Party Bands for Hire in Oxford

Browse 1,527 party bands available for hire in Oxford, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 4,031 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 1,527 suppliers listed here, 30 are based within 30 miles of Oxford. The other 1,497 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Reading, Milton Keynes, Aylesbury, Swindon, Abingdon, Henley on Thames, High Wycombe, Leighton Buzzard and 2 other places within 30 miles.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 4,031 reviews of Party Bands
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Three piece anglo Irish folk suitable for parties, piss ups and knees ups

Oxford

England

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Book from £180 (GBP)

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Purveyors of classic and original Irish and celtic inspired folk music.

Oxford

England

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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5-piece Funk and Disco band featuring superb vocals and saxes

Oxford

England

(7) Replies in ~3 hrs

Book from £500 (GBP)

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High Energy Covers Band. The songs you love, Extra Special!

Oxford

England

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Book from £1500 (GBP)

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The Denotones are a highly sought after band performing all around the country

Oxford

England

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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acoustic sound with a folk/country style.

Abingdon

England · 6 miles away

(3)

Book from £200 (GBP)

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Five piece Rolling stones Tribute (covers) band.

Abingdon

England · 6 miles away

(1)

Book from £800 (GBP)

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Jazz band idea for parties, weddings, all occasions to set a great atmosphere

Wallingford

England · 12 miles away

(19) Replies in < 1 hr

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Fun! Different! Roaming! Hit songs with a 'twist of uke'!

Aylesbury

England · 19 miles away

(7) Replies in ~2 hrs

Book from £715 (GBP)

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Award-winning Power Trio playing indie, folk, rock and pop through the decades!

Aylesbury

England · 19 miles away

(7)

Book from £3300 (GBP)

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The Fire-Breathing Festival Band that rocks hard, with a twist of folk!

Aylesbury

England · 19 miles away

(5)

Book from £715 (GBP)

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Fresh, floor-filling, international DJ Live Act

Henley on Thames

England · 21 miles away

(73)

Book from £2326 (GBP)

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"We bring the Caribbean to you"

High Wycombe

England · 23 miles away

(5) Replies in ~2 hrs

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

Reading

England · 24 miles away

(1)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Popular Dance floor fillers. Perfect way to impress at your Wedding/Party/Event!

Reading

England · 24 miles away

(45) Replies in ~2 hrs

Book from £900 (GBP)

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

Reading

England · 24 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 · 24 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 · 24 miles away

(4) Replies in ~1 hr

Book from £750 (GBP)

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

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Rates for function bands in Oxford 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 68 enquiries for Party Bands at events in and around Oxford, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 20 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
74% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
29% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
July to September
57% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 35 miles
Typical distance from a booked supplier's base to the event

Reviews of Party Bands based near Oxford

5/5 from 285 reviews
Photo of Tunehead Tunehead "Amazing !!! Great band, these guys really know how to get a crowd up and dancing!" Based in Oxford, England E & L - Joe's Bar and Grill, Oxford Photo of The Publicans The Publicans "I booked the Publicans to perform at my wedding, absolutely amazing, professional and talented group of people. Already looking for an excuse to book them again. Massive thank you all, you made the evening incredible." Based in Oxford, England Joe - Private Wedding Photo of Let It Bleed Let It Bleed "What can I say, what an amazing band! Booked for the celebration of life for my dad who was a massive stones fan and it was better than I could have ever imagined. The sound was great, not gimmicky, just a great band playing the best stones song. 80 guests and everyone said how good they were. One thing that sets the bar high for them is I asked for a song that isn't typically found on a stones set list but holds deep sentiment to myself, with only a weeks notice I didn't think they'd be able to do it....and they did! Such a lovely way to remember my dad....he would have absolutely loved it! Thank you so much guys! P.s. sorry it took so long to write this review!" Based in Abingdon, England (6 miles from Oxford) 9th July 2026 Adrianne Holman - Celebration of life Photo of Ock Street Band Ock Street Band "Great duo who understood exactly the type of music and the playlist required. A superb evening of 70s style folk performed by lovely people." Based in Abingdon, England (6 miles from Oxford) Phil Johnson - Birthday party Photo of Fleur Stevenson Jazz Duo/Trio/Quartet Fleur Stevenson Jazz Duo/Trio/Quartet "We used Fleur and team for the cocktail part of the evening and it was good background entertainment. Fleur has a great tone. I also saw her at a smaller party and she did a good job then." Based in Wallingford, England (12 miles from Oxford) Susan McErlain - cocktail party Photo of George Zebra George Zebra "Great experience. The band were perfect for the audience. They arrived early to set up and started on time. Three great sets and interacted really well and joined in the fun. Massive thank you for creating a great night!" Based in Aylesbury, England (19 miles from Oxford) Steve B

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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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