Best Celtic Songs of 2025

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2025 was a great year for Celtic music. From traditional Celtic music to pop and rock and everything in between, this year’s releases truly had something for everyone to enjoy. These songs were the standout songs for me from the year. This is my opinion, so it is okay if you disagree and think other songs deserve to be here. These are my favorite songs. The songs are in no particular order.

1. “Up Hope” by Deacon Blue

“Up Hope” is from Deacon Blue’s tenth studio album. This whole album is phenomenal and upbeat, but this song perfectly captures the essence of the album. It is a song of hope, unity, and bringing people together. In a world of darkness and division, this song reminds us that there is still love and light in the world that unite us.

2. “Take A Sexy Picture Of Me” by CMAT

This song is an anthem for all women who deal with so much on a regular basis. Women are expected to do so much and look good doing so. Society puts so much pressure on women to look good from an early age. This song questions the importance of that when women have so many other important things to do. The second verse of the song was a hit across social media, becoming the soundtrack to a viral dance and video trend.

3. “Hey Brother” by the Red Hot Chilli Pipers

I was lucky enough to hear this song live, even before I listened to the album. I discovered the band in September of this year and went to see them in concert. This song was an absolute standout in the concert. It was played early on in the set. I was drawn into other songs that were played prior to the song, but this song solidified my love for the band for me.

4.  "A Mother's Heart for Palestine" by Mothers Against Genocide

2025 was an amazing concert year for me. I got to see Mary Black perform with the High Kings back in March, which was a great experience. She is featured on this song, among other musicians. Not only is the song a beautiful song in its own right, but the message behind it and the awareness it is raising make it even better. The original song, “A Mother’s Heart,” is one of my favorites, but this rendition adds a new layer of meaning to it.

5. “Lovers and Friends” by Varo

This song is about the current political climate around the world. It was written by Sean Mone about politicians who only work for themselves, ignoring the needs of their constituents. The song says that our social connections will get us through. Though the song was written and released by other musicians prior to this year, Varo’s rendition is timely for all that is going on in the world currently.

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"Written In Light" Concert To Benefit Those Impacted by Ukraine War

 

On December 12, 2025, Spiders For Ukraine will host the “Written In Light” charity concert. The night features Scottish and Ukrainian music through caroling and a concert as well as homemade Ukrainian food and crafts. This is a family-friendly event.

The event will also feature a moving play called “Life in One Suitcase.” Written by Ukrainian director Oksana Saiapina, this play tells the story of those who are displaced and the decisions they have to make in the moment. The play connects to Christmas as the events around the first Christmas were not calm and peaceful, but there was a sense of promise and hope.

Other performances in the concert include the Harmony Kids Club in Edinburgh choir, DINA and Viter Kondriyanenko, and John Morran. The evening will also include a fair featuring Ukrainian artists and food from Ukrainian volunteers. There will be a workshop on how to make a motanka, which is a Ukrainian doll.

The goal of the concert is to provide a place where Scottish and Ukrainian cultures can meet and to create a safe space to talk about the war that is still happening.  It also offers a way for attendees to see Christmas from the Ukrainian perspective and connect to both Scottish and Ukrainian culture.

This is Spiders for Ukraine’s first Christmas charity concert, but they have hosted other events in the past. This past summer, the organization hosted a Scottish–Irish–Ukrainian concert in Newhaven, which was shortlisted for this year’s Creative Edinburgh Awards in the Collaboration of the Year category.

“We are delighted to continue building connections through art and supporting those who need our help,” says Inessa Rezanova.

“Written in Light” is organized by Spiders for Ukraine. The Edinburgh-based organization hosts a wide variety of charity concerts and other arts events to raise money to support those impacted by the war in Ukraine. The funds generated by the organization's previous events have provided evacuation vehicles, ambulances, and other humanitarian aid.

Spiders For Ukraine started in 2022 as a way for those who fled to Scotland to escape the war to help those who stayed behind. Spiders for Ukraine centers opened in Edinburgh first and then expanded to Dundee, Aberdeen, and other places. A huge part of the efforts to help out is to weave camouflage nets. These nets resemble spider webs and evoke images of spiders, which is how the organization got its name.

Another project that Spiders For Ukraine has been a part of is the exhibition called “Icons on the Ammunition Boxes.” These icons were painted on ammunition boxes by Ukrainian artists Oles Klymenko and Sonya Atlantova. This exhibition has traveled the world, and the Spiders for Ukraine was the first organization to bring it to Scotland.

If you go:

Date: December 12, 2025 from 6 to 9 pm

Location: Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh, EH1 2QQ

Tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the door. 

