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Folk Bands for hire in Dublin

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Hire The Celtic All Stars Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandAthy

All Star Line Up of Award Winning Irish Traditional & Folk Musicians

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Hire Alìnanína Folk band with Encore
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£400 - £1000
Folk bandDublin

Alìnanína is a dynamic new duo featuring Dublin multi-instrumentalists Emer and Etain Toale, performing beautiful traditional Irish music.

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Hire Mitchell and Vincent Folk band with Encore
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£500 - £800
Folk bandStoke-sub-Hamdon

Fiddle & Guitar & vocals. Folk tunes and songs from the British Isles and beyond. Music to dance along with or to listen to! Glasto/Sky/BBC

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Hire In Visible Gem Folk band with Encore
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From£500
Folk bandGlastonbury

LELA MAI - Violin & Vocals ROSS CHILD - Cajon & Vocals RIK HARRINGTON - Guitar & Vocals

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Hire The Worried Men of Gower Folk band with Encore
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£372.50 - £881.25
Folk bandSwansea

Swansea's #1 folk band! Guaranteed to get the party going. We can play for any event, big or small!

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Hire Rachel and Dominic Folk band with Encore
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£500 - £800
Folk bandCurrie

Folk tunes and songs on fiddle and guitar with a healthy dose of original flare. We're experts at creating an atmosphere that is just right!

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Hire ALTAGORE Folk band with Encore
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From£1425
Folk bandBallymena

100% GENUINE IRISH BAND, DIRECT FROM THE GLENS OF ANTRIM

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Hire Morrigan’s Bow 🏹  Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandManchester

Lively, up-beat folk duo guaranteed to get the whole pub dancing! Perfect for a classy but energetic wedding party or pub set.

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Hire Railroad Four Folk band with Encore
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£1000 - £1875
Folk bandSouth Brent

Railroad Four are an exceptional upbeat folk / pop band, perfect for all occasions

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Hire Helian Folk band with Encore
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£400 - £1500
Folk bandLeeds

Helian is an amazing 4 piece folk band playing covers and originals! Trained and formed at Leeds Conservatoire, book to add some magic!

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Hire Dragonsfly Folk band with Encore
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From£960
Folk bandGlastonbury

Dragonsfly are an upbeat Celtic and world folk dance band, guaranteed to get the party started.

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Hire Moonrakers Folk band with Encore
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£750 - £1000
Folk bandOxford

Celtic harp, cello, stringed instruments, female/male vocals. Traditional and contemporary songs/tunes from England, Scotland & Ireland.

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Hire Behan's Footsteps Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandBirmingham

Irish Folk Duo of Brothers, Accordion, Violin, Guitar and Vocals.

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Hire The Raven Kings Folk band with Encore
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£1000 - £1250
Folk bandBlandford Forum

Dorset/Somerset based Folk/Country/Americana band - perfect for pubs, festivals and weddings!

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Hire Teine (Chenna)  Folk band with Encore
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£300 - £500
Folk bandStone

Folk duo playing folk, traditional, jazz, popular classics.

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Hire Ar N-Ainm Folk band with Encore
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£500 - £1250
Folk bandThame

Ar N-Ainm are a Celtic-Fusion Duo based in Oxfordshire/Northamptonshire.

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Hire Ériu Folk band with Encore
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From£600
Folk bandBelfast

We are a three piece band who perform Irish traditional music and folk, both tunes and song. In both Irish and English.

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Hire Douglas and Moss Folk band with Encore
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£500 - £1000
Folk bandBlackburn

Spellbinding, professional fiddle/guitar duo. Bringing something really special to your event.

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Latest reviews of our Folk Bands in Dublin

The Raven Kings
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"The Raven Kings delivered an extraordinary performance on the 24 October 2024 at one of the Royal Navy’s most prestigious events, Trafalgar Night (RNAS HERON), that transported the audience straight to the heart of maritime history. Known for their unique and passionate approach to traditional folk and sea shanties, the band’s performance was nothing short of exceptional. Every member of the group showcased not only incredible musical skill but a genuine love for the genre, which resonated powerfully with the audience and kept everyone engaged from start to finish. In terms of communication, The Raven Kings were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were responsive, courteous, and detail-oriented, making coordination and event planning smooth and stress-free. Their professionalism was evident in every interaction; from initial inquiries, song requests and to post-event follow-up, they consistently went above and beyond to ensure all expectations were met and exceeded. The Raven Kings also displayed impeccable punctuality, arriving well ahead of schedule, allowing ample time to set up and perform sound checks. This proactive approach ensured a seamless start to the event, showcasing their commitment to delivering a flawless experience. Overall, the satisfaction with The Raven Kings’ performance was unanimously positive. Attendees raved about the band’s energy, authenticity, and engaging stage presence. Their musical talent combined with professionalism made the event a resounding success. For anyone seeking a top-tier folk / sea shanty band that excels both on and off stage, The Raven Kings are an unparalleled choice, certain to elevate any gathering into an unforgettable celebration of song and seafaring spirit. "

Glen hired The Raven Kings for a Corporate event (available in Dublin)

Verified Review, 24 October 2024
In Visible Gem
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"In visible Gem, are exactly that a group of Gems. The communication and performance were excellent. I had asked for a slightly different vibe 5 weeks prior to the event and they excelled my expectations. Thank you again in visible Gems x "

Jessica hired In Visible Gem for a Private event (available in Dublin)

Verified Review, 28 September 2024
Back of the Bush
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"Back o'th Bush were brilliant. They provided the entertainment for my 60th birthday Ceilidh party. My family and friends loved it! My party was everything I'd hoped and that was hugely down to the entertainment."

Tracey hired Back of the Bush for a Private event (available in Dublin)

Verified Review, 27 September 2024

FAQs about hiring Folk Bands in Dublin

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Can any folk band play my favourite song?

Professional folk bands will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that folk bands may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the folk band's song list on their Encore profile.

How much time do folk bands take to set up?

Your folk band will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the folk band prior to their arrival.

My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?

PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our folk bands are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our folk bands will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.

Hiring a Folk Band in Dublin

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Popular genres:
Folk, Pop, Rock
Average response time:
7 hours
Busiest times:
March, June, August

How much does it cost to hire a Folk Band in Dublin?

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

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