Lancaster Wedding Bands
Set between the rolling countryside of Lancashire and the scenic River Lune, Lancaster is a city full of character and the perfect backdrop for a wedding celebration. Whether you’re hosting a rustic barn party, an elegant reception at a historic venue or a modern gathering by the coast, live music brings your day to life.
At FixTheMusic, we make it easy to find and hire talented wedding bands in Lancaster. From classic rock and pop groups to soul, Motown, folk and acoustic acts, you can browse, compare and book the perfect entertainment for your big day, all online.
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About Our Wedding Bands in Lancaster
When should we book a wedding band in Lancaster?
If your wedding is between May and September, it’s best to book your band as soon as your venue is confirmed. These months are particularly busy and the best bands are often booked a year or more in advance.
What styles of music do Lancaster wedding bands play?
You’ll find a huge variety of options. Pop, rock, soul, indie, folk and jazz bands are all popular. Many groups cover well-known hits from the 60s through to today’s chart-toppers, while others specialise in particular genres or eras.
Do Lancaster wedding bands provide their own equipment?
Yes, all professional bands bring their own instruments, sound systems and basic lighting. If your venue has sound limits or other restrictions, the band can adjust their setup to suit.
Can we hear the band perform before booking?
While most bands perform at private weddings and events, you can view live videos, listen to demos and read verified reviews on FixTheMusic. Some bands also perform at festivals or public gigs in the area — just ask if any are scheduled.
Which wedding venues in Lancaster are good for live music?
Venues such as Ashton Memorial, Lancaster House Hotel, and Wyresdale Park are popular choices for couples who want live entertainment. Each has great facilities for professional sound setups and plenty of space for dancing.
Can the band perform our first dance song live?
Yes. Most bands will happily learn and perform your chosen first dance song. If you let them know in advance, they can tailor it to suit your style, whether that’s romantic and acoustic or upbeat and energetic.
How long will the band perform for?
Most wedding bands play two hours of live music, often split into two or three sets. You can decide how this fits around your evening schedule. For example, one set before dinner and another after your first dance.
Do bands play music during breaks?
Yes. Most provide a playlist service between sets to keep the atmosphere going. You can also hire a professional DJ for a continuous party experience, with the DJ taking over once the band finishes.
How much does it cost to hire a wedding band in Lancaster?
Prices typically range from £1,000 to £2,000, depending on the band’s size, reputation and travel distance. Acoustic duos or trios tend to cost less, while larger showbands or popular touring acts will be at the higher end.
Can Lancaster bands perform outdoors?
Yes, most can. Outdoor performances are popular in summer, especially at barn and marquee venues. The band will just need shelter, flat ground, and a power source to protect their equipment.
Do we need to provide food and drinks for the band?
It’s always appreciated. Musicians are usually at your venue for several hours, so a hot meal and soft drinks help them stay refreshed and ready to perform their best.
What happens if the band cancels?
It’s extremely rare, but in case of illness or emergencies, most professional bands have deputy musicians to step in. If cancellation can’t be avoided, FixTheMusic will help you find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
Can we request specific songs or genres for the evening?
Yes, you can share a list of your favorite artists, songs or styles. Most bands are happy to tailor their set list to match your taste, keeping your guests on the dance floor all night.
Do bands in Lancaster offer early setup or late finish options?
Yes. If your venue has specific timings or if you’d like the band to stay later for an afterparty, most can accommodate this for a small additional fee.
Reviews from local events in Lancaster
“Hi Gavin, Just wanted to say a quick thank you!!! Everyone is buzzing about how good you were in the day and how fab you and the band were at night! I believe I succeeded in persuading my friend Emma to book you for her wedding too. We will be adding a good review to Facebook, but just wanted to say thanks for creating such a fab atmosphere! Natasha & Brett xx”
“Hi Gavin, Just wanted to say a quick thank you!!! Everyone is buzzing about how good you were in the day and how fab you and the band were at night! I believe I succeeded in persuading my friend Emma to book you for her wedding too. We will be adding a good review to Facebook, but just wanted to say thanks for creating such a fab atmosphere! Natasha & Brett xx”
“Electric Nights played at our wedding party and were absolutely brilliant, everyone was dancing all night and they played great tunes. People were asking us who they were for a long time afterwards! Would highly recommend them.”
“Thanks lads for making our day so complete. We didn't want our day to be a formal affair - we wanted it to be a 'party' and you helped create this for us in abundance!”
View some of our most popular Lancaster bands performing live...
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On their profiles, you can watch their videos, read their verified reviews from clients on FixTheMusic, view recent event photos and enquire with them directly.
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About FixTheMusic
FixTheMusic is a secure platform for hiring amazing professional wedding bands and musicians anywhere in the world. And it's completely free to use.
Founded in 2015 by two brothers who share a passion for great live music, FixTheMusic is a new way to find and book hand-picked bands for weddings, private parties, corporate events and charity events.
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We really hope you enjoy using FixTheMusic. If you have any feedback for us, please get in touch. Otherwise, read more about FixTheMusic, browse our FAQs or read our blog to find helpful articles, research, insights, definitive guides and much more!
As professional musicians, we realised how difficult it can be for event planners to find and book musicians for their event. So we decided to make it easy.
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Beyond the UK, FixTheMusic has helped clients find amazing local musicians and book UK-based bands for destination weddings and events as far afield as Cyprus, France, Malta, Monaco, Ibiza, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Netherlands, Iceland, Finland, Poland, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkey, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Guinea, India, Israel, the Dominican Republic, Singapore and China.
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We have become the first port-of-call for British couples looking to hire the finest wedding bands UK has to offer.
Having provided the live music entertainment for thousands of weddings and events worldwide, we were often asked by clients if we provided other entertainers aside from bands.
We now offer a full range of entertainment options for weddings and corporate events, from fire dancers and magicians to acrobats and stilt walkers, including other professionals such as wedding photographers.
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