Planning a 40th, 50th or 60th at home?
Whether you're hosting a special personal milestone, private function, corporate event or wedding reception, Rick Toner delivers far more than just live music. With professional sound, lighting and a purpose-built mobile stage option that can be set up almost anywhere, your event is transformed into a true live entertainment experience.
From intimate energetic gatherings to large-scale celebrations, Rick takes care of the music, atmosphere and energy of the night, keeping guests engaged, the dance floor busy and the event flowing effortlessly from start to finish.
No awkward playlists.
No guessing what comes next.
No drop in energy.
Just a memorable Hawke's Bay event your guests will be talking about long after the last song.
Choose the right live Hawke's Bay music experience for your event
Private Live Music Party
Intimate, relaxed setup
From $1,800
Private Event Live Music Experience (Most Popular)
Full drive on site stage, lighting, complete setup
Seamless, high-energy night
Typically $3,500–$4,000
Signature Live Music Event Experience
Custom-designed for larger properties
Lighting, staging, full transformation
👉 Apply for a custom event
Popular Hawke's Bay Events
- 40th Birthday Parties
- 50th Birthday Celebrations
- 60th Birthday Parties
- Private Functions
- Corporate Events
- Community Events
- Christmas Parties
- Fundraisers
- Club Events
What people say
“Rick's music made the night — we didn’t have to think about a thing. The music just worked and everyone kept commenting on how good it was.”
— Sarah & Mike, Havelock North (50th)
“Best decision we made for the party. The setup looked incredible and the atmosphere was spot on all night.”
— Jason, Napier (40th)
“Rick just reads the room perfectly. Everyone was involved and it never felt flat at any point.”
— Mark, Hastings (60th)
Apply to Have Rick play at Your Hawke's Bay Event
From milestone birthdays and private celebrations to club functions and fundraisers, Rick Toner delivers high-energy live entertainment that keeps guests singing, dancing and celebrating all night long.
Planning a conference, awards dinner, Christmas party or company celebration? Solo and full band options available to help create an unforgettable event throughout Hawke's Bay.
Specialising in unforgettable wedding receptions, Rick Toner provides the perfect soundtrack for the biggest celebration of your life, with solo and band options available across Hawke's Bay.