Dance Bands for Hire in Manchester

Discover 433 dance bands available in Manchester, England, United Kingdom, backed by 950 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 433 suppliers listed here, 10 are based within 30 miles of Manchester. The other 423 are willing to travel there.

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Versatile duo performing covers from classics to today’s hits

Wellingborough

England · 104 miles away

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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Exclusive 6-Piece Wedding and Events Band

Cardiff

Wales · 144 miles away

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Book from £1500 (GBP)

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Exclusive Acoustic Trio with Outstanding Female & Male Vocals

Cardiff

Wales · 144 miles away

(5)

Book from £450 (GBP)

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Fresh, floor-filling, international DJ Live Act

Henley on Thames

England · 146 miles away

(73)

Book from £2326 (GBP)

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Popular Dance floor fillers. Perfect way to impress at your Wedding/Party/Event!

Reading

England · 150 miles away

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Book from £900 (GBP)

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The ultimate party band. Playing the best of funk, disco and pop.

Reading

England · 150 miles away

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Book from £1420 (GBP)

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Lively duo playing party music

Porthcawl

Wales · 151 miles away

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Leading live-band of the world From 6 members upto 50 members on stage

Wembley

England · 156 miles away

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Book from £11000 (GBP)

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5 piece covers band, performing pop hits and dancefloor fillers of last 60 years

Norwich

England · 158 miles away

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Book from £1100 (GBP)

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Sinatra style singer & entertainer, Solo to Big Band

Chertsey

England · 162 miles away

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Book from £360 (GBP)

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Klezmer band available for weddings and parties

London

England · 163 miles away

(3)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Cool contemporary 6 piece band playing dance anthems, club classics & big hits

London

England · 163 miles away

(6)

Book from £2000 (GBP)

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Dj vs live band concept. Bespoke combinations for the client

London

England · 163 miles away

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Babel Brass Band : the most energetic UK brass band mixing pop, hip-hop & jazz!

London

England · 163 miles away

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Explosive Bollywood band taking UK by storm.

London

England · 163 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 113 enquiries for Dance Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 2 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
59% 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
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 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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