Folk Singers for Hire in Ireland

Browse 199 folk singers available for hire in Ireland, featuring 564 reviews from real clients, averaging 5 out of 5 stars. These acoustic performers and folk artists offer professional entertainment starting from €100 and averaging €300 per performance.

From traditional folk music to contemporary acoustic arrangements, these talented folk musicians bring authentic storytelling and melodic performances to weddings, parties, and special events. Each performer offers unique repertoires and performance styles to match your celebration's atmosphere and guest preferences.

Of the 199 suppliers listed here, 21 are based in Ireland. The other 178 are willing to travel there.

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Award Winning Irish Traditional & Folk Music Wedding Group

Ireland

Athy, Leinster

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1-2 piece

Ireland

Kilkenny, Leinster

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High-energy acoustic one-man band using live stomp beats and harmony tech

Ireland

Carlow, Leinster

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Glór Gaeilge is a Sean-Nós old style singer in Irish language

Ireland

Cork City, Munster

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

Ireland

Cork, Munster

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Country, folk, ballads, showband, with backing tracks, keyboards and guitar live

Ireland

Fermoy, Munster

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Willing to travel to Ireland

Based outside Ireland

Acoustic singer, guitarist & live looping artist

Spain

Ibiza, Balearic Islands

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Solo or Duo - ideal for any type of events

Portugal

Faro

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Irish trad band based in Algarve. Solo to 4-piece. EU travel

Portugal

Lagos, Faro

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Singer-folk guitarist in romantic styles for weddings and other private events

France

Le Plessis-Robinson, Île-de-France Region

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Beautiful acoustic melodies, Energetic loop station anthems and Pumping DJsets

United Kingdom

Belfast, Northern Ireland

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Acoustic duo for weddings and events

France

Paris, Île-de-France Region

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Italian duo/trio/quartet: Singer, accordeon, guitar, percussions

Italy

Grosseto, Tuscany

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Three or more band members for any occassions.

Greece

Athens, Attica

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One-man band - guitar and foot drums in a traditional country

Italy

Modena, Emilia-Romagna

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A guide to booking

Hire Folk Singers in Ireland

Folk singers in Ireland offer authentic acoustic entertainment that brings warmth and intimacy to any celebration. These skilled acoustic performers specialize in traditional folk music, contemporary folk arrangements, and personalized song selections that create memorable experiences for guests of all ages.

Folk Artists and Event Services

Professional folk musicians bring years of performance experience and diverse repertoires to weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Many folk artists offer additional services including acoustic guitar accompaniment, harmonica integration, and custom song arrangements tailored to your specific event needs. Their ability to engage audiences through storytelling and interactive performances makes them particularly valuable for intimate gatherings and outdoor celebrations.

Pricing for Folk Singer Services

Rates for folk singers in Ireland currently range from about €100 to €1,000+ for professional performances, with an average cost of €300 per booking. Pricing varies with performance duration, venue requirements, travel and extras such as sound equipment or special repertoire requests. Many folk artists offer package deals that can include multiple sets and acoustic arrangements of requested songs.

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The average price is €300 (EUR), with most priced from €100 to €1,000+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 364 enquiries for Folk Singers at events in Ireland, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 20 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
69% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About eight weeks
35% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to September
59% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 35 miles
For the 86% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Folk Singers available in Ireland

5/5 from 564 reviews
Photo of Copper Brereton Copper Brereton "Copper was great - played for our day 2 wedding BBQ. Great mix of it Irish and contemporary, the music was brilliant and people enjoyed it. Also a very nice guy to deal with, both in advance and on the day. He brought a fiddle player alongside which was class." Based in Dublin, Leinster 9th September 2026 Louise and Ruaridh - Day 2 BBQ 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 Johnny Guitar 86 Johnny Guitar 86 "Johnny was our entertainment for our wedding and we can't recommend him enough, he was fantastic, everybody was up dancing throughout his set. He played a wide variety of songs to suit all, we had an absolute ball. He's sound out, very easy to chat to. Wouldn't hesitate to book again, delighted he was part of our day ☺️" Based in Mallow, Munster 31st July 2026 Selina & Billy - Wedding Photo of Kendal Moody Kendal Moody "Kendal was absolutely wonderful at our wedding! She is a very talented musician with an absolutely beautiful voice. She was a pleasure to work with and did everything she could to make the day perfect. I couldn't recommend her more." Based in Cork, Munster 30th June 2026 Sara Widder - Wedding Photo of The BeerMats Irish Folk & Ballads The BeerMats Irish Folk & Ballads "Hiring the BeerMats was probably the best decision we made in planning our wedding. Our guests were thoroughly entertained, the music was perfect, and the lads were an absolute pleasure to work with. I would give them an 11/10 rating if I could." Based in Dublin, Leinster 1st June 2026 Andrew O'Keefe - Private Wedding Photo of Brian Reynolds Musician Brian Reynolds Musician "Brian played at our son’s christening and was fantastic. He engaged with the room and performed to the crowds taste with fantastic vocals creating the exact atmosphere we were looking for. Very reasonably priced extremely professional and would definitely hire again 10/10" Based in Dublin, Leinster 22nd April 2026 Karn - Christening

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring folk singers is €300, with prices from €100 to €1,000+. Pricing depends on the singer's experience, performance duration and whether they perform with a guitar, other instruments or backing tracks. Folk singers suit a range of settings from intimate acoustic performances to larger outdoor events.

The folk singers for hire in Ireland perform traditional folk, contemporary folk, Celtic, acoustic singer-songwriter material and folk-influenced popular music. Many folk singers accompany themselves on guitar, banjo or other acoustic instruments.

Hiring folk singers is ideal for weddings, pub and bar events, festivals, private parties, corporate dinners and intimate gatherings. The acoustic, storytelling style of folk music creates a warm, personal atmosphere that suits a wide range of settings.

Many folk singers offer flexible performance options, from solo acoustic sets to performances with additional musicians such as a guitarist, fiddle player or small ensemble. It is worth discussing line-up options with the singer when requesting a quote.

For small, intimate venues, many folk singers can perform without amplification. For larger spaces or outdoor events, a small PA system is usually needed. Most folk singers bring their own amplification equipment. It is worth confirming the setup with the singer based on the venue.

Many are writers as well as performers and will mix their own songs with traditional material and familiar covers. The balance is usually the booker's choice and most are happy to lean either way. For an event where guests should recognise what they hear, say so, because a set of entirely new songs makes for a different evening.

Singalong choruses are part of the tradition and many performers use them deliberately, choosing songs a room can pick up inside a verse. How far it goes depends on the crowd and the point in the evening, and a good performer reads that rather than forcing it. Events wanting a quieter listening set should say so, as the same singer can do either.

A live folk musician working a pub or bar usually plays two or three shorter sets across an evening rather than one continuous performance, with an audience that comes and goes. The setup is lighter, since there is rarely a stage and the corner of a room is the normal spot. Rates for this work differ from function bookings, so it is worth saying which kind of event it is when enquiring.

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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.

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