Folk Bands for Hire in Canada

Discover 174 folk bands available for hire in Canada, featuring 269 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 $190.

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 $950.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 269 reviews of Folk Bands
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Irish trad band based in Algarve. Solo to 4-piece. EU travel

Portugal

Lagos, Faro

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3-piece traditional Irish group, ideal for events, drinks receptions

Ireland

Kildare, Leinster

(4)

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Groupe flamenco-gipsy français, festif et explosif, entre tradition et modernité

France

Rouen, Normandy

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

United States

Long Beach, California

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Bagpiper and Traditional Musician available

Ireland

Westport, Connaught

(19)

Book from €175 (EUR)

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Seven-piece band! Balkan Folk Dance Brass Band

Hungary

Budapest

(1)

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Two-piece Greek Band - Ideal for Events & Weddings

Greece

Thessaloníki, Central Macedonia

(1)

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Italian duo/trio/quartet: Singer, accordeon, guitar, percussions

Italy

Grosseto, Tuscany

(6)

Book from €750 (EUR)

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We are a Portuguese folk/rock band, known by our happy songs and lyrics.

Portugal

Lisbon, Lisbon District

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Folk and Americana band from London, UK

United Kingdom

London, England

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Three or more band members for any occassions.

Greece

Athens, Attica

(4)

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Acoustic Trio - Singers, Guitar & Violin

Italy

Florence, Tuscany

(5)

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Two, Three or Four piece Mumford-style Folk-rock Band

United Kingdom

Oswestry, England

(4) Replies in ~3 hrs

Book from £595 (GBP)

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Irish singing and traditional Irish music

United Kingdom

Coventry, England

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Greek folklore band with 3 to 4 members

Greece

Athens, Attica

(2)

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A guide to booking

Hire Folk Bands in Canada

Folk musicians in Canada 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 Canada currently range from $190 for acoustic duos to $2,450+ 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 $950 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 Canada?

$Low price
from$190CAD
$$Average price
from$950CAD
$$$High price
from$2,450CAD

The average price for Folk Bands available in Canada is $950 (CAD). 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 58 enquiries for Folk Bands at events in Canada, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 7 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
79% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
31% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
59% of events take place in these months

Reviews of Folk Bands available in Canada

5/5 from 269 reviews
Photo of #VozMusic Band #VozMusic Band "Very good sound and energy from this band. We have had them entertain our patrons for several of our events held at Cafe Mariposa and we have always been very pleased with VozMusic" Based in Scarborough, Ontario 29th March 2026 Marcia Guerrero - CAFE MARIPOSA LOPINOT - TRINIDAD & TOBAGO Photo of Annika & Pete Annika & Pete "Hi Pete - just wanted to send a thank you! If you guys didn't hear it enough from everyone there... but the band was incredible! Everyone was raving about how amazing you were. We were so so happy with how everything went. Thank you again! -Ali" Based in Abbotsford, British Columbia 21st March 2026 Alison & Lucas - July 6th Wedding Photo of Ryan Thomas Smelle Ryan Thomas Smelle "Ryan and the guys were amazing! Easy to work with leading up to the event (answered my many questions), professional and very talented too. Our attendees raved about them!" Based in St. Catharines, Ontario 5th February 2026 Nina - Corporate Cocktail Reception Photo of Chad Wenzel Chad Wenzel "Chad Wenzel is a talented musician and an engaging performer. His conscientious delivery to every song brings the audience in. I’ve seen some people deeply moved at live shows!" Based in Toronto, Ontario 7th January 2026 Dale Jones Photo of Kevin & the Kitchen Sink Kevin & the Kitchen Sink "Kevin & the Kitchen Sink was a pleasure to work with from the moment we contacted them. They created a perfect playlist, including a specially requested song (my parent’s first dance song from 40 years ago!) and the band was incredible! The crowd was on the dance floor the whole night. We couldn’t have been happier with this band and would highly recommend them. Thank you Kevin & the Kitchen Sink for such a great party!" Based in Kingston, Ontario Megan - Anniversary Party Photo of Good To Go Good To Go "Perfect for our event. Flexible and engaging We had a wonderful time with Mike and Suzanne celebrating our parents 50th wedding anniversary. They were very responsive, flexible, reasonably priced, and even took some requests for specific songs. They also did a great job interacting with the crowd and even inviting some more of the brave guests to join and sing along for a few songs. Thank you to you both for a wonderful experience. • Rating:   *****   • Reviewer: Kelly Medio • Event Date: July 26th, 2023 • Services Provided: Cover Band" Based in Belleville, Ontario Kelly Medio - Private Party

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is $950, with rates from $190 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.

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.

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.

The folk bands in Canada 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.

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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