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73 Folk Bands serving Washington, DC

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Witness Tree Reunion

5.0 (2)
1 Verified booking

  • Columbia, MD
  • Folk Band
  • 23 miles from Washington
  • Contact for rates

Eleanor S. said “If you love traditional folk songs, songs you used to sing along with around a campfire, and tunes you’ll rarely hear anywhere else, you will love Witness Tree Reunion. This father-daughter duo... ”
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Amy Andrews

4.97 (105)
Top Performer
194 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Singing Guitarist / Folk Band
  • Contact for rates

Tarra C. said “Amy performed at our small family memorial for my beloved Uncle Mike. Her voice was beautiful and emotive. She elevated our spirits and even had an additional verse that I was unaware of that... ”
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Jonathan Moody

5.0 (76)
Top Performer
52 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Singing Guitarist / Folk Band
  • $2,500 and up

Laura H. said “They were on time, they took many requests, and their music was fantastic. We will hire Jonathan and his band again! ”
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Brandon Kennedy - Celtic loop artist

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
13 Verified bookings

  • Catonsville, MD
  • One Man Band / Folk Band
  • 30 miles from Washington
  • $250+

Joy J. said “Brandon played at our outdoor one-day festival, and it was a highlight of the day! His knowledge of renaissance music is so impressive, and he and his bandmate are incredible musicians. He led the... ”

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Quick facts for Folk Bands in Washington, DC

1,472 quotes sent

In the past year, Folk Bands have sent 1,472 quotes to event planners.

112th most popular

Folk Bands rank #112 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

5 out of 5 stars

There are 661 Folk Band reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

3.1 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 3.1 days (on average) to hire a Folk Band.

Washington ranks #1

Washington is the most popular city for Folk Bands requests in District Of Columbia.

Popular events

Folk Bands are typically hired for Wedding Receptions and House Parties in Washington, DC.

District Of Columbia ranks #21

District Of Columbia is the 21st most popular state for Folk Bands requests in the United States.

About booking Folk Bands in Washington, DC

A charming and rustic folk band will bring a touch of nostalgia and down-to-earth vibes to any event. Take the guests at your birthday party, cocktail hour, wine tasting, festival, or cultural event on a lyrical journey by hiring a folk band. Hear classic folk music made popular by famous musicians like Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie.

The cost of hiring a professional folk band in Washington, DC will vary depending on the length of your event, the number of band members, and any special requests. A band playing from their repertoire will likely charge less than one that must learn new songs for the gig. Contact local folk musicians to get a customized quote for your event.

While browsing Washington folk bands, look through their profiles to see photos, listen to audio, and watch videos of their performances. Then read reviews from past clients to learn more about their experience and professionalism. When talking with musicians, discuss things like performance space, arrival times, setup requirements, and any special requests you might have.

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Folk Bands serving the Washington, DC area

These Folk Bands serve the wider Washington and District Of Columbia county area and travel to Naval Anacost Annex, Rosslyn, Washington Navy Yard, Ft Myer, Arlington, Dhs, Crystal City, Mount Rainier, Chillum, Friendship Heights Village, Chevy Chase, Brentwood, Takoma Park, Colmar Manor, Silver Spring, Hyattsville, Bladensburg, Bethesda, Langley Park, Fairmount Heights, Hillcrest Heights, Cheverly, Capitol Heights, University Park, Riverdale, Forest Heights, Alexandria, Glen Echo, Suitland, and Falls Church.