Party Bands for Hire in Monterey

Browse 1,216 party bands available for hire in Monterey, California, United States, rated 5 out of 5 across 2,469 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 $240, with most bookings around $1,150.

Of the 1,216 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Monterey. The other 1,215 are willing to travel there.

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4 piece rock band with seasoned musicians

Monterey

California

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I perform in 2 live bands that perform music from the 80's through today, and DJ

Hollister

California · 32 miles away

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High-energy classic rock & pop party band for any event.

San Jose

California · 51 miles away

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Musicians, singers and dancers from several different countries

Menlo Park

California · 61 miles away

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High Energy Top-40 Band

Redwood City

California · 64 miles away

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We are 7-piece or 10-piece, performing across genres and time eras.

Dublin

California · 76 miles away

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4 piece band performing favorite pop, rock, dance and funk hit from 60s to today

Danville

California · 85 miles away

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Bay Area’s Best Jazz & Beyond Collective

Oakland

California · 86 miles away

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Traditional Greek Music

San Francisco

California · 86 miles away

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Duran Duran Tribute!

San Francisco

California · 86 miles away

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Five - piece Party Band - ideal for corporate events and weddings

San Francisco

California · 86 miles away

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Seven-to-Nine piece Show and Dance Band - ideal for Weddings & Corporate events

San Francisco

California · 86 miles away

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Entertaining performer from solo to a group of 7, ideal for events and weddings

San Francisco

California · 86 miles away

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Americana, swing, big band & swing

San Francisco

California · 86 miles away

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8 piece Top 40 band

San Francisco

California · 86 miles away

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We are a 6 piece cover band featuring a 7th male vocal on rotation.

San Francisco

California · 86 miles away

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Dance Party Band performing hits from the 70 - Today or ALL 80s

San Francisco

California · 86 miles away

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Motown and beyond ultimate party band for weddings concerts casinos

San Francisco

California · 86 miles away

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

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Rates for function bands in Monterey range from $240 to $3,850+, with the average booking at $1,150. 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 1,254 enquiries for Party Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 21 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within a day
54% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
34% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to October
53% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 81% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Party Bands available in Monterey

5/5 from 2,469 reviews
Photo of The Wanderers The Wanderers "We first enjoyed listening to The Wanderers during the pandemic. Since then, we’ve followed them to Palo Alto, Campbell, and San Pedro Square. Their song list appeals to all ages. They played at our son’s wedding in Jamestown and the music was awesome!! The dance floor never slowed down, and we all had a blast! We can’t thank them enough for making our special day even more special." Based in San Jose, California (51 miles from Monterey) 20th October 2026 Dr. Kevin and Terri Sawyer, Los Altos Photo of New Moon - Duran Duran Tribute New Moon - Duran Duran Tribute "New Moon on Monday perfectly captured the look, energy, and iconic sound of Duran Duran… a high-voltage hit that kept our festival crowd engaged and dancing from start to finish." Based in San Francisco, California (86 miles from Monterey) 2nd September 2026 Nostalgia Fest (8,000 attendees), Ottawa - Nostalgia Fest (8,000 attendees), Ottawa Photo of Alex Sandra Alex Sandra "Alex Sandra performed at my birthday party and everyone loved her. She was also very responsive both via the app and text. I really appreciated that she provided any equipment she needed and a great pop song list. I would hire her again in a heart beat!" Based in San Francisco, California (86 miles from Monterey) Joanne S - Birthday party Photo of California Creedence California Creedence "" California Creedence " is a great band for all ages. They played at our wedding and it was a blast seeing all the people we love of all ages dancing and having a good time. They play excellent rock and country, new and classic stuff. We requested a country song for our first dance, they learned it and performed it perfectly. They are very professional to work with, showed up early and brought their own lights and sound equipment. Thanks for everything California Creedence, you made it a very special night! Bill and Eve M. – Sebastopol, Ca." Based in Modesto, California (87 miles from Monterey) Bill and Eve M. – Sebastopol, Ca. - Wedding Photo of Super Groove Tribute Band Super Groove Tribute Band "Powerful. Classic rock the best.They sound pretty good and they are really skilled musicians. Good taste in music selection." Based in Concord, California (95 miles from Monterey) 12th May 2026 Hugo Photo of Groovy Fever Groovy Fever "Awesome, fun band! Sandi and her band were amazing! They were fun and engaging. Our guests were dancing and loved the song choices. The communication and concern before and after our party was greatly appreciated!" Based in Sacramento, California (139 miles from Monterey) 23rd September 2026 Rene R - Retirement Party - Reno

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring party bands typically costs between $240 and $3,850+, with an average of $1,150. 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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