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Upcoming CelticMKE Events

While Milwaukee Irish Fest only lasts four days a year, our commitment to promote Irish music and preserve Irish culture throughout the year has earned us national and global acclaim. Take a look at our year-round events calendar to view upcoming events at the CelticMKE Center and in the local community, including concerts, Ward Irish Music Archives events, our Milwaukee Irish Fest School of Music classes, and more!

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The Calling: Music and Cultural Tour of Ireland

January 16 - 26: Join us for our unique music and cultural tour—an opportunity to enjoy an authentic and educational experience in Ireland. The 10-day trip spans two Irish cultural festivals and a host of cultural activities in between throughout County Donegal and Dublin City!

Guinness and Chocolate

February 14: Celebrate Valentine's Day with The Drowsy Lads, free chocolate samplings from local artisans, and Guinness beers.

JigJam: Ceol & Ól Concert Series

March 1: Irish Bluegrass show with JigJam. ‘Foot stomping’, ‘high energy’ badassery is what you’re in for when you see this musical powerhouse live in concert.

Irish Family Day - Passport to Ireland

March 2: The family-friendly way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Milwaukee! Crafts, activities, music, food, dance, and more.

Evening with Emma Donoghue

March 31: Boswell Book Company and CelticMKE present a special evening with Irish writer Emma Donoghue, author of acclaimed novels including Room, Haven, and The Pull of the Stars.

Danny Diamond and Brian Miller: Ceol & Ól Concert Series

April 11: Their soulful and compelling live performances run the gamut from romantic waltzes to tearaway reels, punctuated by impeccable arrangements of newly unearthed traditional songs.

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.

CelticMKE Disc Golf Open

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

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.

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!

The Great Irish Open - Golf Outing

September 17: Join us for 18 holes of golf at the Ironwood Golf Course while supporting our Ward Irish Music Archives.

Andy Irvine: Ceol & Ól Concert Series

October 10: Legendary Irish folk singer-songwriter Andy Irvine performs for one night only as part of his United States farewell tour.

Celtic Christmas Boutique

Saturday, November 22: Free Admission. Shop Irish and holiday themed items from small businesses throughout the Midwest!

Upcoming Irish and Celtic Events in the Greater Milwaukee Area

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Thursday, February 20

Solas: 30th Anniversary Tour

Thursday, February 20, 2025

8:00 PM

Vivarium1818 North Farwell Avenue, Milwaukee,53202

Solas is hailed by The Boston Globe as “the finest Celtic ensemble this country has ever produced” and The Wall Street Journal as “an Irish traditional band bearing all the marks of greatness.”

Thursday, February 27

Unleashed: Talisk and Gardiner Brothers

Thursday, February 27, 2025

8:00 PM

The Pabst Theater144 E Wells St, Milwaukee53202

Prepare for a thrilling collision of sound and movement in UNLEASHED, featuring the award-winning Scottish folk band Talisk and the world-famous Gardiner Brothers, viral Irish dance sensations with over 1 billion views on social media.

Friday, February 28

The High Kings: Step It Out World Tour

Friday, February 28, 2025

8:00 PM

The Pabst Theater144 E Wells St , Milwaukee53202

The High Kings, known for their enchanting harmonies and timeless melodies, breathe fresh life into traditional folk music.

Saturday, March 1

The Bow Tides at Shank Hall

Saturday, March 1, 2025

8:00 PM

Shank Hall1434 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee53202

The Bow Tides is a powerhouse Celtic ensemble led by three Irish fiddlers: Ellery Klein, Jessie Burns and champion Irish dancer Katie Grennan.

Saturday, March 8

Goitse with Special Guests Athas

Saturday, March 8, 2025

7:30 PM

Sharon Lynne Wilson Center3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield53045

Ireland’s award-winning Goitse is joined on stage by áthas, one of Milwaukee’s homegrown Celtic ensembles.

Sunday, March 9

The Stepcrew

Sunday, March 9, 2025

3:00 PM

Schauer Arts Center147 N. Rural Street, HartfordHartford, 53027

The StepCrew is a dynamic dance production combining three percussive dance styles—Irish, Tap, and Ottawa Valley—in a fully realized theatrical setting.

Wednesday, March 12

Gaelic Storm: Roll Out the Barrel Tour

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

8:00 PM

The Pabst Theater144 E Wells St, Milwaukee53202

Gaelic Storm, a multi-national Celtic juggernaut, grows stronger with each live performance, and after two decades and over 2000 shows, they are a true force to be reckoned with.

Friday, March 14

David Howley at Vivarium

Friday, March 14, 2025

8:00 PM

Vivarium1818 North Farwell Avenue, Milwaukee53202

Indie folk artist from Ireland and founding member of Billboard No.1 band We Banjo 3, David Howley has been at the forefront of Irish guitar, banjo, and mandolin for over a decade.

Friday, March 21

Red Hot Chilli Pipers at Uihlein Hall

Friday, March 21, 2025

7:30 PM

Uihlein Hall929 N Water St, Milwaukee53202

Bagpipes with attitude, drums with a Scottish accent, and a show so hot it carries a health warning! The Red Hot Chilli Pipers, a multi-platinum award-winning Celtic rock band from Scotland, are bringing their signature “BAGROCK” sound back to Milwaukee.

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