This is the kind of advice we wish we didn’t have to share with our couples, but forearmed is forewarned as they say, so today I have another excellent Ask the Experts piece to share with you – this time from entertainment booking platform, Headliner.  Music and entertainment can really take a reception and wedding party to the next level, so what do you do when the band you agonisingly picks drops out"! Read on, and find out…

Help! My wedding band cancelled at the last minute!
Getting married should be nothing short of enjoyable, fun, and memorable. You?ve planned this day for months and everything is ready to go: your guests have RSVP?d, you?ve got a photographer, caterer, your dream venue, and a perfect band. But what do you do if any one of these decides to leave you in the lurch – specifically, what if your band cancels at the last minute" The first thing to determine is how exactly you made the booking. Was it an informal agreement with the band, their agent, or did you go through a booking platform"

Talk it out
If you were dealing directly with the band or DJ, your first step should be to try and talk to them or their manager. Remain calm, and see if they can suggest an alternative band, provide a refund, or help you find another solution. As it?s so easy to leave bad reviews online nowadays, most acts will actively try to help you out of this tight spot.
The legalities: check your insurance and contract
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