Christmas party Function Bands for hire in Northern Ireland
Latest reviews of our Christmas Party Function Bands in Northern Ireland
"Will and Tom were brilliant!. They played at our 60th birthday party and delivered everything we were hoping for. All our guests commented on how good they were. Energy, extensive set list, quality…. I wouldn’t hesitate to book them again. Thank you, Will and Tom, you made the party extra special!"
Robyn hired Mixtape Radio for a Private event (available in Northern Ireland)
"Excellent booking - the band played at my 60 th birthday party and I cannot rate them highly enough. Chris was vety happy to answer any questions I had beforehand and all band member’s were very friendly and sociable . They were amazing and I would highly recommend Kick to anyone looking to celebrate a special occasion . Thank you !"
Julie hired KICK for a Birthday party (available in Northern Ireland)
"Absolutely fantastic! Cannot recommend highly enough.. I booked Mojo for a festival themed party at our semi-derelict renovation property so it was an unusual request! Danny got back to me and suggested an acoustic set. The guys arrived on time, were very professional and respectful of our unusual venue!! They were so lovely and joined in with our group photo! They were fantastic playing an incredible set of varied sounds and had us all wanting more We had a virtuoso violinist at the party and they all jammed together which was phenomenal They made the evening magical and the best party ever! Thanks so much guys🙌"
Linda hired Mojo for a Birthday party (available in Northern Ireland)
FAQs about hiring Christmas Party Function bands in Northern Ireland
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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 Northern Ireland
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Christmas Party Function bands in Northern Ireland typically play Pop, Rock, Folk, and most respond to enquiries within an hour. Demand peaks in June, July, August, 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 Northern Ireland?
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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Last updated: 29 June 2026
