Hire Irish band in London

Explore our curated selection of authentic Irish bands in London, which can bring traditional yet fun entertainment covering folk and modern music whilst you dance the night away. Perfect for birthdays, weddings, corporate functions, and celebrations. Prices from £395/event.Read more

Irish bands in London

Hire London’s best Irish band for your 2026 event. Explore 9 talented musicians for energetic pub gigs or lively celebrations at The Hackney Social, delivering authentic traditional tunes that get every guest dancing.

Every Irish band featured on Poptop has been rigorously vetted by our experienced team, ranking them based on listing quality, reliability, and stellar client reputation.
Hiring an Irish band typically averages £952 per event, with the final price depending on your chosen duration, travel requirements, or number of performance sets.
Poptop’s fantastic Irish bands in London have successfully served 52 events, earning 16 glowing verified reviews with an incredible 5.00* average rating.

Live outdoor catering performance under a white canopy, with a jazz duo at microphones, upright bass, keyboard, and polished sound gear.

4.85(13 reviews)

• 19 bookings

'Newick Folk' Bring a Brilliant Mixture of Genres

We bring you a brilliant mixture of genres and unique music that you and yoru guests can get up and dance to!

from £550 / event

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Reviews for Irish bands in London

Read verified reviews from real clients, who booked with Poptop in London

June Ogle9 Jun 2026

Booked for Other Event

Black Velvet trio played at my mothers wake.They were Friendly, reseptful,and so uplifting. Read the room perfectly and helped us celebrate her life .Booked through PopTop UK who were very well organised and so helpful.Highly recommend

Seana cooke15 Jun 2022

Booked for Wedding

We knew we wanted a Ceilidh band from the moment we started planning our big day. I still cannot fathom just how amazingly priced and incredible Price of My Pig were! 🐷 A 5 piece band with caller, our guests are still raving about just how unique they were and how much they loved them! We adored having them play for our wedding and I cannot recommend them enough! Absolutely superb entertainment. They’ll be something guests will remember forever for sure! Thank you so much from Mr and Mrs Walker 31.05.22 (we’ll upload photos when we get some back) all our guests were too busy dancing to take any of their own 😸

gwen ward8 Jun 2021

Booked for Birthday party

I booked this band for my mums 80th. A small family gathering in the back garden. The band were fantastic and my mum was up dancing. A rare and happy sight. 😍

Octavia29 Oct 2019

Booked for Corporate Function

Black Velvet were excellent and really added to our Irish themed evening. Lots of very traditional music. The guys were very flexible and last minute added in a Ceili set without prior knowledge which was appreciated by all and added to the fun of the evening. Very highly recommended.

Charlie O'Neill18 Mar 2019

Booked for Other Event

Shenanigans were great! They did two 40 minute sets and had music playing in between so there wasn’t any hiccup in the evening. Everyone enjoyed the upbeat tone and we even had some lanky teens attempted Irish dancing. Fabulous addition to the evening.

Helen suchecki30 Oct 2018

Booked for Wedding

Absolutely amazing. Really friendly guys to. Listened to exactly what we wanted. Would definitely book again for a party. Great voice. Thanks so much

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an Irish band in London cost?

Getting an Irish band in London for hire will cost you about £460 to £595 for an event. However, this is not a standard price because it varies from supplier to supplier. Booking an Irish band for your event on Poptop will cost you about £400 to £555. The total price is determined by the duration of the performance, travel costs, and other additional service prices. You will get an instant quote when you fill in your event details on Poptop, including your event location and date.

What is an Irish band?

Irish bands are professional bands that perform Irish folk music, a popular genre of music that started in Ireland. They offer a wide range of Irish songs ranging from traditional Irish songs to contemporary folk songs. Irish bands in London play traditional and genuine Irish music on all occasions to create a vibrant and enjoyable atmosphere. The most common Irish band lineup is a 4-piece band. However, the number can vary. You can trust them to create a memorable environment for you with classic Irish jigs at your upcoming event.

Four smiling folk musicians pose by a stone wall and wagon wheel, holding drum, guitar, flute and violin in bright daylight.

5.0(3 reviews)

• 4 bookings

Highly Skilled Ceilidh Band & Caller 'Over The Moon'

We are a highly skilled and tight ceilidh band of 3 musicians plus an expert caller who have been working together for 20 years plus.

from £650 / event

Three-piece folk band seated by a white fireplace, playing banjo, guitar, and accordion in warm candlelit vintage venue.

