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Corporate Entertainment in Cardiff

Entertainment for company events in Cardiff

Company events have a different rhythm from private parties. Across Cardiff, businesses book entertainment for drinks receptions, gala dinners, awards ceremonies and after-dinner parties, where the act has to fit a schedule, read a mixed audience and keep things professional from start to finish.

Across Cardiff, corporate entertainment is booked for events in and around Cardiff, Penarth and Barry. Venues in the area include Coed-y-Mwstwr, Llanerch Vineyard and Cardiff Castle, each with its own function rooms and event spaces. You'll find more Cardiff venues below, including National Museum Cardiff, Miskin Manor and Pencoed House Estate, each with its own page.

The best corporate acts are used to working to a schedule. They can pause for speeches and awards, keep the volume right during dinner and then lift the energy for the party, and they know how to play to a room of colleagues rather than a group of friends.

We've been booking entertainment for businesses since 1999, and every act on this page covers Cardiff. You can check your date and price straight away with the instant quote button.

The essentials:

  • Budget from around £400 to £3,500, depending on the act and the date
  • Solo acts through to full bands for large functions
  • Acts who can pause for speeches and awards
  • Everything included is listed in your quote
  • Change your mind within 14 days and get a full refund

Start with the timings. Most corporate events have a reception, a meal, speeches or awards and then a party, and the entertainment needs to fit around each part. Tell us the schedule and the venue and we can suggest an act, or a combination, that covers the whole evening.

Most bookings fall between £400 and £3,500. A solo musician or magician for a drinks reception sits at the lower end, while a full band covering a gala dinner and party sits towards the upper end. The date and time of year make up the rest of the difference.

Every act's page has video and audio of the performers you would actually book, along with their song list and written reviews from previous clients. It's the easiest way to check the style and the sound before you commit.

The instant quote button gives you a price and availability for your date straight away. From there, we manage the contract and deposit and keep you updated until the event. Every booking is covered by a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and there's an emergency contact line on the night.

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Rocktail Party take the very best of 80’s rock, and revive it in all its hairographic, tight-jeaned glory!

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From £1,590

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

FAQs

Function and party bands, DJs, saxophonists, tribute acts, duos, pianists, string ensembles and close-up magicians. Many events combine two or three, for example a pianist for the reception and a band for the party.

Yes. Corporate acts are used to working to a running order, pausing for speeches, presentations and awards and picking up again afterwards. Share the schedule when you book.

Yes. Most corporate events in Cardiff are at hotels, conference centres and function venues. Tell us the venue and the room, and we will check the act suits the space and any sound limits.

As early as possible. December Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest dates of the year, so many companies book their Christmas party entertainment in the spring or summer.

Typically £400 to £3,500, depending on the act, how long they perform and the date. Your quote shows exactly what's included.

Yes, and it is a popular way to book. We can arrange both through a single booking so there is one point of contact for the whole evening.

Reviews

(5)

“Absolutely brilliant performance at our party! Mitch brought his DJ/percussion combo and honestly, it was a game-changer. What could’ve been just a regular office do turned into something really special. The live drumming during the DJ sets got everyone up on their feet and made the night one to remember. From start to finish, everything was super easy to organise and went off without a hitch. Our team’s still talking about it, and we’re already thinking of booking again next year!”

(5)

“The band were absolutely fantastic - very professional, extremely talented musicians, superb equipment and sound quality, and kept the dancefloor full all night. The second set, which had a number of requests from the crowd, was a particular highlight and the bands willingness to play requests was a real USP! We had a number of comments from guests about how great it was, and we fully agreed. Thanks for making it a great evening!”

(5)

“Wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Hireaband. They listened to what we were looking for and gave us a great selection of acts. Everything was transparent- including pricing - and we were delighted with the option we chose, Kasbah. We’ve never had a busier dance floor and that’s all down to the band. The boys had a great multi generational set list and were fantastic musicians. We’re already trying to find an excuse to book the band again. Absolutely first class.”

(5)

“The House of Lairds were amazing and helped us having a roaring time while we celebrated our anniversary. They coached us through the traditional dances and played so many of the great songs we flagged ahead of time. They had a good flow in the set and were just all around great people. Hireaband made it super easy to book and manage.”

(5)

“Fairmont were excellent. Very polished and professional and set the perfect tone to our colleague event. They played a great mix of tunes, traditional and contemporary which was great. Would highly recommend.”

(5)

“Absolutely Fantastic! We booked All Night Long for a corporate event held at Wyboston Lakes and everyone who attended thoroughly enjoyed it! A great mix of music, talented musicians and brilliant singers. Booking was effortless and very well organised. We couldn't have asked for more. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend for large scale events or smaller gatherings. Thank you again for providing us with such an enjoyable evening!”

Local Venues in Cardiff

Pencoed House Estate

Pencoed House Estate

A Grade II* listed manor in 36 acres at Capel Llanilltern, with a glasshouse, an old stone hall and beds for a good part of the wedding party.

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The Celtic Manor Resort

The Celtic Manor Resort

A grand resort above the Usk valley at Newport, where a 19th-century manor house sits among ballrooms, golf courses and a rooftop garden terrace.

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Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle

Roman walls, a Norman keep and dazzling William Burges interiors in the middle of Cardiff, with a stone-vaulted undercroft made for dancing.

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Hensol Castle

Hensol Castle

A Grade I listed castle in the Vale of Glamorgan, with gothic towers, a 15-acre lake, 23 bedrooms and a gin distillery down in the old cellars.

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Miskin Manor

Miskin Manor

A family-owned listed manor at Miskin near Pontyclun, set in 25 acres of award-winning gardens, with 42 bedrooms and a warm country welcome.

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Coed-y-Mwstwr

Coed-y-Mwstwr

A Victorian mansion on a wooded hillside above Coychurch, with long views over the Vale of Glamorgan and a glass folly in its own secret garden.

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National Museum Cardiff

National Museum Cardiff

Marble pillars, a soaring domed ceiling and one of Europe's great Impressionist collections, in the Portland stone heart of Cardiff's civic centre.

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De Courceys Manor

De Courceys Manor

An exclusive-use manor in the hills above Pentyrch, with a secret garden, a starlit arbour and country cottages where 36 guests can stay the night.

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Llanerch Vineyard

Llanerch Vineyard

A working Welsh vineyard near Hensol, where 5,000 vines, a lodge for 150 guests and 36 bedrooms turn the day into a whole weekend in the Vale.

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