Festival Themed Bands for Hire in Raleigh

Browse 187 festival themed bands available for hire in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, with 378 reviews from real clients and an average rating of 5 out of 5. These acoustic folk-style groups bring the outdoor festival atmosphere to local weddings and events.

Of the 187 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Raleigh. The other 186 are willing to travel there.

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Rated Excellent (5/5) from 378 reviews of Festival Themed Bands
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10-11 piece tribute band covering Rick James & Teena Marie

Durham

North Carolina · 21 miles away

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4-8 Piece Dance Band for Weddings, Corporate Events, Reunions, Parties, and more

Wilmington

North Carolina · 114 miles away

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Book from $2000 (USD)

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"A blend of Brazilian jazz and The American Hits in a Bossa Nova/Samba twist."

Charlotte

North Carolina · 130 miles away

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Book from $600 (USD)

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5 piece variety rock band. Crowd favorites thru many genres of rock and blues

Richmond

Virginia · 139 miles away

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Book from $1200 (USD)

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6 to 11pc Band - any venue/event (Lounges, weddings, club, corporate, private)

Richmond

Virginia · 139 miles away

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Solo, duo, full band. variety 1920s to now! private events, festivals, any size!

Williamsburg

Virginia · 149 miles away

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Book from $300 (USD)

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Contemporary Christian Band/ Christian Rock

Chester

South Carolina · 163 miles away

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We are Band with a Jammin' Edge you can dance too.

Virginia Beach

United States · 166 miles away

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Book from $500 (USD)

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West Virginia's favorite variety band

Oak Hill

West Virginia · 206 miles away

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Dance, Blues, R&B, Southern Soul

Greenville

South Carolina · 221 miles away

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Twelve piece Salsa Orchestra playing Hard Salsa and Latin Jazz

Washington D.C.

District of Columbia · 233 miles away

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Paying homage to Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers, and The Band

Washington D.C.

District of Columbia · 233 miles away

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Book from $1800 (USD)

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12 pc band covering all the hits of the Astronomical group Earth Wind and Fire

Washington D.C.

District of Columbia · 233 miles away

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A Few Rockin' Out Bad Ass Musicians

Washington D.C.

District of Columbia · 233 miles away

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Latin Band- Ideal for all types of venues and events

Bethesda

Maryland · 237 miles away

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Bagpiper for ceremonies, church services, dinner parties and educational program

Columbia

Maryland · 259 miles away

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4-7 piece Band featuring music from the 40's up to current.

Baltimore Highlands

Maryland · 263 miles away

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Psychedelic rock

Lancaster

Pennsylvania · 321 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Festival Themed Bands in Raleigh?

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from$290USD
$$Average price
from$1,100USD
$$$High price
from$3,400USD

Rates for festival themed bands in Raleigh currently range from about $290 for acoustic duos to $3,400+ for full festival ensembles with full equipment packages. The average booking cost is $1,100, influenced by group size, performance duration, and additional services like ceremony music or extended sets. Many acts offer package deals for multiple performances at the same event. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 278 enquiries for Festival Themed Bands at events in the United States, 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 seven weeks
34% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to September
54% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 45 miles
For the 91% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Festival Themed Bands available in Raleigh

