80s Tribute Acts in Dorset
Book an 80s tribute band in Dorset
From function rooms at hotels around Bournemouth and Poole to golf and social clubs near Dorchester, and marquees going up in back gardens across Dorset, an 80s tribute act in Dorset can turn a party into a proper show. Milestone birthdays, anniversaries, themed nights and company celebrations all suit an 80s tribute act — and the act has to work just as well in a village hall as it does in a hotel ballroom.
80s pop is party music by design: big choruses, synths and power ballads that everyone sings along to, which is why an 80s night is one of the most-booked tribute themes for milestone birthdays. Our 80s tribute acts cover Queen, the Pet Shop Boys, Wham!, Duran Duran, Billy Joel and the synth-pop and power-ballad hits of the decade, from solo performers singing to backing tracks through to full live bands, most performing in costume as part of the show. Acts on our books include Classic Queen, The Essential Pet Shop Boys, The Essential Billy Joel, Rocktail Party, LA Heat!, The Essential 80's, 80s House Party and Essentially Cher.
Hireaband has been booking live entertainment for parties and private events since 1999. Every act listed here travels to Dorset as standard, and most bring their own PA and lighting and set up and clear away on the night — use the instant quote button on this page to check pricing, availability and exactly what's included for your date.
Parties in Dorset range from black-tie nights at venues such as Hope Farm to relaxed celebrations at Kingston Country Courtyard or Hinton St Mary Estate, and plenty more in hotels and clubs around Bournemouth and Poole. Every act listed here travels to Dorset, so you can choose on the show rather than the postcode.
The essentials:
- Typical cost: £500 to £2,000, depending on line-up, date and season
- Your quote shows exactly what's included, from travel to PA and lighting
- Line-ups from solo tribute artists to full live tribute bands
- Most parties book several months ahead, sooner for a summer Saturday or December
- Every booking carries a 14-day change-of-mind refund
The right line-up depends on the room and the budget more than the guest list. Solo tributes perform to professional backing tracks, need very little floor space and are the most affordable option. A duo or full live band brings real instruments, more volume and more of a concert feel, which suits a larger hall or a bigger crowd. Tell us about the venue and we'll point you towards what fits.
Expect to pay somewhere between £500 and £2,000. The biggest factor is the line-up: a solo tribute to backing tracks costs less than a full live band. The date matters too, with Saturdays in summer and December in highest demand, while weekday and off-season dates often cost less. Your quote lists exactly what's included, with no extras added later.
Before you book, watch and listen. Every act here has its own page with genuine video and audio of their performance, a complete set list and written reviews from previous clients, so you can compare how each tribute looks and sounds and choose the one that suits your guests.
Use the instant quote button on this page and enter your date and venue to see pricing and availability straight away. Once you've chosen an act, we handle the contract, the deposit and the arrangements, and stay in touch through to the day itself. Every booking comes with a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and an emergency contact line is available on the night if anything needs sorting quickly.
