CelticMKE - Irish Music and Celtic Culture in Milwaukee, WI

CelticMKE

If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to play a bodhrán – or what the heck one is – you’re in the right place. CelticMKE, the home of Milwaukee Irish Fest, is about sharing our love of Irish music, Celtic history, and culture with people in the Midwest, and all over the world! You’ll find programs for the whole family, lectures by leading experts in Celtic culture, classes in traditional language, music and crafts, and our signature event, Milwaukee Irish Fest. Whether you want to reconnect with your roots, or explore a culture that’s new to you, CelticMKE is here to help.

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Cassie and Maggie: Ceol & Ól Concert Series

April 26: With spellbinding harmonies and virtuosic instrumental prowess, these sisters infuse the rich traditions of their region with a contemporary vitality, resulting in a sound that's both timeless and fresh.

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Host your next event in our beautiful, historic building, located in the village of Wauwatosa!

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Milwaukee Irish Fest Contract Signing 1981

Photos and a quick note from Ed Ward on the 1981 contract signing event for Milwaukee Irish Fest.

The Scottish Voice Behind Mickey Mouse

The voice you all know and recognize - Mickey Mouse. Now, meet the Scottish-American behind the mouse and sound effects legend, Jimmy Macdonald.

Pat Connaughton Learns Celtic Culture

NBA star Pat Connaughton from the Milwaukee Bucks takes a deep dive into Irish culture in a series of videos produced by CelticMKE

John Muir: Scottish-American Naturalist

John Muir was a Scottish-American environmentalist. He spent his life loving the trees, the land beneath his feet and the world around him.

Milwaukee Bucks Player Shares Stories of his Irish Heritage

Milwaukee Bucks Player Pat Connaughton Shares Stories of his Irish Heritage

Pat Connaughton from the Milwaukee Bucks shared a video with us, where he shares stories about his Irish roots!

Irish and Celtic Book Club

Love to read? Join our monthly Irish & Celtic book club where we read books from Irish and Scottish authors.

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Upcoming Events

Cassie and Maggie: Ceol & Ól Concert Series

CelticMKE Céilí Dances

Join us at our CelticMKE Center in the Village of Wauwatosa for monthly céilí dance gatherings. All ages welcome. Instruction always offered.

CelticMKE Disc Golf Open

May 3: This event is unsanctioned and open to all amateurs in advanced, intermediate, recreational, and novice divisions.

Chuck Ward Memorial Blood Drives

May 13: 3-7pm. Appointments are strongly encouraged.

Milwaukee Irish Fest

Milwaukee Irish Fest takes place August 14th-17th, 2025 at the Henry Maier Festival Park. Join us for a weekend of Celtic music, culture, food, dance, history and more!

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Fáilte to Irish and Celtic Culture!

Fáilte (that means “welcome” in Gaelic) to CelticMKE, your go-to resource for all things Irish and Celtic in the Milwaukee area and around the globe! You’re probably familiar with our signature event, Milwaukee Irish Fest, but maybe you haven’t listened to historic recordings from our Ward Irish Music Archives, learned Celtic music and culture face-to-face with leading experts during the Milwaukee Irish Fest Summer School, or learned the tin whistle or Irish fiddle with faculty from the Milwaukee Irish Fest School of Music. Start exploring your Irish and Celtic heritage - or discovering your own unique love for it – with CelticMKE today!

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