Irish / Scottish Entertainment for Hire in Washington D.C.

Find authentic Celtic entertainment in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States with 96 Irish and Scottish acts available for hire. Celtic musicians and traditional bands offer performances from around $140, averaging $370, and are rated 5 out of 5 across 208 client reviews.

Of the 96 suppliers listed here, 4 are based within 30 miles of Washington D.C. The other 92 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Alexandria and Columbia.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 208 reviews of Irish / Scottish Entertainment
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Five piece Scottish Celtic band - for Ceilidhs, weddings, pubs, and festivals

Alexandria

Virginia · 6 miles away

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Book from $500 (USD)

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Scottish early music duo - ideal for historic sites and events

Alexandria

Virginia · 6 miles away

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Highland piper and Scottish Fiddler - weddings, funerals, events

Alexandria

Virginia · 6 miles away

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Bagpiper for ceremonies, church services, dinner parties and educational program

Columbia

Maryland · 26 miles away

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Willing to travel to Washington D.C.

Based more than 30 miles from Washington D.C., nearest first

World-touring Celtic/Rock/World Music

Baltimore

Maryland · 36 miles away

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Celtic musician creating engaging performances on fiddle, guitar and vocals

Baltimore

Maryland · 36 miles away

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duo -trio -full band

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania · 124 miles away

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Bagpipes for all occasions. Multiple Pipers and Drummers available.

North Bellport

New York · 253 miles away

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Book from $335 (USD)

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Set your event apart - prepare to dance and sing along to the best party music

Kingston

Ontario, Canada · 370 miles away

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Traditional and Popular Celtic Music and more

Freetown

Massachusetts · 373 miles away

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Trop Rock/Americana/Classic Rock and original music

Asheville

North Carolina · 379 miles away

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Celtic and Americana entertainer

Portland

Maine · 482 miles away

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Harpist providing classical and contemporary music for weddings

Springfield

Illinois · 676 miles away

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Virtuoso accordionists for all of your celebrations, events and festivals!

Boca Raton

Florida · 884 miles away

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Class up your event with an authentic Scottish Bagpiper Performance!

Rogers

Arkansas · 950 miles away

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High-energy wedding & party band playing all your favourite hits!

Winnipeg

Manitoba, Canada · 1,243 miles away

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Professional Bagpiper with 25+ years experience.

Palm Springs

California · 2,208 miles away

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Live Music for Any Occasion

Claremont

California · 2,265 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Irish / Scottish Entertainment in Washington D.C.?

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Rates for Irish and Scottish entertainment in Washington D.C. currently range from about $140 to $1,100+ depending on the size and experience of the act. The average cost of $370 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 209 enquiries for Irish / Scottish Entertainment at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 26 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
27% of enquiries, with funerals and memorials next at 25%
Typical first reply
Within six hours
63% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three weeks
54% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
March to July
51% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
Typical distance from a booked supplier's base to the event

Reviews of Irish / Scottish Entertainment available in Washington D.C.

5/5 from 208 reviews
Photo of The Devil's Tailors The Devil's Tailors "The Devil's Tailors were fantastic. They were easy to work with and helped make our wedding event one to remember. They traveled all the way to Arizona from the east coast. I was grateful for their effort and desire to do it at a reasonable price. Everyone loved the bagpipes and the dancing with the fiddle and the piano. They called out the dances while everyone participated and everyone learned how to do them easily. Everyone was anticipating the next number when they could do it again. I definitely recommend using The Devil's Tailors for your next event. If you are thinking about having Scottish dancing at your event, but don't know if it would be fun, I will tell you to book them right now. It is an amazing time. And if you have had Scottish dancing before, The Devil's Tailors will do a wonderful job." Based in Alexandria, Virginia (6 miles from Washington D.C.) Jamie Williams - Wedding Photo of Bagpiper: Robert Mitchell Bagpiper: Robert Mitchell "Robert Mitchell was very sensitive to our wish for a softer sound in the church and used the border pipes. He was extremely professional, worked well with the organist and pianist, and provided a lovely Irish touch to my daughter's wedding. Afterwards, he played the bagpipes outside while everyone gathered to greet the new couple with bubbles as they hopped into their limo. In addition, he provided a transition to the reception by playing the bagpipes outside the entrance. We are thankful to Robert and heard many positive comments about him from our guests." Based in Columbia, Maryland (26 miles from Washington D.C.) John G. Photo of Hampton Pipes & Drums Hampton Pipes & Drums "During the planning of my fathers funeral I realized that I didn't call to book someone to play , in a panic that it was too late I found the Hampton Pipes website. Very shortly after I received a called from Victor. Immediately when is spoke to him I knew he was professional and caring that he was the right person for this special job. He did a great job played all the songs that we discussed and really made the day special. I know my Dad was smiling from heaven. Thank you Victor!" Based in North Bellport, New York (253 miles from Washington D.C.) 30th December 2025 Gina V. - Funeral Photo of Dueling Accordions Dueling Accordions "Great Duo for Oktoberfest! Professional and talented duo, perfect to accent your Oktoberfest. From the Vero Beach, FL Oktoberfest 2023! Rating: Reviewer: Mike Strickland Event Date: October 22nd, 2023 Services Provided: Accordion Player, German Entertainment, Polka Band, World Music" Based in Boca Raton, Florida (884 miles from Washington D.C.) Mike Strickland - Octoberfest at Vero Beach Photo of Premier Bagpiper for Hire Premier Bagpiper for Hire "From the first message of booking for the event to the day itself, Michael was a pleasure to deal with. Could not recommend enough." Based in Westport, Connaught, Ireland (3,245 miles from Washington D.C.) 10th May 2026 Rachel scanlon - 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, Ireland (3,268 miles from Washington D.C.) 11th August 2026 Jodie Broad - Christening

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for Irish / Scottish entertainment on Gig Heaven is $370, with rates from $140 to $1,100+. 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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