Ceilidh Bands for hire in East Lothian

Hire a Ceilidh band in East Lothian for your wedding, Burns night or event today. We have 103 fantastic traditional Scottish and Irish bands available to hire in East Lothian to make sure everybody gets on their feet! With varying line-ups and instruments, fantastic callers to instruct the dance moves, and bands that will also play your favourite pop covers, there's no better time to book a Ceilidh band. Hire a Ceilidh band in the UK for your wedding, Burns night or event today. Pronounced 'kay-lee', these bands will perform upbeat traditional Scottish tunes while calling out the dance moves out to keep your guests on their feet! Ready to book? Simply browse our collection of our 103 best local Ceilidh bands in East Lothian available for hire today. Our groups have callers to instruct the dancing and many bands will also play your favourite pop covers. There's no better time to book your Ceilidh band!

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Hire The Jacobites Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1175 - £1825
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

The Jacobites are an exceptional ceilidh band based in Edinburgh that offer professional ceilidhs for weddings, festivals and events.

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Hire Norloch Ceilidh & Covers Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£500 - £1220
Ceilidh bandLoanhead

We are a lively experienced band who can provide a full evening of ceilidh dances combined with cover songs through the decades,50s-90s etc

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Hire Bon:Stovi Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1375
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

Some of Scotland's most talented musicians performing with a power, energy and spirit that will leave your guests happily exhausted!

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Hire Ceòl Beag Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£500 - £1000
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

Ceòl Beag is a popular contemporary, upbeat ceilidh band. We play for all kinds of events & guarantee a great night of dancing to remember.

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Hire 7 Hills Ceilidh Ceilidh band with Encore
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£725 - £935
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

Seven Hills is a highly experienced ceilidh band based in Edinburgh, ready to create an amazing ceilidh experience for you!

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Hire The Haggis Chasers Ceilidh Band & DJ Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1000 - £1200
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

The Haggis Chasers Ceilidh Band represent High-Quality Sound and Musicianship – without Losing Traditional Roots

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Hire CopperCeilidh Ceilidh band with Encore
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Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

We are a traditional Ceilidh Band, available for events across all of Scotland.

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Hire Ewan Galloway Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£320 - £600
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

High energetic ceilidh band with years of experience. As seen on BBC Country file / Royal Highland Show / BBC Radio Scotland and more!

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Hire Alive & Jiggin Ceilidh Band and Disco  Ceilidh band with Encore
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£650 - £1500
Ceilidh bandPenicuik

CEILIDH PARTY BAND IN SOUTHERN, EASTERN AND CENTRAL SCOTLAND HIGHLY EXPERIENCED, VERSATILE AND ENTERTAINING BAND WITH OVER 700 GIGS DONE

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Hire Ceilidh Experience Ceilidh band with Encore
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Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

Ceilidh Rock party band with sound system + optional lighting and in-house DJ

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Hire The Ceilidh band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1750
Ceilidh bandLoanhead

The number one Scottish band specialised in delivering a great , up beat , fun night as well as great musicianship.

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Hire ODIA Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1500 - £3500
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

World-Class International Ceilidh Band, World Folk Electronica Band

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Hire Stravair Ceilidh band with Encore
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£437.50 - £875
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

The beautifully elegant duo of Stravair. We've quickly become the most popular guitar and violin duo in Scotland. Guaranteed to move you!

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Hire Annasach Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1313.75
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

Ceilidh Band available for all occasions from Aberdeen to Zurich!

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Hire Whisky Kiss Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1500
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

Whisky Kiss - the world's favourite ceilidh band (NYC Tartan Week, Shanghai, Singapore, Edinburgh Fringe) & we come with DJ & Dance Caller!

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Hire Lost Shores Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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Ceilidh bandLeven

The bands energetic style fuses traditional ceilidh tunes with some exciting modern twists,makes for an enjoyable evening of music and Dance

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Hire Triple Scotch Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1300 - £1500
Ceilidh bandManchester

Make your event an outstanding, unforgettable experience with the UK's finest professional Scottish ceilidh band for hire.

