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Boogie Wonderland: Our A-Z of wedding entertainment ideas
A IS FOR AGENT
Take the hard work out of sourcing your wedding entertainment. Alice from entertainment booking service Entertainment Nation says, "How you want your day to feel is the most important factor when nailing your wedding entertainment. If you imagine a serene atmosphere with elegant musical backdrops, a string quartet, singing guitarist or instrumentalist would be ideal to keep the drinks and chatter flowing. However, if something quiet and understated isn't your vibe and you want everyone dancing and singing like no one's watching, a pop, indie or rock band is a no-brainer. Perhaps a funky soul and disco band would go down a treat with you soul music lovers!
Want to make your wedding unforgettable? Alternative entertainment like singing waiters and DJ live bands, known for getting the whole crowd involved, are stand-out options for a memorable wedding celebration that's personal to you. For top advice, recommendations and a really friendly expert team, contact us at Entertainment Nation and we'll help make your wedding dream a reality!"
Find out more at www.entertainment-nation.co.uk
Take the hard work out of sourcing your wedding entertainment. Alice from entertainment booking service Entertainment Nation says, "How you want your day to feel is the most important factor when nailing your wedding entertainment. If you imagine a serene atmosphere with elegant musical backdrops, a string quartet, singing guitarist or instrumentalist would be ideal to keep the drinks and chatter flowing. However, if something quiet and understated isn't your vibe and you want everyone dancing and singing like no one's watching, a pop, indie or rock band is a no-brainer. Perhaps a funky soul and disco band would go down a treat with you soul music lovers!
Want to make your wedding unforgettable? Alternative entertainment like singing waiters and DJ live bands, known for getting the whole crowd involved, are stand-out options for a memorable wedding celebration that's personal to you. For top advice, recommendations and a really friendly expert team, contact us at Entertainment Nation and we'll help make your wedding dream a reality!"
Find out more at www.entertainment-nation.co.uk
B IS FOR BRASS
Brass Junkies is a dynamic and versatile brass band performing New Orleans style jazz, pop, funk and soul covers in the style of the finest American street bands such as Rebirth Brass Band and Hot 8 Brass Band.
Having a flexible band size (from the smallest 5-piece to the full 8-piece band) means they can perform acoustically anywhere from inside on stage or in the tightest of spaces, to outside on the move or on the lawn. Their diverse repertoire covers everything from funky New Orleans classics to The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Stevie Wonder and Prince so there's something for everyone! One delighted couple says, "The absolute highlight of our wedding! You guys have something so special to offer... A massive thank you from us!"
Find out more at www.brassjunkies.co.uk
Brass Junkies is a dynamic and versatile brass band performing New Orleans style jazz, pop, funk and soul covers in the style of the finest American street bands such as Rebirth Brass Band and Hot 8 Brass Band.
Having a flexible band size (from the smallest 5-piece to the full 8-piece band) means they can perform acoustically anywhere from inside on stage or in the tightest of spaces, to outside on the move or on the lawn. Their diverse repertoire covers everything from funky New Orleans classics to The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Stevie Wonder and Prince so there's something for everyone! One delighted couple says, "The absolute highlight of our wedding! You guys have something so special to offer... A massive thank you from us!"
Find out more at www.brassjunkies.co.uk
C IS FOR CHILLED VIBES
Lucy Harvey is a multi-award winning wedding singer and saxophonist, performing across the South West and beyond. Covering many genres from pop ballads, Motown and soul, to Ibiza-style party sax, there's something to suit everyone's musical palate. She can perform for ceremonies, drinks receptions, early evening cocktail hour, and even alongside your DJ.
Lucy is proud to have been recognised for her talent and dedication to her couples and has twice won best musical act at the South West Wedding Awards in 2022 and 2023, and most recently was crowned the South West's Best Musical Act in 2024's Wedding Industry Awards. Most of all though, she enjoys seeing the happy faces of her couples enjoying the music she provides!
Check out https://lucyharvey.co.uk
Lucy Harvey is a multi-award winning wedding singer and saxophonist, performing across the South West and beyond. Covering many genres from pop ballads, Motown and soul, to Ibiza-style party sax, there's something to suit everyone's musical palate. She can perform for ceremonies, drinks receptions, early evening cocktail hour, and even alongside your DJ.
