Irish / Scottish Entertainment for Hire in Cork

Find authentic Celtic entertainment in Cork, Munster, Ireland with 117 Irish and Scottish acts available for hire. Celtic musicians and traditional bands offer performances from around €130, averaging €330, and are rated 5 out of 5 across 291 client reviews.

Of the 117 suppliers listed here, 5 are based within 30 miles of Cork. The other 112 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Cork City, Fermoy and Mallow.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 291 reviews of Irish / Scottish Entertainment

Based near Cork

Solo acoustic covers musician

Cork

Munster

(1)

Book from €200 (EUR)

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

Cork

Munster

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

Cork City

Munster

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1 man band, DJ, Karaoke Host & 3 Piece Band Option

Mallow

Munster · 18 miles away

(7) Replies in ~4 hrs

Book from €250 (EUR)

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

Fermoy

Munster · 18 miles away

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Willing to travel to Cork

Based more than 30 miles from Cork, nearest first

Guitar/Vocalist/Entertainer

Killarney

Munster · 46 miles away

(4)

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Ben Quinlan is an Irish Singer/Songwriter/Musician/Performer

County Kerry

Munster

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

Tralee

Munster · 58 miles away

(1)

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A high-energy wedding band delivering unforgettable live entertainment

Galway

Connaught · 98 miles away

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Solo. Traditional singer / songwriter / storyteller

Galway

Connaught · 98 miles away

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Original Piper with Dropkick Murphys playing Pipes for your events

Galway

Connaught · 98 miles away

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Award Winning Irish Wedding Trad/Folk/Pop Trio

Athy

Leinster · 98 miles away

(3)

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Award Winning Irish Traditional & Folk Music Wedding Group

Athy

Leinster · 98 miles away

(1)

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The Celtic Rock Experience

Galway City

Connaught

(2)

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

Kildare

Leinster · 109 miles away

(4)

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Ireland's #1 wedding band based in the midlands

Edenderry

Leinster · 116 miles away

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Competent Bagpiper. Traditional Irish Musician (Whistles).

Naas

Leinster · 118 miles away

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4 piece Irish Folk at Ballad Group

Dublin

Leinster · 136 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Irish / Scottish Entertainment in Cork?

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Rates for Irish and Scottish entertainment in Cork currently range from about €130 to €900+ depending on the size and experience of the act. The average cost of €330 reflects the specialized nature of Celtic music and the skill required to master traditional instruments. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 77 enquiries for Irish / Scottish Entertainment at events in and around Cork, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 21 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
39% of enquiries, with private events next at 35%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
57% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
32% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to August
57% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 20 miles
For the 89% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Irish / Scottish Entertainment available in Cork

5/5 from 291 reviews
Photo of Carl Flood Carl Flood "Carl is an amazing musician! Super talented with an incredible range. He’s not only professional and easy to work with but also brings great energy and passion to his performance. I would highly recommend him for any event" Based in Cork, Munster Mark O'Flynn 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 (18 miles from Cork) 31st July 2026 Selina & Billy - Wedding Photo of J.Sull J.Sull "I can’t recommend Jay enough. He was absolutely brilliant and had the whole crowd up singing and dancing, he really made our night. His voice was superb and he had a wide variety of songs. He interacted with the crowd and really made every person feel like part of the performance. Thank you Jay!" Based in Killarney, Munster (46 miles from Cork) 11th August 2026 Jodie Broad - Christening 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 (58 miles from Cork) Jeremy & Helena lyons - Going away party. 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 (98 miles from Cork) 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 (98 miles from Cork) EMER & PAUL 2022 - Wedding Music

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for Irish / Scottish entertainment on Gig Heaven is €330, with rates from €130 to €900+. Pricing depends on the number of musicians, set length and the style of music. Irish and Scottish entertainment includes options such as ceilidh bands, traditional folk groups, pipers and Celtic solo artists, with ensemble size being the biggest factor in cost.

The Celtic acts on Gig Heaven include ceilidh bands, bagpipers, Irish folk bands, Scottish country dance bands, Celtic harpists, fiddle players and traditional music ensembles. Many acts offer both music and dance calling for group dances.

Typical bookings for Irish / Scottish entertainment include weddings, Burns Night suppers, St Patrick's Day events, ceilidhs, barn dances, corporate team-building events and cultural celebrations. Celtic music creates a warm, communal atmosphere and often involves audience participation through dancing.

Many Celtic acts include a caller who guides guests through traditional Irish or Scottish dances. No prior experience is needed, as the caller explains each dance before the music starts. This is one of the most popular interactive entertainment options for weddings and corporate events.

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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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