Discover 197 folk bands available for hire in Ireland, featuring 397 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 €100.
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 €500.
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Folk musicians in Ireland 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 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 musicians in Ireland currently range from €100 for acoustic duos to €1,550+ 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 €500 represents the professional standard that experienced folk bands bring to special events in your area.
The average price for Folk Bands available in Ireland is €500 (EUR). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Anton Violinist & Ensemble
"Thank you Anton
You made our NYE musically so joyful !😀
Wishing you and your teammates a very happy new year"
Blue Orchid
"We had Blue Orchid for a 40th Birthday party recently. This duo are top class. They played many different genres and had a broad knowledge of music. Every song that we requested they played effortlessly. Such a massive sound for just 2 people. I would highly recommend."
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"
Spiritus Mundi Crescentis
"What a show last night! We're still talking about it at breakfast."
Caroline
"Thank you so much for your really nice and significant performance in our ceremony."
Greensward, Folk Rock.
"Rating 6/6 : Brilliant More please! St Mary's Church, Hitchin on Saturday 6 June 2026
If you are going to cover artists as legendary and varied as Fairport Convention, The Waterboys, and The Proclaimers, you need the musical know-how, and talent. Greensward has both.
From the moment they took the stage, Greensward delivered an exceptionally convincing folk-rock sound, anchored by a standout female lead vocalist whose versatility was on full display throughout the evening. Her delivery on classics like Mississippi Summer, Martha’s Harbour, and the timeless Fairport staple Who Knows Where the Time Goes was magnificent—tender, commanding, and beautifully pitched. Adding to her impressive performance, her expressive violin work wove through nearly every track, giving the arrangements a rich, authentic weight.
Her numbers were backed by a talented group of guitarists (electric, mandolin, mandola and bass) and vocalists. The guitarists lent their vocals to numbers such as the Waterboys classic Fisherman’s Blues, and I’m Gonna Be (500 miles) by The Proclaimers.
The band’s real strength lies in their collective chemistry: the instrumental work was tight, and the vocal harmonies were effortlessly blended, filling the space with a warm, cohesive sound.
What made the evening particularly memorable was the band's song choices. Threading the needle between the driving folk-punk energy of Oysterband, the rootsy anthems of The Waterboys, the acoustic grit of Richard Thompson, and the subtle melancholy of June Tabor or Strawbs is no easy feat. They even invited lively audience participation on rousing numbers like the sea shanty Dead Horse.
Greensward pulled off this diverse mix with natural charm and obvious reverence for the material.
Greensward aren't just playing covers; they are celebrating a rich tradition with real skill, warmth, and energy. They are definitely a band to see live whenever you get the chance."
