Cover Bands for Hire in Canterbury

Browse 1,808 cover bands available for hire in Canterbury, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 3,778 reviews from real clients. These acts play recognisable songs across decades and genres, from a duo at a drinks reception to a full band with brass for an evening party, and most bookings come in around £650.

Of the 1,808 suppliers listed here, 12 are based within 30 miles of Canterbury. The other 1,796 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Maidstone, Chatham, Deal, Gillingham, Kent, Rainham, Sheerness, Snodland and one other place within 30 miles.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 3,778 reviews of Cover Bands
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Acoustic duo performing popular hits from the ages.

Deal

England · 15 miles away

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Elvis presley music

Sheerness

England · 18 miles away

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8-piece party band with brass, big vocals and nonstop dance fillers!

Kent

England

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UK-based Beatles & Paul McCartney tribute show, available for European bookings

Rainham

England · 21 miles away

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Acoustic Duo

Southend-on-Sea

England · 24 miles away

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Function/Party band, pro musicians, versatile, pop, rock, funk, soul, old & new

Gillingham

England · 24 miles away

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Authentic 70s rock and pop 2 piece cover band.

Maidstone

England · 24 miles away

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Excellent, Engaging Duo Singing Pop, Soul & Disco

Maidstone

England · 24 miles away

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4-piece specialising in indie, alternative rock and modern party rock covers.

Maidstone

England · 24 miles away

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Function and Festival Band

Chatham

England · 25 miles away

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4 or 5 Piece Pop and Rock Covers band performing classic hits

Chatham

England · 25 miles away

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Two Piece Duo with Guitar & Keyboards

Snodland

England · 28 miles away

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Willing to travel to Canterbury

Based more than 30 miles from Canterbury, nearest first

BJÖRN This Way - The Ultimate ABBA Tribute Experience

Gravesend

England · 33 miles away

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We are a vibrant and exciting 4 piece rockband covering Essex and London areas.

Basildon

England · 33 miles away

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Great quality covers , from Pop , Rock, Ska, Indie and Reggae

Basildon

England · 33 miles away

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Her Soul is a Disco, Soul & Motown Trio

Basildon

England · 33 miles away

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5 piece rockabilly /country rock/retro pop style, covers with fun

Tonbridge

England · 35 miles away

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Six-piece band male/female vocals classic soul, Motown, party function.

Clacton-on-Sea

England · 35 miles away

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The average price is £650 (GBP), with most priced from £150 to £2,250+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 932 enquiries for Cover Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 24 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
22% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 19%
Typical first reply
Within six hours
61% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
24% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
54% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 88% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Cover Bands based near Canterbury

5/5 from 32 reviews
Photo of ‘The Experience’ ‘The Experience’ "Jasmine and Doug had us all singing and dancing all night. I would thoroughly recommend them. I love how they cover all genres and were able to cater for a mix of ages. They are such lovely people and lots of fun! Thoroughly recommended.best wishes Graham" Based in Maidstone, England (24 miles from Canterbury) Graham - Birthday party Photo of Rockbusta Rockbusta "The feedback that I got from all who attended was the band was really entertaining and put on a brilliant evening" Based in Maidstone, England (24 miles from Canterbury) Mary Neill - Snodland WMC Photo of Clarke&Carter Duo Clarke&Carter Duo "You were both an absolute joy and enhanced our world cruise." Based in Southend-on-Sea, England (24 miles from Canterbury) Honor Jane Page - P&O Arcadia World Cruise 2023 Photo of Electric Outfit Live Band Electric Outfit Live Band "Hi guys, I just wanted to drop you a quick message to thank you so much for playing at our wedding, our guests kept telling us how amazing you were throughout the evening, right from the first dance to the very end you kept all ages up and dancing….exactly what we were hoping for when booking a band, you certainly delivered…and then some!" Based in Gillingham, England (24 miles from Canterbury) Mr & Mrs Phelps - Wedding Photo of Citation Duo Citation Duo "A great evening was had by all last Saturday at Rochester Cruising Club" Based in Snodland, England (28 miles from Canterbury) Sophie Photo of Move Over Dali Move Over Dali "A VERY IMPRESSIVE PERFORMANCE ON THEIR DEBUT PERFORMANCE, Certainly left an impact, Plenty of happy dancing going on Everyone were well pleased with the choice of songs, not heavy rock, a band with a definite commitment to music, CONGRATULATIONS TO THEM, AND EVERYONE THAT MADE THE EVENING THE SUCCESS THAT IT WAS" Based in Tonbridge, England (35 miles from Canterbury) Royal Oak, Tonbridge - Move Over Dali gig

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring cover bands is £650, with prices from £150 to £2,250+. Pricing is mainly driven by the number of band members, performance duration and whether the band supplies its own sound and lighting equipment. Cover bands range from small acoustic acts to large party bands, so the line-up and production level have the biggest impact on cost.

Many cover bands are happy to learn a specific song for a first dance or other special moment. To get the best results, make this request as early as possible, as some songs require additional rehearsal. Most bands will learn at least one special request at no extra charge.

Most cover bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments, amplifiers and stage lighting for standard event venues. For larger spaces or outdoor events, additional equipment may be required. It is a good idea to confirm all technical and staging details with the band before booking.

The cover bands for hire cover a huge range of genres including pop, rock, soul, funk, disco, indie, hip hop and current chart hits. Many cover bands specialise in a particular era or style, while others offer a broad mix designed to appeal to all ages and tastes. Browsing band profiles on Gig Heaven is the best way to find the right musical fit.

Hiring cover bands is one of the most popular entertainment choices for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, festivals and private celebrations. A good cover band plays recognisable songs that get guests singing and dancing, making them a reliable option for events where a full dance floor is the goal.

Standard performance times for cover bands are two to three hours, usually split into two or three sets. Many function bands offer DJ or background music services between sets, and some can extend their evening with additional acoustic or DJ-only slots. Performance formats can usually be adjusted to fit the event schedule.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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