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Hire Bass Rock Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£780 - £1300
Ceilidh bandGlasgow

What happens when you bring together four insanely-talented musicians from different genres? You get the Bass Rock Ceilidh Band!

Latest reviews of our Ceilidh Bands in East Lothian

Ceòl Beag Ceilidh Band
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"We had the best experience with Ceòl Beag! They were relaxed, accomodating and created a brilliant atmosphere for our guests. We had a lot of Spanish speakers at our wedding, and they organised a Spanish speaking caller who also was a piper! We couldn't have asked for a better ceilidh, our only regret was that we didn't hire them for longer because we didn't want to stop dancing! Thank you so much!"

Melania hired Ceòl Beag Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in East Lothian)

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"Alison, Willie and their band were very friendly and put on an absolutely brilliant ceilidh, putting people who weren't too sure of the steps at ease, having fun, really really great music and knowing which dances to play and when to up the tempo. It was a really brilliant ceilidh, and afterwards they used their sound system for a disco. We very highly recommend."

George hired Ceòl Beag Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in East Lothian)

Verified Review, 19 October 2024
Ceòl Beag Ceilidh Band
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"They were fantastic, flexible with timings and did a great job, ceilidh was a lot of fun"

Edward hired Ceòl Beag Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in East Lothian)

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FAQs about hiring Ceilidh Bands in East Lothian

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What is a ceilidh band?

A ceilidh band (pronounced ‘kay-lee’) is a group of musicians that specialise in traditional folk music for ceilidh dances (usually jigs). Ceilidh bands will usually have fiddle players, accordionists, bagpipers playing and a “caller” leading the dances.

What do people do at a ceilidh?

Ceilidhs comes from the Gaelic word for ‘party’ and typically feature a ceilidh band with a caller who will lead the guests in traditional folk Scottish (or Irish) dances. Ceilidh’s are a great way to entertain your guests because they offer an interactive experience where the guests are part of the performances and the dances are simple enough for all ages and abilities, meaning everyone can get involved.

How long do ceilidh dances last?

A traditional Ceilidh dance can last anywhere from 2 to 3 hours, usually broken down with 3-4 dances and then a break. Our Ceilidh bands, however, are flexible and can play for as short or as long as you need.

What instruments are used in a ceilidh band?

Ceilidh bands commonly feature traditional folk instruments. Some common instruments you will find in a Ceilidh band include the fiddle, the accordion, bagpipes, the flute and a banjo. Each Ceilidh band’s lineup will feature different musicians and some bands will feature drums or percussion instruments, such as bodhrán (traditional Irish drum), or guitars. It’s also good to properly check their lineups before booking but if you’re unsure, speak to one of our experts who can give you tailored advice on what would work well for your venue.

Are ceilidh bands only for weddings?

Although wedding ceilidh bands are particularly popular, ceilidh bands are not limited to weddings. Ceilidhs are also popular for birthday parties, anniversaries, and other celebrations, as a fun form of interactive, unique entertainment. Ceilidhs bands are also very popular for corporate events as the dances are a great way to break the ice and get people talking. Overall, ceilidh bands bring people together, making any event memorable with their spirited tunes and engaging dances. You can speak to one of Encore's experts today to find the perfect ceilidh band near you.

Why should I choose a ceilidh band for my corporate event?

Although wedding ceilidh bands are particularly popular, ceilidh bands are not limited to weddings. Ceilidhs are also popular for birthday parties, anniversaries, and other celebrations, as a fun form of interactive, unique entertainment. Ceilidhs bands are also very popular for corporate events as the dances are a great way to break the ice and get people talking. Overall, ceilidh bands bring people together, making any event memorable with their spirited tunes and engaging dances. You can speak to one of Encore's experts today to find the perfect ceilidh band near you.

Hiring a Ceilidh Band in East Lothian

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Popular genres:
Ceilidh, Folk, Pop
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Busiest times:
June, August, September

How much does it cost to hire a Ceilidh Band in East Lothian?

The typical price per group member for Ceilidh Bands is:
£Budget£220
££Pro£330
£££High-end£400+

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