5/5 from 378 reviews
Photo of Mary Jane Tribute Band Mary Jane Tribute Band "selected the Premium Sound Band to play at my 70's/80's part last year, and they were fantastic! Travis, the leader of the band, started on time, and he had his band dress the theme. It goes without saying that their sound and musicianship was second to none. The private party was filled with dancing and fun! Travis did an excellent job in music selection and instrumental composition of band. In a few weeks, I will host a 2nd annual 70's/80's party, and Travis with the Premium Sound Band will bring the funk! I can't wait to see and dance to his Rick James covers!" Based in Durham, North Carolina (21 miles from Raleigh) James Fayson - 70s 80s costume party Photo of Brazil Flavor Music Brazil Flavor Music "Perfect. Brazil Flavor Music was exactly what we needed for our event. The duo catered their music and brought the perfect vibe to our reception. In regards to booking, they stayed communicating with me, keeping me updated on any changes. They are very friendly, kind, and humble, and you can tell they love what they do. Musically, they are incredibly talented. Several attendees came to us during our event to compliment the music selection for the afternoon. Lastly, our event was 3.5 hours away from them, yet they willingly drove, arrived early/on time, set up, and were ready to go as soon as the doors opened. We will definitely be hiring them again in the future and we recommend them for sure. Thank you again, Brazil Flavor Music! Reviewer: Macklyn Mosley Services Provided: Bossa Nova Band, Easy Listening Band, Samba Band" Based in Charlotte, North Carolina (130 miles from Raleigh) Macklyn Mosley - Roanoke Public Libraries Photo of JBaxterMusic Consortium LLC JBaxterMusic Consortium LLC "All we can say is Wow! Jay and his crew were amaaaaaazing! Truly made the night so memorable and fun. We couldn't be happier. From the minute they got to our house until they packed up their last instrument, they were nothing but professional, polite, respectful and friendly. And let's talk about how talented and entertaining they were! Even our neighbors said that they sat in their driveway and enjoyed the sounds of the evening. They truly ""brought the house down"" and we couldn't be more grateful and appreciative. We thanked Jay, and Rob's in touch w him about Venmo-ing, what we hope is a generous tip for him and his band. Monica, you too have been nothing but so helpful and gracious. It takes a village and we are so grateful for our fantastic village of vendors such as you and Jay. Thanks again for everything!! Tracie T." Based in Richmond, Virginia (139 miles from Raleigh) Tracie T Photo of The Essentials The Essentials "Man. I have had so many messages today about how amazing you guys were last night (from the staff, too and they are the pickiest). We really appreciate you guys being able to fill in last minute. We definitely need to get you all on the books again in the spring!" Based in Richmond, Virginia (139 miles from Raleigh) Nash Osbourne - live band. college scene Photo of Nadia Koz Experiment Nadia Koz Experiment "Nadia Koz played as a solo performer at our sisters birthday party at our house in the large backyard. She was on time to set up, was really kind and fun to talk to, and started exactly when she was supposed to. Her song choice somehow fit perfectly for the vibe we wanted, and she used some crazy guitar pedals, and was able to sound like a bunch of people playing instead of one. No complaints, it was the best hire we could've had." Based in Williamsburg, Virginia (149 miles from Raleigh) Wyatt Baldwin - Private Party Photo of Bradley Dulaney Band Bradley Dulaney Band "Great music. I love the testimonies given by the band. They interact well with the audience during the service. I'm patiently waiting to see them again in March in Mooresville, NC" Based in Chester, South Carolina (163 miles from Raleigh) 10th January 2026 Chris Colley

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring festival themed bands typically costs between $290 and $3,400+, with an average of $1,100. The price depends on the number of performers, set duration and the style and energy level of the performance. Festival-style bands are designed to create a high-energy, outdoor-event atmosphere and often feature larger line-ups with dynamic staging.

The festival themed bands for hire play a mix of crowd-pleasing hits from popular music festivals, covering genres such as indie, rock, pop, dance and alternative. The focus is on songs that audiences associate with the festival experience, creating an energetic, outdoor-event atmosphere.

Hiring festival themed bands is popular for festival-style weddings, outdoor parties, corporate summer events, birthday celebrations and community events. These bands recreate the feel of a live music festival, making them ideal for events with an outdoor, relaxed vibe.

Many festival themed bands can enhance their performance with extras such as festival-style lighting, a DJ set between bands, themed stage setups and even confetti or smoke effects. It is advisable to discuss what additional elements are available when making an enquiry.

Most festival themed bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments and stage setup. For large outdoor events, additional sound and staging may be needed. To get the best results, confirm all technical requirements with the band, particularly for outdoor venues.

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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.

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