Folk Bands for Hire in France

Discover 193 folk bands available for hire in France, featuring 285 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 €150.

These 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 €550.

Of the 193 suppliers listed here, 15 are based in France. The other 178 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 285 reviews of Folk Bands
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Bavarian international experienced party and Oktoberfest band

Germany

Nuremberg, Bavaria

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Gruppo musicale di sei elementi che propone musica folk progressive Nord Italia

Italy

Aviano, Friuli Venezia Giulia

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Five-piece Zydeco band. Good rocking Louisiana Zydeco music. Dance all night!

United Kingdom

Welshpool, Wales

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Book from £650 (GBP)

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One man band (or duo act) performing Traditional Delta Blues or Country Music

Italy

Rome, Latium

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Book from €100 (EUR)

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Tango, Swing, Folk, 20th-century classics & film soundtracks

Italy

Rome, Latium

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Book from €850 (EUR)

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Austropop - Hits und Raritäten

Austria

Bärnbach, Styria

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Book from €1500 (EUR)

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Doublebass and ebass player

Austria

Vienna

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Wedding band

Italy

Naples, Campania

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Book from €500 (EUR)

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High quality Ceilidh Band with songs and a caller perfect for any event!

United Kingdom

Glasgow, Scotland

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Highly experienced Accordionist and ceilidh band

United Kingdom

Glasgow, Scotland

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Oktoberfest - Party band

Hungary

Tatabánya, Komárom-Esztergom

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One man, full-band sound! Live Scottish ceilidh music, and expert dance calling.

United Kingdom

Aberdeen, Scotland

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Book from £595 (GBP)

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Latin folk music

Hungary

Budapest

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Scandinavian, slavic, medieval and celtic folk-rock band

Hungary

Budapest

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Award-winning Hungarian Gypsy orchestra performing authentic music

Hungary

Budapest

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A guide to booking

Hire Folk Bands in France

Folk musicians in France 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.

Folk Music Services

Folk bands 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

Rates for folk musicians in France currently range from about €150 for acoustic duos to €1,450+ for established ensembles with extensive instrumentation and performance experience. Prices reflect group size, performance duration and experience, and the average cost of €550 reflects the standard experienced folk bands bring to an event.

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The average price is €550 (EUR), with most priced from €150 to €1,450+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 73 enquiries for Folk Bands at events in France, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 23 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
78% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About five months
22% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
July to September
59% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 125 miles
For the 87% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Folk Bands available in France

5/5 from 285 reviews
Photo of Jennyandthekelts Jennyandthekelts "A devilish rhythm, a galloping melody and a captivating voice" Based in Paris, Île-de-France Region 15th July 2026 Denis Popper music mag - Pop celtic contemporary artist Photo of Owen's Friends Owen's Friends "Overall we had a very good experience in difficult conditions. The caller handled inexperienced participants, hot weather, and minor technical challenges to deliver an enjoyable experience for all, including child-friendly dances. I recommend this band." Based in Paris, Île-de-France Region 14th July 2026 James - Wedding Photo of nofing nofing "We just had a lovely evening listening to Nofing, with songs from artists as varied as Red Hot Chilli Peppers, the Beatles, Eurythmics, Ace of Base and even a really clever version of Down Under by Men at Work. Great evening of song memories, two wonderful voices, and some expert guitar playing. Would happily buy a CD and watch again. Merci Nofing!" Based in Ancenis, Pays de la Loire Region Sarah Kelly Photo of Telegraph Telegraph "Thank you Telegraph that was amazing, exactly what I had in mind!" Based in Paris, Île-de-France Region Clemens Photo of Asgards Traditional Irish Music Asgards Traditional Irish Music "We had the Asgards play at the day 2 of our wedding in September to a mixed audience of British and Irish guests and they were absolutely phenomenal! We really wanted our guests to experience some traditional Irish music as part of our wedding celebration and Asgards were the perfect band for that!" Based in Kildare, Leinster, Ireland 23rd October 2026 Cathyrn & Donal - Wedding Day 2, Tyrrellstown House, Dublin Photo of Bob Ferguson Songwriter Bob Ferguson Songwriter "We all had an amazing night, all the sailors loved your performance and it really made a massive difference to the night, it really brightened up the spirits of everyone and made it a night to remember, extremely worth it and a very fair price. Keep in touch bob." Based in Lanark, Scotland, United Kingdom 21st October 2026 Daniel Kokocinski - HMS Glasgow Pickle Night

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is €550, with rates from €150 to €1,450+. 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 in France 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.

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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