Magic & More!
David Garrard‘s mix of magic and message has made him popular with audiences throughout the United States since 1970! Corporate Events, Banquets, Programs for Teachers and Schools, Church Programs, Upward Awards Nights, VBS Celebrations, Holiday Happenings, Trade Shows—ANY Festive Occasion!
Let David add a special touch–a MAGIC touch to your next special event!
Recent Clients!
KENTUCKY FARM BUREAU
”Thank you for helping make our 2025 Kentucky Farm Bureau Regional Workshops a huge success. The participants laughed and were encouraged by your wonderful mix of magic and inspiration. It was the perfect program for educators.
— Scott Christmas
Director of Women and Education
WHAS CRUSADE FOR CHILDREN
”For nearly 20 years, David Garrard has been volunteering his time and incredible talents to the WHAS Crusade for Children. From recorded television specials to our annual telethons, David always wows Crusade audiences with his amazing magic. ”
— Phil Dunaway, Program Director
MAGIC MOMENTS OF ALABAMA
“David Garrard is a master at his craft, making sure to include both children and adults in the fun. He has a wonderful sense of humor and is a joy to work with!”
— Rachel Rounsaville, Executive Director
OYOTA MOTOR MANUFACTURING TENNESSEE
”Thank you" for an amazing show for our 20th anniversary. Your performance was outstanding and our TM's loved it!”
— Todd Williams, Plant Manager
KENTUCKY KINGDOM
”Your shows are always a homerun. You always provide a top-notch, highly polished show that is beautifully tailored to the target audience!”
— Daniel Dambros, Director of Operations
TEXAS ROADHOUSE
”Thank you for creating a magical experience at our National Support Center Awards Ceremony. Your partnership in making me appear was the thrill you promised— for me, and for our audience.”
— Jerry Arnold, CEO
CRESSWIND VILLAGES
”Thank you again for your amazing show at Cresswind Charlotte! Residents are still talking about how much they loved it!!”
— Brooke Bunting, Lifestyle Director
Cresswind Charlotte
UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE
”Thanks so much David! You were great to work with. The crowd really enjoyed the show. You definitely kept the crowd captivated all the way through!
— Jen Hanson, Assistant AD
Louisville Athletics
Quick Links!
David’s new book!
Life for David Garrard has been filled with amazing opportunities and experiences. No Illusion tells some of the stories. You’ll get a behind the scenes look at some of David’s magic, including the inside and untold story of his performance on Penn & Teller: Fool Us. You’ll hear funny stories about David’s years working as a Minister to Children at St. Matthews Baptist Church in Louisville, KY. You will meet many of the people who influenced David. And you’ll learn about pivotal moments that have shaped David’s life, and work.
You will laugh. You may cry. You will be inspired and challenged to think about your own life and your own faith.
And unlike David’s magic, these stories are No Illusion. This stuff really happened!
$20 plus sales tax if applicable. Click here to order.
(408 pages, softcover)
David receives Harry Collins Mentorship Award
On Friday evening, September 6, during the Louisville Magic Club’s annual It’s Magic! show, David Garrard was awarded the first ever Harry Collins Mentorship Award. Named after renown Louisville magician, Harry Collins who mentored Lance Burton, the award recognized David’s work with young magicians, teaching and encouraging them, and sharing his knowledge and experience.
The award was presented by Master Magician Lance Burton and Louisville Magic Club President, Dennis Alm.
See For Yourself!
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“Thanks so much David! You were great to work with and our crowd really enjoyed the show. You definitely kept them captivated all the way through!
— Jen Hanson, Assistant Athletic Director, Fan Experience, Louisville Athletics
“David was great and easy to work with. And he put on a great show! I highly recommend David Garrard for your next halftime act.”
— Aaron Howard, Marketing and Fan Experience, Ole Miss
Thanks, Dad!
Thanks, Dad! consists of a collection of poignant essays, each based on a memory of David’s relationship with his dad, Forrest C. Garrard, Jr. David shares these memories and the impact they had on his life in a way that warms the heart, lifts the spirits and inspires the reader.
Although written about a father and son, the lessons contained in Thanks, Dad! are not limited to dads but meant to encourage others as well. The stories show how ordinary events and experiences become extraordinary in their influence when coupled with love, commitment and faithfulness.
Click here for an inside look at Thanks, Dad! from Jeff Brumley, Senior Staff Writer for Baptist News Global.
What They’re Saying . . .
Thanks Dad! is a beautiful, readable book filled with warmth, remembrance, and life lessons. It goes directly to the heart.”
— Jim Steinmeyer, Los Angeles, CAInformative and inspirational. Thanks Dad! took me on a sentimental journey, helping me recall the the great influence my parents had on my life, my faith journey, and ministry.
— Jim Cordell, Louisville, KYA love story . . .
— Bobby Butler, Mobile, AL
$15 plus shipping. softcover, 196 pages. Click the Products tab to order.
Invite David to share these stories of inspiration and encouragement with your organization. Click the Calendar tab above to check available dates. Then contact David directly through the link at the bottom of this page.
Learn some magic!
All three of David’s outstanding teaching DVDs have been converted to digital content and are available for immediate download!
— Tricks You Can Do
— Tricks With Numbers
— Tricks, Stunts & Puzzles
Cost is $5 each, or $10 for all three. Over three hours of good magic that is easy to do. Suitable for ages 7 and up.
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