Lucy is proud to have been recognised for her talent and dedication to her couples and has twice won best musical act at the South West Wedding Awards in 2022 and 2023, and most recently was crowned the South West's Best Musical Act in 2024's Wedding Industry Awards. Most of all though, she enjoys seeing the happy faces of her couples enjoying the music she provides!
Check out https://lucyharvey.co.uk
D IS FOR DJ
Keep the dancefloor full with a DJ who understands your musical passions and can read the crowd.
E IS FOR EAGLE
Wow guests with a falconry display featuring some feathered friends who can also act as ring bearers.
Keep the dancefloor full with a DJ who understands your musical passions and can read the crowd.
E IS FOR EAGLE
Wow guests with a falconry display featuring some feathered friends who can also act as ring bearers.
F IS FOR FIRE
Danny the Fire Performer offers world class fire show entertainment for your wedding. Over the last decade, Danny has performed across the UK creating unique feature evening entertainment with his solo choreographed fire shows lasting from 12min to 30min. He's skilled in up to 14 different fire and pyrotechnical props/skills from fire breathing to pyrotechnical staff spinning, and everything in between, to bring showstopping entertainment to any wedding crowd size.
One happy bride, Alice, says, "I booked Danny as a surprise for our wedding guests. Everything was taken care of and I didn't need to worry about anything on the day.The show was spectacular, everyone absolutely loved it, especially the kids!Our guests are still talking about it today, three months later."
Get in touch to find out more via www.dannythefireperformer.com
Danny the Fire Performer offers world class fire show entertainment for your wedding. Over the last decade, Danny has performed across the UK creating unique feature evening entertainment with his solo choreographed fire shows lasting from 12min to 30min. He's skilled in up to 14 different fire and pyrotechnical props/skills from fire breathing to pyrotechnical staff spinning, and everything in between, to bring showstopping entertainment to any wedding crowd size.
One happy bride, Alice, says, "I booked Danny as a surprise for our wedding guests. Everything was taken care of and I didn't need to worry about anything on the day.The show was spectacular, everyone absolutely loved it, especially the kids!Our guests are still talking about it today, three months later."
Get in touch to find out more via www.dannythefireperformer.com
G IS FOR GAMING TABLES
Established in 1999, Aces Fun Casinos is a leading provider of fun casino services in the South West and beyond. The team pride themselves on delivering professional and engaging casino experiences for a wide range of events, including weddings. The custom-made casino tables, along with fully-qualified croupiers are sure to create a memorable and enjoyable atmosphere for your celebrations. The team will handle everything from setting up the equipment to explaining the rules and strategies. It's the perfect ice-breaker allowing guests to get to know each other at the gaming tables. But don't worry, as no money changes hands, other than fun money, which is exchanged for chips and the winner gets a bottle of Champagne.
As members of the Professional Fun Casino Association, Aces Fun Casinos guarantees professionalism, reliability and most importantly, fun at every turn!
Discover more at www.acesfuncasinos.co.uk
Established in 1999, Aces Fun Casinos is a leading provider of fun casino services in the South West and beyond. The team pride themselves on delivering professional and engaging casino experiences for a wide range of events, including weddings. The custom-made casino tables, along with fully-qualified croupiers are sure to create a memorable and enjoyable atmosphere for your celebrations. The team will handle everything from setting up the equipment to explaining the rules and strategies. It's the perfect ice-breaker allowing guests to get to know each other at the gaming tables. But don't worry, as no money changes hands, other than fun money, which is exchanged for chips and the winner gets a bottle of Champagne.
As members of the Professional Fun Casino Association, Aces Fun Casinos guarantees professionalism, reliability and most importantly, fun at every turn!
Discover more at www.acesfuncasinos.co.uk
H IS FOR HOLE IN ONE
Make the most of those glorious venue lawns in the sunshine and set up a mini golf course.
I IS FOR INFLATABLES
It's a knock out! Wedding white bouncy castles to inflatable assault courses – sure to be a big hit among little and big kids alike.
