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This webpage is your resource for Irish events in the greater Baltimore / Washington metro area.
Ongoing Ceilis. Sessions, Music and Dance classes, etc. are listed as recurring events, so be sure to check there in addition to the listing of upcoming events
Sessions and Ceilis that follow a regular schedule are listed under Recurring Events.
Events that happen only once or a few times a year are listed under Upcoming Event.
Instruction in music and dance is listed as Classes if they follow a regular schedule on the Lessons page.
Instruction which depends on the teacher’s availability is listed by Instructor on the Lessons page.
I have been following Irish music and dancing for fifty years. I started dancing in 1981 and playing since 2010. In 1997 I created the first version of this website as a resource for activities in the Baltimore-Washington related primarily to Irish traditional music, dance and culture. After 23 years I gave it an upgrade.
We are very fortunate that there is so much talent and so many things that happen in Baltimore / Washington area. A lot of things tend to come together at the last minute, and it’s hard to get the word out. My goal is to help let people know about events that are on the horizon, as well as some things that happen on a recurring basis.
Many people travel to this area, whether for business or pleasure, and would like to know where there is a good session, ceili, or concert. It can be a challenge to locate and connect with local musicians and dancers. I hope these listings help them to find what they are seeking–be it a local session or a group on tour.
If you organize such activities, or learn of an event that’s not already listed, feel free to send me the details. (greenfeet@aol.com) If it is more than two weeks away, I should be able to add it to the list. If it’s less than two weeks, you’ll understand why you may not see it.
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| 1Solas Nua - Humours of BandonSolas Nua - Humours of BandonHumours of Bandon a play Written and performed by Margaret McAuliffe Presented by Solas Nua Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H St NE Washington, D.C, | 2Solas Nua - Humours of BandonSolas Nua - Humours of BandonHumours of Bandon a play Written and performed by Margaret McAuliffe Presented by Solas Nua Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H St NE Washington, D.C, Natalie MacMasters and Donnell Leahy 7:30 pmNatalie MacMasters and Donnell LeahyTime: 7:30 pm The Birchmere Music Hall 3701 Mt. Vernon Ave. Alexandria, VA, Brendan Mulvihill, Angelina Carberry, and Dan Brouder 7:30 pmBrendan Mulvihill, Angelina Carberry, and Dan BrouderTime: 7:30 pm Brendan Mulvihill won the All Ireland Fiddle Championship in 1972. Angelina Carberry on the banjo has developed a highly personal style with unique rhythmical characteristics. Dan Brouder is a well-respected exponent of the West Limerick accordion style. Cellar Stage™ Timonium Timonium United Methodist Church 2300 Pot Spring Rd Timonium, MD | 3Solas Nua - Humours of BandonSolas Nua - Humours of BandonHumours of Bandon a play Written and performed by Margaret McAuliffe Presented by Solas Nua Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H St NE Washington, D.C, Jack Beck and Wendy Welsh 7:30 pmJack Beck and Wendy WelshTime: 7:30 pm (Scottish songs) Swift Run Celtic House Fairfax Station, VA. | |||||||
| 4The Boyle School of Irish Dance Spring PerformanceThe Boyle School of Irish Dance Spring PerformanceThe Hylton Performance Arts Center George Mason University 10960 George Mason Circle Manassas, VA. Solas Nua - Humours of BandonSolas Nua - Humours of BandonHumours of Bandon a play Written and performed by Margaret McAuliffe Presented by Solas Nua Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H St NE Washington, D.C, | 5Solas Nua - Humours of BandonSolas Nua - Humours of BandonHumours of Bandon a play Written and performed by Margaret McAuliffe Presented by Solas Nua Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H St NE Washington, D.C, | 6Solas Nua - Humours of BandonSolas Nua - Humours of BandonHumours of Bandon a play Written and performed by Margaret McAuliffe Presented by Solas Nua Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H St NE Washington, D.C, | 7Solas Nua - Humours of BandonSolas Nua - Humours of BandonHumours of Bandon a play Written and performed by Margaret McAuliffe Presented by Solas Nua Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H St NE Washington, D.C, | 8Solas Nua - Humours of BandonSolas Nua - Humours of BandonHumours of Bandon a play Written and performed by Margaret McAuliffe Presented by Solas Nua Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H St NE Washington, D.C, | 9Solas Nua - Humours of BandonSolas Nua - Humours of BandonHumours of Bandon a play Written and performed by Margaret McAuliffe Presented by Solas Nua Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H St NE Washington, D.C, | 10Solas Nua - Humours of BandonSolas Nua - Humours of BandonHumours of Bandon a play Written and performed by Margaret McAuliffe Presented by Solas Nua Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H St NE Washington, D.C, | |||
| 11Brendan Mulvihill, Angelina Carberry, and Dan BrouderBrendan Mulvihill, Angelina Carberry, and Dan BrouderAuld Shebeen 3971 Chain Bridge Rd Fairfax, VA Solas Nua - Humours of BandonSolas Nua - Humours of BandonHumours of Bandon a play Written and performed by Margaret McAuliffe Presented by Solas Nua Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H St NE Washington, D.C, | 12 | 13 | 14Brendan Mulvihill, Angelina Carberry, and Dan BrouderBrendan Mulvihill, Angelina Carberry, and Dan BrouderBlue Ridge Irish Music School Charlottesville, Virginia | 15 | 16Brendan Mulvihill, Angelina Carberry, and Dan BrouderBrendan Mulvihill, Angelina Carberry, and Dan BrouderThe Barns of Rose Hill Berryville, Virginia | 17Penn-Mar Irish FestivalPenn-Mar Irish FestivalThe Markets at Shrewsbury 12025 Susquehanna Trail Glen Rock, PA IONA 7:30 pmIONATime: 7:30 pm For reservations & directions call (703) 426-1450 or email. Swift Run Celtic House Brendan Mulvihill, Angelina Carberry, and Dan Brouder 7:30 pmBrendan Mulvihill, Angelina Carberry, and Dan BrouderTime: 7:30 pm The Lyceum Theater 201 S. Washington St. Alexandria, VA, | |||
| 18 | 19 | 20House Concert: Frankie Gavin & Catherine McHugh 7:30 pmHouse Concert: Frankie Gavin & Catherine McHughTime: 7:30 pm House Concert in Bethesda, MD To reserve a spot, contact Stephanie Caden 202-210-2055 slcaden@yahoo.com | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | |||
| 25 | 26 | 27 | 28Brendan Mulvihill, Angela Carberry, and Don Brouder 7:30 pmBrendan Mulvihill, Angela Carberry, and Don BrouderTime: 7:30 pm performing in concert for the first time together and coming from Ireland for a limited tour in the U.S. Sharing tunes from the Martin Mulvihill Collection. IMT - Saint Mark's Presbyterian Church 10701 Old Georgetown Rd Rockville, MD | 29CCÉ 50th Anniversary North American Conv.CCÉ 50th Anniversary North American Conv.Bethesda North Marriott Hotel 5701 Marinelli Rd. Rockville, MD | 30CCÉ 50th Anniversary North American Conv.CCÉ 50th Anniversary North American Conv.Bethesda North Marriott Hotel 5701 Marinelli Rd. Rockville, MD Sean Heeley Celtic Trio 7:30 pmSean Heeley Celtic TrioTime: 7:30 pm Mason District Park Amphitheater 6621 Columbia Pike Annandale, VA. | ||||