Folk Bands for Hire in Cardiff

Discover 203 folk bands available for hire in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom, featuring 439 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 £120.

Of the 203 suppliers listed here, 4 are based within 30 miles of Cardiff. The other 199 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 439 reviews of Folk Bands
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Irish singing and traditional Irish music

Coventry

England · 96 miles away

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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

Oswestry

England · 96 miles away

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Book from £595 (GBP)

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Award-winning Power Trio playing indie, folk, rock and pop through the decades!

Aylesbury

England · 104 miles away

(7)

Book from £3300 (GBP)

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The Fire-Breathing Festival Band that rocks hard, with a twist of folk!

Aylesbury

England · 104 miles away

(5)

Book from £715 (GBP)

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5 piece Folk/Rock band.

England

United Kingdom

(4)

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Four Piece Modern Country Rock Band available for all private events!

Crewe

England · 116 miles away

(9)

Book from £1400 (GBP)

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

Denbigh

Wales · 118 miles away

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Book from £950 (GBP)

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Jazz specialists who also play classical.

Kingston

England · 124 miles away

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Book from £150 (GBP)

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Uilleann piper, Irish singer and musician - solo or with a band

West End of London

England · 130 miles away

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Folk and Americana band from London, UK

London

England · 131 miles away

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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Traditional Neapolitan and Italian American duo

London

England · 131 miles away

(6)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Klezmer band available for weddings and parties

London

England · 131 miles away

(3)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Celtic and World Music Folk Trio

London

England · 131 miles away

(25)

Book from £700 (GBP)

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Versatile Duo for all occasions.

London

England · 131 miles away

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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vibrant Gypsy Music and Dance from the White to the Black Sea via the Red Square

London

England · 131 miles away

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

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Rates for folk musicians in Cardiff currently range from about £120 for acoustic duos to £1,250+ for established ensembles with extensive instrumentation and performance experience. Prices reflect group size, performance duration and experience, and the average cost of £420 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 190 enquiries for Folk Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 2 November 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
21% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 18%
Typical first reply
Within six hours
66% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
23% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
50% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 95% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Folk Bands based near Cardiff

5/5 from 29 reviews
Photo of Cat's Claw Ceilidh Band Cat's Claw Ceilidh Band "Wow, what a wonderful evening! Last Friday night was so much fun and it was such a real pleasure to collaborate with you all at Cat's Claw. It was a magical night and it was lovely to see the two worlds of music come together so successfully. Our musicians from the BBC National Orchestra of Wales very much enjoyed working with you all and it was great to hear that you too all had a great time. I also think that from the audience's reaction that everyone who was present also very much enjoyed the evening. In particular, my Mum absolutely LOVED the evening and was blown away by hearing all of the music that she loves so much played so brilliantly! Sincere thanks for your invaluable contribution to such a special evening celebrating St David's Day." Based in Cardiff, Wales Suzanne; BBC orchestra organiser - St David's Day Concert, BBC National Orchestra of Wales; March 2019 Photo of The Deltas The Deltas "The best birthday surprise possible! I knew my husband was going to organise something special as he always likes to go all our but this was the icing on the cake! The band even performed a special coldplay song at his request for me! I feel like a very lucky lady!" Based in Weston-super-Mare, England (13 miles from Cardiff) Maura Hemming - Birthday Party Photo of Mariachi Wey Mariachi Wey "AMAZING! so much energy and joy when you arrived on Thursday 10th at AICS Group! thank you for such an amazing time, had us all dancing on our feet..thank you!" Based in Bristol, England (25 miles from Cardiff) Chris Asumadu - Corporate event Photo of Platform 1 Platform 1 "Platform 1 produce music that is uniquely beautiful. Like a bright red tie in a room full of beige, their songs have a brilliant uniqueness. With chord structures from Josh containing a subtle chromaticism blended with Martha's faultless vocal they are one of a kind." Based in Bristol, England (25 miles from Cardiff) Dan James BGfm Radio Photo of FiddleBop FiddleBop "FiddleBop... transform gypsy jazz stylings into a welcome hamper of swing..." Based in Brecon, Wales (33 miles from Cardiff) 24th March 2026 Julia Deli - Buzz Magazine Photo of Irish Band The O'Marleys Irish Band The O'Marleys "We wanted to say thank you to all the members of the The O'Marleys for playing at our Wedding 24/7/2021 Very professional" Based in Exeter, England (54 miles from Cardiff) Letty Simons - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is £420, with rates from £120 to £1,250+. 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.

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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