130+ Ideas for DIY Wedding Reception Entertainment & Music

DIY wedding ideas for a stylish and budget-friendly wedding!

Handmade touches and truly unique styling is what it’s all about. Extend the DIY detailing to your entertainment with our collection of budget-friendly and super customisable artists. For more DIY wedding ideas and inspiration, check out our Rustic Wedding Ideas collection and our Ultimate Guide to Wedding Entertainment.

James Hunt

5 stars - James Hunt are Highly Recommended 73 Reviews
Number of members: 1 East Sussex
An in-demand singer-guitarist perfect for drinks receptions & dinner entertainment. James' tailored repertoire includes music for everyone spanning The Beatles, David Bowie, Ed Sheeran, Arctic Monkeys & more. Highly experienced, he has previously supported The Animals, Amelia Lily & more across tons of UK venues & festivals including London's The Garage, Glastonbury, Isle Of Wight & The 02 Academy!...

From £352
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The Rips

5 stars - The Rips are Highly Recommended 278 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Northamptonshire
Bringing fun, energy and a killer repertoire to every event, The Rips are experts at filling dance floors across the UK. Performing well known rock and pop from the 50's to present day, expect to hear music from Oasis, Kings Of Leon, Fleetwood Mac, The Killers and even a few fun surprises from the likes of Avril Lavigne and Harry Styles!...

From £1,422
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Technicolour

5 stars - Technicolour are Highly Recommended 132 Reviews
Number of members: 3 West Sussex
Meet Technicolour! A stand out, vibrant band of talented dudes. Stylistically diverse with a repertoire filled with all of your favourites spanning the last seven decades, this band have entertained Heineken, Shard media, Birmingham FC and more!...

From £1,063
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Sian Summers

5 stars - Sian Summers are Highly Recommended 57 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Nottinghamshire
Siân Summers is a professional musician available for weddings, parties, bars and restaurants playing folk, jazz and pop hits from across the decades. Her subtle yet soaring acoustic covers will create the perfect backdrop to any event whether accompanying brides down the aisle or providing relaxed afternoon ambiance for your drinks reception....

From £392
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Live Wires

5 stars - Live Wires are Highly Recommended 287 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Staffordshire
Rocking events across the UK for the last 10 years, Live Wires are experienced, professional & ready to fill your dance floor! With over 160+ positive customer reviews, previous clients including Pepsi Co, Argos & Santander & a killer repertoire packed full of dance floor classics plus some of today’s biggest hits, Live Wires will go down a storm!...

From £1,559
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Alex and Jacques

5 stars - Alex and Jacques are Highly Recommended 35 Reviews
Number of members: 2 Oxfordshire
A fresh & upbeat guitar duo with an extensive set from the 50's to present day including music from The Rolling Stones, George Ezra, Oasis, & more. Alex & Jacques are true professionals who have entertained crowds across the UK! Previous clients & venues include Virgin, 02 Academies, tons of festivals plus numerous weddings & private parties!...

From £575
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Hipster

5 stars - Hipster are Highly Recommended 543 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Cheshire
With more than 2000 bookings to date, and over 500 five-star reviews, Hipster are one of the most well established and best loved party bands in the UK. Their repertoire contains classic Beatles, Fleetwood Mac & The Rolling Stones through to modern indie & pop from Kings of Leon, The Killers & Pharrell. Previous clients include NSPCC, Channel 5, HSBC, Wella, Savilles, Deloitte, KPMG, RBC, Lloyds, M&S, Unileaver, BAE Systems and many more....

From £1,898 +VAT
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The Kicks

5 stars - The Kicks are Highly Recommended 304 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Surrey
The Kicks play Indie, Rock and Pop classics from the 50's through to today! Band members have extensive live experience having shared the stage with some of the UK's top artists. Previous clients include BBC2, O2 and ITV. Over 300 positive reviews!...

From £1,559
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The Rascals

5 stars - The Rascals are Highly Recommended 21 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Staffordshire
Bringing you all the hits that get the party started, The Rascals are the perfect band to hire if you're looking to have the dance floor filled all night long. With an incredible amount of experience, including International Residencies, cruise contracts, theatre performances & tours, The Rascals will have all your guests singing along....

