The UpKicks
From £1550
The UpKicks deliver the very best in pop, club, rock and soul for an evening jam-packed full of party anthems. With an experienced line-up featuring four of London's...
Horizon
From £935
An electrifying group of young musicians with plenty of enthusiasm to match. Horizon present their own impressive take on modern and classic songs for an unforgettable...
Soho Soul
From £1595
An upbeat soul band from London who bring an abundance of style and charisma to the stage! Having studied in numerous music colleges in the capital, such as BIMM...
Tailor & Co
From £995
Keeping the rhythm and soul flowing are Tailor & Co; a North West trio bringing together the very best of soul, rock 'n' roll and...
Electric Soul Club
From £1295
Electric Soul Club are a gifted young 5-piece function band performing a range of music from old soul classics to contemporary pop. With...
Soul Patrol
From £1310
Soul Patrol are an exquisitely infectious soul and funk band performing catchy crossovers of classic and contemporary chart hits. Soul Patrol have taken on the biggest...
Floral Moustache
From £1640
Floral Moustache are passionate about getting the party started, from Bowie to Bruno Mars there’s something for everyone! More than...
The Last Dance
From £1755
Enjoy 'The Last Dance' with this enthusiastic and vibrant wedding band! Featuring a powerhouse vocalist and talented guitar & rhythm section, The Last Dance...
Unity
From £880
Luxurious vocals showcase the smooth and distinctive style of RnB in all its glory. Distinctive and impressive, Unity features three highly-talented vocalists whose...
Elite
From £1395
Elite are a stunning vocal group featuring live sax - perfect for corporate events, award ceremonies and private parties. This lively and enthusiastic band features a...
Solstice
From £1755
Dance anthems, chart toppers and old school classics - Solstice are the ultimate party starters! Turning every event into an unforgettable night is the band's end...
Ocean Avenue
From £1795
A 3-piece powerhouse featuring a stunning lead vocalist. Ocean Avenue are a group of long-time friends who've been making music and performing together for over 15...
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The Fiction
From £1350
The Fiction are a fun and entertaining 4-piece band performing popular songs from the past five decades. This talented and enthusiastic function and wedding band offer...
Flux
From £1395
A unique lineup featuring a powerhouse vocalist covering a range of genres. Flux are a female-led pop and rock band based in the North West. Comprised of experienced...
Soul That Swings
From £1755
Soul That Swings offer a unique combination of pop, soul and swing for an unforgettable night of dancing for all ages. Stylish, soulful...
Vintage Vixens
From £2095
Luxury jazz, blues, soul and pop vocal harmony group. Vintage Vixens are a vocal harmony group who have established a reputation for providing high-end entertainment...
The Riffs
From £1395
An experienced band with talent in abundance, The Riffs promise to get the party started. The Riffs come fully loaded with a lively repertoire to get your guests...
Southlands
From £1465
Talented country band bringing new life into classic & modern hits with a Southern twang. Southlands deliver lively country hits that will get guests on their feet...
Bristol Band Booking Guide

If this is your first time hiring a wedding band, you're bound to have lots of questions. We've put together the following set of FAQs to answer any initial queries you may have. If you need further information about one of our bands, just drop us an email, and one of our team will be happy to help.

How much does a Bristol party band cost to hire?

There are a number of factors that can affect the price of a wedding band, but on average, you'll find our wedding bands range between £1200 and £2000.

Factors that affect fees can include the number of musicians in the band, travel expense, day of the week, time of the year, and time at the venue. For example, a band may charge slightly more to set up earlier in the day or stay past midnight.

What's included in my quote?

In general, a party band will provide an all-inclusive quote to cover everything you'll need on the day. This usually includes the following:

  • Set up and soundcheck from 5:30 pm/6 pm
  • 2 x 60 minute or 3 x 40 minute live sets
  • DJ Playlists throughout the evening
  • Professional sound system (PA system, speakers etc.)
  • Lighting rig
  • Public Liability Insurance
  • PAT tested equipment

Do your Bristol wedding bands offer a DJ package?

All of our evening function bands include free playlists between their sets as standard. This means a laptop or device will be left to play throughout the evening until midnight.

If you'd prefer a dedicated DJ service, many of our party bands do also offer DJ sets for a small additional fee. This generally involves a member of the band taking requests, making announcements and mixing tracks throughout the evening.

What time will the band arrive to set up?

Wedding bands usually base their quote on a standard arrival time of approximately 5:30 pm/6 pm. If the band are setting up in a separate room to the meal and speeches, they'll be able to set up straight away. Otherwise, the band will usually wait until the meal and speeches have finished avoiding any interruptions.

What time will the band start their sets?

Your wedding band will be happy to fit in with your schedule. As a rule, we recommend that the band starts no earlier than 8:30 pm/9 pm to avoid peaking too early on in the evening.

How long does the band take to set up?

Function bands typically take around an hour to set up and sound check. If you've booked a larger party band, you may need to allow between 90 minutes to 2 hours.

Do your wedding bands offer acoustic sets?

Yes, many of our cover bands also offer the option to add acoustic sets earlier in the day during the drinks reception. Just let us know exactly what you're after, and we'll send you a quote.

What type of music do your Bristol wedding bands perform?

We represent a wide range of Bristol wedding bands covering every style of wedding music imaginable, from jazz, swing, 50s rock 'n' roll and golden oldies to soul, Motown, rock, pop and modern chart music.

Most of our wedding bands in Bristol perform a varied selection of music to appeal to guests of all ages. From Chuck Berry, The Beatles and The Rolling Stones to Bruno Mars, The Killers, Mumford and Sons and Ed Sheeran, our cover bands will ensure the dance floor remains jam-packed at all times!

How do I book a covers band in Bristol?

Hiring a wedding band couldn't be easier with our super-simple booking process. Once you've found a band you love, simply fill out the enquiry form on their profile page to enquire. We'll then check availability and send over a bespoke quote for your event.

From here, our team will be on hand to answer any queries you may have. Once you're ready to book, simply drop us an email with your details, and we'll guide you through the rest of the process.

Wedding Entertainment Bristol

Along with our selection of wedding bands for hire, we also offer a range of local wedding musicians to entertain your guests throughout the day. From harpists, wedding string quartets and acoustic duos for your ceremony and drinks reception to pianists and jazz bands during the wedding breakfast. Take a browse through our wedding entertainment ideas below to get started.

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Why hire a Bristol wedding band through us?

  • Over 20 Years experience in the events industry
  • Hundreds of 5 Star reviews across Facebook and Google
  • All function bands hand-picked by our team of experts
  • Dedicated member of our team assigned to your event
  • Professional contracts for your peace of mind
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Our friends and family thought Solstice were excellent, great music, great singing and as a result the dance floor was packed and we all had such a fantastic time. I’d highly recommend them and we’re really pleased we found them with the help of Bands For Hire. Thank you!!

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