Browse 1,443 party bands available for hire in Manchester, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 3,752 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 £170, with most bookings around £800.
Of the 1,443 suppliers listed here, 53 are based within 30 miles of Manchester. The other 1,390 are willing to travel there.
Also covers Bolton, and suppliers based in Huddersfield, Stockport, Buxton, St Helens, Alsager, Audley, Blackburn, Bradford and 14 other places within 30 miles.
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Soul Bands in ManchesterRates for function bands in Manchester range from £170 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.
Based on 68 enquiries for Party Bands at events in and around Manchester, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 20 October 2026.
The Not Quite Big Band
"Wow wow wow! These guys were absolutely incredible! Words can’t describe! We hired the NQBB for our wedding back in October and we think it was the best wedding decision we made! Will was super through all stages of the process, from enquiries before booking, through to set list selections and sorting out logistics, he was so friendly, with excellent communication and always had time to answer our queries. On the day itself they arrived in plenty of time to set up and you could tell the guests were getting excited for what was to come. It was what we were most looking forward to about the day and it more than exceeded our expectations! What was wonderful was seeing everyone dancing - all the generations. They are such amazing performers and so engaging getting all on the dance floor involved! Our guests are still raving about ‘THE band’ and rightly so! Thank you so much NQBB, you most certainly made the day!"
BigBandeoke
"These guys were brilliant, will definitely book again!"
The DeeVines
"I just wanted to say a massive thank you to The DeeVines for playing at our wedding. The band were fantastic to work with from the initial booking to the wedding itself. I couldn't have asked for better! They were approachable and professional throughout. At our wedding they kept everyone dancing all night and I can't thank them enough for making our big day so amazing. Thanks very much"
Stupid Girl Pink Tribute
"The look is authentic, the songs are faithfully reproduced and the singer has great energy. What a show!"
Aiden Grimshaw
"Aiden and co helped make our day truly magical. Such talented musicians with beautiful arrangements and unusual covers. Aiden's voice was rich and soulful and the whole process of booking with them was a delight. Thank you so much!"
Shirley Bassey Tribute Show
"It was back to the tributes next with Dame Shirley Bassey being portrayed fabulously, in my view, by Carolynn May. Here we heard a top notch voice and the chosen songs were beautifully delivered. All in all, Ms May presents a whole package. I can see this fine artiste working the cruise ship cabaret scene and/or the better-quality hotel scene.
Quote from Email sent from "Bournville Gardens Retirement Village" Birmingham Cathryn Boffey (Extracare)
Carolynn May was a fantastic. The residents loved her brilliant show, which was just like watching the real Shirley Bassey. I think the standing ovation at the end of the evening said it all!!
The residents have not stopped talking about her. Will definitely be having her back again. Thank You Carolynn.
Quote from Lancashire Federation of Entertainment Secretaries :
"CAROLYNN MAY. To open the show, we presented this charming lady, who is being hailed as one of the best entertainers on the circuit with her ability to give her audience a complete professional show. We add our accolade (Artiste of the Year) to her collection which includes Manchester, Huddersfield, and Tameside and many more…."