to spend an hour and half of your time in Chicago!

    You Have To See This!

    Shelton_J, Apr 2026
    This show was perfect! Tricks, Crowd Involvement, Wow Factor, Small Intimate setting, LOVED IT! My Kids and I spoke about every trick for the rest of the night. He even stayed afterwards and took pictures and spoke with us all about the show! 10/10 I’d recommend to everyone… SHAMAR HAD A BLAST!

    Magic Wow Factor!

    kimberly_L, Apr 2026
    Fantastic show! Aaron's creative approach to magic was entertaining, kept the audience involved and produced the "WOW" with every act! Highly recommend for all types of groups. Recommending to friends locally and traveling into Chicago; a MUST SEE!

    He sure tricked us but in a positive way

    Ray_H, Mar 2026
    The location is in a smallish business in Chicago. The environment and decorations are cozy, slightly antique, and magical. When you enter, you are in for a world of astonishment. The theater is small; about 35 people. With such a small theater, the magic is right "in your face". He's astounding!! From the tricks he does right at that moment to the ones he does now then you see the result later in the show, you'll be amazed! We had a great time there!

    It was ok. The age said...

    vanessa_r, Jan 2026
    It was ok. The age said 12 and up but it was definitely inappropriate for them. I was uncomfortable sitting there with my 3 children at all the sexual jokes.

    Response from Host, Jan 2026

    Thank you for attending our show as part of your birthday celebration, Vanessa! Very sorry to learn some of the humor was not to your taste. For clarity to future guests: Our show is intended for the enjoyment of adults with a suggested minimum of age 12. Plenty of younger guests (0-11) have attended to great success. We simply ask that they can sit still for an hour without disrupting the experience for others. The only adult content is innuendo that should go over a kid’s head. There is no cursing, nudity, or drug references. Merely wordplay.

    We were smiling the...

    Benigno_L, Jan 2026
    We were smiling the entire time. The jokes paired with the initial cheesy magic turned into a surprising trick kept us feeling enthused. The hour show passed quick! This was my third time and can’t wait to go back.

    Not worth the money

    Kami_K, Dec 2025
    Two of the headsets don’t work- they tried giving us different ones but the kept glitching so we asked for our money back. Definitely was not as cool as we expected. We were very disappointed.

    Response from Host, Dec 2025

    Hi Kami—sounds like this was meant for Verse Immersive? Would be much appreciated if you could update this review to properly reflect our experience. We do not distribute headsets at any point during the show nor were we approached about remedying a situation. Spoke with this guest on phone and she expressed this was meant for Verse Immersive.

    Great entertainment...

    Suzanne_H, Dec 2025
    Great entertainment -Aaron was amazing, easy parking- fun activity with family in town- great location near restaurants for after show.

    Pure Entertainment!

    Neil_S, Dec 2025
    Absolutely fantastic show that keeps you entertained the entire time! The ending definitely is the finale and the interaction aspect of the show makes it so special because it is close up and personal I would 100% recommend this to anybody even remotely interested in magic! An absolute must do and Aaron has had this spot in Chicago for almost 8 years so he knows what he’s doing!

    Fun.

    Tasia_H, Nov 2025
    Entertaining. I would recommend the show. It was my first magic show & I wasn’t sure what to expect but I enjoyed it.

    Delightful Show

    Rosalie_R, Nov 2025
    This is an outstanding show! Super impressive tricks with a TON of witty humor. We were more than surprised with the skill level as well as how much we laughed! Great time, and would recommend to everyone!

    Trickery magic show

    Sheila_M, Oct 2025
    This was a great show ! He did very well keeping interaction with his audience and quite a comedian we absolutely loved it !!! Would definitely recommend this show !! Thank you !!

    Okay not great show.

    MaryLou_H, Oct 2025
    Small venue. Program a bit hokey. Disappointing. Okay. The jokes were a bit lame. The idea of his imaginary off-stage assistant got tiresome.

    Sheer Magic

    Paulette_J, Sep 2025
    This show is truly amazing! Such a fun and entertaining show! The magician is fantastic! Truly talented!

    Fun evening in Chicago

    Teresa_G, Sep 2025
    Super fun and entertaining show. It was intimate, only about 30 people. The magician kept our interest and had great magic tricks.

    Great intimate magic show

    Antwon_J, Sep 2025
    Very intimate setting. It’s funny and amazing! It’s a mixture of magic and adult entertainment . Perfect for date night .

    Must see magician!

    Amy_P, Aug 2025
    The place was small but the talent was BIG! We were genuinely wowed by the talent of this magician. The jokes were a little naughty but I’m sure go over most children’s heads. Definite must see!

    Best magic and comedy in Chicago.

    Lucy_G, Jun 2025
    Best mixture of magic and comedy!!! This was the second time we see this show. It is so much fun. A must see show in Chicago and there are nice restaurants in the Lakeview neighborhood for after the show. I highly recommend it.

    Let’s get real close up

    stacie_p, Apr 2025
    Small venue- so you get really up close magic. He’s adorable and funny- enjoyed the night and was entertained. Something different than your typical night out.

    Great night at The Trickery

    Lauren_H, Feb 2025
    This was a fantastic magic show! Really small and intimate venue. Lots of crowd work, jokes, and mind-bending tricks.
    Likely to Sell Out

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    -You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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