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ManxSPCA To Host Annual Christmas Fair

ManxSPCA to host annual Christmas Fair

On December 6, 2025, ManxSPCA is hosting its ManxSPCA Christmas Fair. This year’s event will take place at The Hub in Onchan on the Isle of Mann to increase foot traffic and accessibility for attendees. The event will feature local crafters, fun holiday treats, and gifts for anyone on your list.

This year, there is a wide variety of stalls and activities for the whole family to enjoy. This includes face painting, 3D printed figures, slime from Wild Child Events, festive incense and treats from Shea Candles, crochet gifts, Knits and Pieces, and local makers.

The event began as a small fundraiser to help the animals on the Isle of Mann and has since grown into one of their key events of the season. It combines holiday shopping and a festive atmosphere with the ability to raise funds for animals in need.

This family-friendly event is free to attend. Those who go will be able to support local artisans and crafters and get the chance to meet the makers themselves. Each stall supports local crafters and the ManxSPCA.

There is a £10 stall fee for those wishing to have a stall at the event. This money goes directly to supporting the ManxSPCA’s day-to-day operations. The move to a new location allows there to be more stalls than in previous years due to added space. Not only does the event raise funds for the ManxSPCA, but it also supports local businesses and crafters.

Aside from the stall fee, participants can help raise money for ManxSPCA by visiting charity stalls at the event, entering the raffle, or making a donation. Those who wish to get involved with ManxSPCA through volunteering, becoming members, sponsoring a pen, donating items, or fundraising. 

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Plan.com To Host Annual Santa's On A Bike Charity Ride

 

On December 6, 2025, telecommunications company Plan.com is hosting Santa’s On a Bike, a festive fundraiser benefiting Rebecca’s House Children’s Hospice. This charity bike ride involves people dressing up as Santa and riding their bikes through the streets.

The event kicks off at 9 a.m. with tea and coffee before the ride begins at 10. The riders will journey through the streets before finishing at Rebecca’s House Children’s Hospice. At the end of the event, there will be food and other festivities to celebrate the bike ride.

While registration is free, riders are encouraged to donate to the ride’s JustGivingpage to help the Hospice. The biggest way the event raises money is through a raffle. The prizes this year are a trip to Vegas, a trip to Iceland, and more. The raffle tickets can be bought on the day of or online. The raffle will be drawn on the day of the event. There is also merchandise available for sale, with the proceeds of the sales benefiting the hospice.

The Santa’s On A Bike event began in 2018. Since then, it has raised over £295,000 for Rebecca’s House Children’s Hospice. The idea came from someone who saw it done in the UK, so they thought it could be done to raise money in this way.

“The support we receive from riders, spectators, donors, sponsors, and the Constabulary means the world to us, and we can’t wait to bring everyone together again to spread festive cheer for a fantastic cause,” said Nicola Patterson, the event organizer and Chief People Officer at plan.com, in a press release.

Rebecca’s House Children’s Hospice is a part of Hospice Isle of Man, which was formed in 1983. Since then, the hospice has supported children who have life-limiting, life-threatening illnesses with respite, palliative, and end-of-life care.

If you go:

Date: December 6, 2025; 9 am

Location: No. 5 Victoria Street, Douglas, Isle of Man

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New Hope's Dubliner on the Delaware To Close

On Friday, November 14, 2025, the Dubliner on the Delaware, located in New Hope, Pennsylvania, announced on social media that they will be closing at the end of the year after more than a decade in business.

The pub, which has been a place known for its welcoming atmosphere and its passion for Irish music, will close on December 31, 2025. Patrons of the pub commented on the Facebook post, remembering moments spent at the pub, from first dates to meeting musicians and more.

Irish band Na’Bodach took to Facebook to share their memories of the pub. From listening to the music playlist to performing at the pub, the band had a deep partnership with the pub through the years.

The Dubliner is home to a combination of traditional Irish pub fare and classic American food. It has become known for its Irish music, through bands and traditional Irish music sessions. They have built their reputation of being a beloved pub for New Hope residents and visitors alike.

The pub is still open through the rest of the year and has music events scheduled throughout the coming weeks. Those wanting to go before closing can make reservations by phone, but reservations are not required. 

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Talisk Collaborate With Valtos, Release "Ember"

Cover art for Talisk and Valtos' new single, "Ember," out now.

As a part of their 10th anniversary celebration, Scottish band Talisk released their new single, “Ember,” on November 14, 2025. The song features Scottish electronic band Valtos and has been in the works for the past five years. “Ember” is available to listen to across music streaming platforms.

The live debut of “Ember” will be performed at a special warm-up show at Park Bar on Argyle Street in Glasgow. The performance will take place on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Fewer than 100 people will be able to attend. 

Those who wish to attend need to buy their tickets for the O2 Academy and submit an online ballot to win a chance to see the warm-up show by Sunday, November 16.. Winners will be contacted on Monday, November 17. 

