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Howley: Ceol & Ól Concert Series

Howley: Ceol & Ól Concert Series

The Howley Brothers

An evening of folk music with Howley

CelticMKE Center, Wauwatosa, WI

brought to you by Guinness

Friday, May 8
Doors: 6:30 p.m.
Show: 7:30 p.m.

Tickets

Pre-sale tickets: $30
(through April 24)

Regular on-sale tickets: $40
(starting April 25)

VIP Experience: $50

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All ticket sales are final. Tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable.
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The VIP Experience includes:

- An Acoustic performance from Howley upstairs in the Ward Irish Music Archives
- One complimentary beverage from the bar
- Reserved front-of-house seating for the main concert

Doors for the VIP experience open at 6:00 p.m. The VIP experience will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m.

Howley

For over a decade, David and Martin Howley have been at the heart of a musical revolution. As founding members of We Banjo 3, the Galway-born brothers brought Irish traditional music to new heights—blending it with Americana, bluegrass, and contemporary songcraft to create a sound beloved across the world. Their electrifying live shows, virtuosic playing, and brotherly chemistry made We Banjo 3 one of the most celebrated acts on the international folk scene.

Now, the brothers return with a brand-new project: Howley—a reimagining of that signature sound for a new era. With Martin’s dazzling mastery on banjo and mandolin and David’s unmistakable voice and rhythmic guitar, Howley is both a continuation and a renewal—rooted in tradition but reaching fearlessly toward the future.

Joined by two world-class artists, Kiana June (fiddle, vocals) and Caitlin Leahy (percussion, flute, vocals), Howley expands the brothers’ trademark sound with lush harmonies, fiery fiddle, and rhythmic flair. Together, they form a sound built on connection—the pulse of family, the spark of shared history, and the joy of collaboration.

“Fans of We Banjo 3 will recognize the spirit—but Howley brings it into a new light: deeper, braver, and bursting with soul.”

Ceol ⁊ Ól Partners

Draft and Vessel Leff's

Click here to view the full list of Ceol ⁊ Ól partners

CelticMKE's Official Pre-Concert Restaurant: Leff's Lucky Town

Leff's Lucky Town

Before the show, we highly recommend starting your evening at Leff’s Lucky Town, a beloved Wauwatosa staple known for its delicious food, laid-back atmosphere, and friendly service. Located just minutes from the CelticMKE Center, this neighborhood bar and grill serves up their famous Big Ass Pretzel, award-winning burgers, wings, and other tasty food. A perfect spot to start your Tosa experience before enjoying a great night of music.

CelticMKE's Official Post-Concert Bar: Draft and Vessel (Wauwatosa)

Draft and Vessel

Keep the night going after the show with a stop at Draft and Vessel Tosa, our official post-concert bar partner.

Just a short stroll from CelticMKE Center (only a block away) and nestled within the village of Wauwatosa, Draft and Vessel brings unique beer to a unique space. It’s the perfect spot to unwind, whether with a pint of draft Guinness, craft beer, cider, seltzer, wine, or draft cocktail before heading home.

Parking

Parking is available at our friends at The Woman's Club, United Methodist Church, and St. Matthew's Lutheran Church. Street parking is also available along Lincoln Avenue and Harwood Avenue. There are various public lots throughout the Village of Wauwatosa. See the map below to view public parking spaces. Please leave the lot behind our building open for those with limited mobility.

Parking Map of Tosa Village

Ceol and Ol logo

Located in the village of Wauwatosa, CelticMKE's concert hall provides an unforgettable, intimate listening experience. Featuring the best in Irish, Celtic, Bluegrass, and Folk music and with no bad seat in the house, Ceol ⁊ Ól (Gaelic for music and drink) offers high-quality entertainment at an affordable price—bringing the joy of music and culture to Milwaukee and beyond.

This event is part of the Ceol and Ól Celtic Concert Series, proudly brought to you by Guinness. See more upcoming concerts below!

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