Wedding Entertainment Ideas
From Giant Jenga, singing waiters and ice cream cones to an epic midnight firework display to end your night with a bang, there are countless ways to entertain your wedding guests.
When planning a wedding, it's essential to keep your guests entertained at every key moment of the day, from live wedding ceremony music, to garden games during drinks, to a rockin' wedding band that will get your wedding party swinging.
Here, we've put together over one hundred tried and tested wedding entertainment ideas that are sure to make your wedding day unforgettable.
Wedding Bands
A wide range of wedding bands, perfect for your evening’s entertainment. From Indie, Rock & Pop to Motown, Soul and more.
Jazz & Swing Bands
From 1920s Speakeasy to 1940s Swing; from Sinatra to contemporary pop with a twist, there's something for everyone.
Wedding String Quartets
We represent a number of highly talented string quartets & ensembles, perfect for your wedding ceremony and drinks reception.
High-End Wedding Bands
Take your event to the next level with one of our all-singing and all-dancing premier party bands.
Acoustic Wedding Music
Whether it's Classical, Folk, Pop or Indie you're looking for, you're certain to find the perfect acoustic band or solo performer at Bands For Hire
Wedding Harpists
Hire one of our talented wedding harpists to add a touch of class to the proceedings; from classical to modern, to Broadway and beyond.
Wedding Pianists
We work alongside a number of experienced wedding pianists, both instrumental and with vocals; take a listen and see who strikes the right chord.
Wedding Singers
When a live band feels a little too much for the occasion, our wedding singers offer a compact alternative to get the party on its feet.
Wedding DJs
A selection of highly professional wedding DJs playing music from every genre imaginable.
Wedding Saxophonists
Whether it's a stylish jazz sax player or Cafe Del Mar style performer, we've got you covered.
World Music
From Cuban and Latino to Bollywood and Mariachi, we've got all bases covered. Visit our world music page to be inspired!
Ceilidh, Folk and Country
Hire one of our Ceilidh or Country bands for the ultimate barn dance experience - guaranteed to get the audience on their feet!
Live Entertainment For Weddings
What better way to welcome your wedding guests than with some scene-setting music? Set the tone immediately as they enter with an experienced wedding musician who can vary their repertoire to cater for guests of all ages.
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Popular options include a wedding harpist, string quartet or guitarist. We recommend around 20-30 minutes as guests arrive, followed by your processional and recessional music to make your ceremony even more special. Below are just a few live entertainment ideas to entertain your guests.
Alternative Wedding Entertainment Ideas
Looking to steer your wedding entertainment away from the beaten track? At Bands For Hire, we offer a whole range of wonderfully unique wedding entertainment options to make your big day perfectly in-keeping with your personality and wedding theme.
Unique Wedding Entertainment
Unique Wedding Entertainment
Whether it's a 1920s swing band to compliment your Art Deco theme or a steel band to bring out the Caribbean summer vibes, you'll find an array of unusual wedding entertainment ideas to keep everyone entertained.
Fun Ideas to Entertain Your Wedding Guests
Now that your wedding reception music is on track, it's time to start brainstorming through the various other types of entertainment on offer. From face painting and a bouncy castle to keep the kids in check to a photo booth and Prosecco Drinks Van for the grown-ups.
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Now's the time to let loose with some afternoon treats to entertain your guests. Below you'll find a whole selection of wedding ideas to keep everyone entertained, from Caricaturists and magicians to the timeless sweet cart - always a firm favourite with the adults in the room!
Photo Booth
Photo booths come in many forms and are a wedding trend that's here to stay. Capture the wackiest moments of your day and leave your guests thoroughly entertained.Silent Disco
Keep the party going into the early hours with a disco that won't disturb the neighbours.Singing Waiters
Blending nicely with the waiting staff, these highly-trained singers will leave your guests in awe as they burst into an epic rendition of Nessun Dorma.Ice Cream Stall
A firm favourite with adults and children alike, ice cream cones make the perfect summer wedding treat.Bouncy Castle
Keep your younger guests thoroughly entertained with some active entertainment. And remember, strictly no grown-ups!Firework Display
The perfect end to your big day, a firework display will provide the perfect time to stop and take in the events of the day.Acoustic duos
An acoustic duo featuring a singer and guitarist can provide a versatile soundtrack to your wedding day that your guests will love.Fire Breathers / Fire Performers
If you're looking for some unique wedding entertainment that's sure to surprise your guests, this is a sure-fire way to turn some heads.Sweet Cart
Give your guests a sugary high with the ever-popular vintage sweet cart. From Cola Bottles and Parma Violets to Love Hearts and Sherbet, guests won't be able to keep away.Hire a Wedding Singer
A wedding singer can provide a package to cater for every part of your day. From guest arrival and ceremony music to the drinks reception, wedding breakfast and evening entertainment.Suprise First Dance
Own the dance floor with a choreographed dance routine!Wedding Cake Buffet
Allow your guests to gorge through the evening with an array of cakey treats.Chocolate Fountain
The chocolate fountain has become a classic wedding entertainment idea that's firmly here to stay.Gin bar
Add a pop-up Gin Bar as an alternative to your afternoon champagne reception.Close-up Magician
A fantastic way to keep your guests entertained throughout the wedding breakfast, a table magician will interact with guests young and old.Bandaoke
A fun alternative to karaoke, your guests will have the opportunity to take centre stage as they sing along with a live band.Giant Jenga
What better way to entertain your wedding guests than a little bit of Giant Jenga!Gypsy Jazz Band
Add a Parisian touch to your vintage themed wedding with one of our highly-entertaining gypsy jazz bands.Casino Tables
Taking queue from corporate events, Casino tables are a fun and interactive way to get the conversation flowing.Book a Wedding DJ
Get your guests on the dance floor with classic party hits from every generation.Opera Singers
Sure to make an impression, an opera singer will guarantee a wedding day to remember.Hire a Wedding Band
Keep your guests dancing all night long with a high-energy wedding band. Performing the biggest dance floor fillers from every decade, your party will be the talk of the town for years to come.Giant Connect Four
A game of strategy to get the atmosphere buzzing. Both adult and kid-friendly, this will appeal to guests of all ages.Sparklers
If a firework show is a little too much for you, then sparklers could be the perfect evening entertainment idea to heat up the atmosphere.Caricaturist
A fun conversation starter providing your guests with a wedding favour they'll definitely want to keep.Comedian
Warm up the crowd with a pre-dinner comedian.Ceilidh
You don't have to have Gaelic roots to get your Ceilidh on. With an engaging caller to keep things in order, a Ceilidh is a lively start to the evening that your guests will love.Fairground Rides
Go all out with your entertainment and bring in the fairground for some classic family fun.Afternoon tea
Perfect for small and intimate weddings, afternoon tea is an ideal alternative to the traditional wedding breakfast.DIY Cocktails
Dare to let your friends and family loose at the cocktail bar for some unconventional concoctions - for a limited time only!Steel Band
Add a laid back Caribean vibe to your wedding day with an authentic steel band.
Evening Wedding Entertainment
Make your evening wedding reception unforgettable with a versatile wedding DJ or live wedding band.
From indie, rock and Motown to 80s, 90s and modern, we promise to have your guests on the dance floor!
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