Function Bands For Hire South East | Hire A Band In the South East

47 of the best live function bands for hire in the South East.

These are the perfect Showbands for weddings, corporate events & parties in the South East area, locally sourced by our entertainment experts. Find the best South East Showbands only at Alive Network, the UK's biggest entertainment agency.

Neon Carnival Band

5 stars - Neon Carnival Band are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Kent
There is simply nothing else like Neon Carnival Band in the entire world! A fluorescent super-band guaranteed to blow your mind, this incredible group will leave your guests speechless with their neon instruments, bespoke party-inducing repertoire and legendary sound! Get ready for an experience like no other!...

From £5,348
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Hipster And The Hot Hot Horns

5 stars - Hipster And The Hot Hot Horns are Highly Recommended 395 Reviews
Number of members: 8 Cheshire
If you are looking for an incredible live music experience featuring indie / guitar classics backed by searing horns, you’ve found it! With over 380+ amazing reviews, world-wide performances stretching Vietnam, Dubai, Singapore & Austria, countless high-profile clients & a show that has been designed to wow, Hipster & The Hot Hot Horns are the must-have band every time!...

From £4,498 +VAT
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Faithettes

5 stars - Faithettes are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 6 London
Paloma Faith's backing band, the Faithettes put on a killer show of pop and soul covers from '70s to present day, with all the tightness and vibe of one of the world's top live festival acts. Members have also worked with Rihanna, Lily Allen, Craig David and many more. A world class band!...

£POA
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The Souls Way

5 stars - The Souls Way are Highly Recommended 5 Reviews
Number of members: 6 Merseyside
The Souls Way delivers unforgettable music for weddings, from intimate ceremonies to lively receptions. Offering a customizable lineup from a 4-piece ensemble to a full 16-piece band, they bring authenticity and timeless hits to make your day perfect...

From £4,903
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Urban Synergy

5 stars - Urban Synergy are Highly Recommended 1 Reviews
Number of members: 8 London
An 8-12 piece luxury band made up of the some of finest touring musicians in the UK who have performed alongside Paloma Faith, James Morrison and The Script. With previous clients including The President of Lebanon, The Roundhouse, The Sunday Times, Armani and more, Urban Synergy will provide an incredible live show....

From £10,553
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BrassWerk Orchestra

5 stars - BrassWerk Orchestra are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 12 Lancashire
Entertainment like you’ve never seen before! BrassWerk Orchestra are an unforgettable experience for the eyes and ears! Bringing you’re the biggest, hottest Funk, Soul and Pop tunes around, this incredible immersive show includes sensational vocals, punchy brass, the coolest DJ and stunning strings! Previous clients include Man City FC, Manchester Pride and more!...

From £10,257 +VAT
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Club Orchestra

Number of members: 9 Merseyside
Our premier act is a truly unique project that delivers an unparalleled performance.Each band member is meticulously chosen for their exceptional talent and extensive experience, showcasing some of the finest musicians in the country....

From £7,148 +VAT
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Girl Code

Number of members: 6 London
A glamorous luxury show band that mixes live vocals with DJ and live musicians. Girl Code specialise in non-stop dance anthems and international club hits, travelling the globe to bring luxury events to life. Showcasing incredible dance moves and sensational singing , let Girl Code transform your party into the happening of the year!...

From £10,584 +VAT
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In The Red

5 stars - In The Red are Highly Recommended 23 Reviews
Number of members: 12 Midlothian
In The Red are a 12 piece luxury showband who perform throughout Scotland, the UK and Internationally. Members have performed with Rita Ora, Jess Glynne, JP Cooper, Stormzy & Alesha Dixon. Previous clients include The Full Moon Resort Maldives, Sony/ATV Music Publishing & Manchester United Football Club. The band specialise in bespoke performances, with music covering Motown to contemporary chart hits....

From £12,078 +VAT
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Get Funked

5 stars - Get Funked are Highly Recommended 17 Reviews
Number of members: 22 London
Standing as one of the most in-demand and critically acclaimed bands in the luxury and corporate events industry, Get Funked boast a global reputation for sheer excellence. Available from an 8 piece to 30 piece band oozing soul, class, energy, unbelievable musical ability and stunning presentation, this bespoke showband have travelled the world wowing crowds at over 1000 events for clients such as Shell, Blackberry, BBC, BT and more!...

From £25,365 +VAT
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All Of The Lights Band

Number of members: 6 Merseyside
All Of The Lights has arguably created a paradigm shift in high end professional, corporate entertainment. By taking a unique and innovative visual, then combining an outstanding high-impact performance, this spectacular LED show will from the very beginning, set your anticipation racing at the prospect of an unforgettable moment in time....

From £8,547
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BABYLONDON Showband Review Charity Event East Sussex

5 stars - BABYLONDON are Highly Recommended

“Sway All Stars are SWAYMAZING. They starred at my fundraising event and filled the floor with the best music, incredible vocals and musicians and everyone asked when is the next event. I cannot recommend them highly enough for any event. ”

Kristina E booked BABYLONDON for their event

BABYLONDON Showband Review Private Party London

5 stars - BABYLONDON are Highly Recommended

“Saying THANK YOU! does not do justice to how grateful I am to you and your totally fabulous band for making last night's party so stupendous! Wow you guys are amazing you have just got it!!! Charisma, style, amazing voices gorgeous vocalists and playlist. Our guests were bowled over. I want to be in...”

