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So how does it work?
Acoustic strolling bands
We feature the best acoustic strolling bands. This option is very popular for smaller weddings or where your wedding venue has a strict sound limiter. A strolling wedding band will often perform a wide mix of pop covers – from the 60s to today's current hits, often with a slightly folk edge to the repertoire.
If you fancy transforming your birthday party, wedding reception or corporate event to a modern mediaeval banquet, then make an enquiry on FixTheMusic where we’ll be promoting a variety of strolling groups over the next few months.
The bands tend to stroll in between and mingle with guests whilst playing their music and singing.
Most of the acoustic bands consist of a singer or two (usually male vocals, but often female too), acoustic guitar, cajon or other percussion and double bass. Occasionally the bands might also add a saxophone to the line-up.
Strolling brass bands
Another popular option is to book a strolling brass band – these modern brass groups are inspired by the roving New Orleans-style band but updated with a modern and often unusual twist. The bands usually feature trumpets, trombones and sousaphones, and occasionally a singer or even rapper to perform alongside them. These acoustic brass groups tend to be much louder than the acoustic guitar-based strolling bands, so are perfect for large public events (such as charity parades or marches).
Busking-style bands
Lastly, the bands are often described as a busking-style band. Indeed, part of the tradition of the strolling acoustic band does stem from busking musicians – traditionally, musicians performing live on the street would be acoustic of course as they would have no access to power or amplification.
Reviews from local events in the UK
“Thank you for your outstanding performance at The Goring Hotel for the wedding of S & J 2026. As a luxury wedding planner, I have the pleasure of working with some exceptional suppliers, and The Wandering Three are right at the top of that list. On the day, they performed as a five-piece band, and the energy, musicianship and vocals were simply fantastic! Beyond the music, they were impeccably organised, warm, flexible and a genuine pleasure to work with. Their repertoire is incredibly varied, they keep the music flowing seamlessly throughout the day, happily accommodate guest requests wherever possible, and even took care of the announcements for us, which was hugely appreciated. Most importantly, they created an atmosphere that had everyone smiling, dancing and talking about the celebration long after it had finished. A truly first-class team, and one I would recommend without hesitation for any high-end wedding or event.”
“We were so pleased with Roaming Beats at our wedding and had some great feedback from guests. Highly recommended!”
“Cannot recommend these guys enough - such a amazing addition to our day.”
“It was an absolute joy to have the Wandering Three performing at our event. All the throwback songs done so beautifully. They carried the space and group so well and all our guests had a blast. They are flexible, fun spirited, and very talented! I can’t wait to get them again.”
“This review can only be categorised as a minuscule representation of how incredibly amazing The Moonwalkers are. We loved their promo videos and examples of their repertoire on the website…. We are OBSESSED with their live performance. They absolutely made our wedding. We feel so lucky to have had them perform at our wedding and they brought the roof down at the wedding breakfast. A guest actually said “this wedding will be known as the most uneaten dessert and that’s the biggest compliment I can give you”. That’s because our guests could not stay in their seats once they started their second set. Another guest has lined them up for their 40th. They are such a talented, wonderful, attractive and amazing group of men. We didn’t want them to leave! If you’re thinking of booking them, please do, I can assure you won’t regret it. Thank you so much to Tom and the rest of the band for creating core memories for us for life. I hope we get the pleasure of being at another performance again in the future. Jack and Victoria Hunt x”
“The Ferrymen played at our wedding reception at the start of July 2026, and they were absolutely brilliant. Our reception was in the back garden with a marquee and around 120 guests. It was very relaxed — no stage, no formal setup — but they fitted in perfectly. They performed our first dance beautifully and then completely brought the party to life. They played under the tent right alongside everyone dancing, which created such a fun atmosphere. We had so many guests tell us afterwards how fantastic they thought the band were. People outside the tent could still hear the music while being able to chat, which worked really well. I’d been worried about the practicalities of having a band because of the logistical limitations of the space, but The Ferrymen were just perfect. Thank you so much for making our evening unforgettable.”
“FABULOUS! Could not have asked for a better trio to join us at our divisional away day. They were super relaxed, took the lead and entertained 50 people for the entire evening - all ages! Several people in the group have come to me asking who they were and said how amazing they were. Thank you again!!”
Booked Remix Roaming for a corporate event at Huntsham Court Stables, Tiverton, UK
“Book Roaming Beats! They were absolutely amazing at our wedding and were so much fun. Every single song was perfect, they are all so talented and got every single person involved and dancing. I love that the band moves around and so it felt like the whole space was the party and because they didn’t amplify the sound for us, people could also still talk and hear each other. Roaming beats have been talked about non stop by our guests, they made a huge impact on our celebration and brought so much joy. THANK YOU!”
“We hired the Roaming Folks for our wedding reception. They were so much fun and all our guests loved them. They read the room so well. Would highly recommend for your wedding!”
“We hired the band for our wedding and they were ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!!! It’s difficult to put into words how great they are, but every single one of our guests was raving about them. In the words of one of our guests “I would pay to go and see them at Wembley!!!” They are absolutely fantastic and we feel SO SO lucky that they played at our wedding. We will never forget how awesome they were and the atmosphere they created. They got ALL our guests up on their feet and dancing. They were also very professional and Branka was very helpful with organising logistics. 10 out of 10! If you’re thinking about booking this band, just do it. We promise you won’t regret it!! :-)”
“What a wonderful band! They have a great sound, a unique take on popular classics and such great energy that brings the crowd together. They also played live for our couples dance session which made the event so beautiful. So glad we found them and if you want a band that know how to work an audience, plus they are fun and versatile, then The Roaming Folks will be the best choice! Same time next year chaps?! x”
Booked The Roaming Folks for a festival at Finsbury Circus Gardens, London, UK
“These guys were fantastic at our wedding. They did a couple of sets, 1 during the reception out in the sun playing some ska and reggae and then another set roaming around the tables. They were so good and really set the mood. Could not recommend highly enough!”
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Should I Hire Strolling Band for My Event?
Yes! Strolling bands are one of the best forms of modern entertainment on the musical scene at the moment. They are highly interactive and perfect for engaging with audience members and guests. They only take a couple of minutes to get set up, they make very little noise when sound-checking, and once they start playing and singing, your guests will be tapping their feet and up dancing!
Why Hire a Strolling Band?
Strolling bands are a brilliant choice, especially for afternoon entertainment at your wedding. They epitomise summer and are perfect for strolling through your guests at drinks receptions, as they stroll and wander through the crowd.
Some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Hiring a Roaming Band for Your Wedding or Event...
Roaming bands are a brilliant choice, especially for afternoon entertainment at your wedding. They epitomise summer and are perfect for wandering through your guests at drinks receptions.
Below are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about hiring a roaming band, which we hope will act as a definitive guide for booking a wandering band for weddings and events.