Dance Bands for Hire in Newcastle upon Tyne

Discover 428 dance bands available in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom, backed by 972 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 428 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Newcastle upon Tyne. The other 426 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Durham and Sunderland, and suppliers based in Whitley Bay.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 972 reviews of Dance Bands
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Based near Newcastle upon Tyne

Americana / Country song and barn / ceilidh dance music

Newcastle upon Tyne

England

(4)

Book from £3000 (GBP)

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Three piece ceilidh band with lots of experience and dancer friendly caller

Whitley Bay

England · 8 miles away

(6)

Book from £390 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Newcastle upon Tyne

Based more than 30 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne, nearest first

Live bongos congas/drums

Darlington

England · 31 miles away

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Book from £259 (GBP)

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6-piece Great Gatsby/Roaring 20s+30s/Charleston Jazz Band

York

England · 73 miles away

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Book from £1325 (GBP)

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Compact 13-piece Party Swing Band playing Sinatra/Bublé/Tom Jones/Nat King Cole

Tadcaster

England · 77 miles away

(66)

Book from £1650 (GBP)

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Solo singer covering songs to suit all ages and preferences!

Bingley

England · 78 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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High energy 5-piece brass street band

Leeds

England · 81 miles away

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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6-piece covers band performing floor-fillers from across the decades

Leeds

England · 81 miles away

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Book from £1900 (GBP)

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16-piece Big Band - Ideal for Weddings & Events

Queensbury

England · 84 miles away

(3)

Book from £1350 (GBP)

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

Preston

England · 94 miles away

(7)

Book from £1250 (GBP)

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Freelance bass guitarist performing popular music.

Manchester

England · 106 miles away

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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 · 106 miles away

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Book from £1500 (GBP)

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5 piece horn section performing dance anthems

Manchester

England · 106 miles away

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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 · 110 miles away

(5)

Book from £630 (GBP)

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

New Mills

England · 112 miles away

(4)

Book from £1000 (GBP)

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4-9 Piece covers band performing hits from the 60’s up to the latest chart hits

Chesterfield

England · 119 miles away

(3)

Book from £1800 (GBP)

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

Stirling

Scotland · 120 miles away

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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HIgh energy fiddle-based ceilidh band guaranteed to get people dancing!

Glasgow

Scotland · 121 miles away

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Book from £510 (GBP)

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How much does it cost to hire Dance Bands in Newcastle upon Tyne?

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Rates for dance bands in Newcastle upon Tyne 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 11 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 available in Newcastle upon Tyne

5/5 from 972 reviews
Photo of Hoedown Band Hoedown Band "We hired the Hoedown Band for our Xmas party and they were fantastic. They were very professional, neatly presented and they sounded great on the night. We were a small crowd but their lead singer [caller] Dawn was very interactive and educational with her dance moves. The band knew their instruments and songs very well and I would certainly recommend them." Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England - Lindsay (Bawrunga Medical Service) - Xmas Party Photo of Berking Mad ceilidh band Berking Mad ceilidh band "Dear Dave, Mike and Gerry Thank you so much again for playing at our wedding last month. All our guests are still mentioning how awesome the music/entertainment was, particularly as so many of them had never experienced a ceilidh before. They sincerely loved it. (Despite being a bit exhausted by the end of the night.) I have attached some photos from the wedding, that I thought you might like to use on your website/facebook page. Although if possible, when showing the photos please can I ask that you mention our photographer Lee Ovenden of Sophotogenic Wedding Photography as the one who made them. (His logo fell off when I downloaded the photos.) Hope you have a good season and get to host many more lovely ceilidhs . Thank you again Best Wishes Yun and Markus" Based in Whitley Bay, England (8 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne) Yun and Markus - Wedding reception Photo of Dr Jazz Dr Jazz "Thank you all so much for your amazing performance on Saturday evening, which was everything I could have hoped for! Your music was brilliant, got everyone up dancing and I can’t tell you how many people told me afterwards ‘how brilliant the 1920s band were’. As soon as you played your first song I knew we’d struck gold! It couldn’t have been more perfect given the whole Gatsby theme and everyone so dressed up, so thank you all so much. You may be interested to know that we raised an astonishing £7,000 on the night! With just 96 people in the room…amazing! Thanks again Matthew and I’ll not hesitate to recommend you if anyone should ask me for a fabulous 20’s Jazz Band!" Based in York, England (73 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne) Gayle Wharton - Charity Ball - Lincolnshire Photo of Emi Hall- Singer Emi Hall- Singer "Fantastic performer! Very professional and can adapt to any ocassion, nothing is too much trouble and Emi is very reliable. She has helped us with many charity events as well as birthdays, engagements, baby showers, xmas parties etc. We would highly recommend her. xx" Based in Bingley, England (78 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne) 22nd July 2026 Emma Rigg - Private Event 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 (84 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne) Charlie Castell - Went to a gig Photo of Relative Cool Relative Cool "We thought Relative Cool were absolutely brilliant when they played at our wedding. The vocalist was fabulous! The 3 sets filled the whole evening and definitely had everyone up dancing. I also really appreciated little things like the singer chatting with one of the kids while they had a break between sets. They were thoroughly professional throughout. We spoke to Tom before the evening and he was always really responsive with messages. We would definitely recommend them and thank you very much for making it a great evening!" Based in Preston, England (94 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne) Jane - Wedding

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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.

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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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