Irish / Scottish Entertainment for Hire in County Down

Find authentic Celtic entertainment in County Down, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with 121 Irish and Scottish acts available for hire. Celtic musicians and traditional bands offer performances from around £100, averaging £300, and are rated 5 out of 5 across 336 client reviews.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 336 reviews of Irish / Scottish Entertainment
Beautiful acoustic melodies, Energetic loop station anthems and Pumping DJsets

Belfast

Northern Ireland

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Sax player multi-instrumentalist Weddings events

Dundalk

Leinster, Ireland

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2 piece acoustic father and son band with a wide variety of music.

Armagh

Northern Ireland

(1)

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2 to 6 piece Folk Rock Band

Ballymena

Northern Ireland

(2)

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Solo Entertainer/One Man Band - Keyboard / Guitarist / Vocalist. All occasions

Drogheda

Leinster, Ireland

(4)

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2 piece band playing and singing Irish Ballads, Tunes and Songs

Ratoath

Leinster, Ireland

(13)

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Singer-songwriter from Dublin, Ireland - perfect for weddings and events.

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

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4 piece Irish Folk at Ballad Group

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

(7)

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

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

(11)

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We are a 2 piece act or solo if needed.

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

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

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

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

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

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Well Experienced Irish Guitar/Vocalist

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

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We are a band from Dublin playing Irish and contemporary music

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

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

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

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Raise The Roof are a high energy high end party band from Ireland

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

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Singer/Guitarist

Londonderry

Northern Ireland

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Competent Bagpiper. Traditional Irish Musician (Whistles).

Naas

Leinster, Ireland

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

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Rates for Irish and Scottish entertainment in County Down currently range from about £100 to £750+ depending on the size and experience of the act. The average cost of £300 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 203 enquiries for Irish / Scottish Entertainment at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 22 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
28% of enquiries, with private events next at 19%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
61% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
31% 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 County Down

5/5 from 336 reviews
Photo of David Marken - Guitar/Vocalist & DJ David Marken - Guitar/Vocalist & DJ "A massive thanks for contributing to what was a fantastic day for us both. It made it all the more special having you there, it brought back memories of our engagement and your performance was exactly what we were looking for! Our family and friends were also very impressed!" Based in Belfast, Northern Ireland Aaron & Stacey Best Photo of Kitchen Kitchen "Kitchen are a first class professional music choice for any occasion. Highly recommended." Based in Armagh, Northern Ireland Atmosphere - Entertainment agency Photo of Pure Blarney Pure Blarney "Just a note from myself though, we knew the band was great and would go down amazingly with our guests - but we were not prepared for how well they were received!! So many compliments about you guys! Review for you to use: We had pure blarney play at our wedding and what an experience!! They were absolutely outstanding. The dance floor was full the entire time - you literally couldn’t stop for a break because every song they played was phenomenal. They were so interactive with the guests and created the most amazing atmosphere. They genuinely have such a talent for what then do - their instruments, their singing and their ability to sustain such high energy. Absolutely faultless!" Based in Ballymena, Northern Ireland Barry Taggart - Wedding Photo of Pat Shannon Pat Shannon "Made our cruise more enjoyable with good music and craic." Based in Drogheda, Leinster, Ireland Jimmy Norris Warrington Photo of Trad Union Trad Union "Gary and Paul were very reliable and professional. They played at my Wedding Reception and the guests had nothing but great things to say about them. Brilliant Entertainment from start to finish. I would highly recommend them." Based in Ratoath, Leinster, Ireland 1st January 2026 Una Munnelly - 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, Ireland 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 £300, with rates from £100 to £750+. 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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