Party Bands for Hire in New Orleans

Browse 1,235 party bands available for hire in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, rated 5 out of 5 across 2,473 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 $230, with most bookings around $1,150.

Of the 1,235 suppliers listed here, 8 are based within 30 miles of New Orleans. The other 1,227 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Harahan.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 2,473 reviews of Party Bands
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Four-Piece Jazz Band

New Orleans

Louisiana

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5 piece soul/Blues band

New Orleans

Louisiana

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Four peace top 40 classic rock band

New Orleans

Louisiana

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Three to Five Piece New Orleans Style Trad Jazz Band

New Orleans

Louisiana

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Da Voodoo Kingz is a New Orleans brass band bringing high-energy, soulful sounds

New Orleans

Louisiana

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We are professional musicians who came together to create awesome music

New Orleans

Louisiana

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Versatile Style R&B, Blues, Jazz, Zydeco, Country, Raggae

New Orleans

Louisiana

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Two man acoustical band

Harahan

Louisiana · 8 miles away

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Willing to travel to New Orleans

Based more than 30 miles from New Orleans, nearest first

8 member cover band with horn section and female vocalist.

Gonzales

Louisiana · 54 miles away

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We are a Funk/R&B/Smooth Jazz/Smooth Rock Band

Baton Rouge

Louisiana · 73 miles away

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High energy, party band that plays all genres and travels everywhere

Biloxi

Mississippi · 77 miles away

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6 Piece Band/Weddings and Family Friendly Atmosphere

Baker

Louisiana · 79 miles away

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Four-piece band playing Alt Rock, Modern Country, Pop Rock & Originals

Ocean Springs

Mississippi · 81 miles away

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A fully customizable 12 piece party band!

Lafayette

Louisiana · 118 miles away

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Female fronted dance party band. Ideal for weddings

Fairhope

Alabama · 135 miles away

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Singing guitarist with rock/variety band available

Daphne

Alabama · 137 miles away

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8 piece Brass Band ideal for Festivals, weddings, Gala's, college parties,

Jackson

Mississippi · 162 miles away

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Blues soul and rock and roll. Originals and covers guaranteed to rock any party

Jackson

Mississippi · 162 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Party Bands in New Orleans?

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Rates for function bands in New Orleans range from $230 to $3,800+, 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 1,262 enquiries for Party Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 26 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 80% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Party Bands available in New Orleans

5/5 from 2,473 reviews
Photo of XCITEMENT XCITEMENT "Look at our #1 fan standing next to our singer Ronald Adams. We had 12 fans from London, England stay with us for 4 hours. They wouldn’t let us leave. We had to perform longer so we got a picture out of the deal. New Orleans you are getting free concerts for a while. Soon you will need a ticket. Cheers mate! BMC Balcony Music Club Jesse Jaeo Tolbert Terry Ruppel Tremusic Pro James Johnson" Based in New Orleans, Louisiana -Xcitement fan.. Photo of Tank and Bill Tank and Bill "It was so much fun tonight, guys!! Can't wait to have you back!" Based in Harahan, Louisiana (8 miles from New Orleans) Shelly V - Rivershack Tavern Photo of Unfazed Show & Band Unfazed Show & Band "Unfazed is the best! They made our homecoming event unforgettable! I would recommend them to do any kind of event. Professional and easy to work with. This is our 2nd time booking them and they will be back next year!!" Based in Biloxi, Mississippi (77 miles from New Orleans) Andrea Stevens - Mississippi University for Women Homecoming Photo of CHAMPIONS GATE CHAMPIONS GATE "Great variety of music from so many genres & eras. The band really connects with audience. Highly recommend!" Based in Ocean Springs, Mississippi (81 miles from New Orleans) Renae Photo of Stevie J Blues Stevie J Blues "I had the pleasure of seeing Stevie at Chicago Blues Festival 2025 and what an electrifying show!!! he and his band seamlessly went through blues,soul,and rock and roll all in one 75 minute set! Kudos guys!" Based in Jackson, Mississippi (162 miles from New Orleans) john walls Photo of Southern Komfort Brass Band Southern Komfort Brass Band "Outstanding. Great musicality and they are excellent singers too. Want to see them again." Based in Jackson, Mississippi (162 miles from New Orleans) carmen - Awards festival

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring party bands typically costs between $230 and $3,800+, 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.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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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