Tribute Bands for Hire in Edinburgh

Discover 426 tribute bands and tribute acts available in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. These professional cover bands and impersonators bring the music of legendary artists to your event, recreating authentic performances at a fraction of the original cost.

Of the 426 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Edinburgh. The other 424 are willing to travel there.

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Trio: two acoustic guitars, harmonies, lead guitar

Cork

Munster, Ireland · 353 miles away

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UK-based Beatles & Paul McCartney tribute show, available for European bookings

Rainham

England · 353 miles away

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80s electronic synth duo

Southampton

England · 356 miles away

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A Dire Straits tribute

Southampton

England · 356 miles away

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Lively tribute to Elvis Presley with top backing tracks and costumes

Exeter

England · 362 miles away

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A James Bond show. Shake, but do not stir!

Chichester District

England

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Elvis Raised on Rock Tribute Show with Craig Jefferson

Fareham

England · 362 miles away

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Solo tribute act to Amy Winehouse

Christchurch

England · 365 miles away

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Six piece The Shadows and Cliff Richard Tribute Band

Bournemouth

England · 366 miles away

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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The UKs Hottest Abba Tribute Band

Chichester

England · 367 miles away

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4-piece 80s Tribute Show

Chichester

England · 367 miles away

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This is a full-frontal tribute to the legendary superstar Dolly Parton. Yeehaw!!

Brighton

England · 376 miles away

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Ariana Grande Tribute Act

Brighton

England · 376 miles away

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The Bowie Legacy is one man solo show tribute to David Bowie

Brighton

England · 376 miles away

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Who said only dads could play #dadrock?!

Brighton

England · 376 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Tribute Bands in Edinburgh?

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Rates for tribute bands in Edinburgh generally range from about £170 to £2,750+, with an average cost of £850. An act based closer to your venue may quote less for travel, while established performers with extensive repertoires and professional equipment command premium fees. Performance length, venue requirements, and group size all influence final pricing, with solo impersonators typically costing less than full tribute bands. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 668 enquiries for Tribute Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 4 November 2026.

Most requested for
Birthday parties
22% of enquiries, with bar and venue events next at 18%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
59% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
32% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to October
58% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 90% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Tribute Bands available in Edinburgh

5/5 from 856 reviews
Photo of Dex Dex "Absolutely fantastic tribute to rock and especially Meatloaf. Encore 500 miles was superb too." Based in Cumbernauld, Scotland (31 miles from Edinburgh) Heather Lawrence - Bonanza Bar, Benalmadena Photo of U2v2 U2v2 "Unbelievable vocals and musicians - close your eyes and you would think Bono and the band were in the room" Based in Glasgow, Scotland (42 miles from Edinburgh) 16th November 2025 Marty - Full band show Photo of Bootleg Eagles Bootleg Eagles "We hired the band for a Virgin Atlantic event, they were brilliant!! So easy to work with, so professional and our audience absolutely loved them. Thank you!" Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England (92 miles from Edinburgh) Trevor Bailey - Corporate event Photo of Michael Jackson Tribute Show Michael Jackson Tribute Show "Great work and an excellent! display, dance and rhyth. Keep it up!" Based in Bradford, England (160 miles from Edinburgh) 13th August 2026 Arshad Anwar Photo of True Vintage True Vintage "Very good show, great meeting you and having your show here in Norfolk hopefully we will have you again sometime!! Norman & Helen." Based in York, England (161 miles from Edinburgh) Norman & Helen Illsley - Sheringham Theatre Photo of GIMME GIMME the ultimate tribute to ABBA GIMME GIMME the ultimate tribute to ABBA "This complete and superb ABBA show comes with a repertoire that draws from the greatest hits of Sweden's most famous export, the performance is jam-packed with all the popular ABBA songs knows and loved by millions and includes many costume changes, choreographed dance routines and four-part vocal harmonies to re-create that original ABBA party feel." Based in Wakefield, England (171 miles from Edinburgh) 29th December 2025 June Marino Rice - Theatre and Festivals

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring tribute bands typically costs between £170 and £2,750+, with an average of £850. Pricing depends on the number of performers, show duration and the production elements included. Tribute bands cover a wide range of artists and eras, so the scale and complexity of the show is the main factor in cost.

The tribute bands for hire cover tributes to a huge range of artists and bands spanning every genre and era, from classic rock legends to current pop stars. Gig Heaven has tribute acts for hundreds of different artists, so browsing the category is the best way to find the right act.

Many clients book tribute bands for themed parties, corporate events, birthday celebrations, weddings, festivals and pub or club nights. A tribute band delivers the experience of seeing a well-known artist live, making them a crowd-pleasing and memorable entertainment choice.

The best tribute bands invest heavily in recreating the sound, look and stage presence of the original artist, including costumes, instruments and vocal accuracy. It is advisable to watch videos on each tribute act's profile to judge the quality and authenticity of their performance.

Most tribute bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments, costumes and staging. For larger venues or outdoor events, additional equipment may be required. Gig Heaven recommends confirming technical requirements before booking.

Many tribute acts build a main set around the artist they cover and add a second set of wider hits from the same era or genre. Others stay with the original artist throughout. Asking what a full evening looks like is the quickest way to know whether one act can cover the whole night.

Costume is central to most tribute shows, and many acts change outfits between sets to follow the artist's career. A smaller number perform in plain stage dress and focus on the music. Photographs and video on each act's profile show which approach they take.

Tribute shows tend to work well across age groups because the material is already familiar to most of the room. Acts covering artists with a long career usually have the widest span of recognisable songs. Set lists can normally be adjusted if the audience skews older or younger.

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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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