- Dundee, IL
- Bagpiper
- 39 miles from Chicago
- Contact for rates
Sarah F. said
“Shawn did an amazing job! He performed right on que and played wonderfully. Everyone loved the music! It made our wedding so magical! ”
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16 Bagpipers serving Chicago, IL
- Northbrook, IL
- Bagpiper
- 20 miles from Chicago
- Contact for rates
Valerie F. said
“Excellent job! Made the birthday celebration amazing! ”
- Frankfort, IL
- Bagpiper
- 29 miles from Chicago
- $150 and up
John S. said
“Unfortunately I was unable to be there but the reports I received were rave reviews ”
- Naperville, IL
- Bagpiper
- 28 miles from Chicago
- $150-$1,500
Jim K. said
“Easiest folks to work with. On time, great communication and excellent performance. Top notch! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Bagpiper
- Contact for rates
Doug G. said
“Steve played during my daughters wedding reception and was a big hit! Thank you. ”
- Westchester, IL
- Bagpiper
- 13 miles from Chicago
- $175 and up
Amy B. said
“For our Scottish and non-Scottish guests, the music provided old world charm. A bit of home away from home. Everything was very professional! ”
PiedPiper 56
3 Verified bookings- Oak Forest, IL
- Bagpiper
- 20 miles from Chicago
- Contact for rates
Expect Bagpiper with 30 years of experience. I'm a former member of the international touring band: FlatFoot 56. I'm available for weddings, parties, funerals...
- Tinley Park, IL
- Bagpiper
- 23 miles from Chicago
- Contact for rates
Kevin C. said
“Joshua Played at our Irishfest Event Saturday March 7th. He contacted me two days before the event to touch base. He arrived at the event early. He recited a little bit of history around each... ”
- Naperville, IL
- Bagpiper
- 28 miles from Chicago
- $150 and up
Karen W. said
“John arrived on time, was professional exactly what we asked for! The music was appropriate and loved by everyone . Several days later gave out this service address and his name. Definitely... ”
- Aurora, IL
- Bagpiper
- 36 miles from Chicago
- $ 175.00 and up
George K. said
“Made our wedding day more special. Great communication, setup and execution. A true professional. Christopher was accommodating to our requests and knocked the event out of the park. Thank you ”
- St Paul, MN
- Bagpiper
- Serves Chicago
- $200 and up
Michele P. said
“Meredith was the “surprise musical guest” at my husband’s birthday party. She was a big hit with him and all of the guests. Very enjoyable selection of music, ending with “happy birthday”. ”
- Springfield, MO
- Violinist / Bagpiper
- Serves Chicago
- $750 and up
Micaela P. said
“Joe was amazing! Unfortunately, as the bride I was not able to listen to the violin as much as everyone else, but the small part I did get to hear was beautiful. We eloped from Iowa, and found Joe and... ”
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Quick facts for Bagpipers in Chicago, IL
11,773 quotes sent
In the past year, Bagpipers have sent 11,773 quotes to event planners.
23rd most popular
Bagpipers rank #23 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
5 out of 5 stars
There are 8,849 Bagpiper reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.
1.3 days on average to book
From request to booking, it takes 1.3 days (on average) to hire a Bagpiper.
Chicago ranks #1
Chicago is the most popular city for Bagpipers requests in Illinois.
Popular events
Bagpipers are typically hired for Wedding Ceremonies, Corporate Events, and Funeral/Memorial Services in Chicago, IL.
Illinois ranks #11
Illinois is the 11th most popular state for Bagpipers requests in the United States.
Past events for Bagpipers in Chicago, IL
The best!!! Can’t say thank you enough
Bagpiper
5.0
March 16, 2026
15 minutes
Johnny is the best. He came to the house for a gathering and everyone was delighted. His talent, cheer and general demeanor made for the best addition. Saving his info for sure. Cant recommend enough! Thank you Johnny!!
Event total
$200
About booking Bagpipers in Chicago, IL
Bagpipe music can create a wonderful atmosphere at any event. You can book a bagpiper for your wedding ceremony, memorial service, corporate event, or any special occasion. Pipe bands and bagpipers play everything from traditional Scottish tunes and Irish music to popular hit songs with a bagpipe twist. Find the perfect bagpiper for hire on GigSalad!
The price for a professional bagpiper in Chicago, Illinois will vary depending on the length of the event, travel costs, and the performer’s experience level. Good bagpipers are in high demand for weddings and funerals, so an already-full calendar may also drive up the price. Contact local bagpipers above to request free quotes customized for your event.
When browsing Chicago bagpipers on GigSalad, look through their profiles to see photos, watch videos, and listen to audio clips. This will help you better understand their style and repertoire. Read reviews and testimonials from past clients to see if they’ve worked at events similar to yours and what the experience was like. When contacting bagpipers, provide as many details about your event as possible, including any special song requests, so you can get an accurate quote.
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Bagpipers serving the Chicago, IL area
These Bagpipers 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.