Flyers for Magic Shows & Family Entertainers: Make Appearances Matter With Print That Gets You Booked
Why Flyers Work Like Magic for Performers
Whether you’re a magician, balloon artist, puppeteer, or clown, your business thrives on visibility, personality, and trust. Word of mouth matters—but it takes a strong first impression to get into homes, schools, and parties.
Flyers let you do just that.
They put your act into real hands, on real fridges, and in the minds of people planning events right now. So what is a flyer in this world? It’s a silent pitch that works 24/7 in the background—until someone says, “Let’s book them.”
What Should a Magic Show Flyer Include?
Think playful. Clear. Approachable. Your flyer should feel like the beginning of an experience—not just an ad.
Key ingredients:
Stage name, tagline, or act type (“Magic by Max – Birthday Laughs Guaranteed”)
Event types: birthdays, school shows, community fairs, corporate events
One great image (in action or with kids laughing)
Testimonials or social proof
Offer: “Mention this flyer for 10% off” or “Book today for a free balloon animal add-on”
CTA: “Call now to book”, “Scan to check availability”, “Visit us online”
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Where to Drop Flyers as a Local Entertainer
Performers are always one good referral away from a busy month. Flyers let you go where parents, teachers, and event organizers already are.
Ideal flyer zones:
Daycares, preschools, and after-school centers
Libraries and community centers
Toy stores, candy shops, and kids’ clothing stores
Doctor’s offices, clinics, and pediatric dental offices
Birthday venues, skating rinks, and party supply stores
Maximize impact with how to make your flyers stand out.
Do Flyers Work for Small, Mobile Entertainers?
Yes—especially for talent that performs in homes, schools, or pop-up venues. Flyers stick around. They hang on bulletin boards, get passed to friends, and provide that crucial offline presence.
Entertainers who work with Flyer Canada have seen:
4.4% conversion rates, more than triple the digital average of 1.41%
51.8% lower customer acquisition cost
ROI ranging from 3x to 29x, depending on offer strength and timing
Get deeper insights with 13 stats that prove the effectiveness of flyer marketing.
When to Launch a Flyer Campaign for Magic Shows
The right flyer at the right moment = a booked calendar.
Best timing:
2 months before school holidays or breaks (March Break, summer, winter)
Late August or early September for back-to-school events
November–early December for holiday parties
April–May for summer birthday season or end-of-year school events
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Flyer Offers That Convert Parents and Planners
A well-placed offer does more than save money—it builds trust. Keep your offers simple, specific, and family-friendly.
Great ideas:
“10% off your first birthday booking—show this flyer”
“Free 10-minute balloon twist show when you book a 1-hour act”
“Bring this flyer to your event for a free magic wand gift”
“$25 off weekday school shows—mention flyer”
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Case Study: Birthday Magician in Mississauga
“Magic Sam” printed 1,500 flyers featuring:
“Captivate. Laugh. Celebrate. Book Magic Sam—Mississauga’s #1 Birthday Entertainer. Save $20 With This Flyer.”
He dropped them off at:
6 daycares
3 libraries
4 kids’ apparel stores
2 birthday party venues
Over 5 weeks:
173 flyer-based inquiries
67 confirmed bookings
ROI: 11.3x, plus multiple referrals from flyer-based events
Ready to Get Booked Solid?
Whether you specialize in sleight-of-hand or silly songs, flyers help you turn your act into a growing business. They make you discoverable in neighborhoods you haven’t even performed in yet.
Flyer Canada helps local entertainers design, print, and deliver flyers that do the legwork—so you can focus on your craft.
To get started, visit our contact page, explore our online store, or call 437-524-5287 today.
