Party Bands for Hire in Basingstoke

Browse 1,514 party bands available for hire in Basingstoke, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 3,953 reviews from real clients. These function bands cover pop, rock, soul, funk and Motown, playing weddings, birthdays, corporate functions and private celebrations. Prices start from £180, with most bookings around £800.

Of the 1,514 suppliers listed here, 48 are based within 30 miles of Basingstoke. The other 1,466 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Guildford, Reading, Southampton, Woking, Abingdon, Fareham, Farnborough, Andover and 14 other places within 30 miles.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 3,953 reviews of Party Bands
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6-8 piece funky function band

Basingstoke

England

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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Four piece wedding band playing rock, pop, funk and more

Basingstoke

England

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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Female led weddings and party band

Basingstoke

England

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Book from £1075 (GBP)

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A skilled and accomplished band that excels in performing popular party songs

Hartley Wintney

England · 9 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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A contemporary and skilled duo that with male & female vocals

Fleet

England · 11 miles away

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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Top quality 60s tribute band

Farnham

England · 13 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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Solo, Duo, or Trio Reggae / world music performer, Steel Band.

Reading

England · 14 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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

Reading

England · 14 miles away

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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Playing the classic hits from the 60s to the present day.

Reading

England · 14 miles away

(5) Replies in ~3 hrs

Book from £525 (GBP)

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

Reading

England · 14 miles away

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Book from £1420 (GBP)

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A Scottish Ceilidh Band that plays for Weddings, Reeling Parties, Events

Reading

England · 14 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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Solo act, and 3 piece band performing popular hits from 50 up the present day!

Reading

England · 14 miles away

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Duo performing floor fillers from 60s to 90s

Reading

England · 14 miles away

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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5 piece punk, ska & new wave covers band

Farnborough

England · 14 miles away

(5) Replies in ~4 hrs

Book from £550 (GBP)

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00s rock & pop crowd-pleasers; keeping people dancing and singing

Farnborough

England · 14 miles away

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Book from £350 (GBP)

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Headbanging hits from all eras. Party with all the best rock anthems.

Bracknell

England · 18 miles away

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Book from £1240 (GBP)

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Great sounding band, with very flexible approach.

Andover

England · 18 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Fresh, floor-filling, international DJ Live Act

Henley on Thames

England · 20 miles away

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Book from £2326 (GBP)

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Rates for function bands in Basingstoke range from £180 to £2,550+, with the average booking at £800. Band size is the biggest factor: a three-piece costs less than a six-piece with brass or a second vocalist. Performance length, travel distance and whether the act supplies its own PA and lighting all move the figure. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 92 enquiries for Party Bands at events in and around Basingstoke, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
72% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
29% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
52% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 25 miles
Typical distance from a booked supplier's base to the event

Reviews of Party Bands based near Basingstoke

5/5 from 465 reviews
Photo of Undercovers Hampshire Undercovers Hampshire "I booked these guys from the internet not really knowing what your going to get. How pleased I was, the whole team are fantastic people, great musicians and so professional. They played two astounding sets of a good mix of songs, this added to my wife’s surprise 60th birthday event immensely. We would definitely book the band again and will pass to all our friends. Well done the Undercovers and thanks, Steve and Hils" Based in Hartley Wintney, England (9 miles from Basingstoke) Steve and Hilary - Party, Aug 2024 Photo of The Replays The Replays "“Just to say a huge thank you Paul to you and your band for a fabulous performance on Friday night. Everyone was raving about you, and you really made the party rock! If you don’t mind, I will fully recommend you to the Holiday Inn and others as a great band to have”. Many thanks, Norman." Based in Farnham, England (13 miles from Basingstoke) Norman Jones - Private Party in Guildford … 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 (14 miles from Basingstoke) 5th November 2026 Elbit Systems UK - Xmas Party 07.12.22 Photo of Elvin Cole Elvin Cole "These guys are great, all excellent musicians, great mix of music, good humour and banter with the audience. Seen them a few times now and they never disappoint. Clive Fletcher, Sunday 1 March 2026" Based in Reading, England (14 miles from Basingstoke) 20th March 2026 The whishing Well, Hay's - Clive Fletcher Photo of David Brewster / Reggae / party band David Brewster / Reggae / party band "David Brewster get your diary out you'll be back soon !" Based in Reading, England (14 miles from Basingstoke) Darren - Booking; Hare & Hounds Public House Photo of Craigievar Ceilidh Band Craigievar Ceilidh Band "Thank you for another fantastic party last night. You were all brilliant and really embraced the spirit of the event which really puts the icing on the proverbial cake. Please can we book you for 2024?!" Based in Reading, England (14 miles from Basingstoke) Rachael Thomson - Burns Night Reeling Party

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring party bands typically costs between £180 and £2,550+, with an average of £800. The price is driven primarily by the number of band members, performance duration and whether the act includes extras such as DJ sets between live music, lighting or staging. Party bands range from lean four-piece outfits to large ensembles with horn sections and backing vocalists.

The party bands for hire play a broad mix of crowd-pleasing music including pop, rock, soul, funk, disco, Motown, hip hop and current chart hits. The focus is on well-known, danceable songs that appeal to a wide audience and keep the party atmosphere going.

Hiring party bands is one of the most popular entertainment choices for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, festivals and private celebrations. A live party band brings energy, interaction and showmanship that take any event beyond what a DJ or playlist can deliver.

A typical party band booking covers two to three hours, usually divided into two or three sets with short breaks. Larger party bands with bigger line-ups often deliver a more high-energy show with audience interaction between songs. It is worth discussing the event timeline with the band to agree on the best format.

The party bands on Gig Heaven range from compact three or four-piece groups to larger ensembles with horn sections, backing singers and additional musicians. A bigger line-up creates a more powerful sound for large venues and events. Many bands offer flexible line-up options to suit different budgets.

Most party bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments, stage lighting and DJ equipment for use between sets. For very large venues or outdoor stages, additional sound and lighting may be required. It is a good idea to confirm all technical details before booking.

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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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