Make the most of those glorious venue lawns in the sunshine and set up a mini golf course.
I IS FOR INFLATABLES
It's a knock out! Wedding white bouncy castles to inflatable assault courses – sure to be a big hit among little and big kids alike.
J IS FOR JAZZ
Create a relaxed yet sophisticated ambience for your drinks reception, as you're transported back to the Art Deco era of the 20s and 30s with a jazz singer or instrumentalists.
K IS FOR KARAOKE
Hire a pop up karaoke booth and sing your hearts out!
L IS FOR LIVE PAINTER
Book a live painter to immortalise the special moment you say "I do," sure to fascinate guests as they work. Or what about a caricaturist to leave guests with a fun memory of your day?
Create a relaxed yet sophisticated ambience for your drinks reception, as you're transported back to the Art Deco era of the 20s and 30s with a jazz singer or instrumentalists.
K IS FOR KARAOKE
Hire a pop up karaoke booth and sing your hearts out!
L IS FOR LIVE PAINTER
Book a live painter to immortalise the special moment you say "I do," sure to fascinate guests as they work. Or what about a caricaturist to leave guests with a fun memory of your day?
M IS FOR MAGICIAN
Guests won't even notice you're missing as you disappear for your couple shoot when a magician is on hand to break the ice.
N IS FOR NEWSPAPER
Create your own wedding newspaper to let guests know what to expect throughout the day, share your love story, memorials and quizzes.
Guests won't even notice you're missing as you disappear for your couple shoot when a magician is on hand to break the ice.
N IS FOR NEWSPAPER
Create your own wedding newspaper to let guests know what to expect throughout the day, share your love story, memorials and quizzes.
O IS FOR OOH
Guests will ooh and ahh as your evening goes off with a bang thanks so a bespoke firework display. For a low key equivalent consider a sparkler send off!
Guests will ooh and ahh as your evening goes off with a bang thanks so a bespoke firework display. For a low key equivalent consider a sparkler send off!
P IS FOR PHOTO BOOTH
Photo booths have become a main stay at weddings and it's no surprise given the combination of fun, laughter and memories they deliver. So, the question really is not whether you need one, but which one to choose! Booth Nineteen offers a range of affordable packages with fi ve options to choose from, or the flexibility of a bespoke quote tailored to you, ensuring you get the best value.
Booth Nineteen's aren't just ordinary photo booths! These are handcrafted masterpieces inspired by the elegance of Art Deco design. Guests will love the instant prints they produce and the fun, engaging attendants are fully committed to making your day extraordinary.
Q IS FOR QUIZ
Pop some newlyweds quiz cards on the tables as an icebreaker for your guests or allocate some time between wedding breakfast courses for a game of Mr & Mrs.
From bespoke print designs to personalised guestbooks, prop packs, and backdrops, you can rest assured that every aesthetic aspect is covered. Meanwhile, your committed event coordinator will work closely with you, leaving no detail overlooked, ultimately providing a seamless and stress-free experience.
Find out more at https://booth19.co.uk
Photo booths have become a main stay at weddings and it's no surprise given the combination of fun, laughter and memories they deliver. So, the question really is not whether you need one, but which one to choose! Booth Nineteen offers a range of affordable packages with fi ve options to choose from, or the flexibility of a bespoke quote tailored to you, ensuring you get the best value.
Booth Nineteen's aren't just ordinary photo booths! These are handcrafted masterpieces inspired by the elegance of Art Deco design. Guests will love the instant prints they produce and the fun, engaging attendants are fully committed to making your day extraordinary.
Q IS FOR QUIZ
Pop some newlyweds quiz cards on the tables as an icebreaker for your guests or allocate some time between wedding breakfast courses for a game of Mr & Mrs.
From bespoke print designs to personalised guestbooks, prop packs, and backdrops, you can rest assured that every aesthetic aspect is covered. Meanwhile, your committed event coordinator will work closely with you, leaving no detail overlooked, ultimately providing a seamless and stress-free experience.
Find out more at https://booth19.co.uk
R IS FOR RETRO
Hire some retro arcade games or consoles for a touch of nostalgia. Warning: children won't get a look in when the big kids are around.