In addition to the single, Talisk is performing a show at the O2 Academy in Glasgow, Scotland on November 22, 2025. The show will feature previous members of Talisk and special guests Valtos, as well as other surprises. eTickets are available now. 

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Cailíní Lua Release Single About Irish Revolutionary Tomás Malone

Irish Minister of Posts and Telegraphs, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

On October 31, 2025, Irish band Cailíní Lua released their new single, “Brave Malone.” The single was recorded, mixed, and mastered at Wanderland Recording. Ben Wanders provided the drums for the song. The release of the single was announced in a Facebook video on October 27, 2025.

The song tells the story of Tomás Malone, who was an Irish republican and nationalist who fought in the 1916 Easter Rising, the Irish War of Independence, and the Irish Civil War. Not only was he passionate about Ireland from a political perspective, he loved all aspects of Irish culture, from music and dance to literature.

The inspiration for the song came when band member Tara Brady, who has a Master's in Public History and Cultural Heritage, was giving a lecture about Malone and his story. Someone came up to her afterwards and said she had not heard about him before, but his story needs to be shared widely.

Brady’s lecture took place on February 13, 2025, in The Roundhill Bar in County Tipperary, Ireland. It covered Malone’s life from the 1916 Rising and the years after. She is one member of Cailíní Lua, an all-women traditional Irish band.

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Celtic Events: November 2025

From ceilis to book festivals and everything in between, there is something for everyone this month, whether you want to embrace your own Celtic roots or learn more about Celtic culture. If you know of any upcoming events, either in November or otherwise, please reach out!

Canada

50th Anniversary Ceili

November 16th, 2025

Saint Brigid's Centre for the Arts

https://saintbrigidscentre.com/upcomingevents/

This event is a celebration of 50 years of Ottowa Irish Arts.  It will feature a live band, dancing, Sons of Scotland Pipes and Drums, and more. Tickets will be sold at the door, but there will be tickets sold in advance as well.

Ireland

Dublin Book Festival

November 5th – 9th 2025

Dublin, Ireland

https://dublinbookfestival.com/

The Dublin Book Festival started in 2006 as has since become one of Ireland’s most successful book festivals. It is a festival that aims to promote and celebrate Ireland’s authors through programming and events that take place throughout Dublin.

New Zealand

Hororata Highland Games

November 8, 2025

Hororata Domain, New Zealand

https://www.hororata.org.nz/highland-games/tickets/

This annual events attracts 10,000 visitors each year to watch 500 people participate in competitions such as caber tossing, highland dancing, and pipe band competitions. There will be no gate sales at this event, so tickets need to be purchased online ahead of time.

Scotland

Aye Write Festival

November 6-16, 2025

Glasgow, Scotland

https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/whats-on/aye-write

Aye Write is Glasgow’s book festival. This year marks the festival’s 20^th anniversary and will feature authors from Scotland and around the world. There are over 130 events planned over the course of the festival to celebrate all things literary.

The Autumn Gathering

November 7-8, 2025

Glasgow, Scotland

https://rscds.org/events/autumn-gathering-2025

The Autumn Gathering is hosted by the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society and features two days of dancing and discussions. The highlights of the event include the Friday evening dance and Saturday ball. Participants can go to the event to participate or just watch.

Scots Fiddle Festival

November 14-16, 2025

Edinburgh, Scotland

https://www.scotsfiddlefestival.com/

The Scots Fiddle Festival began in 1996 and has since held strong to its mission of sustaining traditional Scottish fiddle music. Performers and audience members come to the festival from all over the world to partake in the event. It is a Registered Charity and is run by volunteers.

Oban Winter Festival

November 14-December 21, 2025

Oban, Scotland

https://obanwinterfestival.com/

The Oban Winter Festival was founded in 2011 as a way to kick off winter. Highlights of the event are the Reindeer Parade, the Christmas light switch on, ceilidhs, and light shows. There are things for the whole family to enjoy.

Castle of Light: Fire and Ice

November 21, 2025-January 4, 2026

Edinburgh, Scotland

https://www.edinburghcastle.scot/whats-on/castle-of-light/

Castle of Light is a light projection show that takes place on Edinburgh Castle. It is the UK’s largest annual projection show.  Aside from the light show, there are cafes and street vendors that sell food. The event is outdoors with no access to the inside halls of the Castle.

St. Andrews Night Ceilidh

November 29, 2025

Grassmarket Centre: 86 Candlemaker Row Edinburgh EH1 2QA United Kingdom

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/st-andrews-night-ceilidh-tickets-1549270793649

The St. Andrews Night Ceilidh is filled with traditional Scottish music, dancing, food, and whisky. St. Andrew is Scotland’s patron saint, and this event is a celebration of him. A cash bar is available to add to the party.

