Christmas party Function Bands for hire in Newbury
Latest reviews of our Christmas Party Function Bands in Newbury
"I cannot express how fantastic Open Road were. From looking for a band to choosing these guys was an absolute dream. Great communication and nothing was too much trouble. Every playlist was exactly what we wanted and Jake and the boys went through everything to make sure we were happy with everything before the day. The whole set up was fantastic and all the songs were brilliant. We had so many of our guests commenting on how great the band was with a great range of songs and what a fabulous night they all had. We would recommend Open road to anyone looking for a band and I am sure that we will use them again in the future. Thank you so much boys for making our event one to remember. Lindsey and Tom x"
Lindsey hired Open Road for a Birthday party (available in Newbury)
"From the first contact until the last song, i could not fault this band. Amazing guys. Gave great advice at my wedding party in terms of timings for releasing confetti cannons. Played the right music for the occasion. Very friendly. I would highly recommend this band. You will not go wrong with them. i would 100% use them again. Darren and Emma."
Darren hired Fallen Angels for a Private event (available in Newbury)
"Utterly brilliant ... We had so many compliments about what a fantastic band they were "
Sara hired Rock The Night for a Bar / Club / Venue event (available in Newbury)
FAQs about hiring Christmas Party Function bands in Newbury
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What kind of performance should I expect from a function band?
Good question! There are essentially three types of function band performances: headline, background, and roaming. Headline bands are the most common; perfect for filling the dancefloor and getting the crowd moving. Background function bands are usually jazz bands - they can provide a great ambience for whatever event you might have in mind. Roaming bands are great for outdoor weddings or events where you want the band to get around to all the guests and provide a bit of audience interaction. Roaming bands are only possible as an acoustic act, so they come cord-free!
Will function bands take song requests?
Yes - but always best to ask well in advance! Most bands will be very accomodating if you've asked them to play a few special requests. Function bands are also usually very experienced, so requests on the night aren't out-of-the-question either (just don't be upset if they aren't keen to play all 23 minutes of Echoes by Pink Floyd!).
Will the function band provide all their own equipment?
Yes - most function bands will be fully equipped with their own PA system, music gear, and usually even lighting! Many will also provide a sound assistant, as well as a DJ service. A DJ service will keep the music going while the band take short breaks, but is also perfect add-on if you and your guests want to boogie into the far-reaches of the night!
Hiring a Christmas Party Function Band in Newbury
Useful information
Christmas Party Function bands in Newbury typically play Pop, Rock, Folk, and most respond to enquiries within an hour. Demand peaks in July, August, September, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.
How much does it cost to hire a Christmas Party Function Band in Newbury?
Prices for Christmas Party Function bands vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Christmas Party Function bands typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end Christmas Party Function bands from £400 per performer upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 9077 bookings and 4618 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 3 August 2026
