Dance Bands for Hire in Manchester

Discover 438 dance bands available in Manchester, England, United Kingdom, backed by 971 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, 10 are based within 30 miles of Manchester. The other 428 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Bolton, and suppliers based in Burnley, New Mills, Preston, Queensbury, Rochdale and Stockport.

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Full live band tribute to the legendary artist, Pink.

Manchester

England

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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Freelance bass guitarist performing popular music.

Manchester

England

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Book from £150 (GBP)

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8 piece alt funk-rock band weaving elements of dub, soul, jazz and psychedelia

Manchester

England

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Book from £1500 (GBP)

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5 piece horn section performing dance anthems

Manchester

England

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Book from £1700 (GBP)

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Rock/Soul/Pop band available from 4-piece to 10+ piece with horns

Stockport

England · 6 miles away

(5)

Book from £630 (GBP)

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We are a band with vast repertoire from 60s up to date

Rochdale

England · 10 miles away

(1)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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5 piece Bavarian-UK festival band playing pop bangers - high energy oompah-pop!

New Mills

England · 13 miles away

(4)

Book from £1000 (GBP)

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60's and 70's Function / Dance band

Burnley

England · 22 miles away

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Book from £650 (GBP)

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16-piece Big Band - Ideal for Weddings & Events

Queensbury

England · 24 miles away

(3)

Book from £1350 (GBP)

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Five-piece party band bringing the energy to your special day!

Preston

England · 27 miles away

(7)

Book from £1250 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Manchester

Based more than 30 miles from Manchester, nearest first

Solo singer covering songs to suit all ages and preferences!

Bingley

England · 30.2 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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High-energy, four piece wedding and party band

Liverpool

England · 31 miles away

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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A 5 piece covers band playing upbeat music perfect for any occasion

Liverpool

England · 31 miles away

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Book from £350 (GBP)

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Cover duo performing popular hits and classics from the 70s to the current day

Liverpool

England · 31 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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9 Piece Tribute to Nile Rodgers & Chic

Stoke-on-Trent

England · 33 miles away

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Book from £1800 (GBP)

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Electric band bringing an action packed fun-filled Soul, Pop, R&B, Funk & Motown

Chester

England · 34 miles away

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Book from £1350 (GBP)

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Four-piece cover band of rock and pop classics, lively, get everyone dancing

Chester

England · 34 miles away

(5)

Book from £440 (GBP)

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Great versatile duo playing pop, rock and jazz covers 70's to present days

Chester

England · 34 miles away

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

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Rates for dance bands in Manchester 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 114 enquiries for Dance Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
60% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
17% 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 40 miles
For the 88% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Dance Bands based near Manchester

5/5 from 30 reviews
Photo of Stupid Girl Pink Tribute Stupid Girl Pink Tribute "The look is authentic, the songs are faithfully reproduced and the singer has great energy. What a show!" Based in Manchester, England Mel - Party Photo of The Big Phat Phunction Band The Big Phat Phunction Band "You were excellent and fun and we will for sure book you all again next time we party!" Based in Stockport, England (6 miles from Manchester) Ken - Birthday party in Telford - 2019 Photo of Sunbeat band Sunbeat band "we have been singing in a venue call the english lounge and it was great" Based in Rochdale, England (10 miles from Manchester) THE ENGLISH lounge Photo of The Bierkellers The Bierkellers "The Bierkellers played for our corporate suppliers party & did a fantastic job. The crowd were dancing and singing along all night; we’d definitely have them back next year. Many thanks!" Based in New Mills, England (13 miles from Manchester) 6th October 2026 Neil C - Corporate party Photo of The Backbeats The Backbeats "The Backbeats were fantastic to work with and were thoroughly enjoyed by the guests at Frances's 60th birthday party. Martyn was very easy to communicate with in the lead-up to the party, and when we needed to change their set times, they were happy to adapt. I would be more than happy to book them again in the future. Emma Sanders - Blind Tiger Events" Based in Burnley, England (22 miles from Manchester) 29th July 2026 Emma Sanders - 60th Birthday Photo of Nightflyers Big Band Nightflyers Big Band "I have seen them play twice at Leeds Jazz Club. They bring so much life to their music! I hope to see them again." Based in Queensbury, England (24 miles from Manchester) Charlie Castell - Went to a gig

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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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