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Irish Bands in Blackpool

Hire a live Irish band in Blackpool

If you want an event with warmth, energy and a big singalong, an Irish band is hard to beat. Acts across Blackpool range from acoustic trad trios and solo Irish singers to full céilí bands and Celtic rock groups, and they play weddings, parties and festivals all year round.

Blackpool has a wide choice of event venues, from The Glass House at Staining Lodge and Savoy Hotel to The Winter Gardens. Our Irish acts travel right across the area, including Fleetwood, Thornton-Cleveleys and Poulton-le-Fylde, so a proper Irish night is never far away.

Within this category you'll find traditional Irish groups, céilí and folk bands, Irish singers and duos, and Celtic rock bands. Many can play a gentle set early on and a full party set later, and their song lists show exactly what they cover.

Since 1999, Hireaband has matched live bands with events of every size. The Irish acts listed here all travel to Blackpool, include travel in the price, and arrive with their own sound set-up where it's needed. The instant quote button shows pricing and availability for your date in seconds.

The essentials:

  • Typical cost: from around £600 for a solo singer or duo to £2,500 or more for a full band, depending on line-up, date and set times
  • Traditional trad, céilí, Irish folk, ballads and Celtic rock
  • Sets for a drinks reception, a céilí evening or a full party night
  • Travel is included in every quote
  • Every booking carries a 14-day change-of-mind refund

Check the room and any sound limiter before you choose. Acoustic trad acts work almost anywhere, while amplified Irish party and Celtic rock bands need power and floor space. For a céilí, the size of the dance floor matters most.

Expect to pay from around £600 for a solo singer or duo up to £2,500 or more for a full band. Line-up size matters most, then the date and extras such as a céilí caller or a longer set. Every quote includes travel, so nothing is added later.

Each Irish act's page carries real video, audio, a song list and reviews from previous clients. A couple of clips will tell you far more about how a band works a room than any description can.

The instant quote button gives you a price and availability for your date straight away. From there, we manage the contract and deposit and keep you updated until the event. Every booking is covered by a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and there's an emergency contact line on the day in case anything needs sorting.

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From £1,950

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

FAQs

The category covers traditional trad groups, céilí bands with a caller, Irish folk and ballad singers, and Celtic rock and Irish party bands that also play modern covers. Each act's page shows its style, line-up and song list.

Yes. Céilí bands come with a caller who explains each dance and walks guests through the steps, so nobody needs to know them in advance. It's one of the best ways to get a whole room dancing together.

Most do. Full bands bring their own PA and lighting; acoustic duos and trios need very little. Larger line-ups need floor space and power nearby, so it's worth checking both with your venue, along with any sound limiter.

From around £600 for a solo singer or duo to £2,500 or more for a full band. The number of musicians, the date and the length of the booking make the biggest difference, and travel is always included in the quote.

Most acts are happy to learn a special request with enough notice, whether that's a traditional air for the ceremony, a ballad for the first dance or a family favourite. Mention it when you enquire.

As early as you can. St Patrick's weekend is the busiest time of year for Irish acts, and the best bands are often booked months ahead. For other dates, a few months' notice is usually plenty.

Reviews

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“We just wanted to send an email to say thank you for an amazing night of music on Friday! We had many comments throughout the day about our chosen music for our ceremony and it only got better once you guys started to play! So thank you. A separate thank you is for allowing Matt and his friends to use your instruments. It was a complete surprise to me – incredible (even though I often tell Matt that he can’t sing…that clearly didn’t stop him) it was incredible. We had an absolutely fantastic wedding day, a massive thank you for being part of it.”

(5)

“Declan was brilliant, really talented. Everyone commented on him. So sorry he didn't get the recognition he deserved as the singing waiters kicked in and took over. Thank you so much in helping make our day so special.”

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“Thank you so much for a great night on Saturday, everyone has commented on how amazing you were. Several people have asked for your contact details so we have passed them on for you.”

(5)

“As ever, my enquiry was dealt with by Hireaband quickly and the booking process completed efficiently. Declan is a delight to work with - he understand the corporate market can be a little less discerning of performance but gives total quality every time.”

(5)

“Paul and I both want to say a huge thank you for what we can only describe as a great performance on our wedding day. You guys were so good, and we loved having you as our evening entertainment. Our guests haven't stopped talking about how fantastic you were! We loved having our first dance performed by you live, it was so special and perfect, and we both thought you performed it really well.Thank you for also being so accommodating with Ryan's performance.We'd happily recommend you for anything in the future, so do let me know if there is anything we can do.”

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“Really positive feedback from our guests, just sorry we didn't get to hear more of Declan as we were to busy with photographs.”

Local Venues in Blackpool

Blackpool Tower Ballroom

Blackpool Tower Ballroom

The world-famous ballroom beneath Blackpool Tower, with its original Wurlitzer organ and a dance floor that's hosted a century of couples.

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The Imperial Hotel, North Promenade

The Imperial Hotel, North Promenade

A grand Victorian seafront hotel on Blackpool's North Promenade, with sea views and a long history of hosting weddings.

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Grand Hotel Blackpool

Grand Hotel Blackpool

A landmark hotel on Blackpool's seafront, built for a classic seaside wedding with the beach on the doorstep.

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The Winter Gardens

The Winter Gardens

Blackpool's Winter Gardens, home to the ornate Spanish Hall and Opera House, built for a genuinely grand celebration.

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The Norbreck Castle Hotel

The Norbreck Castle Hotel

A large seafront hotel north of Blackpool's centre, with function suites built to handle a big wedding party.

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The Glass House at Staining Lodge

The Glass House at Staining Lodge

A modern glasshouse wedding venue set in the grounds of Staining Lodge, just outside Blackpool.

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Village Hotel Club

Village Hotel Club

A modern hotel just outside Blackpool's centre, with flexible event space and rooms for the whole wedding party.

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Savoy Hotel

Savoy Hotel

A period seafront hotel on Blackpool's North Promenade, with sea views over the Irish Sea.

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Park House Hotel

Park House Hotel

A smaller, personally run hotel in Blackpool, suited to a more intimate wedding party.

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