The Best Live Wedding Bands in Preston
Weddings are about making lasting memories and celebrating special moments. Hiring live wedding bands in Preston is the perfect way to keep your guests dancing all night long.
When you use FixTheMusic, you can find talented musicians for all events. Whether you want a traditional party band, rock n roll musicians, or something more unique, our website is the simple way to save money and elevate your wedding.
Preston is a diverse city in Lancashire, with a range of local bands for hire. You'll find an amazing band that aligns with your musical tastes, including soul bands, gypsy jazz, ceilidh bands, classic RnB, tribute bands, and contemporary party bands with an extensive repertoire of pop songs.
Whether you're planning a chilled-out wedding, are seeking something more refined, or want the flexibility of a pop and rock band, you'll find everything you need on our website.
Popular Wedding Bands for Hire in Preston
How it works
How Much Do Preston Wedding Bands Cost?
The cost of a live wedding band in Preston is generally between £1,200 and £2,500. However, it depends on multiple factors, including size, travel time, and popularity. For example, if a band travels throughout the UK, they may have higher charges to cover their expenses.
Small acoustic duos can cost as little as £300, but the most popular bands command premium rates. When you use FixTheMusic, you can find the right band for your needs and budget.
Popular Wedding Venues in Preston for Local Wedding Bands
Preston has a diverse selection of venues, including country retreats, luxury hotels, and more down-to-earth venues. Bands play at all of them, though some may have restrictions in terms of space and noise. The most popular venues include Bartle Hall Hotel, Beeston Manor, Wyresdale Park and Hidden Oaks.
What's Included in the Booking Price?
When you book wedding entertainment through FixTheMusic, it includes the band's time and (in many cases) travel costs. Each band usually plays wedding music for two hours, but many will let you split your time.
For example, you could hire musicians to play live music during the wedding ceremony and drinks reception, then an hour-long set in the evening.
Your costs will also cover the band's equipment, including PA systems and sound limiters. However, you should let the band know in advance if your venue has any restrictions.
How to Book a Band in Preston
FixTheMusic is a convenient way to book a wedding band. Our website is a simple way to compare available musicians, find the best wedding bands, and secure your booking. Here's how our website works:
View Audio Samples and Videos
You want a band that will make your night unforgettable, and viewing samples can give you an idea of the band's energy.
Send Us Details of Your Event
If you'd like help, please send us your wedding data and any other preferences. We'll scan our database to find the most suitable options.
Receive Quotes
Bands that meet your requirements will send direct quotes. You can assess which bands meet your budget and preferences.
Complete Your Booking
Contact the band with any questions, then book through our platform. All you need to do then is prepare for your wedding.
Hire the Best Wedding Bands in Preston
When you book local bands in Preston, you're guaranteed wonderful music and an absolutely amazing experience. All you need to do is browse available musicians, receive quotes, and complete your booking through our platform.
If you have any questions, our team is always here to provide support. Please get in touch.
View Some of Our Most Popular Wedding Bands Performing Live...
If you're looking to hire a brilliantly fun and charismatic band for your wedding, you've come to the right place.
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.
Wedding bands on FixTheMusic have public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment.
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!
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FAQs
How much do Preston wedding bands cost?
The average price of a wedding band in Preston depends on popularity, travel times, and the band's size. However, you can expect to spend between £1,800 and £2,500. Newer bands are more affordable, making them ideal if you're on a budget.
Will bands provide a DJ service?
Many bands that advertise through FixTheMusic will offer a laptop DJ service on your wedding day. However, if you'd like to keep your guests on the dance floor and provide a more immersive experience, opting for a private DJ is an excellent idea.
Will the band play our favourite songs?
A wedding band will always accommodate your first dance song choice, but you should let them know in advance to ensure that they can learn it if necessary. Some bands will also ask about your favourite songs, including classic hits and chart toppers.
Should the band bring specialist equipment?
It depends on your chosen venue. For example, some venues in Preston may have noise restrictions - especially if they're in residential areas. It's essential to let the band know in advance, as they might need to bring a different PA system and sound-limiting equipment.
How long do wedding bands in Preston play for?
The average set is two hours, which gives you plenty of time to enjoy the music. Many bands will also split their time into different sets. For example, you can ask the band to play for 30 minutes during your drinks reception, or offer backup music during the ceremony.
If you'd like the band to play for longer, the costs will be higher. However, it also gives your guests more entertainment.
What if a band member cannot perform on my wedding day?
Professional bands in Preston often have reserves in place, which ensures other musicians can step in when a member is sick. In the unlikely event that the band can't make your event, our specialists will help you find a last-minute replacement.
Why people love FixTheMusic
Fabulous!
