Find Glasgow Wedding Bands
From the warehouse conversion of The Engine Works to the grand auditorium of Òran Mór, Glasgow has one of Scotland's most distinctive wedding venue scenes.
Our bands have performed at all of them, with confirmed Glasgow wedding bookings from £760 (median £1,650).
Browse and book from our hand-picked wedding bands, with locally-based acts like The Scottish Soul Collective, The Motherships and Hup.
Most popular wedding bands in Glasgow
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Confirmed Wedding Booking Prices in Glasgow
Based on our confirmed Glasgow wedding bookings from the last two years, here's what couples have actually paid:
The Scottish Soul Collective — soul, funk & Motown
- Harelaw Farm Weddings, Fenwick — £4,006
- Hilton Glasgow Grosvenor — £3,800
- Bridge Gardens, Glasgow — £3,395
- Boclair House Hotel, Bearsden — £2,060
Fusion Girls — DJ, sax & drums
- Sherbrooke Castle Hotel, Pollokshields — £2,900
Circassian Ceilidh Band — ceilidh with covers
- The Engine Works, Glasgow — £2,400
- Crossbasket Castle, East Kilbride — £1,925
- Sherbrooke Castle Hotel, Pollokshields — £1,700
- Maxwell Hall, Pollokshields — £1,650
- Òran Mór, Byres Road — £1,580
Hup — folk-pop with ceilidh
- Pollokshields, Glasgow — £1,950
The Glasgow Ceilidh Band — ceilidh
- Cottiers, Hyndland — £1,300
- Saint Luke's & The Winged Ox — £1,140
- Civic House, Glasgow — £1,120
- House for an Art Lover, Bellahouston — £850
The Edinburgh Ceilidh Band — ceilidh
- Glasgow — £760
Prices are the total amount paid by the couple. The Scottish Soul Collective is our most-booked Glasgow wedding band with 139 bookings on FixTheMusic, performing soul, funk and Motown sets with optional jazz duo and ceilidh.
What Affects the Cost of a Wedding Band in Glasgow?
There isn’t a fixed price for hiring a band in Glasgow, as costs depend on a few key factors. The size of the band, how long you want them to perform and how far they need to travel all play a role.
For example, a smaller lineup with a shorter set will usually be at the lower end, while larger bands or extended performances will increase the overall price. Popular bands with busy calendars may also charge more, particularly for peak summer dates.
Most quotes include sound equipment, lighting and a set performance time, so you can compare options on a like-for-like basis.
About Our Wedding Bands for Hire in Glasgow
Our wedding bands have performed at venues across the city, from The Engine Works and Òran Mór to Boclair House Hotel, Crossbasket Castle and Cottiers. Our most popular bands are regularly booked over a year in advance for peak summer dates.
Glasgow has one of the deepest pools of locally-based wedding bands anywhere in Scotland.
The Scottish Soul Collective (soul, funk and Motown, 139 bookings), The Motherships (pop and rock covers, 80 bookings), Circassian Ceilidh Band (ceilidh with covers, 126 bookings), Hup (folk-pop, 49 bookings) and Rhythm Royale (disco and soul, 25 bookings) are all based in the city.
Bands on FixTheMusic have public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment.
For more options across the country, browse our wedding bands for hire in Scotland or read our guide to the best wedding bands in Scotland.
Reviews from local events in Glasgow
“Hup were absolutely fantastic - cannot thank them enough for the great tunes and atmosphere. 1000% recommend!”
“Absolutely delighted with The Motherships at our wedding, they made it such a fantastic evening! A brilliant mixture of music and the dance floor was full all night 🤩 couldn’t have asked for a better wedding band👌 think a few of our guests might book you up!”
“Scottish Soul Collective were outstanding from the moment we contacted them to their performance on the night. They were always accommodating and timely in their contact with me and my husband. True professionals and fantastic to work with - their set list was the ideal entertainment for our wedding party. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for live music :) Thanks again Tom and the band, Louise & Jamie xx”
Booked The Scottish Soul Collective for a wedding at Bridge Gardens, Glasgow, Scotland
“I just wanted to send an email to thank you so much for being part of our amazing day on Saturday!! You guys are absolutely incredible at what you do and you do not understand how many people have been in touch to compliment you. On the night of the wedding, everyone was grabbing me (when I wasn't on the dance floor) and just kept saying 'the band are AMAZING!!' You are all super talented!!! After the first two songs, the dance floor was full ALL NIGHT!! Quite a few people have been in touch asking for your details so I really hope we come across you again at another night out!”
“Thank you so much for making our day unforgettable. You are all so talented and really made our day so special! Xx”
“Sound Castle played at our wedding reception. They were absolutely amazing. They played such a wide variety of songs that suited all ages and everyone loved dancing away to them. Our first and second dance songs were perfect and we couldn't have asked for better. Me and my husband try and see them when they play at BTW as it's always a great night.”
“They brought big energy, amazing variety of songs to suit all the guests and kept the party going right until the very end. Can't recommend them highly enough, they were brilliant!”
“It’s hard to put into words how happy we were to find The Scottish Soul Collective. We booked both the jazz duo and the full 9-piece band, and we couldn’t have been happier. From the first enquiry right through to the last song, Tom and the band were professional, timely, and cared so much about our day.”
“Fantastic band that everyone was raving about after our wedding. Thanks guys, nothing was a problem for you. Our daughter was made up!”
“Just wanted to say a massive thank you for Saturday! We wanted a party and you guys certainly brought the energy. You were all AMAZING!! Thank you also for letting my band play and a massive thank you to the singers for giving me the microphone a few times. Will share you guys on socials and deffo tag you in the videos when I get them!”
