Pop Bands for Hire in Leicester

Browse 1,036 pop bands available in Leicester, England, United Kingdom, with 2,733 reviews from real clients rating their services 5 out of 5. These professional pop groups deliver crowd-pleasing performances featuring chart hits and classic pop anthems for weddings, parties and corporate events.

Of the 1,036 suppliers listed here, 25 are based within 30 miles of Leicester. The other 1,011 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Northampton, Derby, Lichfield, Coventry, Nottingham, Sutton Coldfield, Corby, Daventry and 5 other places within 30 miles.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 2,733 reviews of Pop Bands
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Duo - vocalist & keyboard wizzard! Classic 60s, 70s & 80s numbers

Lutterworth

England · 13 miles away

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Book from £230 (GBP)

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High energy, high impact 80's tribute band for weddings, parties and corporates

Market Harborough

England · 14 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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5 piece covers band playing only upbeat tunes for your event

Nuneaton

England · 16 miles away

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Book from £850 (GBP)

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High-energy pop & rock party duo – dance-floor fillers & crowd favourites

Rugby

England · 19 miles away

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Book from £220 (GBP)

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Female fronted Pop and Rock band

Corby

England · 21 miles away

(4) Replies in ~3 hrs

Book from £449 (GBP)

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Soulful pop solo/duo/trio/band for weddings and events!

Nottingham

England · 22 miles away

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Book from £100 (GBP)

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6 piece David Bowie tribute band

Nottingham

England · 22 miles away

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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High-quality solo violin with backing tracks - 400+ songs, classical to modern

Coventry

England · 23 miles away

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Book from £325 (GBP)

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Acoustic duo singing popular hits or country songs

Coventry

England · 23 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Versatile 4 piece pop,soft rock etc covers band

Derby

England · 24 miles away

(3) Replies in ~1 hr

Book from £300 (GBP)

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4-piece wedding & function band offering high-quality live entertainment

Derby

England · 24 miles away

(9) Replies in ~2 hrs

Book from £1050 (GBP)

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Five piece live rock jukebox - Bringing you the biggest songs through the ages!

Derby

England · 24 miles away

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Female Fronted Live Band. Highly recommended by dozens of venues.

Daventry

England · 26 miles away

(14) Replies in < 1 hr

Book from £1250 (GBP)

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Duo with a 5 piece sound 60s, 70, 80s, 00s'

Grantham

England · 28 miles away

(4) Replies in ~4 hrs

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Five piece party/ function band with sax

Northampton

England · 29 miles away

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Covers band playing hot hits from across the decades.

Northampton

England · 29 miles away

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Book from £450 (GBP)

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Four piece Rock covers band. Ideal for parties, pubs, festivals, etc.

Northampton

England · 29 miles away

(1)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Three piece band with a big sound performing classic rock, indie and pop covers

Northampton

England · 29 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Pop Bands in Leicester?

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Rates for pop bands in Leicester typically run between about £150 and £2,350+, with most professional acts charging around £750 for standard performances. Pricing factors include band size, equipment requirements, performance duration and specific date availability. Most pop groups structure their services around two 45-minute sets, though flexible timing arrangements are typically available for events with specific scheduling needs. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 486 enquiries for Pop Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
63% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
22% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to August
59% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 89% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Pop Bands based near Leicester

5/5 from 76 reviews
Photo of Full on 80's Full on 80's "Thank you so much for playing at my surprise party, I knew my husband was up to something!! Loved the Queen stuff you did and getting down to join us all on the dance floor at the end was awesome!!" Based in Market Harborough, England (14 miles from Leicester) Anna, Leicester - Private party Photo of Lee & Dunk Lee & Dunk "Lee and Dunk were incredible for our 60th birthday party! They were super flexible on when to start their sets, and our guests loved all their songs and general upbeat vibe, would highly recommend." Based in Rugby, England (19 miles from Leicester) 3rd August 2026 Sophie Davies - 60th birthday party Photo of Venus & Mars Venus & Mars "The band set up all through the one system to keep the volume at a suitable level for a BBQ in my garden. The performance was outstanding and they were friendly, professional and most of all great fun. Definitely recommend them!" Based in Corby, England (21 miles from Leicester) Franklin - Private BBQ Photo of Jools Street Jools Street "Jools was amazing. He played for us during our wedding ceremony and drinks reception. Everything was perfect. Would highly recommend and rebook him for future events. He really listened to what we wanted, was a real hit with our guests." Based in Coventry, England (23 miles from Leicester) 6th September 2026 Amy Delaney - Wedding Photo of Strange Days Strange Days "thanks ken for your kind remarks.we thought Strange Days were brilliant and made our party one to remember,please thank all the group members,and once again thank you so much" Based in Derby, England (24 miles from Leicester) Trevor Inckle Belper - Birthday 70th Party Photo of House of Harmony House of Harmony "Great singers, entertainers and a lovely atmosphere!" Based in Derby, England (24 miles from Leicester) Michelle Grant - Private Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for pop bands on Gig Heaven is £750, with rates from £150 to £2,350+. Cost varies based on the number of band members, set duration and the production level of the performance. Pop bands range from compact line-ups to larger acts with backing vocalists, and bigger ensembles typically command higher fees.

The pop bands for hire play popular music spanning several decades of chart hits, from classic pop through to current releases. Many pop bands cover a wide range of artists and styles, creating setlists designed to appeal to the broadest possible audience.

Hiring pop bands is one of the most versatile entertainment choices for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, proms, festivals and private celebrations. Pop music is universally recognised and appeals to guests of all ages and musical tastes.

Most pop bands perform for two to three hours, divided into sets with short breaks. Pop music sets tend to feature well-known singalong material that keeps the audience engaged throughout the evening. It is worth discussing the event schedule with the band to plan the best set structure.

Many pop bands are flexible and can adjust their setlist to include specific songs or focus on particular decades or styles. Some bands also take guest requests during the performance. Gig Heaven recommends discussing your music preferences with the band when making an enquiry.

Most pop bands are self-contained and bring their own PA system, instruments and basic lighting. For larger venues or outdoor stages, additional sound and staging may be required. It is advisable to confirm all technical details before booking.

Most acts will learn a first dance song given a few weeks' notice, and some include one learned request in the fee. Where a track is hard to reproduce live, the band can play the original recording for the dance and take over for the rest of the evening. Sending the song choice early gives them time to rehearse it properly.

Line-ups commonly run from four to eight players, with the larger ones adding brass, percussion or extra vocals. A smaller act suits a tighter room or a lower budget and still covers the same material. Supplier profiles list the line-up options each act offers.

Sound limiters are common in hotels and smaller function rooms, and experienced acts adjust stage volume and drum setup to work within them. Telling the band the limiter level at the booking stage matters more than the size of the room. Some venues also set a curfew, which affects how the sets are arranged.

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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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