Folk Bands for Hire in Connemara

Discover 188 folk bands available for hire in Connemara, Connacht, Ireland, featuring 350 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 €600.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 350 reviews of Folk Bands
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Bagpiper and Traditional Musician available

Ireland

Westport, Connaught

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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Irish Music, Song & Dance

Ireland

Limerick, Munster

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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4 piece band playing Folk Rock Modern and all the classics

Ireland

Limerick, Munster

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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2 piece' consisting of vocals' guitar & 5 string fiddle' country'trad'rock

Ireland

Tralee, Munster

Available in Connemara, Connacht

(1)

Book from €270 (EUR)

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

Ireland

Kildare, Leinster

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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Award Winning Irish Wedding Trad/Folk/Pop Trio

Ireland

Athy, Leinster

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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Award Winning Irish Traditional & Folk Music Wedding Group

Ireland

Athy, Leinster

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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Duo of fiddle/voice and guitar/voice playing Irish traditional Music and Folk

Ireland

Cork, Munster

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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

Ireland

Dublin, Leinster

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Life traditional Flamenco music and dance

Ireland

Dublin, Leinster

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We are a 2 piece act or solo if needed.

Ireland

Dublin, Leinster

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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We are a 5 x piece band that sings & plays mad, bad & trad Irish / Celtic Music

United Kingdom

Denbigh, Wales

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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Three or four piece fun clowny pipers and street entertainers, music old and new

United Kingdom

Paisley, Scotland

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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We love to ceilidh, and we'd love to help you with yours.

United Kingdom

Glasgow, Scotland

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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Book from £610 (GBP)

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

United Kingdom

Glasgow, Scotland

Available in Connemara, Connacht

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A guide to booking

Hire Folk Bands in Connemara, Connacht, Ireland

Folk musicians in Connemara, Connacht, 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.

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 Connemara currently range from €100 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 Connemara, Connacht, Ireland?

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The average price for Folk Bands available in Connemara, Connacht, Ireland 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 394 enquiries for Folk Bands at events in Ireland, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 12 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
31% of enquiries, with private events next at 24%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
62% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
30% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to August
52% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 55 miles
For the 87% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Folk Bands available in Connemara, Connacht, Ireland

5/5 from 350 reviews
Photo of Premier Bagpiper for Hire Premier Bagpiper for Hire "From the first message of booking for the event to the day itself, Michael was a pleasure to deal with. Could not recommend enough." Based in Westport, Connaught 10th May 2026 Rachel scanlon - Wedding Photo of Me & jiggs Me & jiggs "We had a great time last night. We had Me & jiggs play at our going away party' and what a night to remember. We had a barbeque in the yard' .. the band came out to play an acoustic set of traditional tunes' ..all the young children gathered in a circle and danced to their hearts content. After about a half hour the band went inside where they had already set up for the performance .it was lively and there was something to suit everyone. The band had their own lights which brought the venue to life. It was unforgetable' we both really enjoyed it as did all of our friends." Based in Tralee, Munster Jeremy & Helena lyons - Going away party. Photo of Asgards Traditional Irish Music Asgards Traditional Irish Music "Thank you so much for playing at our wedding and adding such a wonderful touch to the day. Walking down the aisle to Tabhair dom do lámh was a moment we'll never forget, and the tunes you played throughout the cocktail reception kept the atmosphere so lively and joyous. Your music made Emma's whole Irish side of the family very happy and gave many of our American guests their first intro to traditional Irish music - not to mention that you all sounded great too! We can't thank you enough for adding such a special touch to our Wedding Day! With so much gratitude," Based in Kildare, Leinster 1st August 2026 Emma & Hunter - Private wedding Kilkea Castle Photo of The Irish Wedding Trad Trio The Irish Wedding Trad Trio "Brilliant Trio! Hired them for a corporate event and was delighted with their performance - everyone had a good time. Appreciated their responsiveness and friendliness prior to the event. Would 100% recommend." Based in Athy, Leinster 11th March 2026 Maureen - Corporate Event - Guinness Storehouse Photo of The Celtic All Stars The Celtic All Stars "10/10, The highlight of our wedding celebration. Amazing performance from start to finish. Such a talented band. Highly recommend to anyone looking to add an element of Irish culture to their wedding celebration." Based in Athy, Leinster EMER & PAUL 2022 - Wedding Music Photo of Ayden Graham – Folk/Rock/Jazz Covers Ayden Graham – Folk/Rock/Jazz Covers "An absolute breath of new life in the music scene. Fantastic musician with a wide range of styles with amazing vocals. Very entertaining. Watch out for this guy,he is well worth a listen. Go see him perform." Based in Dublin, Leinster 7th November 2025 mike O'Loughlin

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is €600, with rates from €100 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.

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.

The folk bands in Connemara, Connacht, Ireland 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.

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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