5.0(24 reviews)

• 48 bookings

Traditional Irish Band 'Wraggle Taggle'

Wraggle Taggle are a professional award-winning and talented band traditional Irish band with many years of experience.

from £685 / event

Four musicians stand confidently in a dimly lit venue, framed by a tunnel backdrop, exuding vintage charm with hats and stylish attire.

5.0(12 reviews)

• 37 bookings

"Behan's Footsteps" 4-Piece Irish Band

We take pride in our work and love what we do. The more you enjoy our gig the more we enjoy it! Getting people singing and dancing is our shared passion.

from £1,660 / event

Three-man acoustic band poses against a weathered concrete wall, with violin, hand drum, and guitar in bright daylight.

5.0(44 reviews)

• 115 bookings

'Blag's' Feisty Mix of Groovesome Irish Folk Rock & World Music

Blag's feisty mix of groovesome Celtic folk and gypsy jazz have delighted audiences for many years. Their unique style will provide a truly memorable addition to your special occasion.

from £880 / event

Guests dance in a rustic barn venue beneath fairy lights, with live folk musicians onstage and a lively wedding-catering atmosphere.

5.0(2 reviews)

• 3 bookings

'Taigh Band' Create Fun-Filled Night & Unforgettable Celtic Experience

Taigh Band is a professional Ceilidh band based in the stunning South East of England. Contact us today and let us create a fun-filled night of Scottish music for you and your guests.

from £1,600 / event

Three-piece folk band plays violin, accordion, and acoustic guitar onstage, bathed in bright flash, with vintage, intimate venue energy.

🎉 New to Poptop

Energetic Ceilidh Band and Folk Trio

Bonkers three-piece ceilidh band (plus expert caller) based in London playing a huge repertoire of traditional tunes. Suitable for weddings, birthday parties, and raves.

from £850 / event

Live folk band on a lit stage, fiddle, mandolin and guitars in a row, with warm blue-green concert lights and crisp sound.

No reviews yet • 1 booking

Irish Music Band 'Wee Bag Band'

The Wee Bag Band's raison d'être is to bring mad, bad, trad, popular and contemporary diddly, diddly Irish / Celtic with a hint of Country and Blue Grass music and song to you!

from £980 / event

Two musicians pose in a rustic barn venue, with acoustic guitar and fiddle beside purple stage lights, warm daylight, and polished event-service setup.

5.0(8 reviews)

• 1 booking

Colourful Instrumental Violin & Guitar Duo Sandra and Paul

With the violin and guitar, we cover many styles from traditional Irish folk to contemporary pop music. Our sound can be engaging background music or a full dancing party.

from £650 / event

Two musicians sit on wooden steps outside a red vintage van, with violin and accordion, in bright daylight, polished and intimate.

5.0(12 reviews)

• 37 bookings

High-Energy Celtic Duo "Behan's Footsteps"

Behan's Footsteps have been playing Celtic music for as long as they could walk. We know how to make people dance, and we know how to make them cry!

from £800 / event

Dancing Feet Perfoming Folk Style Background Music

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Dancing Feet Perfoming Folk Style Background Music

5.0(6 reviews)

• 30 bookings

The band offers a varied performance of Scottish and Irish folk music and song, with a few extras thrown in! We use a loop pedal to create a full band sound with only two of us, with a lineup of fiddle, pipes, flute, sax, cajon and guitar. We can also do an acoustic set, on fiddle, flute pipes and guitar, playing a mix of songs and tunes.

About supplier

Kate and Roddy have been playing together for 15 years and have built up a rapport that makes for an engaging, dynamic and spontaneous performance. Both are professional musicians with 30 years experience, meaning that they are flexible and ready for anything!

from £510 / event

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Where can I hire an Irish wedding band in London?

Poptop is a reliable booking service that allows you to conveniently hire Irish band in London. All you have to do is fill in your event details, including the event location and date, on Poptop’s website to discover the Irish bands available for immediate booking and you will get an instant quote. You will be required to pay a deposit to secure your booking. However, we won't charge your card until our supplier accepts your booking. To complete the booking process, your supplier will give you a call to discuss your event in detail.

What is the duration of the performance?

In most cases, an Irish band in London performs two 60-minute sets with 30 minutes break. Irish bands’ performances can range from 2-3 hours. However, this duration isn't fixed for all Irish bands. Our suppliers offer flexible time, so they will always be willing to extend the performance to your preferences. The availability of every band is on their profile page on the website, so you can check which best suit your preference. Please, feel free to discuss your preferred performance duration with your musicians.

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