
How to Book Your KJ Ceilidh
Booking your ceilidh with KJ Ceilidhs is quick, easy, and secure!
We guarantee to create an unforgettable experience, and we can’t wait to help bring your vision to life.
Step 1: Check Availability
✔️ Tell us your date, location and event type
✔️ We’ll reply within 24 hours confirming if Kathryn or her top handpicked team is available
✔️ If available, your date is held for 48 hours so you can choose your ceilidh package - The Spark (Duet) or The Classic (Trio) - or ask any questions
No payment needed - just honest, friendly help to get your ceilidh sorted.
Step 2: Design Your Ceilidh (From £1000)
All ceilidh packages include:
Experienced caller to teach the dances
Professional PA system (PAT-tested)
Setup and pack down
Fully Customisable
Email & telephone support in the run-up to your event
Step 3: Optional Extras (Services & Add-Ons)
Disco & DJ service
Ceremony music
Drinks reception set
Audio-visual package
PA system hire (all day)
Highland bagpipes
Traditional street organ
Polaroid photo booth
All-Inclusive Wedding Package
All-Inclusive Corporate Package
Step 4: Personalise Your Event
After booking, you’ll get access to your own private client hub—a secure page where you can update timings, share venue details, and tell us everything we need to know. It’s the perfect way to stay organised, especially if you’re adding extras or working with a coordinator.
Why Book with Us?
✅ Top-Tier Talent:
We’re not just any ceilidh band—we’re one of the most exciting, innovative, and professional ceilidh bands in the UK, led by Kathryn Johnstone and her elite team of handpicked musicians. Our line-ups includes performers who’ve worked across the UK folk scene, including artists recognised by the BBC Folk Awards. Expect world-class music, energy, and a night to remember.
✅ Effortless Process:
Our booking system is simple, straightforward, and stress-free, ensuring a smooth experience from start to finish.
✅ Trust and Transparency:
We prioritise your peace of mind. While the full payment is made upfront, our musicians are paid after the event, so you can rest assured everything will be executed to the highest standard.
✅ Crystal-Clear Sound:
We bring one of the best sound systems in the ceilidh world. With up to 15" main speakers and a powerful 18" subwoofer, every note is delivered with clarity, depth, and impact. Our pride in sound doesn’t stop there — we use carefully selected microphones and high-end instruments, matched with a professional Soundcraft mixer for lightning-fast sound checks and a consistently polished result. Great sound isn’t a luxury — it’s part of the show.
Wondering What’s Included?
We believe in clear, fair pricing with no hidden extras. Our quotes cover everything you need for a brilliant ceilidh – from top-level musicians and an expert caller to our high-quality PA system and party lighting. We tailor each ceilidh to your event, so you get the perfect setup, whether it’s an intimate gathering or a full-blown celebration.