York Wedding Bands

York Wedding Bands

Get your evening wedding entertainment in gear with a one of our highly recommended York wedding bands.

We represent only the most professional and talented York function bands on the circuit, each with a wealth of live experience under their belts.

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Hire a York Wedding Band

With over a decade in the entertainment business, we're committed to bringing you only the very best wedding bands York has to offer. With an eclectic mix of music to please guests of all ages, you can expect to hear everything from retro soul, Motown and 80s classics to indie, rock and modern chart music.

Book a Function Band in York

Our rates are highly competitive, and our booking processes are kept simple and to the point. You can preview each party band in more detail by clicking through to their profile page, and once you've made your decision, send us your enquiry and leave the rest to our flexible and accommodating team.

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...
The Lost Keys
From £1095
This all-rocking indie quartet is guaranteed to set your party off with a bang! Smart haircuts, smart shirts and even smarter tunes are what await your guests when you...
The Highways
From £1550
Fully armed with a set crammed with high energy party tunes! This fun and friendly band are certain to provide an unforgettable night of entertainment for you and your...
The Midnight Specials
From £1195
Tight-knit 4-piece North West function band. Based in the North West, The Midnight Specials are made up of four seasoned music industry...
Interstate
From £995
Introducing Interstate - blending contemporary & classic hits to guarantee an unforgettable night. With years of stage experience and a versatile sound, these...
Entity
From £2050
Energy-driven, high-end party band performing pop, dance and soul classics. Entity are a premium party band that boast a range of excellent lineups to choose from,...
Pop Club
From £950
Inspired by legendary icons of pop, Motown and soul, you can expect to hear everything from Michael Jackson and Prince to Madonna. With their mutual appreciation of...
The Audiotones
From £1640
Hailing from the North West - The Audiotones are an incredibly versatile function band performing hits spanning multiple decades. With each member of the band having...
Brookland
From £950
Brookland are a powerhouse trio from the North West specialising in Pop, Rock and Indie anthems. With a huge passion for music and nearly a decade in the wedding...
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...
Brothers In Arms
From £1895
Brothers In Arms are a uniquely diverse function band performing a variety of classic and contemporary hits to get the party started....
Night Flyers
From £1170
Funky genre-blending cover band in the North West. Step back in time or groove to today's hits with Night Flyers, the female-led four-piece that packs a punch....
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Detroit
From £5595 + VAT
Authentic soul & Motown party band. Made up of some of the UK's most talented musicians, Detroit deliver a high-impact set list featuring the very best of Motown,...
Riptides
From £1095
This fun and folky trio will be sure to bring the festival vibes to your big event. Based in the Midlands, Riptides present their unique blend of indie, folk and pop...
Pop Twist
From £1170
Pop Twist reimagine popular songs in the style of Calypso, Swing & Jazz! With jazzy arrangements galore, this band stop at nothing short to deliver a truly...
The Pocket Quartet
From £1195
Punchy rock and infectious pop band for hire. The Pocket Quartet are a dynamic ensemble in South Wales, adding a vibrant touch to the...
Sonic Kicks
From £1050
Ignite your wedding celebration with the electrifying sound of Sonic Kicks. With an eclectic mix of classic tunes and current hits, their rich harmonies and punchy...
Resonate
From £1295
From legendary rock gods to indie giants, Resonate deliver an electrifying setlist of guitar-driven anthems to get the crowd on their feet. Featuring a powerhouse...
York Wedding Band Guide

Before you get started, take a look at our booking guide below which contains some of the key information you'll need before booking a band. Our team of live entertainment experts are also on hand to guide you every step of the way, so please feel free to give us a call for some friendly advice.

How much do York wedding bands cost to hire?

We represent a huge selection of bands across North Yorkshire to cater for a wide range of budgets. Our 3-piece and 4-piece wedding bands typically start in the region of £1000-£1250, with larger party bands charging anything from £1500 upwards.

What's included in my quote

To make things easy, we've designed our wedding band packages to be simple, streamlined and all-inclusive.

