Drummers for Hire in Philadelphia

Discover 219 skilled drummers available for hire in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, featuring 134 reviews from real clients with an average rating of 5 out of 5. Rates start from around $100, with typical bookings averaging $300.

Of the 219 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Philadelphia. The other 217 are willing to travel there.

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Based more than 30 miles from Philadelphia, nearest first

I’m a drummer who plays everything from cover gigs at small bars to festivals

Silver Spring

Maryland · 119 miles away

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Diverse Drummer for hire

Hartford

Connecticut · 180 miles away

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Rock, pop, garage, old school R &B drummer, various genres.

Richmond

Virginia · 207 miles away

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? Groove Specialist ? Berklee College of Music Graduate ✈️ Passport ✅

Boston

Massachusetts · 271 miles away

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Professional touring/session drummer

Greenville

North Carolina · 323 miles away

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Specializing in steelpan with ranges from the 60's to present

Toronto

Ontario, Canada · 339 miles away

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Three different Band for Wedding, festival, Community events

Toronto

Ontario, Canada · 339 miles away

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Let’s make music that moves the soul!

Montréal

Quebec, Canada · 392 miles away

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Drummer percussionist (cajon/congas/colours)

Montréal

Quebec, Canada · 392 miles away

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Master Egyptian percussionist. Plays derbouka (tabla), duff and turasas.

Montréal

Quebec, Canada · 392 miles away

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Pro versatile drummer looking for Corporate or private gigs/Band

Fort Bragg

North Carolina · 393 miles away

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Experienced drummer seeking live gigs, fill-ins, or band opportunities.

Wilmington

North Carolina · 424 miles away

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Drummer

Clinton Township

Michigan · 442 miles away

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Award winning smooth jazz composer procession

Clinton Township

Michigan · 442 miles away

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Drummer available for any style of music

Vandalia

Ohio · 479 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Drummers in Philadelphia?

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Drummer hire rates in Philadelphia currently range from $100 to $1,150+ depending on experience, equipment needs and performance requirements. Most bookings average around $300, with session work and extended engagements typically commanding higher fees. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 217 enquiries for Drummers at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.

Most requested for
Bar and venue events
17% of enquiries, the same as private events
Typical first reply
Within a day
56% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About four weeks
53% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
All year round
No month has more than 12% of events
How far suppliers travel
About 135 miles
For the 80% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Drummers available in Philadelphia

5/5 from 134 reviews
Photo of Kimme's Project Kimme's Project "Kimme's Project is an outstanding band. They did a really great job at our wedding. I would hire them again and again. Kept my guests happy and dancing. Thanks guys, Darren D" Based in Red Bank, New Jersey (64 miles from Philadelphia) Darren DiGiacomo - Private Wedding Photo of Chris DeRosa Session Drumer Chris DeRosa Session Drumer ""Hey Chris. Digging your sounds... Nice!!!!" - J. "Barry DIA" Long (Mgr HR/Bad Brains) "Kill Ass Drumming!" - Roland Ruby (Damn You Roland Ruby!) "Thanks Chris, you are magic!" - Jason Dennie "Awesomeness!" - James G Barry" Based in Brooklyn, New York (80 miles from Philadelphia) 20th March 2026 J. "Barry DIA" Long (Mgr HR/Bad Brains) Photo of Alex Alexander Alex Alexander "Alex is always in time, inventive and giving a great feel to whatever he plays on! I highly recommend him as a drummer and percussionist." Based in New York (81 miles from Philadelphia) Joy Askew - Songwriter Photo of Fabiandrums Fabiandrums "Hiring the singer and percussionist for our wedding's hora loca was hands down the best decision. Right from the start, the energy of the party skyrocketed. The singer is incredibly charismatic and perfectly masterclass at hyping up the crowd, and pairing that with the live beats of the percussion was on another level—it brought so much power to every song! They managed to get absolutely everyone on the dance floor, even those who usually stay seated at least grand ma and grandpa they were clapping. We highly recommend them if you want a truly unforgettable wedding." Based in Manhattan, New York (85 miles from Philadelphia) 1st July 2026 Carlos Sanchez - SANCHEZ WEDDING 🎉 Photo of Limin Vybz Music Limin Vybz Music "This was our first time hiring Allan for an event and he exceeded our expectations. Great set-up and professional to deal with throughout the process. Thanks for elevating our event this year, we will reach out again in the future. Great job!" Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada (339 miles from Philadelphia) 11th September 2026 Bill Keegan - Mondelez International Photo of Ba Chinois Ba Chinois "“Kept the vibe perfect all night. Great communication and musical awareness.” — Event Client" Based in Montréal, Quebec, Canada (392 miles from Philadelphia) 11th November 2025 Mr Lee - Festival

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring drummers is $300, with prices from $100 to $1,150+. Pricing depends on the style of drumming, performance length, equipment requirements and whether the drummer is performing solo or as part of an ensemble. Options range from percussive DJ sets and body percussion to traditional acoustic drum performances.

The drummers on Gig Heaven include drum kit players, tabla players, djembe players, cajon players and electronic drum performers. Many drummers are versatile session musicians who can perform as soloists, join an existing band or provide percussion alongside a DJ.

Events that commonly feature drummers include corporate events, parties, product launches, DJ sets that need live percussion, recording sessions and team-building workshops. Live drumming adds energy and visual spectacle to any event.

Many drummers specialise in performing live percussion alongside a DJ set, adding a dynamic, visual element to dance music. This combination is popular at weddings, corporate parties and club events. It is worth discussing this format with the performer when making an enquiry.

Most drummers bring their own drum kit or percussion instruments. For larger venues, microphones and additional amplification may be needed to balance the drums with other performers or a PA system. It is advisable to confirm equipment and space requirements before the event.

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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.

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