Vintage Themed Bands for Hire

Browse 288 vintage themed bands and retro music groups, with 731 reviews from real clients, averaging 5 out of 5 stars. These period entertainment acts specialize in authentic vintage sounds from the 1920s through to the 1950s, ideal for themed weddings and events.

From swing bands and jazz ensembles to wartime entertainment groups, vintage themed bands create an authentic atmosphere that transports guests back to bygone eras. Prices start from $170, with an average cost of $700 across all acts.

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Cocktail Jazz/Lounge band- Ideal for weddings and corporate events

Greece

Thessaloníki, Central Macedonia

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Jazz and swing band

Spain

Barcelona, Catalonia

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Book from €750 (EUR)

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Jazz & Soul band - Music for Wedding & Events

Italy

Catania, Sicily

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The Deltas infuse a country-folk twist into a vast repertoire of over 200 songs

United Kingdom

Weston-super-Mare, England

(16)

Book from £1495 (GBP)

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Famous austrian Jazz and Gypsy-Swing Quintet, also available in Quartett or Trio

Austria

Innsbruck, Tyrol

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Classic jazz vibes from the 40s and 50s

Netherlands

Maastricht, Limburg

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Book from €450 (EUR)

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4 piece blues band performing electric blues, rock blues and originals

Italy

Naples, Campania

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Jazz Singer with flexible band formats - Ideal for private and corporate events!

Australia

Sydney, New South Wales

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Today's songs in a swinging, poppy, jazzy jacket: ideal for events & party

Netherlands

Bussum, North Holland

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Book from €2345 (EUR)

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Traditional jazz band performing hits from the Prohibition era

United Kingdom

Manchester, England

(4)

Book from £940 (GBP)

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Four piece gispsy and swing band - Ideal for weddings and events

France

Toulouse, Occitanie

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Book from €1100 (EUR)

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Solo accordion, acoustic or amplified, totally mobile on request

United Kingdom

London, England

(16)

Book from £333 (GBP)

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Solo singer, in the style of Frank Sinatra

France

Angoulême, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

(4)

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Jazz, Swing, Blues and Vintage singer

United Kingdom

Oxford, England

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saxophone player

France

Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region

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Hire Vintage Themed Bands

Vintage themed bands specialize in recreating the authentic sounds and atmosphere of past decades, bringing the glamor and charm of bygone eras to modern celebrations. These talented retro music groups perform carefully selected repertoires spanning from the roaring twenties through to the post-war years, using period-appropriate instruments, arrangements, and performance styles to create an engaging musical experience.

Why Choose a Vintage Music Group

Period entertainment acts offer something truly distinctive for events seeking sophistication and nostalgia. Many vintage bands complement their musical performances with authentic costumes and staging, creating a complete theatrical experience. For those planning decade-specific celebrations, 1920s Era Musicians & Bands deliver the right Charleston soundtrack, while 1930s Era Musicians & Bands capture the swing era's infectious energy. 1940s Era Musicians & Bands bring wartime nostalgia and big band sounds, and 1950s Era Musicians & Bands offer early rock and roll alongside crooner classics.

The vintage entertainment trend draws heavily from the 1920s, 30s and 40s for inspiration, with many couples and event planners looking for acts that recreate the glamor and style of these eras.

Popular Events for Vintage Entertainment

Retro music groups excel at weddings where couples want sophisticated background music during cocktail receptions and energetic dance sets for evening celebrations. Corporate events benefit from vintage bands' ability to create conversation-friendly atmospheres while maintaining professional elegance. Birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, and themed galas all gain authentic period atmosphere when vintage themed bands provide the soundtrack. These acts adapt their repertoires to suit different event moments, from gentle jazz standards during dinner to upbeat swing numbers for dancing.

Vintage Band Pricing and Costs

Vintage themed bands currently range from $170 for smaller acoustic ensembles to $2,200+ for large orchestras with full period staging. The average price of $700 typically includes professional sound equipment, period costumes, and repertoires spanning multiple decades. Factors affecting pricing include band size, performance duration, travel requirements, and additional services like DJ sets between live music segments.

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Frequently asked questions


The average cost of hiring vintage themed bands is $700, with prices from $170 to $2,200+. Pricing depends on the number of musicians, set duration and whether the act includes themed costumes, vintage staging or additional visual elements. Vintage-themed bands span a range of eras, from 1920s jazz to 1960s rock, so the style and size of the act both influence cost.

Many vintage themed bands perform in authentic vintage attire appropriate to their era of music, from 1920s flapper dresses and suits to 1950s rock and roll outfits. This adds a visual element that enhances the atmosphere at themed events. Gig Heaven recommends asking about costume options when making an enquiry.

Hiring vintage themed bands is popular for vintage-themed weddings, Gatsby and prohibition parties, afternoon teas, corporate events, garden parties and retro celebrations. Vintage music adds charm and character to events with a classic or nostalgic theme.

Most are self-contained and bring a PA suited to the room, though acts built around acoustic instruments often need less than a modern band. Period-styled microphones and stands are usually part of the look rather than the sound, and come with the act. Venues with their own system should mention it, as it can reduce what has to be transported.

The vintage themed bands perform music spanning the 1920s through to the 1960s, covering styles such as jazz, swing, rock and roll, doo-wop, skiffle and Motown. Many bands also offer modern songs performed in a vintage style, such as acoustic or swing versions of contemporary hits.

Many acts perform modern songs arranged in the style of their era, which lands well with guests who do not know the original material. Others stay strictly period and treat that as the point of the booking. Both work, so it is worth asking which approach an act takes before choosing between them.

Smaller formats are widely offered, often a singer and piano or a three-piece, and they suit afternoon receptions where a full band would dominate. The larger line-ups carry the brass that defines much of the period's sound. Booking a small group for the day and the full act for the evening is a common compromise.

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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.

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