Folk Bands for Hire in Buffalo

Discover 174 folk bands available for hire in Buffalo, New York, United States, featuring 274 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 $160.

Of the 174 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Buffalo. The other 172 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 274 reviews of Folk Bands
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No somos solo una Banda. Somos una Experiencia.

Hueypoxtla

Mexico, Mexico · 1,973 miles away

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Our group was founded in Redwood City, CA, in 1977 and we are still going strong

Mexico City

Mexico · 2,003 miles away

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Solo act/guitar/piano/vocals, classic rock songs and originals

Portland

Oregon · 2,150 miles away

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Electric, acoustic violinist, DJ, duo, trio with pianist, vocalist, band

San Diego

California · 2,184 miles away

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Mariachi band servicing all of Southern California

Los Angeles

California · 2,193 miles away

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5 piece band, performing traditional and contemporary Greek music and more!

Long Beach

California · 2,200 miles away

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Solo Singer/Songwriter

Napa

California · 2,274 miles away

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Traditional Greek Music

San Francisco

California · 2,294 miles away

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Bagpiper and Traditional Musician available

Westport

Connaught, Ireland · 3,139 miles away

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

Cork

Munster, Ireland · 3,219 miles away

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

Kildare

Leinster, Ireland · 3,255 miles away

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Award Winning Irish Wedding Trad/Folk/Pop Trio

Athy

Leinster, Ireland · 3,256 miles away

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Award Winning Irish Traditional & Folk Music Wedding Group

Athy

Leinster, Ireland · 3,256 miles away

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

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland · 3,277 miles away

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Life traditional Flamenco music and dance

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland · 3,277 miles away

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

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from$160USD
$$Average price
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from$1,700USD

Rates for folk musicians in Buffalo currently range from about $160 for acoustic duos to $1,700+ for established ensembles with extensive instrumentation and performance experience. Prices reflect group size, performance duration and experience, and the average cost of $650 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 217 enquiries for Folk Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 30 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
62% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About six weeks
40% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to October
53% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 94% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Folk Bands available in Buffalo

5/5 from 274 reviews
Photo of Ryan Thomas Smelle Ryan Thomas Smelle "Ryan and the guys were amazing! Easy to work with leading up to the event (answered my many questions), professional and very talented too. Our attendees raved about them!" Based in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada (27 miles from Buffalo) 5th February 2026 Nina - Corporate Cocktail Reception Photo of Chad Wenzel Chad Wenzel "Chad Wenzel is a talented musician and an engaging performer. His conscientious delivery to every song brings the audience in. I’ve seen some people deeply moved at live shows!" Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada (62 miles from Buffalo) 7th January 2026 Dale Jones Photo of #VozMusic Band #VozMusic Band "Very good sound and energy from this band. We have had them entertain our patrons for several of our events held at Cafe Mariposa and we have always been very pleased with VozMusic" Based in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada (64 miles from Buffalo) 29th March 2026 Marcia Guerrero - CAFE MARIPOSA LOPINOT - TRINIDAD & TOBAGO Photo of Good To Go Good To Go "Perfect for our event. Flexible and engaging We had a wonderful time with Mike and Suzanne celebrating our parents 50th wedding anniversary. They were very responsive, flexible, reasonably priced, and even took some requests for specific songs. They also did a great job interacting with the crowd and even inviting some more of the brave guests to join and sing along for a few songs. Thank you to you both for a wonderful experience. • Rating:   *****   • Reviewer: Kelly Medio • Event Date: July 26th, 2023 • Services Provided: Cover Band" Based in Belleville, Ontario, Canada (116 miles from Buffalo) Kelly Medio - Private Party Photo of Kevin & the Kitchen Sink Kevin & the Kitchen Sink "Kevin & the Kitchen Sink was a pleasure to work with from the moment we contacted them. They created a perfect playlist, including a specially requested song (my parent’s first dance song from 40 years ago!) and the band was incredible! The crowd was on the dance floor the whole night. We couldn’t have been happier with this band and would highly recommend them. Thank you Kevin & the Kitchen Sink for such a great party!" Based in Kingston, Ontario, Canada (152 miles from Buffalo) Megan - Anniversary Party Photo of Dunlap and Mabe Dunlap and Mabe "I watched their promo video and thought this band would be a great fit for our community gathering. My main job is in concert audio, and I work with bands every week. I've done high main stream bands and garage bands, Robert Mabe put on a performance that was breath taking amazing. His band's sound was like nothing anyone has heard, our audience was silent with anticipation of the band's next musical note. Before the show was over city officials asked me for their contact info to bring them in for next year's fair concert. This band is worth 10 times what they charge. They are the real deal and will blow away your audience. And yes we're bringing them back." Based in Winchester, Virginia (258 miles from Buffalo) Joshua B. - Concert

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is $650, with rates from $160 to $1,700+. 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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