ONLY AT MILWAUKEE IRISH FEST
We're ecstatic to share details about a unique showcase that patrons can look forward to next month. The Celtic World Showcase will highlight artists who continue centuries-old musical traditions while shaping modern global music and feature performers from Scotland, Canada, Japan, Ireland, France, and Italy.It is estimated that there are over 100 million people across the world who claim they have descended from the Celts, the Iron Age people who inhabited large areas of Western Europe. Sharing languages and cultural similarities, the folk and traditional music of these Celts evolved over time and became integral to their communities. The music of these territories has traveled around the globe, and we are thrilled to bring the music to Milwaukee in August.
Take a look at the Celtic World Showcase performers and be sure to check out their shows throughout the festival! Schedule Here!
Doolin’ (France)
The East Pointers (Canada)
Elephant Sessions (Scotland)
Gadan with Enda Scahill (Italy, Ireland)
Mary MacNamara and Sorcha Costello (Ireland)
Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy (Canada)
O’Jizo (Japan)
Talisk (Scotland)The Gaeltacht, or Irish speaking area, showcases the Irish language and traditional Irish culture. From sean-nós singing with Caitlín Ní Chualáin to Oireachtas shows hosted by Ray Mac Mánais, there's no shortage of singing, dancing, storytelling, Irish humor and immersive opportunities!
Scholarship Opportunity
The Taylor Force Memorial "Force for Good" is a scholarship from Hero Hut that will be awarded to a veteran transitioning out of the military who is looking to further their career goals either through attending an institution of higher education, completing a trade school/course or obtaining professional certification.The scholarship will be awarded in memory of Taylor Force, an Army Veteran who was tragically killed in 2016 during a school-sponsored trip for Vanderbilt University graduate students to learn about startup companies overseas.
Please apply by August 1, 2024, to be considered for the scholarship.
The winner of the scholarship will be honored at Milwaukee Irish Fest in August during a special presentation.
Click HERE to view the criteria to submit an application.
Visit the schedule page on our website, and click the filter button to choose the Gaeltacht Stage and view performances happening throughout the festival weekend!Hero Hut is a 501c3 nonprofit that began at the Milwaukee Irish Fest in 2018. It is now a nationwide non-profit!
At Irish Fest, Hero Hut is a FREE, covered rest area which offers complimentary snacks, non-alcoholic beverages and veteran resource information.Hero Hut is open to active and retired military members, veterans of all military branches, first responders and up to 3 accompanying family members. This area honors Heroes of all ethnic backgrounds, not just the Irish. Click HERE to view Hero Hut hours and further informatioN.
Summer School
Milwaukee Irish Fest Summer School
August 12 - 16
Don't miss out on immersing yourself in all things Irish culture at our annual Irish Fest Summer School! Taking place the week leading into Irish Fest, our Summer School offers three-day classes and one-day samplers and workshops on Irish history, art, language, culture, craft, traditions, and music! There are a variety of classes to choose from; below are just a sample of the options!
Celtic Art Metal Work with Patrick Gallagher
Bodhrán Building with Andy Miller
Masterpieces of an Irish Visionary: Stained Glass Artist Harry Clarke
Sean-nós Dance with Jackie O'Riley
Beginning Irish Language with Rónán Ó Dochartaigh
Tune Composition with Liz Carroll
Intro to Irish Fiddle with Maria Terres
Intermediate Bodhrán with Colm Phelan and Advanced Bodhrán with Colm Phelan
View the full class list and see more details, here!
Catch All the Action at Milwaukee Irish Fest August 15-18
