Cover Bands for Hire in York

Browse 1,740 cover bands available for hire in York, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 3,695 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 £700.

Of the 1,740 suppliers listed here, 33 are based within 30 miles of York. The other 1,707 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Leeds, Bradford, Castleford, Harrogate, Shipley, Thirsk and Wakefield.

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4 piece live band performing the best indie, rock and pop hits

York

England

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Duvet - The Ultimate Covers Band!! are an in demand, Yorkshire

York

England

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The 40 Thieves is an energetic 8-piece playing an eclectic mix of floor-fillers

York

England

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50's and 60's Rock and Roll Duo

York

England

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A Wonderful Vocalist and Tribute entertainer. Neil Diamond, EAGLES.

York

England

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The North of England's most authentic and definitive '80s live band experience.

York

England

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A keyboard, guitar duo playing mainly sing along,dance songs from the 60's

Harrogate

England · 19 miles away

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Book from £150 (GBP)

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Tribute plus 70s covers. And Elo

Castleford

England · 20 miles away

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Singing guitarist performing with and without backing tracks.

Thirsk

England · 22 miles away

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Disco, Funk & Soul Live Band - Experienced in Weddings and Destination Events

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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Book from £795 (GBP)

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Upbeat, feel-good trio, bringing a unique Latin flavour to pop classics.

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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The Headline Show Your Wedding Deserves!

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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Two piece tribute to Electronic 80s, Ultravox, Depeche Mode, Simple Minds, OMD

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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5 piece professional function band

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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Five piece party band

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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Nineties/Noughties Cover Band

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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Live rock, funk, soul, and pop covers band!

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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High energy 5-piece brass street band

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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The average price is £700 (GBP), with most priced from £150 to £2,300+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 924 enquiries for Cover Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 18 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
22% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 20%
Typical first reply
Within 12 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
55% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 87% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Cover Bands based near York

5/5 from 74 reviews
Photo of The 40 Thieves The 40 Thieves "Thanks for your set at our local community festival over the weekend. It was very well received and it was lovely to see lots of people singing along to all the classics you played. Hopefully you'll be available for us to have on the bill again next year." Based in York, England Rob Bowes - Festival Photo of Reverie Reverie "I booked Reverie last minute for a New Years event as my act fell through last minute. They were consummate professionals and provided an amazing night of entertainment. You will not be disappointed if you book this band, they are AMAZING!" Based in York, England Rosie Skilbeck Photo of DUVET - The Ultimate Covers Band!! DUVET - The Ultimate Covers Band!! "It was a really special night for our family and there was music for everyone. We had all generations there. Thanks for being so sociable and doing a brilliant job." Based in York, England Fran and Andrew Eckersley - wedding Photo of Fat Chance Fat Chance "Excellent, look forward to seeing them again. Great evening" Based in Harrogate, England (19 miles from York) Alan Till - Social Evening Photo of South West Band South West Band "We wanted something a little different for our wedding — not just the typical DJ playing the same songs on repeat. Since we absolutely love live music, we knew the band had to be something special. When I came across South West Band on Instagram, I was instantly blown away. From the first clip I saw, I knew they were the ones. Not only are they unbelievably talented, but they also know exactly how to get the crowd hyped and keep the dance floor full all night long. Honestly, BOOK THEM — it’s an absolute must! They were one of the best parts of our entire day, and we have zero regrets. If we could do it all over again, we’d choose them in a heartbeat. 10/10, without a doubt!" Based in Leeds, England (22 miles from York) 8th April 2026 Kayleigh McClarnon - Wedding Photo of Grupo Azucar Grupo Azucar "We just want to say thank you so much to you and the guys for playing at our wedding last weekend, you were all so great and created such a fun and warm atmosphere. We really couldn’t have asked for anything better!" Based in Leeds, England (22 miles from York) Lizzie B. - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring cover bands is £700, with prices from £150 to £2,300+. 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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