Function Bands in Manchester

Find the perfect function band in Manchester

Nothing gets a party going like a live band. Guests who would stand around chatting through a playlist tend to get up once the band starts, and the atmosphere builds from there. Function bands covering Manchester play soul, pop, rock and party classics for audiences of every age.

Manchester has plenty of places to hold a party, from Victoria Warehouse and The Principal / Kimpton Clocktower to The Midland Hotel. The bands on this page travel right across the area, including Salford Quays, the city centre and Altrincham, and can play a marquee in a back garden just as easily as a function room.

Not every function band does the same job. Some are known for a high-energy party set, others for a mix of relaxed early songs and a big finish. Knowing the age range and the mood you want makes the choice much easier.

Hireaband has been booking live bands for parties and private events since 1999. Every band listed here travels to Manchester as standard, brings its own PA and lighting, and sets up and clears away on the night. Use the instant quote button on this page to check prices and availability for your date.

What to know:

• Budget £1,200 to £2,400 for most line-ups, with weekday dates often costing less
• Every quote includes the band's PA, stage lighting and travel
• Playlist music is provided between sets, so there's no silence
• Bands play marquees and homes as well as function rooms
• Every booking is covered by a 14-day change-of-mind refund

A trio or four-piece is ideal for a party of up to about 100 guests or a venue with a sound limiter. For a big celebration in a large marquee or ballroom, a six-piece or bigger band makes more of an occasion of it. Tell us the space and guest numbers and we'll suggest what tends to work.

Expect to pay from around £1,200 for a smaller line-up up to £2,400 or more for a larger band. Line-up size matters most, then the date and your set times. Every quote includes PA, lighting and travel, so nothing is added later.

Every band's page has video and audio of the performers who would actually play at your party, a full song list and written reviews from people who have booked them. It's the easiest way to judge the style and the atmosphere before you commit.

Use the instant quote button on this page to see prices and availability for your date. Once you've chosen an act, we handle the contract, the deposit and the arrangements, and stay in touch through to the day. Every booking includes a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and an emergency contact line is available on the day if anything needs sorting quickly.