Irish / Scottish Entertainment for Hire in Waterford

Find authentic Celtic entertainment available in Waterford, 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 295 client reviews.

All 117 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Waterford. The nearest is based in Gorey, 45 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 295 reviews of Irish / Scottish Entertainment
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Original songs and Irish poetry set to music for concerts and ceremonies

Gorey

Leinster · 45 miles away

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

Fermoy

Munster · 50 miles away

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Award Winning Irish Wedding Trad/Folk/Pop Trio

Athy

Leinster · 51 miles away

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Award Winning Irish Traditional & Folk Music Wedding Group

Athy

Leinster · 51 miles away

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

Kildare

Leinster · 63 miles away

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

Cork City

Munster

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

Cork

Munster · 63 miles away

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

Mallow

Munster · 65 miles away

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Competent Bagpiper. Traditional Irish Musician (Whistles).

Naas

Leinster · 69 miles away

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Ireland's #1 wedding band based in the midlands

Edenderry

Leinster · 75 miles away

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4 piece Irish Folk at Ballad Group

Dublin

Leinster · 83 miles away

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

Dublin

Leinster · 83 miles away

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We are a 2 piece act or solo if needed.

Dublin

Leinster · 83 miles away

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

Dublin

Leinster · 83 miles away

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Solo singer & guitar player performing well-known Irish songs and Pop

Dublin

Leinster · 83 miles away

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Well Experienced Irish Guitar/Vocalist

Dublin

Leinster · 83 miles away

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We are a band from Dublin playing Irish and contemporary music

Dublin

Leinster · 83 miles away

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Solo, duo, trio or full band show available. Over 25 years experience

Dublin

Leinster · 83 miles away

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

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Rates for Irish and Scottish entertainment in Waterford 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 583 enquiries for Irish / Scottish Entertainment at events in Ireland, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 2 November 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
37% of enquiries, with private events next at 25%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
64% 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 September
58% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 88% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Irish / Scottish Entertainment available in Waterford

5/5 from 295 reviews
Photo of Poems Ago Poems Ago "We were thrilled to have Poems Ago play for our ceremony. It is a very special memory that we'll cherish forever." Based in Gorey, Leinster (45 miles from Waterford) 19th August 2026 Aisling O'Keeffe - Private Wedding 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 (51 miles from Waterford) 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 (51 miles from Waterford) EMER & PAUL 2022 - Wedding Music Photo of Asgards Traditional Irish Music Asgards Traditional Irish Music "They were absolutely a perfect fit for our event. I would highly recommend them!!!!" Based in Kildare, Leinster (63 miles from Waterford) 29th October 2026 Tanis Fitzgerald - Private party - 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 (65 miles from Waterford) 31st July 2026 Selina & Billy - 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 (83 miles from Waterford) 1st June 2026 Andrew O'Keefe - Private Wedding

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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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