Folk Bands for Hire in Austria

Discover 187 folk bands available for hire in Austria, featuring 279 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 €95.

Local folk musicians offer authentic acoustic performances ideal for outdoor weddings, intimate venues, and festival-style celebrations. Each listing includes audio samples, performance videos, and testimonials from previous clients to help you select the ideal folk band for your occasion. Average booking price €600.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 279 reviews of Folk Bands
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Violin & Nyckelharpa

Belgium

Gent, Flanders

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Book from €485 (EUR)

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Singing-guitarist, solo, duo or band performing popular songs across the eras.

Ireland

Dublin, Leinster

(11)

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Life traditional Flamenco music and dance

Ireland

Dublin, Leinster

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Ukulele Duo performing catchy tunes (originals and tunes from 20s to today)

Germany

Munich, Bavaria

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Scottish musician and ceilidh caller based in Australia

Australia

Wollongong, New South Wales

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We are a 2 piece act or solo if needed.

Ireland

Dublin, Leinster

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Book from €400 (EUR)

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Solo singer/ performer of Celtic music, original,country, 60s to 90s pop/rock.

United Kingdom

Lanark, Scotland

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Book from £350 (GBP)

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Electric Violins, keyboards and Percussion trio

Italy

Città di Castello, Umbria

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Violinist for events and concerts

Portugal

Porto

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Husband-and-wife duo from Pretoria, South Africa, with a deep love for music.

South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng

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Book from R1500 (ZAR)

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Americana/rock songwriter performing original songs in English and Italian.

France

Paris, Île-de-France Region

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Tatcho Drom - Wild yet sophisticated Balkan Party Music, with optional dancer

United Kingdom

London, England

(10)

Book from £450 (GBP)

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A fantastic 4-piece band ideal for Weddings, Private Parties & Corporate Events

United Kingdom

Birmingham, England

(23)

Book from £1050 (GBP)

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Acoustic Duo

United Kingdom

London, England

(12)

Book from £600 (GBP)

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Folk Jazz Quintet, ideal for festivals and indie accions.

Czech Republic

Prague, Praha

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Book from €300 (EUR)

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A guide to booking

Hire Folk Bands in Austria

Folk musicians in Austria offer diverse acoustic performances ranging from traditional Celtic ballads to contemporary indie folk arrangements. These professional ensembles bring authentic instrumentation including acoustic guitars, fiddles, banjos, and rich vocal harmonies that create engaging atmospheres for weddings, festivals, and private celebrations.

Local Folk Music Services

Folk bands near you typically provide full entertainment packages including ceremony music, cocktail hour performances, and reception dancing sets. Their acoustic nature makes them particularly suitable for intimate venues and outdoor celebrations, while their repertoires often span traditional folk standards, contemporary covers, and original compositions that encourage audience participation.

Folk Band Prices in Your Area

Folk musicians in Austria currently range from €95 for acoustic duos to €1,500+ for established ensembles with extensive instrumentation and performance experience. Local booking prices reflect factors including group size, performance duration, and professional experience level. The average cost of €600 represents the professional standard that experienced folk bands bring to special events in your area.

How much does it cost to hire Folk Bands available in Austria?

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The average price for Folk Bands available in Austria is €600 (EUR). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 1,674 enquiries for Folk Bands at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 7 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
41% of enquiries, with private events next at 24%
Typical first reply
Within three hours
72% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
28% enquire less than a month before the event
How far suppliers travel
About 55 miles
For the 80% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Folk Bands available in Austria

5/5 from 279 reviews
Photo of Greensward, Folk Rock. Greensward, Folk Rock. "Rating 6/6 : Brilliant Brilliant music and entertainment! Thriplow Daffodil Festival, Thriplow on Sunday 22 March 2026 I saw Greensward at Thriplow, playing to a full house/field 😎 Great group of brilliant musicians, amazing set and performance. Skill, great music and fun. A really enjoyable time was had by all 🎶🎵 Catherine B" Based in England, United Kingdom 28th September 2026 Catherine Bowcock - Audience Member Photo of Caroline Caroline "The couple has a lot of presence and delivered the most wonderful songs and such a nice experience at our annual summer cocktail party." Based in Mijas Costa, Andalusia, Spain 24th September 2026 Sanna - Coctail party 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 21st September 2026 Adrienne Shulman Photo of Triskelt Triskelt "It was such an absolute pleasure to have you all be such an amazing part of our special day. The guests loved you (and so do we, still). You've been amazing from start to finish, from planning to the big day itself! We highly recommend Triskelt! 10/10" Based in Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium 15th September 2026 Janna & Sidène - Private Wedding Photo of The Tiny Musician The Tiny Musician "What an amazing talent Joana has. We booked her to play as our guests arrived before the wedding ceremony and then as I walked down the aisle, and she did such a beautiful job. Her talent is unbelievable and the music was absolutely perfect for the ceremony. She was also probably the easiest supplier from our entire wedding to deal with! She is the loveliest person, so friendly and made everything incredibly easy from start to finish. Joana played such an important part in one of the biggest moments of our day and we couldn’t have chosen anyone better. Thank you so much, Joana, for being such a special part of our wedding. I couldn’t recommend The Tiny Musician enough!" Based in Porto, Portugal 15th September 2026 Sophia James - Wedding Photo of Viva Italia Viva Italia "Thank you so so much for your glorious playing yesterday. It was absolutely perfect - exactly what we were after and really added to the atmosphere of the day." Based in London, England, United Kingdom 7th September 2026 Natasha Krichefski - 80th Birthday party

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is €600, with rates from €95 to €1,500+. 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 in Austria 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.

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.

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.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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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