Party Bands for Hire in Reading

Browse 1,534 party bands available for hire in Reading, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 4,029 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 1,534 suppliers listed here, 58 are based within 30 miles of Reading. The other 1,476 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 4,029 reviews of Party Bands
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3 & 4-piece covers band performing popular songs from the 60's to present day.

Guildford

England · 23 miles away

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Jazz and Swing Band, also playing Postmodern Jukebox

Guildford

England · 23 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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Wedding, Party & Events Band With A Difference!

Guildford

England · 23 miles away

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Powerhouse Trio, featuring exclusively top-tier professional musicians

Guildford

England · 23 miles away

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Book from £1600 (GBP)

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Three piece anglo Irish folk suitable for parties, piss ups and knees ups

Oxford

England · 24 miles away

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

Oxford

England · 24 miles away

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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 · 24 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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

Oxford

England · 24 miles away

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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 · 24 miles away

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Glo are a high energetic party band

Walton-on-Thames

England · 25 miles away

(4)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Brazilian/latin duo, trio or band for weddings and events.Bossas/Sambas/Party

Ruislip

England · 25 miles away

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4 piece party & function band playing Classics from the 60s to the present day

Ruislip

England · 25 miles away

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

Aylesbury

England · 26 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 · 26 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 · 26 miles away

(5)

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

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Rates for function bands in Reading 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 113 enquiries for Party Bands at events in and around Reading, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 28 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
71% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
28% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
60% 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 Reading

5/5 from 460 reviews
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 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 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 Rachael Thomson - Burns Night Reeling Party Photo of The Club Classics The Club Classics "We booked the 8 piece Club Classics Band. Wow.. what a band! We would highly recommend you guys. Thank you for making our day so special. Plus the card you gave us, a nice touch from you all. Mr & Mrs Rooney (Wedding) - 22.08.22" Based in Reading, England Mr & Mrs Rooney 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 (6 miles from Reading) 5th August 2026 Angie Avlianos - BFBS Photo of Rock The Night Rock The Night "Amazing performers , the videos don't do them any justice. We hired the Dawnbreakers for a joint birthday party and they provided the best entertainment. Everyone raved about the band , would highly recommend!" Based in Bracknell, England (10 miles from Reading) Mathilde Fletcher - Birthday

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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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