What does a wedding band cost in Indianapolis?
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the band etc…, Indy's big fun wedding band
A fan favorite at some of Indianapolis' biggest events, including the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Indianapolis Zoo, galas, company parties and hundreds of weddings. The band covers the 60s to current Top 40 and scales from a four-piece combo to a full band.
- Emcee work for introductions, toasts and the first dance
- All sound and lighting, set up before guests arrive
- Top-rated on The Knot and WeddingWire
- Fully insured at any venue
More Indianapolis bands and acts
Not every room wants the same band. Encore books party bands, tribute acts and jazz groups, and can pair any of them with a DJ or ceremony strings.
- the band etc…Indianapolis' big fun wedding and cover band, from a four-piece combo to a full band. Big band to Top 40, sound and lights included.
Jayne Bond and the Pink Martinis60s to 90s party music with dance contests, conga lines and karaoke.
Jacket RequiredA tribute duo to the Rat Pack era: Sinatra, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole, Bobby Darin.
The Rat PackDean, Frank, Sammy and Marilyn tribute performers, solo sets and a group finale.
Cocktail SaxA jazzy cocktail band with 15+ years in Indianapolis. Scales the group up or down to fit your budget.
Cover bands for every decade
Planning a theme or know your crowd? Browse cover bands and artists by era and style.
We know Indy's venues
Hotels, event centers, convention halls, barns and backyards: we've set up thousands of shows around Central Indiana over twenty-plus years, so we know when to arrive, what to bring and how to fit the room. Venues and wedding coordinators recommend us for exactly that preparation.
Questions people ask before booking
How much does a wedding or party band cost in Indianapolis?
The band etc… usually runs $3,000 to $7,000, with quotes starting around $3,500. Date, band size, play time and travel set the final number. See the full wedding band cost guide.
What songs does the band play?
Nearly everything from the 60s to today's Top 40: big band hits, jazz standards, Motown, R&B, hip-hop and contemporary pop. You send must-plays and do-not-plays; the band reads the room for the rest.
Do you bring your own sound and lights?
Yes. The band etc… provides all the sound and lighting it needs and is fully insured at any local or regional venue.
Do you play in Carmel, Fishers and the suburbs?
How far ahead should we book a band?
Most wedding dates book out 9 to 12 months ahead, and spring, fall and December dates go first. If your date is sooner, ask anyway.
Can we hear the band first?
Yes. Watch the band etc… on this page and on its own page, or ask Darren where the band is playing next.
Check the band's availability
Tell us the occasion and how to reach you. We'll reply with availability and a quote, usually within one business day.