Mobile Karaoke Host for Private Parties
Bring a karaoke system and your hosting skills to birthdays, hen dos and family parties.
- £800-3k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in the UK, not guarantees.
Official data
2,469 UK companies in this field, 32% registered in the last 2 years
SIC 77291 “Renting and leasing of media entertainment equipment”. Source: Companies House, November 2026.
What it is
You turn up with a portable karaoke system, screen, microphones and a song library, set up in the client's venue or home, and run the singing for a few hours.
Your first three steps
- Buy or hire a starter kit (speakers, mics, screen, laptop) and test it at home with friends
- Check the licensing arrangements for the karaoke software or song library you plan to use for paid events
- Set simple package prices, then promote them on local Facebook groups and event listing sites
Who pays
People organising birthdays, hen and stag parties, milestone celebrations and family get-togethers.
How it makes money
A fixed fee per booking, usually for a set number of hours, with extras such as extra time, themed props or additional microphones.
Skills that help
- Confident, welcoming host
- Basic sound and AV setup
- Reading a room and keeping people involved
Watch out for
- Public liability insurance, and cover for your equipment
- Music licensing: venues often hold their own, but check what you need to hold as a supplier (for example PPL PRS) and whether your karaoke content is licensed for commercial use
- Electrical safety: consider PAT testing your equipment
- Noise complaints at home venues, agree finish times with clients
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a mobile karaoke business?
Startup costs are typically around £800 to £3,000, depending on your setup. These are estimates. Your costs will vary with the quality of your sound system, screen, microphones and song library.
How much can a mobile karaoke host earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around £300 to £2,000, depending on how many parties you book and your prices. These are estimates. Plan for at least 6 hours a week, with most bookings likely to be around events and celebrations.
What should I check before running karaoke at parties?
Check public liability insurance and cover for your equipment. Check music licensing, including what you may need to hold as a supplier, such as PPL PRS, and whether your karaoke content is licensed for commercial use. Consider PAT testing, and agree finish times to avoid noise complaints.
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