Party Bands for hire in Carlisle

Hire a party band in Carlisle for your wedding, party, or event. Often including large band line-ups and performing the latest pop hits, these groups specialise in spectacular, high-energy performances. Booking a party band is a sure-fire way to give your guests a night to remember! Browse our collection of the 360 best party bands here.

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Hire Helena and the Hotshots Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ750 - ÂŁ1000
Party bandAppleby-in-Westmorland

Feel The Soul-Stirring Power Of Jazz, and the Funky grooves of all you're favourite hits! Guaranteed to fill the dance floor!

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Hire The Covered Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ1375 - ÂŁ3500
Party bandHenley-on-Thames

Multi-award winning wedding & party 6-8 piece band playing floor-filling Motown, soul funk pop and rock classics from across the decades!

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Hire Big Phat Jukebox Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ650 - ÂŁ1800
Party bandMarket Harborough

Big Phat Jukebox are a 5 piece band that's Proud to Party! Stonking vocals, sax, guitar, bass and drums. Plus a 'secret weapon' instrument!

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Hire Twist of Rock : Signature Party Band Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ1950 - ÂŁ3000
Party bandNorthampton

A festival headline act with shows designed to keep everyone on their feet, singing & dancing.

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Hire Re-Release Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ1375 - ÂŁ2500
Party bandBristol

We are a fantastic party band from Bristol, guaranteed to make your wedding, special party or corporate event a memorable occasion.

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Hire Here's To Us  Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ1700 - ÂŁ2125
Party bandLancashire

the North West’s Premier Wedding & Party Band Experience! Performed with Ed Sheeran & BMTH Let’s make your night epic!

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Hire Vivid Soul Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ3250
Party bandBirmingham

An exceptional 7-10 piece party band featuring a rock-solid rhythm section, punchy horns and stellar vocals - fully equipped for your event!

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Hire The Maestros Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ550 - ÂŁ1645
Party bandLeeds

100% Live Music with floor-fillers from the 60s to today. We've performed at 1000+ events! 4-piece, 3-piece or duo available.

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Hire Relative Cool Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ995 - ÂŁ1500
Party bandPreston

Bringing the ultimate party vibes with an electrifying mix of Pop, Funk, Disco & Motown hits - get ready to dance all night long!

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Hire W!RED Band Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ1000 - ÂŁ1375
Party bandBirmingham

5-Star Band, playing 50 Years of Hits: Rock, Pop, Soul, Disco & Motown Magic for Weddings, Parties & Events That Keep the Dance Floor Alive!

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Hire The Trends Party Band Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ1400 - ÂŁ2800
Party bandCardiff

Winners of the 2024 best Wedding Band Award! Our musicianship & experience means we are guaranteed to wow your guests! Book now for 2025-26!

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Hire Helix And The Hounds Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ1300 - ÂŁ1500
Party bandSwansea

If you've been looking for extraordinary pop, rock, indie party band, your search ends here! Experienced & professional (150+ events played)

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Hire The Anthemics Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ1250 - ÂŁ1625
Party bandLeicester

The UK's Premiere Party Band

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Hire StraightFIRE🔥 Party band with Encore
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FromÂŁ1600
Party bandSolihull

Top UK Party Band with male+female vocals, full brass section and a huge repertoire spanning everything from Stevie Wonder to Calvin Harris.

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Hire Rogues Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ500 - ÂŁ2500
Party bandSwindon

Guaranteed to get you on the dance floor singing your heart out all night!

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Hire Backstreet Noise - Pop Goes Punk Party Band! Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ1000 - ÂŁ2250
Party bandHigh Wycombe

The UK's Ultimate Pop Goes Punk Party Band! We've played 100s of events across the UK! Guaranteed to get the dancefloor moving! \m/

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Hire Stixx Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ2100 - ÂŁ2600
Party bandCambridge

Looking to create an event you’ll never forget? Want to party the night away in an incredible atmosphere? Yes?! Stixx are the band for you!

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Hire Honey Soul Live Party band with Encore
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ÂŁ1250 - ÂŁ7500
Party bandHemel Hempstead

Delivering a high quality experience to our clients is our priority...and keeping everyone on the dance floor all night long!

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Latest reviews of our Party Bands in Carlisle

Voodoo
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"What can I say.. I was let down a previous band a few weeks before my wedding & thank god I found Voodoo. When I looked at their videos and repertoire & spoke to Louise I knew instantly it was actually a blessing in disguise. My biggest nightmare for my wedding would have been to have a cheesy cover band & I knew as soon as I spoke to Louise we were on the same page & they would deliver exactly what I wanted. They played all funky, classic dance songs with a mix of soul. Their style was perfect for us and their videos honestly do not do them enough justice. Everyone loved them and I cannot thankyou enough for delivering more than I could ever imagine for our party. Wish we could do it all again! Thankyou so much!!"

