Vintage Themed Bands for Hire in Cardiff

Find 178 vintage themed bands in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom, with 548 reviews from real clients, averaging 5 out of 5 stars. These retro music groups specialize in authentic period entertainment from the 1920s through 1950s, ideal for themed celebrations and sophisticated events.

Of the 178 suppliers listed here, 7 are based within 30 miles of Cardiff. The other 171 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Abergavenny, Newport and Swansea, and suppliers based in Bristol and Weston-super-Mare.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 548 reviews of Vintage Themed Bands
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The Deltas

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

Weston-super-Mare

England · 13 miles away

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Book from £1495 (GBP)

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Polka Dot Peaches: Vintage harmony group

Polka Dot Peaches: Vintage harmony group
Close harmony trio
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 25 miles away

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Book from £475 (GBP)

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The Misophone Collective

The Misophone Collective
UK Jazz collective
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 25 miles away

(2) Replies in ~2 hrs

Book from £200 (GBP)

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Trip For Biscuits

Trip For Biscuits
1920's Gatsby band
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 25 miles away

(46)

Book from £475 (GBP)

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we're broke up

we're broke up
we're broke up
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 25 miles away

(5)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Hopkins & Oliver

Hopkins & Oliver
Outstanding, toe-tapping swing jazz duo
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 25 miles away

(3)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Lets Get Lost Jazz Band

Lets Get Lost Jazz Band
Three or Four piece jazz group, female vocals.
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 25 miles away

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Book from £525 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Cardiff

Based more than 30 miles from Cardiff, nearest first

Jay and the Demics

Jay and the Demics
Five piece Rock n Roll show band.
Vintage Band

Taunton

England · 32 miles away

(1)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Fine Whines - vintage Jazz & Swing

Fine Whines - vintage Jazz & Swing
1930’s/40's style dance band with superb 4 piece, back-tracked, rhythm section.
Vintage Band

South Molton

England · 43 miles away

(3) Replies in ~4 hrs

Book from £150 (GBP)

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The Bridge

The Bridge
4 piece cover band. Wide experience across Europe.
Vintage Band

Cheltenham

England · 55 miles away

(1)

Book from £700 (GBP)

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Vintage Strings Duo

Vintage Strings Duo
Acoustic duo, featuring cello & guitar, playing modern hits & timeless tunes.
Vintage Band

Bewdley

England · 72 miles away

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Book from £450 (GBP)

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Kate Stevens - Live Lounge

Kate Stevens - Live Lounge
Classic and contemporary jazz, blues, swing and Latin standards
Vintage Band

Andover

England · 75 miles away

(3)

Book from £200 (GBP)

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Bespoke

Bespoke
Smooth, sophisticated duo with vocals, piano and upright bass
Vintage Band

Bournemouth

England · 77 miles away

(3)

Book from £495 (GBP)

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Shadow Sax

Shadow Sax
Solo saxophonist - mellow, accessible jazz and/or pop through the decades
Vintage Band

Redditch

England · 78 miles away

(10)

Book from £80 (GBP)

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Add Hock

Add Hock
Trio (singer, piano, bass) which plays songs of the '20s '30s and '40s.
Vintage Band

Newbury

England · 80 miles away

(3)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Vanessa Lee

Vanessa Lee
Solo self contained vocalist
Vintage Band

Stourbridge

England · 81 miles away

(7)

Book from £160 (GBP)

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Vintage Ruby

Vintage Ruby
Jazz, Swing, Blues and Vintage singer
Vintage Band

Oxford

England · 85 miles away

(33)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Peeg, Lambert & Gee

Peeg, Lambert & Gee
Three piece anglo Irish folk suitable for parties, piss ups and knees ups
Vintage Band

Oxford

England · 85 miles away

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Book from £180 (GBP)

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How much does it cost to hire Vintage Themed Bands in Cardiff?

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Rates for vintage themed bands in Cardiff currently range from about £150 for acoustic duos to £1,700+ for large orchestras with full period staging. The average cost sits at £500, typically including professional sound equipment, period costumes, and extensive repertoires. An act based closer to your venue may quote less for travel, while larger ensembles charge more for their full packages. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 216 enquiries for Vintage Themed Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 26 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
34% of enquiries, with bar and venue events next at 21%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
59% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
31% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to July
51% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 91% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Vintage Themed Bands based near Cardiff

5/5 from 72 reviews
Photo of The Deltas The Deltas "The best birthday surprise possible! I knew my husband was going to organise something special as he always likes to go all our but this was the icing on the cake! The band even performed a special coldplay song at his request for me! I feel like a very lucky lady!" Based in Weston-super-Mare, England (13 miles from Cardiff) Maura Hemming - Birthday Party Photo of The Misophone Collective The Misophone Collective "Oscar & the other members of The Misophone Colletive did such a wonderful job at our event! Communication was great leading up to it, and everything went perfectly the day of. Thank you for sharing your talents with us!" Based in Bristol, England (25 miles from Cardiff) Amanda - Retreat Photo of Trip For Biscuits Trip For Biscuits "Thank you for an amazing gig on our Peaky Blinders night. We had lots of good comments about how good the music was. You really help make the night a success." Based in Bristol, England (25 miles from Cardiff) Ceri - Fundraiser Photo of Hopkins & Oliver Hopkins & Oliver "Such a lovely experience. They were fantastic and professional. Just perfect for our drinks party. I’d highly recommend them." Based in Bristol, England (25 miles from Cardiff) Lisa Palmer - Party Photo of we're broke up we're broke up "We were delighted with the 19Sixties at our joint 70th birthday party at the Bishops Palace in Wells last Saturday. We are renowned for our parties so you had a tough act to follow but you created a great atmosphere and everyone thought the music was fantastic. It was especially good for me as you kindly allowed me to run through a couple of songs in advance of the party so I could re-live my youth as an aged rocker. This made it special for me and I’d like to thank you, Garf and Wayne for accommodating me in such a welcoming fashion. Well done and I have no hesitation in recommending you for similar events. Best wishes Peter Rowntree" Based in Bristol, England (25 miles from Cardiff) Peter Rowntree - Birthday Party Photo of Jay and the Demics Jay and the Demics "The band were amazing. The front man was, (wow) so thank you for a great night of entertainment" Based in Taunton, England (32 miles from Cardiff) Julie Toland - Private party

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring vintage themed bands is £500, with prices from £150 to £1,700+. 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.

The vintage themed bands for hire 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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