Whats On?
Below is a list of events currently scheduled for the Bristol Society of Magic. Events marked as OPEN allow non members to attend with an on the door fee. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Club Calendar
10/09/25
Lecture by Marc Oberon
FISM Parlour Magic Winner (Beijing 2009). An award winning innovator.
24/09/25
Test Flights/Mandy's New Show
Try out new material with feedback, featuring Eva May Nicot's new act.
08/10/25
Lecture: Evolution by Magical Mr. West
Step outside of your comfort zone and achieve new goals with Mr. West.
22/10/25
Lecture by Michael Huot
Creator of "Priceless" and "Socks" among many other excellent effects.
12/11/25
Perfect Christmas Tricks / Magic's Big Questions
Bring along your favourite festive effects + round table discussions.
13-14/11/25
Knights of Magic Show (Red Lodge)
Our fantastic full evening show now in to its fifth year at this venue.
26/11/25
Annual Close-up Competition
Members compete for the coveted Tony Griffith Cup. All Guests welcome.
10/12/25
Socialising / Jamming / Magic Quiz
Magical socialising and Christmas cheer in the bar at BAWA + a quiz?
14/01/26
Lord Harri's pre-Blackpool lecture
A preview of Harri’s Blackpool 2026 lecture - an exclusive to the BSoM!
28/01/26
Magic Speed Dating
Bring a trick and perform one-to-one with fellow members.
11/02/26
Blackpool Rejects - Magic in the Bar
Let’s recreate the “Ruskin” in Bristol. Social and jamming session in the bar.
25/02/26
Micro Lectures / Packs Small & Plays Big
Short, TED-style talks from members + your favourite ‘small’ stage trick.
11/03/26
Members Perform
A showcase of members’ magic and those who don’t frequently perform.
25/03/26
Lecture by Matthew Le Mottee
Three-time Magic Circle Close-Up Champion. You can’t say better than that!
08/04/26
Library Night / Betchas and Gotchas
Explore some of the hidden gems in the society library. Share your best bar bets and see how many people you can fool.
22/04/26
Lecture by (TBC)
Another exciting guest to be announced.
13/05/26
Annual Stage Competition
Our annual stage competition sold out last year and will again be held at the Cube Theatre. It’s open to family, friends and members of the public.
27/05/26
Card Forces / Micro Lectures
Come along to learn hints and tips to make your forces be more deceptive. A second half features short, TED-style talks from members.
10/06/26
Lecture by (TBC)
Another exciting guest to be announced.
24/06/26
President's Night
A special evening hosted by our President. What will he have up his sleeve?
08/07/26
Annual General Meeting
Elect the new Council for 2026/27 and rant on and on about stuff you don’t agree with!