S IS FOR STRINGS
The Bristol StringQuartet is a well-established group of talented musicians with many years’ experience playing at weddings and corporate functions in Bristol, Bath, Somerset and across the
South West.
Indeed, as one of the South West’s most experienced quartets, having played in excess of 3,000 events, you’re assured of the highest performance standards. The Quartet can help to
create the perfect atmosphere for your big day, whether it be an intimate occasion or grand affair.
“Whatever your musical tastes, our large, ever-increasing repertoire of more than 2,000 pieces ranging from Bach to Mozart, Coldplay to The Killers, we can cater to them,” says Andrew Barrington from The Bristol String Quartet.
For more, head over to www.thebristolstringquartet.com
Hire some retro arcade games or consoles for a touch of nostalgia. Warning: children won't get a look in when the big kids are around.
S IS FOR STRINGS
The Bristol StringQuartet is a well-established group of talented musicians with many years’ experience playing at weddings and corporate functions in Bristol, Bath, Somerset and across the
South West.
Indeed, as one of the South West’s most experienced quartets, having played in excess of 3,000 events, you’re assured of the highest performance standards. The Quartet can help to
create the perfect atmosphere for your big day, whether it be an intimate occasion or grand affair.
“Whatever your musical tastes, our large, ever-increasing repertoire of more than 2,000 pieces ranging from Bach to Mozart, Coldplay to The Killers, we can cater to them,” says Andrew Barrington from The Bristol String Quartet.
For more, head over to www.thebristolstringquartet.com
T IS FOR TEMPORARY TATTOOS
Temporary tattoos are so much fun for hen and stag parties, festivals and the like, so why not bring them to your wedding day as personalised favours? Who doesn't want to see their guests comparing tatts of your faces, slogans or designs representing you as a couple?
U IS FOR UNBELIEVABLE
Stun guests with aerialist performers and acrobats at your drinks reception, as cries of: "how're they doing this?" ring throughout your venue!
V IS FOR VINTAGE
Vintage garden games and fun fair classics are a great way to take advantage of your venue's gardens while the sun shines. Plus, tug of war makes for the best pictures!
Temporary tattoos are so much fun for hen and stag parties, festivals and the like, so why not bring them to your wedding day as personalised favours? Who doesn't want to see their guests comparing tatts of your faces, slogans or designs representing you as a couple?
U IS FOR UNBELIEVABLE
Stun guests with aerialist performers and acrobats at your drinks reception, as cries of: "how're they doing this?" ring throughout your venue!
V IS FOR VINTAGE
Vintage garden games and fun fair classics are a great way to take advantage of your venue's gardens while the sun shines. Plus, tug of war makes for the best pictures!
W IS FOR WAITERS
Enjoy the looks on your loved ones faces as singing waiters make their mark on your wedding breakfast. Awkwardness gives way to elation for a memory to treasure – especially if you're in on it!
X IS FOR X-RATED
For something a bit different book a burlesque performer for an edgy, vintage vibe.
Y IS FOR YOURS SINCERELY
In lieu of a guestbook, keep your guests occupied with advice cards left on the reception tables for them to fill out with their top marital tips.
Z IS FOR ZOO
If you're getting married at a farm venue, you may well already find some friendly inhabitants to make friends with. Otherwise, animal lovers can hire their own petting zoo. We love alpacas or miniature ponies, which may even offer additional services such as carrying your Champagne or confetti. Just be sure to check with your venue.
Enjoy the looks on your loved ones faces as singing waiters make their mark on your wedding breakfast. Awkwardness gives way to elation for a memory to treasure – especially if you're in on it!
X IS FOR X-RATED
For something a bit different book a burlesque performer for an edgy, vintage vibe.
Y IS FOR YOURS SINCERELY
In lieu of a guestbook, keep your guests occupied with advice cards left on the reception tables for them to fill out with their top marital tips.
Z IS FOR ZOO
If you're getting married at a farm venue, you may well already find some friendly inhabitants to make friends with. Otherwise, animal lovers can hire their own petting zoo. We love alpacas or miniature ponies, which may even offer additional services such as carrying your Champagne or confetti. Just be sure to check with your venue.
