- Chicago, IL
- Folk Band
- $100 and up
Kathryn M. said
“The Ukranian Chicago Cossacks gave an outstanding, culturally diversified performance Saturday, May 30th at the Village of Hoffman Estates' Unity Day Festival of Culture! ”
The 18 Best Folk Bands for hire in Chicago, IL
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72 Folk Bands serving Chicago, IL
- Chicago, IL
- Folk Band
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Katie D. said
“I booked them for an all ages event, and they were such a huge hit! from old to young they captivated the audience with fun and upbeat songs and a theatrical performance that held every ones... ”
The Sweet Maries
1 Verified booking- Evanston, IL
- Folk Band
- 12 miles from Chicago
- Contact for rates
Contemporary folk group, lead by Amy Shoemaker and Susie Lofton, with their amazing vocal blend and soaring harmonies, and a few of Chicago's best-loved...
- Downers Grove, IL
- Folk Band
- 20 miles from Chicago
- Contact for rates
Mindy V. G. said
“We threw a white tent backyard BBQ for 40 people in my Dad's backyard early September 2024. Mim & friends did an absolutely gorgeous set of accoustic music, couple of vocal tunes and a last song 'sing... ”
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Quick facts for Folk Bands in Chicago, IL
1,471 quotes sent
In the past year, Folk Bands have sent 1,471 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 658 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.
Chicago ranks #1
Chicago is the most popular city for Folk Bands requests in Illinois.
Popular events
Folk Bands are typically hired for Rehearsal Dinners, Restaurant/Bar Events, and Children’s Birthday Parties in Chicago, IL.
Illinois ranks #3
Illinois is the 3rd most popular state for Folk Bands requests in the United States.
About booking Folk Bands in Chicago, IL
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 Chicago, IL 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 Chicago 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 Chicago, IL area
These Folk Bands serve the wider Chicago and Cook county area and travel to Lincoln Park, Cicero, Irving Park, Oak Park, Berwyn, Stickney, Forest Park, Forest View, Elmwood Park, North Riverside, River Forest, Lincolnwood, Riverside, Amf Ohare, Lyons, Hines, Maywood, Harwood Heights, River Grove, Summit, Summit Argo, Burbank, Hometown, Evergreen Park, Broadview, Norridge, Melrose Park, Evanston, Brookfield, and Skokie.