Folk Bands for Hire in Sydney

Discover 161 folk bands available for hire in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, featuring 253 client reviews and an average rating of 5 out of 5. From Celtic folk ensembles to contemporary indie folk groups, find professional acoustic musicians for your wedding, festival, or private celebration, with prices starting from $240.

Of the 161 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Sydney. The other 160 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 253 reviews of Folk Bands
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Jaga Band Maryana Sywak

Jaga Band Maryana Sywak
Neo Folk Ukrainian Gypsy Band
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Sydney

New South Wales

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Based more than 30 miles from Sydney, nearest first

The Scotsman
Scottish musician and ceilidh caller based in Australia
Folk Band

Wollongong

New South Wales · 42 miles away

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Chord-eaux

Chord-eaux
5-piece folk band for concerts or bush dances
Folk Band

Wollongong

New South Wales · 42 miles away

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Heywood's Heroes

Heywood's Heroes
Original songs plus a few odd covers. The style is edgy roots fusion music!
Folk Band

Newcastle

New South Wales · 73 miles away

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The Mountain Dew Band

The Mountain Dew Band
Four piece Country/Irish/Folk band
Folk Band

Goulburn

New South Wales · 105 miles away

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Celtophiles
Traditional Celtic Musicians
Folk Band

Bendigo

Victoria · 438 miles away

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Martin Zakharov

Martin Zakharov
Sax, clarinet, flute, kbd, vocals
Folk Band

Yarraville

Victoria · 446 miles away

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Limerick

Limerick
4 Piece Celtic Folk/Rock Band available for all events and festivals
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Brisbane

Queensland · 455 miles away

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Double Shot Maggie

Double Shot Maggie
A fun 5-piece band playing fast, loud Irish trad and contemporary Celtic rock
Folk Band

Geelong

Victoria · 483 miles away

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Qadasi & Maqhinga

Qadasi & Maqhinga
Acoustic duo performing a fusion of traditional Zulu and western folk music.
Folk Band

Durban

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa · 6,554 miles away

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Bill Walden Music

Bill Walden Music
Solo Singer/Songwriter
Folk Band

Napa

California, United States · 7,448 miles away

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Hawazin

Hawazin
live Organic Electrinic Performance
Folk Band

Dubai

United Arab Emirates · 7,488 miles away

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Synthesi

Synthesi
5 piece band, performing traditional and contemporary Greek music and more!
Folk Band

Long Beach

California, United States · 7,495 miles away

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Mariachi Luceros de México, LLC

Mariachi Luceros de México, LLC
Mariachi band servicing all of Southern California
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Los Angeles

California, United States · 7,502 miles away

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Violinist & Band

Violinist & Band
Electric, acoustic violinist, DJ, duo, trio with pianist, vocalist, band
Folk Band

San Diego

California, United States · 7,512 miles away

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Munko

Munko
Solo act/guitar/piano/vocals, classic rock songs and originals
Folk Band

Portland

Oregon, United States · 7,669 miles away

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Xcezzo

Xcezzo
A Regio and Tejano-style norteño band
Folk Band

Victoria de Durango

Mexico · 7,900 miles away

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Grupo Vennus De Aguililla Michoacan

Grupo Vennus De Aguililla Michoacan
Our group was founded in Redwood City, CA, in 1977 and we are still going strong
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Mexico City

Mexico · 8,061 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Folk Bands in Sydney?

$Low price
from$240AUD
$$Average price
from$1,150AUD
$$$High price
from$2,450AUD

Rates for folk musicians in Sydney currently range from about $240 for acoustic duos to $2,450+ for established ensembles with extensive instrumentation and performance experience. Prices reflect group size, performance duration and experience, and the average cost of $1,150 reflects the standard experienced folk bands bring to an event. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 48 enquiries for Folk Bands at events in Australia, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
67% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
25% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of Folk Bands available in Sydney

5/5 from 253 reviews
Photo of The Mountain Dew Band The Mountain Dew Band "We have been using The Mountain Dew Band for 10 years now and folks look forward to watching the guys perform and getting everyone dancing. Wonderful artists." Based in Goulburn, New South Wales (105 miles from Sydney) Tallong Apple Day - Festival Photo of Double Shot Maggie Double Shot Maggie "An awesome night of singing and dancing along with DSM in Flemington last week. Looking forward to the next gig!" Based in Geelong, Victoria (483 miles from Sydney) Paul Hobbs Photo of Synthesi Synthesi "They are great and all are wonderful men! Go you will enjoy!!" Based in Long Beach, California, United States (7,495 miles from Sydney) Phyllis Truelove - Fan Photo of Violinist & Band Violinist & Band "Amazing musicians! Variety of music styles and songs. We hired Emil with his band for our Corporate event and they were a huge hit! Everyone was up on their feet dancing along the whole night. Incredibly nice and such a pleasure to work with them! Emil made sure the playlist targeted our whole audience and sounded awesome. I would definitely recommend them for any and all events and hope to work with them again!" Based in San Diego, California, United States (7,512 miles from Sydney) Ed Johnson - Crpporate event Photo of The Magpies The Magpies "We were so excited to have The Magpies play and sing for our AACA Christmas party! Our caterer bailed on us and we found a restaurant to bring food, but it took a long time, however the time flew by listening to these ladies with beautiful songs everyone knew! Lovely, lively piano & guitar and fantastic vocals including Holiday songs for Christmas! They saved the day for us by keeping the party going! Kathleen /Antique Auto Club of America" Based in Victoria, Texas, United States (8,470 miles from Sydney) 24th November 2025 Kathleen Ross - VP Golden Crescent Antique Auto Club Photo of Spiritus Mundi Crescentis Spiritus Mundi Crescentis "What a show last night! We're still talking about it at breakfast." Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States (8,886 miles from Sydney) 21st September 2026 Adrienne Shulman

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is $1,150, with rates from $240 to $2,450+. Cost depends on the number of musicians, performance length and the instruments involved. Folk bands feature a range of traditional instruments such as fiddle, mandolin, accordion and bodhrán, and larger groups with more players cost more.

The folk bands for hire perform a range of folk styles including traditional, contemporary folk, Celtic, English folk, world folk and folk-rock. Many bands feature acoustic instruments such as fiddle, guitar, mandolin, accordion, bodhran and bouzouki.

Hiring folk bands suits a wide range of events including weddings, ceilidhs, barn dances, festivals, pub events, corporate functions and cultural celebrations. Folk music creates a warm, convivial atmosphere and many bands encourage audience participation through sing-alongs and dancing.

Some folk bands also offer ceilidh or barn dance calling as part of their performance. The caller guides guests through traditional group dances, making it an inclusive and entertaining activity for all ages. To get the best results, check each band's profile to see if they offer this option.

Many folk bands can perform acoustically for smaller, intimate venues. For medium to large events, most bands bring their own PA system. It is advisable to discuss the venue size and guest numbers with the band to determine the best sound setup.

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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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