“Absolutely amazing wedding band! So helpful and responsive on the lead up to the big day...nothing was a problem. On the day itself Tom managed all the setting up and the music at the ceremony was a perfect kickstart to the day! The band at the evening reception were just amazing. The dance floor was never empty and they were so lovely. Excellent wedding band-talented, professional and loads of fun. Thank you!”
“Banjo Embargo were simply a terrific choice for our wedding! They were professional, incredibly tight and so much fun with some truly creative twists on recognisable party tunes - we especially enjoyed Get Busy, Let’s Dance and Toxic! So many of our guests have commented on how much they loved Banjo Embargo and we would highly recommend them to anyone looking for something a bit different (which we definitely were). They are brilliant musicians and very pleasant to deal with in the build up to the big day. Huge thanks to Barney, Pat and the rest of the band for making our night so special. :-).”
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What Glasgow Couples Are Looking For
What Glasgow Couples Are Looking For
Based on the enquiries we receive on FixTheMusic, here are some of the themes that come up again and again for Glasgow weddings:
- Brass sections are frequently requested. Several couples have specifically asked for bands with trumpet and saxophone, particularly for soul and funk sets.
- Soul, funk and disco are the most popular genres alongside standard pop covers. Couples mention Motown, Donna Summer and Barry White alongside modern hits.
- Indie rock is part of Glasgow's wedding music culture. Some couples request "indie bangers" alongside the usual wedding classics.
- Multi-act evenings are popular. At The Collector's Hall, one couple booked a singer/pianist for the ceremony and dinner, then a DJ and saxophonist for the after-party. Several bands offer add-on sax sets or power hours alongside their main live sets.
- Late-night DJ sets are common. Several couples have asked for a DJ to take over after the band finishes, sometimes running until 1am or 2am. Rhythm Royale have quoted £3,600 for the band plus £700 for a DJ set running until 2am at SWG3.
- City centre load-in can be tricky. At venues like The Exchange on Royal Exchange Square, traffic restrictions mean bands cannot unload before 7pm, so an 8pm first dance isn't always possible. Bands typically need 90 minutes to set up and sound check.
Popular Wedding Venues in Glasgow
Based on the enquiries we've received on FixTheMusic, here are the Glasgow wedding venues our bands are most often asked to perform at:
- The Engine Works (27 enquiries) - A converted warehouse in Wyndford, described by bands as a stunning venue. Midnight finish is standard.
- Boclair House Hotel (21) - A Victorian mansion in Bearsden. The venue has a sound limiter, so bands adjust their volume accordingly. An 8-piece band fits comfortably in the room.
- Pollokshields Burgh Hall (21) - A historic Victorian hall in the south side. The venue does not have a PA system, so bands bring their own.
- Crossbasket Castle (20) - A 16th-century castle in East Kilbride
- Òran Mór (20) - A former church in the West End with a stunning auditorium
- House for an Art Lover (18) - Charles Rennie Mackintosh-designed venue in Bellahouston Park
- Dalmeny Park House Hotel (12) - A country house hotel in Barrhead
- Cottiers (10) - A former church in Hyndland with a theatre and bar
- Harelaw Farm Weddings (10) - A rural wedding venue near Fenwick with a large stage, well suited to bigger bands with brass sections
- Sherbrooke Castle Hotel (9) - A baronial-style hotel in Pollokshields
Each venue has its own layout and requirements, so it is worth checking details like access, sound limits and finish times before confirming your band.
FAQs About Wedding Bands in Glasgow
How much does a wedding band cost in Glasgow?
Based on our confirmed bookings, Glasgow wedding bands range from £760 to £4,006, with most falling between £1,000 and £2,500. Full examples are shown above, with prices for every band we've confirmed a Glasgow booking with.
When should we book our Glasgow wedding band?
Based on the enquiries we receive on FixTheMusic, the median lead time for Glasgow weddings is around 11 months. July and August are the most popular months, but May is also surprisingly busy. Popular bands can be booked up to two years in advance, so it's worth enquiring early for peak summer dates.
Which Glasgow venues are most popular for weddings?
The Engine Works in Wyndford is our most-enquired Glasgow wedding venue, followed by Boclair House Hotel in Bearsden, Pollokshields Burgh Hall, Crossbasket Castle in East Kilbride and Òran Mór in the West End. See the full venue list above for more.
Can we have a ceilidh set as part of the evening?
Yes. Many Glasgow couples include a ceilidh set alongside pop covers and a DJ. If ceilidh is the main thing you're looking for, browse our dedicated ceilidh bands in Glasgow page, where every band includes a caller who can demonstrate the dances.
Do Glasgow couples request brass sections?
Yes. Several Glasgow enquiries specifically mention brass and horn sections, particularly for soul and funk sets. The Scottish Soul Collective, our most-booked Glasgow wedding band, performs with a full brass section as part of their larger lineup.
Can we have a DJ after the band finishes?
Yes. Several Glasgow couples have asked for a DJ to take over after the live band, sometimes running until 1am or 2am. Some bands include a DJ set as standard, while others offer it as an add-on. Let us know your preferred finish time when you submit your enquiry.
Can bands play indie rock as well as pop covers?
Yes. Glasgow has a strong indie music tradition and some couples request indie rock alongside the usual wedding classics. When you submit an enquiry, mention your preferred genres and we'll match you with bands that can deliver the right mix.
Do bands bring their own PA system?
Most bands bring their own sound equipment, lighting and instruments as standard. Some Glasgow venues do not have a PA system, so it's worth confirming this when you receive your quotes. If your venue has specific access or power requirements, pass these on so the band can plan accordingly.