Dig That Band
From £1290
Dig That Band performs timeless hits from classic to contemporary with a 'get up and dance' energy! Drawing from several performance styles, Dig That Band offers a...
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...
JoJo & Sons
From £1640
Smooth RnB, soul & pop band featuring highly skilled musicians. JoJo & Sons is a polished act with exquisite vocals and...
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...
Afterglow
From £1290
Energetic 4-piece band performing unique arrangements of classic hits. Afterglow are a highly sought-after 4-piece band renowned for their exceptional quality and...
Kai & The Waves
From £1695
Multi-genre mashups and medley-driven performances. Seasoned performers on the wedding and events scene, Kai & The Waves are experts...
The Freetones
From £2340
The Freetones are a dynamic female-led party band with an epic repertoire! Seasoned professionals in the events industry, this contemporary function band know exactly...
Version One
From £1755
An explosive function band with an infectious enthusiasm to keep your guests dancing all night long! A truly exciting performance from start to finish, Version One...
Just Dance
From £1405
Just Dance cover classic RnB, soul and modern floor fillers to keep you dancing all night long! Based in the North West, this vibrant and energetic band are the...
The Overloads
From £1245
With a repertoire jam-packed full of rocking indie anthems, The Overloads guarantee to bring a little bit of indie-rock 'n' roll excitement to your evening's...
Gypsyland Jazz
From £945
Gypsyland Jazz are a collective of professional musicians with a carefully crafted repertoire of popular songs with a gypsy jazz twist! If you're looking to create...
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...
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Old School Disco
From £1395
Relive your favourite 90s moments with this larger than life pop disco outfit! These six incredibly talented musicians bring your...
The Poets
From £1170
Highly energetic and thoroughly engaging, The Poets bring professionalism and entertainment to each and every event. The Poets are an experienced 5-piece wedding...
Neon Kites
From £2110
With a set list jam-packed full of modern and classic hits, Neon Kites are guaranteed to be the highlight of your event. This versatile 4-piece function band offer a...
Northern Revival
From £2050
Northern Revival bring classic hits to life with their unique arrangements and three part vocal harmonies. This premium northern based...
The Answer Tones
From £1465
Powerful vocals accompanying a soulful strut; The Answer Tones are the ultimate Motown, soul and pop band! The Answer Tones offer...
The Retro Jets
From £1095
The Retro Jets are a chic, retro & folk function band performing favourites from the 50s onwards alongside an array of contemporary hits in their own unique...
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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