Folk Bands for Hire in Drogheda

Discover 201 folk bands available for hire in Drogheda, Leinster, Ireland, featuring 392 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 €140.

Of the 201 suppliers listed here, 7 are based within 30 miles of Drogheda. The other 194 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Dublin and Ratoath.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 392 reviews of Folk Bands
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Based near Drogheda

2 piece band playing and singing Irish Ballads, Tunes and Songs

Ratoath

Leinster · 15 miles away

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3/4 piece acoustic band playing traditional Cuban music, from Ireland

Dublin

Leinster · 27 miles away

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

Dublin

Leinster · 27 miles away

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Life traditional Flamenco music and dance

Dublin

Leinster · 27 miles away

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We are a 2 piece act or solo if needed.

Dublin

Leinster · 27 miles away

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Acoustic duo who play everything from classic rock to the latest pop hits.

Dublin

Leinster · 27 miles away

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We are a band from Dublin playing Irish and contemporary music

Dublin

Leinster · 27 miles away

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Willing to travel to Drogheda

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

Kildare

Leinster · 45 miles away

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Book from €900 (EUR)

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2 piece acoustic father and son band with a wide variety of music.

Armagh

Northern Ireland, United Kingdom · 45 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Award Winning Irish Wedding Trad/Folk/Pop Trio

Athy

Leinster · 57 miles away

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Award Winning Irish Traditional & Folk Music Wedding Group

Athy

Leinster · 57 miles away

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4 piece folk and traditional band playing Irish instrumental music and songs.

Roscommon

Connaught · 75 miles away

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2 to 6 piece Folk Rock Band

Ballymena

Northern Ireland, United Kingdom · 79 miles away

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5pc Trad Wedding Band mixing lively Irish Trad with Pop & Rock classics

Galway City

Connaught

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4 piece band playing Folk Rock Modern and all the classics

Limerick

Munster · 119 miles away

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

Denbigh

Wales, United Kingdom · 126 miles away

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Book from £950 (GBP)

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Bagpiper and Traditional Musician available

Westport

Connaught · 130 miles away

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Book from €175 (EUR)

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

Oswestry

England, United Kingdom · 148 miles away

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

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Rates for folk musicians in Drogheda currently range from about €140 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 115 enquiries for Folk Bands at events in and around Drogheda, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 14 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
76% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
38% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
52% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 77% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Folk Bands based near Drogheda

5/5 from 29 reviews
Photo of Trad Union Trad Union "Gary and Paul were very reliable and professional. They played at my Wedding Reception and the guests had nothing but great things to say about them. Brilliant Entertainment from start to finish. I would highly recommend them." Based in Ratoath, Leinster (15 miles from Drogheda) 1st January 2026 Una Munnelly - Wedding Photo of Barrio Cubano Barrio Cubano "The guys put on an excellent set and we recieved lots of compliements from our guests. They were very professional and organised. Arrived pleanty of time in advance and communicated clearly with us from before we booked to the day of our event!" Based in Dublin, Leinster (27 miles from Drogheda) 29th August 2026 Eoin - Summer Barbacue Photo of Shindig Wedding Band Shindig Wedding Band "Simply the best. As I said many times, we were not looking for a wedding band in Ireland, we wanted an Irish Band that does weddings. Well we found them. In March of 2024 my wife and I were in Ireland to preview my daughter's wedding venue in Co. Monaghan at Castle Leslie. We did not have a band yet and happened into Temple Bar and fortunately for us Sparky was playing with an awesome fiddle player and we were hooked. Quick conversation and some planning with Gav and they were booked. They were incredibly accommodating and helped coordinate all of the music for the day including ceremony, Cocktail 2 Hours(!), Shindig for the evening and even a DJ inserted in the middle. They also worked with me and my band to do some of the first dances etc. for my daughter and our families. As a musician myself, I know good when I see it and these guys were awesome! I can't wait to play with them again!" Based in Dublin, Leinster (27 miles from Drogheda) 7th February 2026 Tim Pitney - Wedding 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 (27 miles from Drogheda) mike O'Loughlin Photo of Asgards Traditional Irish Music Asgards Traditional Irish Music "We couldn’t have been happier with Asgards at my parents’ 50th wedding anniversary. They were absolutely fantastic and helped make a very special occasion even more memorable. The music was brilliant, the atmosphere was wonderful, and they kept everyone entertained throughout the night. They were also incredibly accommodating and made sure everything ran smoothly. Alison was a pleasure to deal with from the very beginning: friendly, helpful and so easy to work with. We’re very grateful to the whole band for helping make the celebration such a success. I would highly recommend Asgards to anyone looking for a brilliant band for their event." Based in Kildare, Leinster (45 miles from Drogheda) 12th November 2026 John Ryan - 50th Wedding Anniversary Photo of Kitchen Kitchen "Kitchen are a first class professional music choice for any occasion. Highly recommended." Based in Armagh, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (45 miles from Drogheda) Atmosphere - Entertainment agency

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is €600, with rates from €140 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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