Jess hired Voodoo for a Wedding (available in Carlisle)

Verified Review, 8 November 2025
Kiki Music Collective: Solo, Duo, Trio, Sax, Kiki and The Noughtie Boyz Full Band, DJ Live Experience
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"Wow, from start to finish Kiki and her band were insane! They kept the dancefloor alive and interacted with our rowdy bunch keeping them royally entertained! Don't hesitate booking Kiki for a wedding you won't have any regrets. The lighting and whole vibe made our wedding eve so much fun! As 95/96 kids there are plenty of medleys that are the balance of throwbacks, classics and modern that makes all ages feel included! Kirsty Kiki's momager was so great too, constantly communicating with us and worked with us to create a magical set list. Everyone is still talking about it! Wow x"

Verified Review, 8 November 2025
The Maestros
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"Absolutely fantastic band. Booked for my 60th celebrations and danced all night. Luke was very professional and easy to communicate with to agree all the finer details. They got set up for the gig with no fuss and played and then discreetly packed up & left. All my friends were full of praise & commented on the quality of the singing, the playlist was hit after hit. I would definitely recommend them for any party. My best party so far, thanks to The Maestro’s"

Jane hired The Maestros for a Private event (available in Carlisle)

Verified Review, 25 October 2025

FAQs about hiring Party bands in Carlisle

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How do you hire a band for a party?

Hiring a band for your party is simple with Encore Musicians. Start by browsing our wide range of professional bands, from pop covers and soul groups to rock, jazz, or acoustic duos. You can filter by location, genre, and budget to find acts that fit your event perfectly. Once you’ve found a few options you like, send them an enquiry with your event details - date, venue, and any special requests. Bands will respond quickly with tailored quotes so you can compare prices, setlists, and reviews before booking. When you’re ready to confirm, you can book securely through Encore with full payment protection and direct contact with the band to finalise timings, setup, and song requests.

What is a party band?

A party band is a live musical group specifically designed to entertain and energise audiences at social events and parties. Unlike traditional bands, their repertoire focuses on upbeat, danceable music spanning various genres, ensuring a lively atmosphere. Party bands often perform popular hits, engaging the crowd with interactive performances to get your guests dancing and keep the dance floor packed. Their goal is to create a fun and celebratory ambience, making them a popular choice for weddings, corporate events, and christmas parties.

How much space does a party band need?

A minimum of 5 x 3 metres would be required for a six-piece band. Remember that a live party band will have to fit the PA, monitors, lighting, guitar amps, drums, and keyboards in addition to the people.

How long will the party band play for?

Generally, professional party bands perform two 1-hour sets or three 40-minute sets, with a 15- to 30-minute break in between. Your band will also require around one hour for setup and soundcheck.

How far in advance should I book a party band?

The best time to book is as soon as possible, especially if you have special musical requests, but Encore handles last-minute bookings all the time and can easily find a function band if you need one quickly.

Do I have to pay for my party band's travel?

Hiring a band for a party with Encore is easy since all fees (travel, VAT, and other expenses) are included in the quote. Besides the Basic Protection package (full refund in the unlikely event that a musician cancels), Encore Cover is the only additional add-on fee we offer. As well as your basic protection (full refund in the unlikely event of a musician cancellation), you'll get tailored replacement searches, out-of-hours support, and if the replacement act costs more than the original musician booked, we'll pay for it. As such, you can have complete peace of mind you will have the perfect entertainment for your event. We always recommend considering local bands first because fees will be lower the closer they are to your chosen venue.

Does my party band need insurance?

The venue might require that your band has PLI (Public Liability Insurance). Your PLI protects another person's or their property from damage during your event. All of Encore's party bands with PLI will have a badge on their profile, so it's easy to find and book them.

Hiring a Party Band in Carlisle

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Popular genres:
Pop, Rock, Jazz
Average response time:
1 hour
Busiest times:
June, July, August

How much does it cost to hire a Party Band in Carlisle?

The typical price per group member for Party Bands is:
ÂŁBudgetÂŁ220
ÂŁÂŁProÂŁ330
ÂŁÂŁÂŁHigh-endÂŁ400+

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