Browse 1,779 wedding bands available for hire in County Down, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, with 4,154 reviews from real clients rating acts 5 out of 5 on average. Find live wedding music groups from £180, with an average of £750, covering everything from small acoustic lineups to full party bands.
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For wedding bands in County Down, fees run from £180 to £2,550+, with an average cost of £750. Band size is the biggest factor in pricing, followed by performance duration and time of year. Peak season dates from late spring through early autumn tend to carry higher rates, while midweek or off-season bookings can stretch your budget further. Ask about package deals if you want ceremony music or a late-night DJ set alongside the main performance. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 1,000 enquiries for Wedding Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 27 October 2026.
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!
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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!"
8-Bit Funk
"Big thank you to 8-Bit for putting on a great show. The band were super accommodating, really well organized, very communicative. They did a great job of playing background jazz at a birthday and of course all the nostalgic gaming hits. Both young(5-15) and old(40 yr olds) loved it"
Rihanna’s Trio
"We had the pleasure of having Rihanna at our event, and the experience was truly exceptional. Everything was handled to the highest standard — professional, organised, and with genuine dedication throughout.
Her passion, commitment, and attention to detail were evident from start to finish. The level of involvement and care she showed made a real difference and contributed greatly to the success of the event.
I would highly recommend Rihanna to anyone looking for someone professional, reliable, and truly passionate about what they do."
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."
M50 The Band
"Saw them in Dolans. Limerick , on May 1st 2026. They are excellent and interactive! They created a great atmosphere!"
Shindig Wedding Band
"Simply the best. As I said many times, we were not looking for a wedding band in Ireland, we wanted an Irish Band that does weddings. Well we found them. In March of 2024 my wife and I were in Ireland to preview my daughter's wedding venue in Co. Monaghan at Castle Leslie. We did not have a band yet and happened into Temple Bar and fortunately for us Sparky was playing with an awesome fiddle player and we were hooked. Quick conversation and some planning with Gav and they were booked. They were incredibly accommodating and helped coordinate all of the music for the day including ceremony, Cocktail 2 Hours(!), Shindig for the evening and even a DJ inserted in the middle. They also worked with me and my band to do some of the first dances etc. for my daughter and our families. As a musician myself, I know good when I see it and these guys were awesome! I can't wait to play with them again!"