Alison W booked BABYLONDON for their event

All Lit Up Showband Review Corporate Event London

5 stars - All Lit Up are Highly Recommended

“Very solid band with great crowd interaction and selection of songs.”

Tommy R booked All Lit Up for their event in the South East

Neon Carnival Band Showband Review Private Party Essex

5 stars - Neon Carnival Band are Highly Recommended

“OMG LOVED EVERY MOMENT OF THE BAND DJ, SAX, BONGO, PLAYERS WORLD CLASS, FUNKY. PLAYED ALL THE TUNES TO HAVE THE WHOLE PARTY mixed age group 40-60 year of age DANCING ALL NIGHT LONG ...I'M SAD THEY HAD TO FINISH ! lets get this review professional I.highly recommend this DJ Band ..members was friend...”

Barbara M booked Neon Carnival Band for their event in the South East

Amazing Venues

Just a few of the amazing venues we've worked with in the South East

Trinity Buoy Wharf E14 0JY
Quendon Hall Parklands CB11 3XN
The Barn at Bury Court GU10 5LZ
Millbridge Court GU10 3DJ
The Savoy WC2R 0EZ
JW Marriott Grosvenor House London W1K 7TN
The Grosvenor House Hotel W1K 7TN
Pangdean Old Barn BN45 7FN
Upwaltham Barns Wedding Venue GU28 0LX
Pennyhill Park Hotel & The Spa GU19 5EU
Cissbury Barns BN14 0SR
Clandon Park GU4 7RQ
Braxted Park CM8 3EN
Northbrook Park Wedding Venue GU10 5EU
Syon House TW8 8JF

Newick Park Hotel BN8 4SB
The Ned London EC2R 8AJ
Rackleys Chiltern Hills HP14 3PP
The Dreys Wedding Venue ME9 7RT
The Orangery W8 6LU
De Vere Latimer Estate HP5 1UG
The Fennes CM7 5PL
The Old Kent Barn Weddings CT15 7HF
DoubleTree by Hilton London - Tower of London EC3N 4AF
Hawksmoor Guildhall EC2V 5BQ
Houchins Wedding Venue CO6 1RT
Kirtlington Park
One Great George Street SW1P 3AA
The Gardens ME18 6EX
Tythe OX26 4SR

Balfour St Barts EC1A 9DY
Barbican Centre EC2Y 8DS
Grosvenor House Hotel W1K 7TN
Parklands Quendon Hall - Wedding Venue in Essex CB11 3XN
Stationers Hall EC4M 7DD
Inner Temple EC4Y 7HL
London Hilton W1K 1BE
Merchant Taylors Hall EC2R 8JB
Wasing RG7 4NG
Chilston Park Hotel ME17 2BE
Stock Brook Manor and Country Club CM12 0SP
Sunborn London E16 1AA
The Oak Barn, Frame Farm - Eco-Wedding Venue, Kent & East Sussex TN17 4EZ
The Warren Estate CM9 6RW
Villiers Barn Wedding & Events Venue CO16 9PT

Showband Booking Guide

Everything you need to know to hire Luxury Showbands for your event

Showbands in the South East cost from £2614 to £25365. The average price in 2025 was £5694. Prices vary depending on experience, demand, size of act, travel costs and the specs of the equipment provided. Artists travelling into the South East from further away will usually charge more than a local act due to travel time and fuel costs.

We will always do our best to help you find Showbands on your budget, so please give us a call if you can't find what you're looking for.

Alive Network represents Showbands throughout the South East, with acts available for events in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, Essex, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Kent, London, Oxfordshire, Surrey, West Sussex.

On the rare occasion that we don't have an artist based within your area, we will always have artists in the neighbouring regions willing to travel.

To see the most local the South East Showbands, enter a search using your event date and location, then use the 'nearest me' sort option.

Aside from finding some of the best Showbands in the UK and getting expert advice from our friendly staff, one of the main reasons to hire a Showband from Alive Network Entertainment Agency is security. We ensure your booking is covered 24/7 against any eventuality, so that no matter what, you can enjoy your event without worrying about whether your entertainment will turn up. If your Showband is ill or unable to perform, our team will be on hand to source a suitable replacement even out of office hours and at short notice. Imagine having to do that yourself!?

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Established in 1999, Alive Network has grown to become the UK's largest live entertainment agency and one of the leading online entertainment booking services in the world. We specialise in wedding entertainment, party entertainment and corporate entertainment, trusted by companies like Apple, Mercedes-Benz, Microsoft, Coca-Cola & Nike, and we have helped over 110,000 customers to hire the perfect live entertainment for their events. We are formally partnered with BIMM, the largest and leading provider of contemporary music education in the UK and Europe, ensuring that we are able to bring you the very best new talent exclusively at Alive Network.

Find more about Alive Network Entertainment Agency here

For information on joining Alive Network please visit our 'How to join' pages here where you will also find our online application forms.

There is no cost to join Alive Network but we are not a directory, so every application is individually assessed and we hand-pick the Showbands we want to represent.

We look to recruit the South East Showbands who we feel are the best in their area, but who also represent good value for money.

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Alternatively, our dedicated expert entertainment coordinators are on-hand to help. Simply call 0845 108 5500 or email enquiries@alivenetwork.com.

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Looking for Showbands in the South East? Alive Network will help you hire the best local South East Showband, with acts available in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, Essex, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Kent, London, Oxfordshire, Surrey, West Sussex.

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Showbands for hire South East47 of the best live function bands for hire in the South East