Fabulous! The guys were extremely helpful from first contact and fulfilled our every request down to the smallest detail. Professional throughout the ceremony, and impeccable with the music we requested! Our choice of sax was repaid by their skill. I recommend them to everyone. Thank you for making our wedding an unforgettable celebration!
The dust has settled a bit and we wanted to reach out again to thank you for playing at our wedding...
Hi Sam and band, The dust has settled a bit and we wanted to reach out again to thank you for playing at our wedding. We can't thank you enough for being so accommodating with the music, and being there all day to entertain the guests. From everyone we've spoken to, they have all said how good the music was throughout the day! If there are any final things you need from us please do let us know, otherwise we hope to see you guys again at another event! Good luck and thank you again! Kris and Lorna.
Booked The Manhattans
I just wanted to pop a note over to say how amazing the band and DJ were
Hi James, I just wanted to pop a note over to say how amazing the band and DJ were. Everyone absolutely loved them and the band really made the night! So much fun. Please pass on my thanks and feedback to the band... we’d have them back in a heartbeat! Thank you for all your help in the arrangements - it went seamlessly. Literally in the office all day, all I’ve heard is how amazing the band were - the guys smashed it! Hannah.
Booked NOMAD
The Old School 90s Band were simply brilliant...
The Old School 90s Band were simply brilliant. They recently played at our wedding and were the best band a couple could ask for. From the moment they were booked, Thom was pleasant, courteous and above all fun. On the day they set up quickly and seamlessly with no fuss at all. Then the set, it was incredible. The dance floor was full throughout and everybody complimented that this was the best band they’d heard at a wedding. Thank you so much to Thom, Alice, Nana, Connor, Kaveh and Dan...you were amazing. Love, Max & Lulu.
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.
FixTheMusic is free to use – the price you agree with musicians is the price you pay.
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.
With FixTheMusic, all you need to do is tell us what you’re looking for and our system does the heavy lifting to get you offers from our carefully curated selection of amazing musicians.
We make it simple and secure for you to connect directly with the best musicians across the globe so you can book live music for any event within minutes.
Have a read of our highly curated list of 31 Best Wedding Bands in the UK ➡️
We're regularly mentioned in forums and wedding industry blogs and were recently featured in Vogue. Take a look at FixTheMusic in the press.
Check out our Instagram, YouTube and TikTok ♪ for videos and photos of our bands performing at real weddings, parties and events.
FixTheMusic is trusted by the world's most prestigious brands, universities, charities, wedding planners and events companies
FixTheMusic's corporate and government clients include Google, Facebook, Amazon, Lamborghini, Samsung, U.S. Department of State, Formula One, The Premier League, The Crown Estate, UNESCO, Playstation, Huawei, Hewlett-Packard, Pepsi, CHANEL, Dior, Bacardi, Unilever, Red Bull, Sky Arts, L'Oréal, House of Fraser, The Ritz, The Savoy, Johnson & Johnson, Aldi, the British Army, Ministry of Defence, Virgin Sport, WPP, W Series, KPMG, Deloitte, The Economist, G4S, Lavazza, University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, English Heritage, The Courtauld Institute of Art, The King's Fund and numerous luxury hotels and wedding planners around the world 🌍
FixTheMusic is proud to have provided live music for numerous charity fundraising events, including for London's Air Ambulance, WWF UK, The Zoological Society of London, Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, The Royal British Legion, Shelter, The Genesis Research Trust and The Pituitary Foundation.
Local professional musicians and function bands throughout the world
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.
We are the world's leading specialists in providing outstanding bands for weddings in France, Italy, Greece (and the Greek islands, especially Santorini), Spain, Portugal and Croatia.
We have ambitious plans to grow internationally over the coming years — we want FixTheMusic to be the first port of call for discovering and booking outstanding local musicians throughout the world.
View thousands of verified reviews of our wedding bands and book with confidence
We're proud that we have received consistent 5-star reviews on Facebook, Google and Trustpilot.
As well as offering only a carefully curated selection of hand-picked bands and musicians, we strive to provide world-class customer service so you can book with complete confidence. See what our clients say in our verified reviews.
FixTheMusic was a finalist in the Parmee Prize for Entrepreneurs at Pembroke College, Cambridge.
We have been an official supplier with Rock My Wedding. They choose only the very best wedding suppliers and we're proud that they invited us to join their hand-picked selection of outstanding suppliers.
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.
To minimise our carbon footprint, for every 10 bookings on FixTheMusic, we provide funds to Trees for Cities for one tree to be planted. Trees for Cities is a UK charity which aims to plant urban trees and create greener cities 🏙️ 🌳
You can read more about FixTheMusic and their team of Ed, Adam, Zazie & Paul.