On the big day, your York wedding band will rock up with a full PA system, lighting rig and a bespoke playlist of related music to keep the good vibes flowing throughout the evening until midnight. Just let us know in advance if you plan on finishing later than midnight so we can arrange this with the band and adjust your quote to allow for the extra time.

Below is a typical example of the packages our bands provide:

  • 2 x 60 or 3 x 40 minute live sets to finish by midnight
  • Professional PA system (Speakers, mixing desk, amps etc)
  • High-quality lighting for performance area and dance floor
  • DJ Playlists before, between and after live sets until midnight
  • Travel expenses
  • Public Liability Insurance and required PAT test certificates

What type of music do York wedding bands play?

The majority of our wedding bands in York perform an upbeat selection of party classics from every decade and genre – this is a great way to get guests of all ages and musical preferences involved and up on the dance floor. However, we also have several cover bands in York who stick to one particular style of music, which is a great option when planning your wedding around a particular theme.

Our specialist wedding bands range from rock 'n' roll and soul wedding bands to indie/rock bands, 80s wedding bands and swing bands. Head on over to our main wedding bands page to view all of our wedding music bands across the UK.

Do your bands provide wedding music throughout the day?

A number of the live bands we represent also offer additional extras to cover your ceremony music, drinks reception and wedding breakfast. If you're looking for a solo wedding musician, acoustic act or jazz band, just let us know and we'll fill you in on the options available.

Do your York wedding bands provide a DJ service?

Every function band we work with provides playlists or mp3 music between and after sets within their quote. If you'd prefer something a little more hands on, many of our party bands also offer a professional DJ service for a small additional fee. This is always a fantastic way to add some variety to your wedding party without booking a separate wedding DJ.

What different band line-ups do you offer?

Our most popular cover bands usually feature at least three musicians. Below are some of the most common line-ups we work with:

  • 3-piece indie rock party band: Lead Vocals/Guitar, Bass, Drums
  • 4-piece function band: Vocals/Guitar, Keys, Bass, Drums
  • 5-piece band: Vocals/Guitar, Keys, Bass, Sax, Drums
  • 5-piece: Male Vocals/Guitar, Female Vocals, Keys, Bass, Drums
  • 6-piece: Male Vocals/Guitar, Female Vocals, Keys, Bass, Sax, Drums
  • 7-piece party band: 2 x Vocals, Keys, Bass, Drums, 2-piece horn section

Of course, there are no limits if your venue has the space! We represent wedding bands that can offer an incredible line-up of 12 or more members to include multiple lead vocalists, percussion and choreographed dancers for an explosive live performance.

My venue has a sound limiter installed, will this be ok for the band?

Sound limiters are a familiar feature in wedding venues across the UK and almost all of our bands are more than happy to work with them. Please do let us know prior to booking so that we can ensure your covers band can accommodate the venue's terms and conditions.

Need to know more about sound limiters? Head on over to our blog where you'll find everything you need to know.

How do I hire a wedding band in York?

At Bands For Hire, we've made hiring a wedding band in York a super-easy process.

Once you've found a function band you like the look of, drop us an enquiry using the form at the bottom of their page and we'll come back to you with price and availability.

From here, you'll be assigned a member of our team who can answer any queries you may have. Once you're ready to book, drop us an email with your details and we'll make the arrangements.

To secure your band, we'll just need a signed contract and a small deposit of approximately 15-20%.

York Wedding Entertainment

We represent a wide and varied roster of wedding musicians to cover every key moment of your big day. Browse through our wedding music section where you'll find everything from pianists, harpists and string quartets to Roaming bands, steel bands and Mariachi bands.

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York Jazz Bands

A wide range of York jazz bands including trios, quartets and swing bands.

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York Acoustic Bands

From low-key acoustic singers and duos to upbeat roaming bands, our acoustic acts are the perfect choice for afternoon wedding music.

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York String Quartets

Make a grand entrance with one of our elegant wedding string quartets.

Why hire a York Function band through us?

  • Over 20 Years experience in the events industry
  • Hundreds of 5 Star reviews across Facebook and Google
  • All 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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