Dance Bands for Hire in Oxford

Discover 461 dance bands available in Oxford, England, United Kingdom, backed by 1,033 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 £950.

Of the 461 suppliers listed here, 3 are based within 30 miles of Oxford. The other 458 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Cirencester and Swindon, and suppliers based in Reading and Henley on Thames.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 1,033 reviews of Dance Bands
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Fresh, floor-filling, international DJ Live Act

Henley on Thames

England · 21 miles away

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Book from £2326 (GBP)

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A high-energy party band for weddings, corporate events & celebrations.

Reading

England · 24 miles away

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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

Reading

England · 24 miles away

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Book from £1420 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Oxford

Based more than 30 miles from Oxford, nearest first

Eclectic, theatrical, Get everyone on the dance-floor.

Cirencester

England · 31 miles away

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Book from £2250 (GBP)

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Four piece party band ideally for weddings and private events

Dunstable

England · 33 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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5-10 piece covers band performing popular hits from 70's to present day

Cheltenham

England · 37 miles away

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Book from £1995 (GBP)

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5 piece soul funk and disco band perfect for parties for functions & weddings

Northampton

England · 38 miles away

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Premium party band for all occasions

Northampton

England · 38 miles away

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Book from £800 (GBP)

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A professional vocal keyboard duo

Warwick

England · 39 miles away

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Sinatra style singer & entertainer, Solo to Big Band

Chertsey

England · 41 miles away

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Book from £360 (GBP)

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4 piece covers band showcasing the best female led hits

Woking

England · 42 miles away

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Book from £240 (GBP)

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

Wembley

England · 43 miles away

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Book from £11000 (GBP)

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Versatile duo performing covers from classics to today’s hits

Wellingborough

England · 45 miles away

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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‘Let’s Get It On’ are a 5/6 piece Motown and Soul party band

Stevenage

England · 46 miles away

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Book from £1250 (GBP)

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Powerhouse Trio, featuring exclusively top-tier professional musicians

Guildford

England · 46 miles away

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Book from £1600 (GBP)

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Andalus - ultimate gipsy kings & popular latin music --to get everyone dancing

Archway

England · 50 miles away

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5 piece barn dance band that also plays 60’s covers

Worcester

England · 51 miles away

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Book from £710 (GBP)

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Klezmer band available for weddings and parties

London

England · 51 miles away

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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

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Rates for dance bands in Oxford currently range from about £180 to £2,850+, depending on factors such as group size, performance duration, and included services. The average price of £950 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 Oxford

5/5 from 1,033 reviews
Photo of Jbmac Jbmac "JBMAC are great to work with - a delight both on and off stage. They deliver a great set of dance music covers sure to fill any dance floor. They are flexible and adaptable and really go the extra mile to make sure the audience has a great time. We love working with them and will definitely book them again for our events." Based in Henley on Thames, England (21 miles from Oxford) 5th August 2026 Angie Avlianos - BFBS Photo of The Sugar Grooves The Sugar Grooves "Thank you so much for putting on such a great playlist. So many people came up to me saying how good you were! ❤️ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!" Based in Reading, England (24 miles from Oxford) 5th November 2026 Elbit Systems UK - Xmas Party 07.12.22 Photo of The Curious LITTLE big Band The Curious LITTLE big Band "WOW, we are totally lost for words, what an EPIC performance and evening with you. There is nothing we wanted more from our wedding than for our friends and family to be laughing, smiling, singing and dancing. Because of you this was how the whole evening went. Our photos are going to be picture perfect from the great time that was had by all. We can’t thank you enough and couldn’t think of anyone better to have celebrated our day with. Enjoy Christmas and a very happy new year ? Lots of Love, India and Ricky Wiltshire (Elmore Court 30.11.2021)" Based in Cirencester, England (31 miles from Oxford) India and Ricky Wiltshire (Elmore Court 30.11.2021) - Private Wedding Photo of Ripple Effect Ripple Effect "These guys were sooo good. Back to back non-stop feel good tunes! We booked them last minute as we had our existing act cancelled - as luck would have it these guys had a cancellation too so it worked out perfect! All our guests were saying how good they were and how much they enjoyed the night. A big thank you - you were fab!" Based in Dunstable, England (33 miles from Oxford) Amy Photo of The Soul D Band The Soul D Band "Soul D band was fantastic and really made our evening. They were professional and really interacted with the audience making their show a great experience for all of us." Based in Northampton, England (38 miles from Oxford) Terry Russell - Birthday Party Photo of Let’s Get It On - The Motown Experience Let’s Get It On - The Motown Experience "Saw this band in November and they filled the dance floor! Really fantastic evening had by all. I highly recommend them" Based in Stevenage, England (46 miles from Oxford) Emma Purvey - The Cannon - ticketed event

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring dance bands typically costs between £180 and £2,850+, with an average of £950. 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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