British Ring No.25 Convention

A Celebration of Magic, Fellowship and Performance

The British Ring Convention brings together magicians, performers, lecturers, dealers, guests and friends for a special gathering dedicated to the art of magic. It is a place to learn, share, perform, reconnect and celebrate the spirit of fellowship that sits at the heart of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

What Are Our Conventions About?

British Ring conventions are designed to be more than just events. They are full experiences built around magical lectures, performances, social time, dealer displays, special guests, gala-style entertainment and opportunities for members to meet and enjoy magic together.

Whether you are a professional performer, amateur magician, collector, enthusiast or new member, the convention is a chance to be inspired, make new friends and enjoy a memorable day or weekend of magic.

Convention Highlights

Lectures and learning sessions

Guest performers and featured acts

Dealers, displays and magical products

Social time and fellowship

Programme guides and venue information

The Convention Experience

Competition, learning and discovery all under one roof

A British Ring Convention is not simply a show to watch. It is a gathering where magicians can compete, learn from experienced performers, discover new magic, meet creators and dealers, and spend time with friends from across the Ring.

British Ring magic competitions and awards

A Convention Tradition

Step into the competition

The British Ring competitions give performers an opportunity to put their magic in front of an audience and celebrate the performance side of our art. They are an important part of the convention programme and of the Ring’s wider history.

Stage and close-up competition sit alongside the Micro Magic Marathon, with performers bringing their own style, presentation, originality and technical ability to the convention.

Beyond the competition itself are the trophies and awards that connect present-day competitors with generations of magicians who have taken part in British Ring conventions before them.

Stage Competition Close-up Competition Micro Magic Marathon Historic Trophies

Discover Competitions & Awards

There is always more to discover

Away from the main performances, the convention is alive with lectures, demonstrations, dealer displays and conversations. These are often the moments that send delegates home with new ideas, new magic and new friendships.

Lecturers

Learn from performers and creators

Convention lecturers share far more than methods. Sessions can explore performance, presentation, routining, creativity, audience management and the thinking that turns an effect into strong magic.

Dealers

See the latest magic demonstrated in person

Browse effects, books, props and specialist equipment while speaking directly with dealers and creators and seeing products demonstrated during the convention.

Shows & Featured Artists

Stage entertainment, close-up magic and featured performers bring a range of magical styles to the programme.

Sessions & Social Magic

Between scheduled events, delegates exchange ideas, show effects and spend time talking about the craft.

Fellowship

Professionals, amateurs, collectors, creators and enthusiasts come together through a shared enjoyment of magic.

Coming Up Next

Next Convention

Saturday 18 September 2027

I.B.M. British Ring 89th Annual Convention

Details coming soon.

Eastbourne

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Convention Archive

See What You Missed

Take a look back at previous British Ring No.25 conventions, the artists who joined us, competition highlights and memorable moments from each event.

2026

I.B.M. British Ring 88th Annual Convention 2026

Buxton, Derbyshire

Join magicians from across the world for the 88th Annual Convention — two days of world-class performance, lectures, competitions and An Evening of Magic.

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2025

I.B.M. British Ring 87th Annual Convention

14 September 2025 Hinckley

The 87th Annual Convention of I.B.M. British Ring No.25, held at the Concordia Theatre, Hinckley.

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2024

I.B.M. British Ring 86th Convention

Llandudno

The 86th Convention of I.B.M. British Ring No.25, held at Venue Cymru, Llandudno, with additional events at Theatr Colwyn and The Magic Bar Live.

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2023

I.B.M. British Ring 85th Convention

Eastbourne, East Sussex

Four days of world-class magic in Eastbourne — lectures, competitions, Sooty and Friends, and An Evening of Magic.

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2022

I.B.M. British Ring 84th Annual Convention

Eastbourne

The 84th Annual Convention of I.B.M. British Ring No.25, held in Eastbourne — four days of world-class performance, lectures, competitions and An Evening of Magic.

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2021

I.B.M. British Ring 3rd Nonvention

Online

Our third virtual convention, dedicated to the memory of two-times Past President Brian Miller M.I.M.C.

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2020

I.B.M. British Ring 2nd Nonvention

Online

Our second virtual convention, held during the weekend we should have been meeting in Greenock.

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2020

I.B.M. British Ring 1st Nonvention

Online

A virtual convention held on the British Ring website in place of our cancelled physical convention.

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2019

I.B.M. British Ring 83rd Annual Convention

Eastbourne, East Sussex

The 83rd Annual Convention of I.B.M. British Ring No.25, held in Eastbourne — four days of world-class performance, lectures, competitions and An Evening of Magic.

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2018

I.B.M. British Ring 82nd Annual Convention

Southport, Merseyside

The 82nd Annual Convention of I.B.M. British Ring No.25, held in Southport — four days of world-class performance, lectures, competitions and An Evening of Magic and Variety.

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