From £1,211
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DJ Markus

5 stars - DJ Markus are Highly Recommended 89 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Surrey
Markus is a reliable, friendly & professional DJ with over 15 years experience. With previous clients including The Guardian, Nokia, Formula 1 & more, Markus knows what work's a dance floor & is fully up to date with the latest releases as well as unforgettable classic tracks!...

From £465
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Shhh Silent Disco

5 stars - Shhh Silent Disco are Highly Recommended 4 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Bristol
A fun & unique way to party into the night without making a sound! Shhh Silent Disco uses the very best wireless technology to create the ultimate dance-floor-filling party! Ideal for venues with sound restrictions or event's looking for something a little bit different!...

From £677
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LJ

5 stars - LJ are Highly Recommended 71 Reviews
Number of members: 1 London
An experienced singer who accompanies herself on guitar! Performing upbeat classic pop & current chart hits plus chilled out acoustic tracks, LJ offers something for everyone! Previous experience includes working with Beverley Knight, Alexandra Burke & VV Brown!...

From £597
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The Low Down

5 stars - The Low Down are Highly Recommended 127 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Having performed on some of the biggest stages from Glastonbury to Alexandra palace alongside acts such as Bastille and Tom Odell, The Low Down are an explosive, energetic 3 piece band that will keep you on your feet all night! The band feature a dancefloor filling repertoire performed by a trio of amazing musicians with years of experience entertaining crowds all over the country....

From £1,134
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Francesco Caricatures

5 stars - Francesco Caricatures are Highly Recommended 51 Reviews
Number of members: 1 London
Francesco is an Italian Caricaturist and Graphic Recording Artist available UK wide for hire for weddings, private parties, corporate events, product launches, trade exhibition stands and much more. Francesco is trained to draw an outstanding caricature in about 5 minutes providing you and your guests with a fun and unique memento of the event! Francesco worked with renown brand such as Unilever, HSBC, Gett Uk, Cambridge University among many others....

From £385
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The Starlit Dance Floor

5 stars - The Starlit Dance Floor are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Merseyside
A must-have focal point for any special occasion, this LED Starlit dance floor will make your venue sparkle! Provided by an expert team with over 10 years’ experience in the events industry, this special dance floor is ready to give your event the wow-factor!...

From £327
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George And The Bourbons

5 stars - George And The Bourbons are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Gloucestershire
Setting your dancefloor ablaze and igniting big sing-along vibes, George and The Bourbons are an upbeat acoustic trio who will deliver a seamless blend of timeless party classics and contemporary hits perfect for any celebration!...

From £1,176
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Jake Monroe

5 stars - Jake Monroe are Highly Recommended 121 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Essex
Jake Monroe is a cool, stylish magician with talent, charisma & quick wit! Combining sleight of hand, charm & humour, Jake provides truly unique & fun entertainment for any occasion....

From £510
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The Roots Acoustic Trio

5 stars - The Roots Acoustic Trio are Highly Recommended 59 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Nottinghamshire
The Roots Acoustic Trio provide amazing live music that all your guests will be talking about! Their upbeat, feel-good repertoire includes music from Bruno Mars to Bob Marley and is designed to get guests of all ages onto the dance floor!...

From £765
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Draw A Crowd Caricatures Caricaturist Review Wedding Kent

5 stars - Draw A Crowd Caricatures are Highly Recommended

“Thank you so so much! Draw A Crowd was amazing- a great success with all the guests and really was perfect to fill in the gaps during the wedding! Thank you again”

Charlotte H booked Draw A Crowd Caricatures for their Wedding in Kent

The 123s Function Band Review Wedding North Yorkshire

5 stars - The 123s are Highly Recommended

“We booked the 123’s for our wedding as we didn’t want a typical wedding band. The reviews were great and the band certainly lived up to them and more! They were accommodating of...”

Laura G booked The 123s for their Wedding in North Yorkshire

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130+ Ideas for DIY Wedding Reception Entertainment

DIY wedding ideas for a stylish and budget-friendly wedding!

DIY wedding ideas for a stylish and budget-friendly wedding!

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