It’s easy to get swept up in dreamy venues with chandeliers, vaulted ceilings, or skyline views. But here’s the reality: if the venue eats up most of your event budget, you may be forced to cut back on the very thing your guests will talk about for years to come—your entertainment.
At Dueling Pianos Road Show, we know firsthand that the performance makes the party. Whether it’s a wedding, corporate event, or fundraiser, interactive entertainment like ours turns your event from “nice” to “unforgettable.”
So before locking in that high-ticket ballroom, let’s talk about why entertainment deserves just as much attention—and how to avoid common budget pitfalls.
The venue sets the backdrop. We create the experience.
Live dueling pianos bring energy, crowd participation, laughter, singalongs, and spontaneity—no script, just real-time magic. But when entertainment becomes an afterthought because of budget strain, you’re likely to:
Here’s a scenario we see often:
A client spends 70–80% of their budget on a venue. After food and rentals, there’s not much left for live music or entertainment. The result? A gorgeous space… and a Bluetooth speaker in the corner. 😬
Your event shouldn’t feel like an open house. It should feel like a celebration.
Here’s how to make sure your entertainment doesn’t suffer:
Before touring venues, ask yourself: What kind of atmosphere do I want? If you want guests singing, dancing, and laughing all night, entertainment should be one of the first things you plan for.
It’s not just the rental fee—consider the required vendors, catering minimums, overtime charges, and service fees. These can eat up your budget fast.
Ask about power access, stage space, noise ordinances, and room layout. Some beautiful venues aren’t performance-friendly—so factor that in early.
At Dueling Pianos Road Show, we collaborate with event planners, venues, and production teams to streamline costs and deliver the best show possible. Want lights, AV, or staging? We can help you roll that into a single entertainment package.
We’ve rocked ballrooms, barns, backyards, and black-tie galas. The common denominator? It’s not the space—it’s the experience.
Your guests won’t remember what the chairs looked like or how many place settings were on the table. But they will remember the piano player who played their favorite song. The jokes. The dance-offs. The energy.
Don’t let your budget disappear into bricks and beams. Give your guests a night worth talking about—and let the show take center stage.
Want help balancing your venue and entertainment budgets? Contact Dueling Pianos Road Show today—we’ll help you build a show that fits your space and your wallet.
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but we recommend allocating at least 20–30% of your total budget to entertainment—more if it’s a highlight of your evening.
Absolutely. We scale to fit your space and can tailor the show to your event goals, guest count, and budget.
Yes! We offer full-service packages that include sound, lighting, and even venue coordination if needed.
