Folk Bands for Hire in Cologne

Discover 199 folk bands available for hire in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, featuring 290 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.

Of the 199 suppliers listed here, 3 are based within 30 miles of Cologne. The other 196 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Bonn, Elsdorf and Wuppertal.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 290 reviews of Folk Bands
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Based near Cologne

TriggahRS

TriggahRS
Duo of guitar/vocals and drums. 2 hours of own songs, mix of pop, Folk & country
Folk Band

Bonn

North Rhine-Westphalia · 15 miles away

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Mr. JoSie

Mr. JoSie
Finest Country Music
Folk Band

Elsdorf

North Rhine-Westphalia · 17 miles away

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Boris

Boris
Singer-Songwriter, play acoustic guitar and piano
Folk Band

Wuppertal

North Rhine-Westphalia · 24 miles away

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Willing to travel to Cologne

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The Mule Stompers

The Mule Stompers
Up-tempo en dansbare muziek met een brede lach
Folk Band

Nijmegen

Gelderland, Netherlands · 79 miles away

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Devil in the Kitchen

Devil in the Kitchen
Two piece Irish/Scots Folk band. Ideal for Festivals, Pubs, Irish Nights etc.
Folk Band

Zutphen

Gelderland, Netherlands · 89 miles away

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Book from €500 (EUR)

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Artemis & Band

Artemis & Band
World Music, Jazz, Pop, Fusion
Folk Band

Frankfurt am Main

Hesse · 95 miles away

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Blue Grass Boogiemen

Blue Grass Boogiemen
'High-energy bluegrass at its finest' (~Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine, USA).
Folk Band

Utrecht

Netherlands · 112 miles away

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Triskelt

Triskelt
6 piece Celtic Folkband bringing Irish, Scottisch, Breton and Belgian Folk
Folk Band

Antwerp

Flanders, Belgium · 112 miles away

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Mike & Tenzen - Acoustic shamanic folk

Mike & Tenzen - Acoustic shamanic folk
Duo playing acoustic ethnic instruments, ideal for wellness
Folk Band

Brussels

Brussels Capital, Belgium · 114 miles away

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Book from €40 (EUR)

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Lazy Jack

Lazy Jack
Pop, rock, folk, funk duo in English, French, Spanish and Italian
Folk Band

Brussels

Brussels Capital, Belgium · 114 miles away

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Mellow Yellow 69

Mellow Yellow 69
2 piece flowerpower duo band traveling with their own hippie caravan
Folk Band

Bergen op Zoom

North Brabant, Netherlands · 121 miles away

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Contraband

Contraband
Contraband is a four-piece Bluegrass/Americana band from Amsterdam
Folk Band

Amsterdam

North Holland, Netherlands · 133 miles away

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Antanjula
Violin & Nyckelharpa
Folk Band

Gent

Flanders, Belgium · 141 miles away

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Book from €485 (EUR)

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Cello & Saxophone Duo for special events
Enchanting acoustic music for special occasions
Folk Band

Groningen

Netherlands · 159 miles away

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Die Saitenspringer

Die Saitenspringer
Bavarian international experienced party and Oktoberfest band
Folk Band

Nuremberg

Bavaria · 209 miles away

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Oceanys

Oceanys
3/4 piece band
Folk Band

Lüneburg

Lower Saxony · 217 miles away

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Book from €400 (EUR)

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Nicolas Buvat - Bass / Double-Bass

Nicolas Buvat - Bass / Double-Bass
Bass & double bass player / Jazz - Alternative Rock - Chanson - World
Folk Band

Mulhouse

Grand Est, France · 221 miles away

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Book from €250 (EUR)

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Etoiledeneige

Etoiledeneige
Songwriter
Folk Band

Saint-Louis

Grand Est, France · 233 miles away

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

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Rates for folk musicians in Cologne currently range from about €150 for acoustic duos to €1,500+ for established ensembles with extensive instrumentation and performance experience. Prices reflect group size, performance duration and experience, and the average cost of €600 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 24 enquiries for Folk Bands at events in Germany, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 13 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
71% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About five weeks
46% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of Folk Bands available in Cologne

5/5 from 290 reviews
Photo of Devil in the Kitchen Devil in the Kitchen "Fantastic band, playing fantastic music. Devil in the Kitchen has to be one of the best bands touring Germany Their interpretation of Scottish / Irish music is unique Would recommend them for any trad. event. Devil in the Kitchen Go Bragh !!" Based in Zutphen, Gelderland, Netherlands (89 miles from Cologne) Joe Maartens - Haus Schmidthausen 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 (112 miles from Cologne) 15th September 2026 Janna & Sidène - Private Wedding Photo of Mike & Tenzen - Acoustic shamanic folk Mike & Tenzen - Acoustic shamanic folk "Mike & Tenzen are able to make their instruments come to life and tell stories of their own. They have a diverse registry, varying from shamanic music with the didgeridoo being played, or their folk songs where they both sing." Based in Brussels, Brussels Capital, Belgium (114 miles from Cologne) Livio - Maison du Quartier Ambiorix Photo of Antanjula Antanjula "Enticing concert by two outstanding artists. Their own compositions created moments of musical magic. Very special and unforgettable." Based in Gent, Flanders, Belgium (141 miles from Cologne) Thomas Ossowski - Diplomatic event Photo of Accordion Show / Oleksandra Show Accordion Show / Oleksandra Show "Oleksandra is a skilled accoridon player. She played some very nice selection of songs based on the mood of the party and the guests. Everyone loved the music and the lovely ambience she brought to the party. Besides the music, she is very nice, flexible, responsive and puts in a lot of effort into her performance. We highly recommend her for any kind of event." Based in Möhlin, Canton of Aargau, Switzerland (237 miles from Cologne) 16th August 2026 Ash & Karina - Private Wedding Photo of Jennyandthekelts Jennyandthekelts "A devilish rhythm, a galloping melody and a captivating voice" Based in Paris, Île-de-France Region, France (250 miles from Cologne) 15th July 2026 Denis Popper music mag - Pop celtic contemporary artist

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is €600, with rates from €150 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 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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