Wedding Bands for Hire in San Diego

Browse 1,657 wedding bands available for hire in San Diego, California, United States, with 3,517 reviews from real clients rating acts 5 out of 5 on average. Find live wedding music groups from $240, with an average of $1,100, covering everything from small acoustic lineups to full party bands.

Of the 1,657 suppliers listed here, 20 are based within 30 miles of San Diego. The other 1,637 are willing to travel there.

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10+ musicians who sound just like ABBA, all instruments and voices - no tracks

San Diego

California

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JaZz Party! plays cool, fun jazz. Add the perfect vibe to your event.

San Diego

California

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From a One-Man-Band to a 9 piece Salsa/Merengue/Cumbia/Bachata, and Cuban Music

San Diego

California

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5x San Diego Music Award Winner, Wedding & Private Event Instrumental Guitarist

San Diego

California

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Jazz Cocktail Hour Band/Weddings & Holiday Cocktail Hour Band - Duo/Trio/Quartet

San Diego

California

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Electric, acoustic violinist, DJ, duo, trio with pianist, vocalist, band

San Diego

California

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16 piece modern big band (also available as a 7 piece "little " big band)

San Diego

California

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Five piece band

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California

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Arranger, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and music producer.

San Diego

California

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90' MTV Unplugged-style acoustic duo tribute to the Grunge era

San Diego

California

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Globally acclaimed, multi-award-winning cover band

San Diego

California

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5-6 piece Latín band, but we can add more or break down to 4 pieces

San Diego

California

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We are a 5 piece female fronted classic and newer rock dance band. 60's to now

San Diego

California

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5-piece energetic, harmony-focused band covering top 40, soul, classic rock

San Diego

California

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Banda de música mexicana en vivo para todo tipo de eventos

San Diego

California

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Flamenco guitarist

San Diego

California

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Variety

San Diego

California

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Premier Top-40 Cover Band — Available Nationwide & Internationally.

La Mesa

California · 9 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Wedding Bands in San Diego?

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For wedding bands in San Diego, fees run from $240 to $3,500+, with an average cost of $1,100. Band size is the biggest factor in pricing, followed by performance duration and time of year. Peak season dates from late spring through early autumn tend to carry higher rates, while midweek or off-season bookings can stretch your budget further. Ask about package deals if you want ceremony music or a late-night DJ set alongside the main performance. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 1,737 enquiries for Wedding Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 24 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
56% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
37% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to September
50% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 50 miles
For the 81% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Wedding Bands based near San Diego

5/5 from 19 reviews
Photo of Manny Cepeda Orchestra (MCO) Manny Cepeda Orchestra (MCO) "Where to begin... Manny served as the musician and MC for my wedding in La Jolla. Our goal was a small and intimate wedding with excellent Latin live music and Manny absolutely delivered. From our initial communication, he answered all my questions and helped me come up with the best fit for our wedding given the room size and party size. As communication continued, he remained flexible and adaptable as I changed a few things. He also helped me coordinate a secret seranata for my bride. Ultimately, he did everything we had hoped for and more. He is extremely talented and knowledgeable, in addition to being friendly and easy going. His unique energy/atmosphere was greatly appreciated. Our guests repeatedly told me how great his music was and a couple of them asked me where I found him. My wife and I can't recommend him enough! Thanks Manny for making our day as special as possible." Based in San Diego, California 17th September 2026 Adrian Ramirez - Wedding Reception Photo of JaZz Party! JaZz Party! "The jazz band brought incredible energy and talent to our event, delivering a flawless and soulful performance that wowed everyone. Highly recommended for any occasion!" Based in San Diego, California 15th September 2026 Saloni Majumda - Aramco - Meet and greet for convention at the San Diego OMNI Photo of Suave Guitarist Suave Guitarist "Richard was fantastic from start to finish! He responded immediately to our inquiry and maintained excellent and consistent communication throughout the entire planning process. He arrived fully prepared with all of his own equipment and performed an upbeat selection of familiar songs that our guests truly enjoyed and sang along with him. His talent, professionalism and engaging performance style created the perfect atmosphere for our cocktail party. We would gladly work with him again and highly recommend him for any event!! Our clients couldn't stop asking "who was that fabulous guitarist!"" Based in San Diego, California 3rd September 2026 Thomas E - Retail customer appreciation cocktail party Photo of Violinist & Band Violinist & Band "Amazing musicians! Variety of music styles and songs. We hired Emil with his band for our Corporate event and they were a huge hit! Everyone was up on their feet dancing along the whole night. Incredibly nice and such a pleasure to work with them! Emil made sure the playlist targeted our whole audience and sounded awesome. I would definitely recommend them for any and all events and hope to work with them again!" Based in San Diego, California Ed Johnson - Crpporate event Photo of Erika Davies Jazz Erika Davies Jazz "Unbelievable Talent! A stunning voice. Magical music. They performed for a beautiful gatsby themed party. It couldn’t have gone better! I’ve hired many musicians in the past & Erika was 20 out of 10!" Based in San Diego, California Glenn Davis Photo of SoRockBlu Band SoRockBlu Band "I had the pleasure of seeing this band perform at a local club in my city! I had the most fun that I have had in a long time dancing and sing along to all the great songs they performed! I hired them for a private wedding anniversary and everyone was just blown away by the band's energy and interaction with the crowd and had us dancing all night! But definitely recommend this band for your event or your club or function!" Based in Oceanside, California (35 miles from San Diego) Lee - Private Party

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring wedding bands is $1,100, with prices from $240 to $3,500+. The main pricing factor is the number of musicians in the band, as wedding bands range from compact three-piece acts to large ensembles with brass sections and backing vocalists. Performance duration, whether the band provides music for multiple parts of the day and any extras such as DJ sets or lighting also affect cost.

Most wedding bands perform for two to three hours of evening entertainment, usually split into sets with short breaks. The first set often begins after the meal and speeches, starting with the first dance. Longer or shorter performance times can usually be arranged, and many bands also offer background music or DJ services for earlier parts of the day.

Many wedding bands are happy to learn a specific song, such as a first dance or a song with personal significance. For the best experience, discuss this with the band as early as possible, as some songs may require additional rehearsal time. Most bands will learn at least one special request at no extra charge.

The wedding bands listed on Gig Heaven range from small three or four-piece groups to larger line-ups with brass sections, backing singers and additional musicians. Smaller bands suit intimate venues and lower budgets, while larger ensembles create a bigger sound for grand receptions. Many bands offer flexible line-up options to suit different event sizes and budgets.

Most wedding bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, microphones and any necessary amplification for standard event venues. For larger spaces or events with over 300 guests, additional sound reinforcement may be needed. It is a good idea to confirm equipment details with the band before booking, especially if the venue has specific noise restrictions or technical requirements.

Most wedding bands cover a wide range of genres, from pop and rock to soul, Motown, indie and current chart hits. Some also offer jazz, swing or acoustic sets for cocktail hours and dinner. Browsing band profiles on Gig Heaven is the best way to check repertoire, and many bands will tailor their setlist to suit the style of your event.

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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