Hire Irish band in Manchester

Brings the heart and soul of Ireland straight to your Manchester event. Think lively jigs that'll have your guests tapping their toes, rousing ballads that'll make you misty-eyed, and toe-stomping anthems that'll turn any celebration into an unforgettable experience.Read more

Irish bands in Manchester

Hire Manchester’s best Irish bands for your 2026 wedding or lively celebration. Choose from 7 talented performers, perfect for festival-style receptions and parties at Albert Hall.

Every Irish band listed with us is handpicked and vetted by our team, ensuring top-notch musical talent, reliability, and stellar performance quality.
Hiring an Irish band averages £971 per event, with the final price varying depending on your chosen duration and number of sets.
Our Manchester Irish bands have already rocked 40 events, earning 15 glowing reviews and a brilliant 4.93* average rating from happy clients.

High-Energy Celtic Duo "Behan's Footsteps"

High-Energy Celtic Duo "Behan's Footsteps"

5.0(12 reviews)

• 35 bookings

Behan's Footsteps Duo are two brothers based in West Yorkshire who play exhilarating and soulful Irish folk music, with the occasional Scottish ceilidh tune added in. We have played Irish music since we were old enough to hold our instruments! 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.

About supplier

We are able to provide differing atmospheres for different occasions. We enjoy playing raucous, high-energy shows but are equally happy playing a beautiful ballad as a bride strolls down the aisle. Our sets are always catered to the event that we're playing.

from £800 / event

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Reviews for Irish bands in Manchester

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

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

Cian Jasmin4 Jul 2025

Booked for Wedding

Kelly's Heroes were a hoot! They had all of our guests up dancing and enjoying a right session! Playing some of our favourites and a mixture of reels and jigs, all of our guests loved having them. Helen was very helpful with us when we were going through the booking process, they were very professional on the day too and made us feel like everything was always under control. It was nice to be able to just relax and enjoy their music! Thank you for everything, Cian & Jasmin

Niamh Reid17 Mar 2024

Booked for Wedding

Everyone loved the music, they chose their playlist to fit where we were all from in Ireland. They really got the party started and everyone complimented them. Thanks for a wonderful performance. Highly recommend.

Aisling Boland4 Nov 2022

Booked for Other Event

Kelly’s Heroes came to play at my Dad’s wake and made it such a special event. Helen dealt with the admin ahead of the event and was absolutely brilliant. Thank you so much to the whole band and you were absolutely amazing. Aisling and family xx

Brian Morris30 Jan 2020

Booked for Other Event

Exceptionally professional and accommodating, we all enjoyed the music and the atmosphere it generated. Will definitely use again and highly recommend.

Teresa Barker5 Jan 2019

Booked for Birthday party

The guys were brilliant, we had them for my Mums surprise party. Couldn’t believe how long they played for , everyone enjoyed their music.

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We also did more than 40,000 birthday parties. Probably, including your neighbour’s recent big bash.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to hire an Irish band in Manchester?

You may book an Irish band in Manchester for an event for £460 and £595. Due to supplier variation, this is not a fixed price. You'll pay about £400 to £555 to hire an Irish band in Manchester for your event on Poptop. The length of the performance, travel charges, and various added service pricing all factor into the final cost. When you fill out your event information on Poptop, including your event date and location, you will receive an instant price.

Where can I book an Irish band in Manchester?

Poptop is a trusted platform where you can hire an Irish band in Manchester to perform at your event. It is very easy and safe to book services on the website. Poptop allows you to find Irish bands available for immediate booking when you enter your event information, including the venue and date, on the website. To secure your reservation, you must pay a deposit. Up until our supplier accepts your booking, we won't charge your card. Your supplier will call you to confirm the booking and discuss your event in detail.

'Bracken Rigg' Scottish, Irish & English Ceilidh Band

'Bracken Rigg' Scottish, Irish & English Ceilidh Band

5.0(1 review)

• 4 bookings

Bracken Rigg Band have been established for over 45 years so are extremely experienced in organising ceilidhs. We are a specialist Scottish band playing borders, Irish and English repertoire - our dances can be either totally Scottish or a mixture to match the event.

About supplier

Traditional Scottish/ Irish/ English accordion & fiddle band, Yorkshire based, over 40 years playing Scottish Ceilidh for Weddings, Barn Dances, Burns', St Andrew's, Caledonian Societies, Reelers and RSCD Societies - Old Tyme and Northumbrian repertoire also a speciality.

from £650 / event

Irish Music Band 'Wee Bag Band'

No reviews yet • 1 booking

As a 5 piece 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 the masses at pubs, clubs, doos 'n festivals in Merseyside, UK, infinity & beyond.

About supplier

With the introduction of Jules the Fiddle in 2007, Steve replacing Mark on the bass in 2011 and Jim the Flute & Terry the Whistle joining us from time to time, the band was formed!

from £980 / event

Irish Band 'Kellys Heroes' Playing Traditional Hits

Irish Band 'Kellys Heroes' Playing Traditional Hits

4.95(20 reviews)

• 34 bookings

Kellys Heroes will bring a little piece of Ireland to your next special event! The fast, furious songs and tunes plus gentle ballads flowing from the accordion and fiddle, powerful rhythm guitar and bodhran give a fullness of sound that belies the number of people on stage. This very experienced Midlands based band are one of the most sought after on the circuit!

About supplier

Kellys Heroes have played to audiences including 40,000 people at Glasgow's Mayfest, 25,000 at the Heineken Big Top, 50 guests in a Chateau in France and 6 people in a kitchen for a family celebration. We challenge you to come up with a type of event we haven't covered at some point over the years!

from £750 / event

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

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

5.0(2 reviews)

• 3 bookings

Taigh Band is a professional Ceilidh band based in the stunning South East of England. With our roots deeply grounded in Scottish music, Taigh Band is a perfect choice for an authentic and lively musical experience capturing the spirit of this vibrant music tradition. Choosing Taigh Band for your event means an unforgettable Celtic experience. Our energy and musicality will keep your guests dancing throughout the night, making it an event to remember.

About supplier

Taigh's members have a collective 50+ years of experience on the ceilidh scene. Whether it's a wedding, corporate event, or celebration, our experienced band are fully equipped to cater to your requests. Get in touch today and let's get the party started!

from £1600 / event

Dancing Feet Perfoming Folk Style Background Music

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

"Behan's Footsteps" 4-Piece Irish Band

5.0(12 reviews)

• 35 bookings

Behan's Footsteps are a high-energy 4-piece band with a punky edge, playing all of the classic Irish tunes for various occasions, Weddings, Birthdays, work functions etc! We love our work and take pride in getting our audience dancing and providing an exhilarating performance.

About supplier

Behan's Footsteps Band is an offshoot of Behan's footsteps Duo, two brothers with over a decades experience playing together. This band with the addition of driving drums and bass is full power and thrilling. Guaranteed to have you singing along!

from £1660 / event

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Can I ask a band to play my songs?

Our suppliers accept song requests. However, we advise that you discuss your playlist request with your preferred band during the booking process. All Irish bands always have their playlist, but they will be willing to accept your song request. In cases where your song request is not included in the playlist, a band may charge you an extra fee.

Will you play any background music between sets?

In most cases, Irish bands for hire in Manchester play background music during the break between sets so your guests can stay entertained until their next set. Bands can take between 15 to 30 minutes for a break between sets. Some bands may play songs in the background using a music player until they are ready to perform the next set, while other bands offer DJ services as part of the package. Our suppliers will be responsible for the music. However, you can contact them to inquire directly.

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