Biotech, Defense & The Largest Waterfront Convention City on the US West Coast
Comedy Hypnotist San Diego, CA
Richard Barker — Convention Center, Hotel del Coronado & San Diego Corporate Events
©02 — Comedy Hypnotist San Diego
Hire Richard Barker for San Diego Events
Richard Barker headlines San Diego corporate events, defense contractor conferences, biotech and pharmaceutical annual meetings and campus shows at the San Diego Convention Center, Manchester Grand Hyatt — the largest waterfront hotel on the US West Coast — Hilton San Diego Bayfront, Town and Country Resort, Hotel del Coronado, Omni San Diego, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina, Sheraton Harbor Island, Loews Coronado Bay Resort, Paradise Point Resort, the Lodge at Torrey Pines and Petco Park private events.
Biotech Capital
Illumina, Pfizer SD, Vertex, BIOCOM — San Diego is the #2 US biotech hub
Military & Defense
General Atomics, Cubic, SAIC, Northrop — world’s largest naval fleet home port
Largest West Coast Waterfront Hotel
Manchester Grand Hyatt — iconic San Diego convention venue
20+
Years Performing
6,000+
Live Shows
38
Countries
100+
TV Appearances
4.9★
200+ Reviews
©04 — San Diego Venues
Where Richard Performs in San Diego
Richard is available at every major San Diego convention centre, hotel ballroom and private event venue. Primary San Diego market venues:
- →San Diego Convention Center (615K sq ft)
- →Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
- →Hilton San Diego Bayfront
- →Town and Country Resort (Mission Valley)
- →Hotel del Coronado
- →Omni San Diego Hotel
- →Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
- →Sheraton Harbor Island
- →Loews Coronado Bay Resort
- →Lodge at Torrey Pines
Why Event Planners Choose Richard
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TV-credentialed headliner — Today Show (NBC), Late Late Show with James Corden (CBS), Entertainment Tonight, 100+ total appearances
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$2M fully insured — commercial general liability, all documentation on request
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4.9★ / 200+ verified reviews — Fortune 500 VPs, university directors, convention organisers
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100% clean & corporate-safe — no adult content, no embarrassment, suitable for all audiences
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45–90 min running time — tailored to your event format and schedule
©05 — Show Types
Available for Every San Diego Event Format
The same headline performer — built for six completely different audiences.
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Corporate Events
Sales kickoffs, awards nights, trade show entertainment, client appreciation events and holiday parties. 100% clean, brand-safe and professionally produced for Fortune 500 audiences. Learn more →
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College & University
Orientation, homecoming, spring fling, family weekend and late-night programming. High-energy interactive comedy that generates conversation for weeks after the show. Learn more →
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Theatre & Public Shows
Ticketed live theatre, festivals, casino entertainment and public events. Richard commands stages from 200 to 5,000 seats with equal ease. Learn more →
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Private Events
Weddings, milestone birthdays, fundraising galas and VIP dinner parties. The most talked-about entertainment at any private event — guaranteed.
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Grad Night & Project Graduation
Clean, sober and unforgettable all-night entertainment for high school Project Graduation events. Positive empowerment messaging built in. Trusted by school administrators, PTAs and parents across the USA. Learn more →
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Fairs & Festivals
County fairs, state fairs, music festivals and outdoor public events. Richard has headlined hundreds of fair and festival main stages across the USA. Learn more →
©06 — San Diego Markets
Who Books Richard in San Diego
Biotech & Pharmaceutical
San Diego is the second-largest US biotech hub. Illumina, Pfizer San Diego, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Dexcom and BIOCOM member companies book Richard for annual meetings, sales kickoffs and awards dinners.
Military & Defense Contractors
San Diego hosts the world’s largest naval fleet and major defense contractors: General Atomics, Cubic Corporation, SAIC and Northrop Grumman. Richard performs for their corporate events.
College & University
UC San Diego, University of San Diego, San Diego State, Cal State San Marcos and Point Loma Nazarene University all book Richard for campus programming.
©07 — Reviews
“Richard is one of the finest hypnotists working in the world today.”
— James Corden, Host · The Late Late Show, CBS
“Absolutely mind-blowing. Our entire executive team was convinced they’d witnessed something impossible. Best corporate entertainment we’ve ever booked.”
Amy McMullen · VP, Ford Motor Company
“Richard had 500 students on the edge of their seats the entire show. The kind of experience that gets talked about for the whole semester.”
Jack J. Rose · FL Collegiate DECA
“Signed Richard to a three-year contract after his first performance. He’s the most reliable, professional and genuinely incredible entertainer we’ve ever worked with.”
Roger Barnes · Monroe County Fair
©08 — FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions — San Diego
What venues in San Diego does Richard Barker perform at?
Richard performs at the San Diego Convention Center, Manchester Grand Hyatt, Hilton San Diego Bayfront, Town and Country Resort, Hotel del Coronado, Omni San Diego, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina, Sheraton Harbor Island, Loews Coronado Bay Resort and Lodge at Torrey Pines, among others.
Is Richard available for biotech and pharmaceutical annual meetings in San Diego?
Yes. Biotech and pharma annual meetings are a key San Diego market for Richard. He has performed for biotech companies at the San Diego Convention Center, Manchester Grand Hyatt and Hilton San Diego Bayfront.
Can Richard perform for military and defense contractor events in San Diego?
Yes. Richard performs for corporate events hosted by defense contractors including General Atomics, Cubic, SAIC and Northrop Grumman, as well as military branch appreciation events and veteran organisation functions.
Is the show appropriate for Comic-Con events in San Diego?
Richard has performed in entertainment contexts at San Diego during Comic-Con International. His mentalism show in particular resonates strongly with Comic-Con’s creative and pop-culture-engaged audience.
What San Diego universities has Richard performed at?
Richard has performed at UC San Diego, University of San Diego, San Diego State University and Cal State San Marcos for orientation, homecoming and campus entertainment events.
How do I book Richard Barker for a San Diego event?
Submit a booking inquiry at incrediblehypnotist.com/contact/ or email richard@incrediblehypnotist.com. Richard personally responds within 24 hours.
©09 — Book Now
Book a Comedy Hypnotist in San Diego
Available for corporate events, college shows, theatres and private events across San Diego and the CA market. Request an availability check and receive a personalised quote within 24 hours.