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For performers · New York City, NY

Get more gigs in New York City

Musicians, DJs, comedians, magicians and live entertainers: event buyers in New York City come to Hire Live Entertainment to book galas & fundraisers, corporate events, weddings, holiday parties and private parties. Get your act in front of them.

The New York City event scene

New York City is the country's biggest market for galas, brand launches, fashion events and luxury weddings, and it has a deep bench of world-class musicians.

Where the gigs are

Manhattan hotel ballrooms, rooftop venues, lofts, museums, Brooklyn warehouses and Hamptons and Hudson Valley estates.

Busy season

Spring and fall are peak, and December holiday parties book months ahead. Union venues and load-in rules add planning time.

Events booking entertainers in New York City

  • Galas & Fundraisers
  • Corporate Events
  • Weddings
  • Holiday Parties
  • Private Parties
See the New York City page event buyers use →

What you get

Everything you need to get found and get booked

Your own profile page

Photo, bio and performance video on a page built to show up in search. Your contact details stay private.

Featured spots site-wide

Rotating placement on the home page and on event, talent and city pages that buyers browse.

Gig requests that fit

When a buyer's event matches your act and area, we send you the details to quote on.

We handle the negotiating

We work the deal with the buyer, so you can focus on the performance.

Featured listing

$19.99/mo

Cancel anytime. Full refund if not approved.

Get featured

Getting gigs in New York City: FAQ

How do I get more gigs in New York City?+

Make it easy for event buyers to find and trust you: strong live video, a clear bio and a profile that shows up where they're looking. A featured listing on Hire Live Entertainment puts your act in front of people planning galas & fundraisers, corporate events, weddings, holiday parties and private parties in New York City, and we send you matching gig requests.

What kinds of events book entertainers in New York City?+

Our New York City buyers most often book for galas & fundraisers, corporate events, weddings, holiday parties and private parties. Corporate holiday parties, milestone birthdays and community festivals round out the calendar.

Do I have to live in New York City to get gigs there?+

No. Set your home base and how far you'll travel. Regional and nationwide acts get requests from New York City too, and we negotiate travel into the offer.

What does a featured listing cost?+

$19.99 per month, billed through Stripe. Cancel anytime, and you're refunded in full if your listing isn't approved.