Ahhh a barn wedding. So beautiful, so rustic, so picturesque!
Decorated with fairy lights, candles or flowers, a barn becomes one of the most picturesque wedding venues available. Barns provide the perfect backdrop for you to add your own rustic theme to – no wonder they are so popular!
Once you’ve booked a barn for your wedding, it’s time to think about how you will entertain your guests. Luckily, a barn is suited to practically every type of musical entertainment! To help you choose your favourite, we’ve outlined some of the most popular types of barn wedding entertainment. No matter your budget, you’ll find an idea to suit your venue and theme.
Acoustic Folk Bands
By far the most popular type of entertainment for barn weddings are acoustic folk bands. These festival-style bands will fill the room with upbeat, lively renditions of popular pop, rock and folk tunes. Your guests will love their Mumford and Sons style energy that will have them glued to the dance floor. Many include a smooth saxophone as standard or have one available as an optional extra. These bands look the part too! Often dressed in tweed suits and braces, they will complement your theme perfectly.
Acoustic Duos
Never underestimate the power of an acoustic duo when it comes to getting the party started! These incredible acts have a floor-filling magnetism that will create a buzz on the dance floor from the second they hit the stage. Many will use backing tracks to help create a full track sound and others might use a loop pedal.
A duo is a great way of getting top-quality entertainment for your barn wedding while keeping costs down. They create a more intimate feel than a full-scale band and are just as proficient at filling your dance floor as providing a laid-back musical backdrop to your drinks reception. One thing is for sure, your guests will love them!
Roaming Bands
If you want your guests to become immersed in your band’s performance, a roaming band is the ideal entertainment choice! Without the constraints of wires and microphones, these wandering bands are able to move around your venue to create a vibrant yet intimate musical experience for everyone. Guest participation is often encouraged! Many bands are able to offer static sets in the evening and roaming sets during the day, making them ideal for your entire day’s entertainment.
Vintage Style Bands
Make your wedding stand out from the crowd! Whether you’re after classic rock n roll or you’d like your favourite tunes reimagined in a 1920s jazz style, a vintage-style band could be just what you need for your barn wedding. These talented acts look as good as they sound, dressed in vintage attire to match your theme. Your dance floor will be packed all night!
String Quartets
If your ceremony is taking place in a barn (or even if it isn’t!), a string quartet will bring sophistication to this special part of your day, while maintaining your rustic vibe. These unbelievably talented classical musicians are able to perform classical standards and beautiful renditions of modern pop songs to create the classy ambience your wedding deserves.
Acoustic Soloist
Your wedding ceremony will be brought to life with an intimate performance from one of our stunning soloists. From wedding singers to pianists and harpists to guitarists, these talented performers will add a touch of magic as you walk down the aisle and while you sign the register. They’ll bring sunshine and smiles to your drinks reception and in the evening, a solo singer guitarist will get your guests gathered on the dance floor for a fun-filled evening!
Magicians
Prepare to be amazed by the dazzling talents of the incredible magicians available for hire. Whether you want to bewilder your guests with a magnificent mind-reader or astound them with some miraculous close-up magic, these remarkable performers will leave everyone wondering how on earth they did their tricks. Magicians are ideal if you want to get your guests talking to each other at your drinks reception or wedding breakfast.
How Can I Book?
Booking couldn’t be easier! Once you’ve found an act your love, simply fill in the enquiry form on their profile and we’ll get back to you super quick! Or if you’d like some guidance or advice, give us a bell on 0800 53 000 35 to speak to one of our friendly advisers, who can help match you to your dream barn wedding entertainment! If you’d like even more inspiration, check out the huge roster of acts available below.
