Dance Bands for Hire in Chester

Discover 438 dance bands available in Chester, England, United Kingdom, backed by 955 reviews from real clients and an average rating of 5 out of 5. Dance groups and party bands offer professional live entertainment starting from around £180 and averaging £1,000.

Of the 438 suppliers listed here, 6 are based within 30 miles of Chester. The other 432 are willing to travel there.

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phenomenal one-man-band - Combining effects pedals, metronomic dancebeats...

Strood

England · 189 miles away

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1959’s Rock n Roll Dance Band

Littlehampton

England · 192 miles away

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We love to ceilidh, and we'd love to help you with yours.

Glasgow

Scotland · 193 miles away

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Book from £610 (GBP)

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Nine piece band playing 70s/80s soul, disco and funk.

Gorleston-on-Sea

England · 197 miles away

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Classic Pop/Rock duo with live drums, guitar, two male vocals with tracks

Plymouth

England · 202 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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

Kent

England

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We have two bands -traditional ceilidh band and French Cafe Band

Stirling

Scotland · 207 miles away

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7 piece band with brass section.

Galway

Connaught, Ireland · 255 miles away

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6-piece party band. 90 minutes non-stop party

Ieper

Flanders, Belgium · 294 miles away

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Book from €2150 (EUR)

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Latin/Caribbean Formation Siembra

The Hague

South Holland, Netherlands · 311 miles away

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Book from €1850 (EUR)

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Salsa band with authentic vocalists from Cuba and Venezuela.

Rotterdam

South Holland, Netherlands · 322 miles away

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Book from €1650 (EUR)

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Duo trio + sfeer party kerstshow verzorgingshuis bruiloft bedrijfsfeest

Rotterdam

South Holland, Netherlands · 322 miles away

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4 piece tango and argentinian folklore band

Rotterdam

South Holland, Netherlands · 322 miles away

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Book from €800 (EUR)

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High class party band private and corporate

Bodegraven

South Holland, Netherlands · 329 miles away

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The Ultimate Party Band

Amsterdam

North Holland, Netherlands · 330 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Dance Bands in Chester?

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Rates for dance bands in Chester currently range from about £180 to £2,950+, depending on factors such as group size, performance duration, and included services. The average price of £1,000 reflects the professional quality and entertainment value these acts deliver. Pricing typically includes performance time, basic sound equipment, and consultation to ensure the musical selection matches your event requirements. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 110 enquiries for Dance Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 27 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
60% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
16% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
56% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 87% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Dance Bands based near Chester

5/5 from 15 reviews

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring dance bands typically costs between £180 and £2,950+, with an average of £1,000. The price depends on the number of musicians, set duration and the style of dance music. Dance bands vary from compact combos to large ensembles with horn sections, and the size of the line-up is the primary cost driver.

The dance bands for hire cover a wide range of popular dance music including pop, disco, funk, soul, Motown, rock and current chart hits. Most dance bands focus on well-known, uptempo songs designed to fill the dance floor at parties and celebrations.

Typical bookings for dance bands are two to three hours of live music, split into high-energy sets designed to keep guests on the dance floor. Short breaks between sets give the band and audience a chance to reset before the next round. It is worth discussing the event schedule with the band to plan the best format.

Most dance bands bring their own PA system, instruments and basic stage lighting. Some bands offer enhanced lighting packages as an optional extra. For larger venues, additional sound or lighting may be needed. It is advisable to confirm all technical requirements before booking.

Common events for dance bands include weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, proms and any celebration where getting guests dancing is a priority. A live dance band brings energy and interaction that a DJ or playlist cannot match.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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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