Party Bands for Hire in Stratford-upon-Avon

Browse 1,517 party bands available for hire in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 3,948 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 1,517 suppliers listed here, 53 are based within 30 miles of Stratford-upon-Avon. The other 1,464 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Birmingham, Solihull, Warwick, Bewdley, Cheltenham, Coventry, Daventry, Sutton Coldfield and 8 other places within 30 miles.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 3,948 reviews of Party Bands
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Acoustic Duo - Lovely Harmonies - Professional & Unique

Stratford-upon-Avon

England

(14)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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The World's Most Exciting Queen Tribute

Stratford-upon-Avon

England

(4)

Book from £2500 (GBP)

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Funk Soul Motown Disco Pop 8, 9, 10pc + Lighting/sound engineer inc. DJ service.

Warwick

England · 8 miles away

(5)

Book from £2300 (GBP)

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A professional vocal keyboard duo

Warwick

England · 8 miles away

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The Stompboxers, a rocking duo of guitar, bass, vocals and foot drum pedals

Warwick

England · 8 miles away

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Caribbean Steelband

Solihull

England · 16 miles away

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Award Winning Singer

Solihull

England · 16 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Five-Piece Bhangra band specialising in live Bhangra music

Solihull

England · 16 miles away

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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High-energy 7-piece ska covers band with fabulous all-female horn section!

Coventry

England · 17 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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Solo or Duo Bollywood Singer/Guitarist/Pianist

Coventry

England · 17 miles away

(17)

Book from £350 (GBP)

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Fantastic Male fronted - Rock, Pop, Indie Covers Band.

Birmingham

England · 22 miles away

(14)

Book from £895 (GBP)

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Three piece live wedding and function band + DJ

Birmingham

England · 22 miles away

(8)

Book from £1300 (GBP)

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Premium Wedding & Party Band - Soul, Motown & Rock Classics

Birmingham

England · 22 miles away

(16)

Book from £1100 (GBP)

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A fantastic 4-piece band ideal for Weddings, Private Parties & Corporate Events

Birmingham

England · 22 miles away

(23)

Book from £1050 (GBP)

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Pro 4 piece covers band. Male & female Vocal. Perfect for Parties & Weddings

Birmingham

England · 22 miles away

(16)

Book from £1100 (GBP)

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A fantastic 4-piece band ideal for Weddings, Private Parties & Corporate Events

Birmingham

England · 22 miles away

(10)

Book from £850 (GBP)

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Pro 4 piece covers band. Male Vocal. Awesome for Parties & Weddings

Birmingham

England · 22 miles away

(8)

Book from £1100 (GBP)

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5 piece high energy Indie/Rock/Pop Function Band Male Lead Vocals

Birmingham

England · 22 miles away

(6)

Book from £950 (GBP)

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How much does it cost to hire Party Bands in Stratford-upon-Avon?

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Rates for function bands in Stratford-upon-Avon 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 52 enquiries for Party Bands at events in and around Stratford-upon-Avon, 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 two months
27% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to August
58% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 45 miles
For the 92% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Party Bands based near Stratford-upon-Avon

5/5 from 261 reviews
Photo of Sugar Sweet Duo Sugar Sweet Duo "Melissa and Joe were simply wonderful! They played before the ceremony as guests arrived to the garden ceremony. Their playing was beautiful, guests of all ages loved it. The venue commented they were one of the best bands they’ve ever had. They’re also both absolutely lovely humans! Strong recommend xxx" Based in Stratford-upon-Avon, England Liz Armstrong - Wedding Photo of The Bohemians Queen Tribute The Bohemians Queen Tribute "Really enjoyed the show last long wait after the postponement due to Covid. This is the second time we have seen you at The McMillian and once again an excellent show. Can I congratulate you on your great vocals and musicianship. Already looking forward to your return." Based in Stratford-upon-Avon, England Richard Paul - Theatre Show Photo of Funk'N'Soul Function Band Funk'N'Soul Function Band "Funk’N’Soul performed at a wedding celebration held at Maisemore Gloucestershire on 28th August. The two hour set and DJ kept everyone on the dance floor, which was exactly what was wanted!! Awesome night!" Based in Warwick, England (8 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon) Vicki Williams - Wedding Event Planner Photo of Sound of Steel Steelband Sound of Steel Steelband "What a fantastic performance, Jason the Pannist! We are grateful to him for making the occasion unforgettable. He is a charismatic individual who engages the people and gets them to dance. Jason, thank you for organizing the celebration for all of us. Best regards, Antonio" Based in Solihull, England (16 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon) 25th September 2026 Antonio Simon Hossen - 60th Anniversary of Independence of Barbados in Geneva, Switzerland Photo of Tony O'Dee - Award-Winning Singer Tony O'Dee - Award-Winning Singer "Tony provided a wide variety of entertainment including requests from a variety of people of all ages. Excellent entertainer, thoroughly recommended." Based in Solihull, England (16 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon) Alison - Caravan & Motorhome Rally - Lincs Centre Photo of Jazz & Nichelle-Bollywood Singer/Guitarist Jazz & Nichelle-Bollywood Singer/Guitarist "Jazz and Nish are seasoned professionals who have stood the test of time in a competitive market. Their commitment and integrity makes them a pleasure to work with." Based in Coventry, England (17 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon) Kash Patel Middlesborough Mela - Diwali Mela

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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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