Thomas D’Arcy McGee 200th Anniversary Celebration - Carlingford comes to Canada
2025-04-10 - 2025-04-13
Carlingford County Louth (where McGee was born) and Ottawa (where he died) join forces to celebrate
one of the great Founding Fathers of the Canadian Confederation.
The team behind the Thomas D’Arcy McGee Summer School since 2011 will present, in
collaboration with local Ottawa enthusiasts, a 3-day celebration of McGee’s 200th
anniversary.
The programme will include;
 The Trial of Thomas D’Arcy McGee; written my Anthony Russell
 Traditional Irish Concert with Gerry O’Connor & friends
 Traditional Irish Music Anniversary Sessions (all levels welcome)
Optional events
 Fiddle Masterclass traditional Music from the Oriel region of South Ulster (intermediary/master), by Gerry O’Connor
 Tin whistle lessons (beginner /intermediary), by Tommy Fegan
 Two unique audio-visual presentations on Irish traditional music;
 “The Rose in The Gap” – Dance Music from South East Ulster”, Gerry O’Connor
 “Irish Travellers and Irish traditional music; a distinct cultural style on the verge of extinction.” Tommy Fegan

O’Flaherty’s Irish Music Retreat, Texas
2025-10-23 - 2025-10-26
The O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat is the premier event in the lineup of educational camps and events organized by the Traditional Irish Music Education Society (TIMES).
Each year, we convene for three days of core classes, enrichment classes, workshops, sessions, concerts, dances, and camaraderie. The retreat is a culturally unique, educational event where you can immerse yourself in traditional Irish music and dance with a community of motivated students and gifted teachers.
Named in honor of Jim O’Flaherty, a musician who immigrated from Ireland to North Texas spreading the Irish music tradition through his family, friends and community, the O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat continues with the commitment to helping others learn, enjoy, and grow in this rich cultural tradition. Read about our history…
Each year we invite internationally respected musicians and dancers from Ireland and beyond within the Irish music tradition to teach our classes and perform in concerts held at the Hoblitzelle Camp & Conference Center in Midlothian, Texas. We also engage a core group of local and area-wide volunteers and staff who are dedicated to making the retreat experience memorable for our participants. The O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat is a gathering of lovers of Irish music and dance who come together annually to foster cultural traditions that so many of us hold close to our hearts.

Austin Celtic Festival
2025-11-08 - 2025-11-09
The Austin Celtic Festival is a premier celebration of Celtic culture, music and arts, held annually in Austin, Texas. This vibrant festival brings together top-tier performers, musicians, dancers, and artists from around the world to showcase the rich traditions of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and other Celtic nations.
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A friendly family event, fun for all ages, and open to all.
Get your tickets today.
No tickets sales at the gate. Online only.
Don Penzien and I will play and teach at The Austin Celtic Festival, which offers the highest quality regional and international Celtic artists with an extraordinary lineup of talent
Participate as a student in the ACF School of Traditional Arts. From beginner courses to master workshops in music, lectures, you can leave the ACF with new techniques,
insights and experiences.

NorthShore Strings Fiddle Camp, Covington, LA, USA
2026-05-25 - 2026-05-30
NorthShore Strings annual Fiddle Camp in Covington, LA. Classical and Traditional String Performance and Education.
Through professional performance and dynamic instruction the Northshore Strings showcases the power and versatility of string music across Classical, Celtic, Cajun, Jazz, and Bluegrass genres.
We are here to empower musicians, young and old, professional or novice, enrich the community, and celebrate the traditions of string playing.
For more information visit www.nsstrings.org
