Bagpipers for Hire in Essen

Browse 50 bagpipers and Highland pipers available in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany for weddings, funerals and events. With 190 reviews from real clients averaging 5 out of 5, prices start from €170 with an average of €220.

All 50 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Essen. The nearest is based in Gießen, 94 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 190 reviews of Bagpipers
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Alistair MacCallum Bagpipes

Alistair MacCallum Bagpipes
I am a very versatile bagpiper and able to perform at any events or functions.
Bagpiper

Nuriootpa

South Australia, Australia · 9,800 miles away

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Book from $350 (AUD)

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Lachlan McSwain Bagpiper

Lachlan McSwain Bagpiper
Melbourne-based professional bagpiper with 30+ years of experience.
Bagpiper

Melbourne

Victoria, Australia · 10,204 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Bagpipers available in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

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The average price for Bagpipers available in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany is €220 (EUR). Bagpipers in Essen currently range from €170 for a short set of around 20-30 minutes to €380+ for extended engagements or multi-location events. The average booking cost is €220, with rates influenced by performance duration, travel distance and event complexity. Wedding packages covering multiple performance slots throughout the day will sit at the higher end, while a single-slot funeral or ceremony booking typically costs less. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 964 enquiries for Bagpipers at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 16 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
42% of enquiries, with private events next at 19%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
58% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About five weeks
46% enquire less than a month before the event
How far suppliers travel
About 50 miles
For the 84% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Bagpipers available in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

5/5 from 190 reviews
Photo of Jennyandthekelts Jennyandthekelts "A devilish rhythm, a galloping melody and a captivating voice" Based in Paris, Île-de-France Region, France (274 miles from Essen) 15th July 2026 Denis Popper music mag - Pop celtic contemporary artist Photo of Bagpiper for every occasion Bagpiper for every occasion "All my guests have praised you! So nice you could come and make our day super special." Based in Århus, Central Jutland, Denmark (350 miles from Essen) 20th March 2026 Margaret McDougall - Wedding Photo of World Champion Bagpipe Player Robert Watt World Champion Bagpipe Player Robert Watt "We booked Robert to play at our wedding and he was a delight to work with regarding our requests. He was on time and really professional and an amazing talented bagpiper. Thank you." Based in Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria (350 miles from Essen) Kerri Smith - Wedding Photo of Leman Piping Leman Piping "Yann was great to work with and very professional and helpful. His fantastic playing made our event very special." Based in Genève, Canton of Geneva, Switzerland (365 miles from Essen) 2nd September 2026 Hannah P. Photo of Ed Arnold - Professional Scottish Bagpiper Ed Arnold - Professional Scottish Bagpiper "We worked with Ed together and we truly loved the experience. We could not recommend him more!" Based in Sheffield, England, United Kingdom (381 miles from Essen) 4th October 2026 Pia&Pia Wedding Planner Greece - PIA PIA WEDDING PLANNING Ο Ε Photo of Simon Addison Highland Piper Simon Addison Highland Piper "Hands-down, Simon is possibly the finest piper I have ever booked for a funeral service. Not only is he an excellent piper, he is also reliable, immaculately turned out and a pleasure to deal with and he is our first choice for a funeral piper in Herefordshire." Based in Hereford, England, United Kingdom (418 miles from Essen) Mark - Funeral

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring bagpipers is €220, with prices ranging from €170 to €380+. Rates vary depending on the length of the performance, travel distance and whether the booking includes ceremonial piping, background music or both. Many pipers also offer options such as traditional Highland dress or specific tune requests.

Many clients book bagpipers for weddings, Burns Night celebrations, funerals, corporate events, graduation ceremonies and sporting occasions. A piper can provide a dramatic entrance for the bride, pipe in the haggis at a Burns supper or add a sense of ceremony to formal events.

Most bagpipers perform for 30 minutes to one hour, though this varies depending on the event. Bagpiping is physically demanding, so sets are typically shorter than those of other musicians. Many pipers can perform at several points during an event rather than in one continuous set.

Most bagpipers are happy to perform both indoors and outdoors. However, bagpipes are naturally very loud, so indoor performances may be more suitable in larger spaces such as halls, marquees or churches. It is worth discussing the venue with the piper to ensure the volume is appropriate for the setting.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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