Berkshire, South East
Baraat Entertainment in Reading
Bring the groom in loud: dhol, band baja, a horse or a DJ truck.
Popular for Punjabi Sikh and Hindu weddings, Pakistani and Muslim weddings with a baraat, gurdwara, mandir and hotel arrivals
Baraat in Reading at a glance
Booking baraat entertainment in Reading
Party Central books baraat entertainment in Reading, Berkshire, 36 miles west of central London, covering the RG1, RG2, RG4, RG5, RG6, RG7, RG30 and RG31 postcode districts. There are 4 wedding and event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Easthampstead Park Hotel for up to 480 guests.
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- County
- Berkshire
- Postcodes
- RG1, RG2, RG4, RG5, RG6, RG7 +2
- Location
- 36 miles west of central London
- Venues on our list nearby
- 4
- Largest nearby venue
- Easthampstead Park Hotel, up to 480 guests
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The line-up
What to book for your baraat
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Dhol Players in Reading
The sound of every Punjabi wedding entrance
From £295
Indian Band Baja in Reading
Brass, drums and full baraat energy
From £750Wedding Horses in Reading
Decorated horses for the groom's arrival
From £525
Mobile DJ Truck in Reading
A party on wheels for baraats and brand events
From £1,195
Tuk Tuk Hire in Reading
Photo-ready arrivals and brand activations
From £500
Percussion & Trumpet Players in Reading
Live horns and drums to lift the dancefloor
Wedding Videographers in Reading
Cinematic films of your day
How it flows
A typical Baraat line-up
Every family and every event is different. This is a starting point we tailor to your venue, timings and traditions.
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A meeting point near the venue for the groom's family
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Dhol players or a band baja to lead the walk
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The groom on a horse, in a carriage or on the DJ truck
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Ten to twenty minutes of dancing to the venue doors
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A handover to the milni or welcome
Reviews
What our clients say
Rated 4.4 out of 5 on Trustpilot.
- 10 August 2025
Davinder made a seamless experience…
Davinder made a seamless experience with the dhol players with little input from us, he knew exactly what we wanted and needed!
SPSachita PatelDhol players · Verified on Trustpilot
- 24 June 2025
Very quick response to my query
Very quick response to my query, Jeevan so helpful, all booked as I requested very promptly! Great service!
JCJ CBooking experience · Verified on Trustpilot
- 19 June 2025
Party central is very professional I…
Party central is very professional I have been talking to Jeevan who is very understanding and I want Dhol players for a beauty pageant event and Jeevan has been very understanding with the uncertainty with timings etc but still made it flexible for me waiting to meet the dhol players on the 5th of July and will definitely put another review 😀 thankyou party central and sply to Jeevan ❤️
SKShiney KuruvillaDhol players · Verified on Trustpilot
How it works
Booked in three simple steps
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Tell us about your event
Pick a service, add your date and venue. It takes about a minute.
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Get matched and quoted
We match you with vetted performers who are free on your date and send you options.
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Book and celebrate
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The guide
Planning a baraat celebration in Reading
By the Party Central events team
· Last updatedThe short answer
Party Central books baraat entertainment in Reading, Berkshire, 36 miles west of central London, covering the RG1, RG2, RG4, RG5, RG6, RG7, RG30 and RG31 postcode districts. There are 4 wedding and event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Easthampstead Park Hotel for up to 480 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on availability, your exact requirements, time on site and location, so we quote each booking individually.
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What is a baraat?
The baraat is the groom's wedding procession to the venue, led by his family and friends dancing to the dhol. In Punjabi, Indian and Pakistani weddings it is one of the most photographed moments of the day.
How big it gets is up to you. Two dhol players and a walk to the door, a full Indian band baja, the groom on a decorated horse or in a carriage, a mobile DJ truck, or a tuk tuk for a fun arrival. We also check the venue's rules on music, routes and timings.
Where it works best
Step 1
A meeting point near the venue for the groom's family
Step 2
Dhol players or a band baja to lead the walk
Step 3
The groom on a horse, in a carriage or on the DJ truck
Step 4
Ten to twenty minutes of dancing to the venue doors
Step 5
A handover to the milni or welcome
Tips from our team
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Check the venue's rules first
Some venues and temples limit music, horses or vehicles near the entrance. Tell us the venue and we check.
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Keep the walk short
Ten to twenty minutes of dancing is plenty. Longer walks lose energy and eat into the timings for the ceremony.
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Plan the arrival with your photographer
A clear spot for the horse or truck at the doors gives the best shots.
Frequently asked questions
Which venues near Reading can hold a large Asian wedding?
On our list, Easthampstead Park Hotel (up to 480 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan baraat entertainment around the space.
Do venues around Reading have sound limits for dhol or music?
Many hotels and country houses set a sound limit or an end time, and some ask for unplugged dhol indoors. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check its rules before we confirm anything.
Which postcodes around Reading do you cover?
All of RG1, RG2, RG4, RG5, RG6, RG7, RG30 and RG31, including Burghfield Common, Spencers Wood, Theale, Mortimer, Wokingham and Shinfield, plus the rest of Berkshire and nearby Henley-on-Thames, Wokingham, Goring and Bracknell.
How long should a baraat be?
Most baraats last 15 to 30 minutes from the meeting point to the venue. We plan timings around the ceremony start.
Can we have a baraat at a gurdwara or mandir?
Often, yes, outside and at an agreed distance. Each place of worship has its own rules, so we check with them before confirming.
Can the groom arrive on a horse?
Yes. Our partners supply decorated horses and carriages, as long as the venue allows them.
Still have questions?
Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.
Local to Reading
Baraat across Reading and nearby
Postcodes we cover
- RG1
- RG2
- RG4
- RG5
- RG6
- RG7
- RG30
- RG31
We book baraat in Reading and every address in the RG1, RG2, RG4, RG5, RG6, RG7, RG30 and RG31 postcode districts, including Burghfield Common, Spencers Wood, Theale, Mortimer, Wokingham, Shinfield, Arborfield Garrison and Caversham. Our partners also travel across Berkshire and the rest of South East.
Also covering nearby
Venues near Reading
9 venues on our list are in or near Reading, mostly hotels, country houses and estates. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, timings and any sound limits before we confirm.
De Vere Wokefield Park
Estate up to 350RG7 3AH
Maple, Sulhempstead, Ballroom
View on mapHilton Reading
Hotel up to 350RG2 0GQ
Ballroom
View on mapCrowne Plaza Reading
Hotel
View on mapEasthampstead Park Hotel
Country House up to 480RG40 3DF
The King Suite
View on mapLillibrooke Manor
Event Venue up to 170SL6 3LP
The Barn
View on mapTrunkwell House
Country House up to 350RG12 7PA
Ballroom
View on mapHoliday Inn Maidenhead
Hotel up to 350SL6 2RA
Berkshire
View on mapNorthbrook Park
Country House up to 200GU17 9BE
Ballroom
View on mapCrowne Plaza, Marlow
Hotel up to 300SL7 1LU
Winterlake Suite
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Plan your baraat in Reading
Tell us your date, venue and guest numbers. We'll suggest a line-up and send one clear quote.