Get ready for the ultimate Celtic celebration as CelticFest Vancouver returns for its 21st year from March 7-17, 2025! It’s 11 days of music, comedy, food, dance, and endless fun, showcasing the best of Celtic culture right here in Vancouver.
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A Feast of Irish Culture
🎸 March 7 – 2nd Annual Great Irish Soda Bread Bake-off
🥖 Location: Consulate General of Ireland
🍞 Time to get baking! Come for the friendly competition, stay for the delicious bread. The Irish Women’s Network of BC is hosting this tasty showdown to kick off the festivities.
🎶 March 9 – Socks in the Frying Pan Concert
🎤 Location: Mel Lehan Hall
Get your folk on with the award-winning Irish trio, Socks in the Frying Pan! From traditional tunes to contemporary hits, these guys know how to work the crowd.
🍴 March 14 – Cooking Demo with Chef Donal Hughes
👨🍳 Location: This World’s Ours Centre
It’s not just about the music – it’s about the food, too! Learn to cook up some delicious Irish dishes with the master chef himself, Donal Hughes.
🎭 March 14 – Comedy Night with Aaron McCann & Friends
😂 Location: Foy’s Irish Bar
Laugh your socks off with this riotous Irish comedy lineup. Featuring Aaron McCann and friends, it’s a hilarious night of Irish humour, hosted by Vancouver’s own Amy Walsh.
💃 March 14 – St. Patrick’s Day Ceilidh with Blackthorn
🍀 Location: Hellenic Community Centre
Time to put your dancing shoes on! Celebrate with the legendary Blackthorn, the longest-running Celtic band in Vancouver, and dance the night away at this high-energy Ceilidh!
👨👩👧 March 15 – CelticFest Family Day
🎨 Location: Famee Furlane (East Van)
Bring the kids for an afternoon packed with family-friendly fun. From storytelling to dance performances, workshops, and arts & crafts – there’s something for everyone!
🎤 March 16 – Hermitage Green at the Vogue Theatre
🎶 Location: Vogue Theatre
The headliner you’ve been waiting for! Irish folk-rockers Hermitage Green bring their electrifying sound to the stage with local fave Paul Caldwell. Trust us, you won’t want to miss this show!
🎥 March 17 – Double Bill Irish Cinema at the Rio Theatre
🎬 Location: Rio Theatre
Cap off your St. Paddy’s Day with some seriously cool Irish films. Grab some popcorn and immerse yourself in the beauty of Irish storytelling.
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🎟 Don’t miss out! Some events are free, and others are ticketed – so book early before they sell out! For the full event list and ticket info, check out the official CelticFest Vancouver website.
Join the fun and feel the Celtic spirit pulse through the city! For even more exciting events around Vancouver, check out our full event calendar!
Event Details:
📅 Dates: March 7 – 17, 2025
📍 Location: Various Venues around Vancouver (including Vogue Theatre, Mel Lehan Hall, Famee Furlane, Hellenic Community Centre, and Rio Theatre)
🎟️ Tickets: Prices vary by event
🔗 More Info & Tickets: CelticFest Vancouver Website
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