 
Big Hoolie St. Andrew's

November 29, 2025

Fife, Scotland

https://www.standrewsday.com/

The Big Hoolie first started in 2017 and is a celebration of St. Andrew. BID St Andrews, Event Scotland Winter Funds, and Fife Council Strategic Events team up to put on this event. The event features a community market, an outdoor Ceilidh, live music, a torch procession, fireworks, and more. 

United States

Annual Wake Event

November 1, 2025

Irish American Museum, Baltimore, MD

https://givebutter.com/LfjNYc

This event honors the tradition that is the Irish wake. This year, the event honors William Feeley, who would be 155 years old and represents the Irish immigrants who came to America to bui a new life. The event features wake games, food, and Blooms of Remembrance.

 
2025 International Famine Commemoration

November 2, 2025

Gaelic Park, Chicago

https://chicagogaelicpark.com/event/2025-international-famine-commemoration/

The International Famine Commemoration honors and remembers the millions of people who died as a result of the Great Famine in Ireland. Communities around the world have hosted the event, and this year is the 12^th commemoration. The event will be officiated by Patrick O’Donovan TD, Ireland’s Minister for Culture, Communications, and Sport.

 
An Irish Heartbeat: A Tribute to Van Morrison

November 2, 2025

Gaelic Park, Chicago

https://chicagogaelicpark.com/event/an-irish-heartbeat-a-musical-tribute-to-van-morrison/

Van Morrison is one of the most famous musicians out there, but many do not realize that he is Irish. The music features a 10-piece band, including singer/songwriter/harp player Derrick Procell. The band will cover the music of Morrison’s nearly 60-year career.

Celtic Fair 2025

Saturday, November 8th

Maine Irish Heritage Center;34 Gray St, Portland, ME, 04102

https://maineirish.com/event/annual-celtic-fair-2025/

The annual Celtic Fair features a luncheon menu, various beverages, baked goods, raffles, music, and more. The event is part of the State Street Holiday Stroll. Crowds are drawn in each year for the luncheon and the entertainment.

 
Mississippi Gulf Coast Scottish Highland Games

November 8-9, 2025

Gulfport, MS

https://www.mshighlandsandislands.com/

These Scottish Highland Games feature highland cows, music, a Ceilidh, performers, historical and genealogical presentations, and more. Tickets can be purchased at the gate on the day of or ahead of time through the website.

 
Maine Irish Song Project with CASTLEBAY

November 15, 2025

Maine Irish Heritage Center

https://maineirish.com/event/maine-irish-song-project-with-castlebay/

Maine’s Irish Song Project is an event that will feature Maine’s Celtic folk duo, Castlebay, as they perform songs from Maine’s traditional Irish songs. The songs will include ballads and more upbeat tracks played on 12-string guitar, Celtic harp, fiddle and tin whistle.

 
A Tribute to Irish Legends

November 23, 2025

Gaelic Park, Chicago

https://chicagogaelicpark.com/event/a-tribute-to-irish-legends/

This tribute concert will honor the likes of Shane MacGowan, Christy Moore, and Luke Kelly. Local Chicago musicians, Larkin-Moran Brothers and Kieran Byrne,  will play the best of these musicians’ work and beyond

 
The Carraig Challenge

November 30, 2025

Gaelic Park, Chicago

https://chicagogaelicpark.com/event/the-carraig-challenge/

This event features a 5k run and a 1.5-mile walk. Those who sign up will receive a Carraig Challenge Sweatshirt, a Carraig pub drink ticket, and post-race food. Proceeds raised from this event benefit Gaelic Park Charities, which assists charities and fundraisers throughout the Chicago area.

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Reflections on Kilted Owl's First Year

 

Today, October 27, 2025, marks the one-year anniversary of starting my Kilted Owl blog! It has been a year of trial and error and of lots of learning, both about Celtic culture and the ins and outs of running a blog. I have achieved a lot, and I have more to go. Here is an overview of what I have learned over this year and what I hope to achieve in the year ahead.

Accomplishments:

Monetized through Google AdSense

I worked hard this year to get my blog monetized. I made sure my content was up to the standards needed and remained consistent in my posting. This hard work paid off, and my blog is now monetized! I am planning on putting the money earned from my blog towards my Ireland trip that I am saving for.

3700 total views

My blog has earned almost 3700 views. I remember being excited when I hit my first 100, them 500, views. I never thought my niche blog about something I love would reach such an audience. I know part of this is due to my efforts in SEO and promoting my blogs, but also finding people who are interested in the same things I am is a huge blessing.

135 posts

This is my blog’s 135^th post. I have written blogs before, but I have never been so consistent have never posted this many articles on those blogs. I am so proud of the articles I have written for this blog and all I have earned and experienced as a result. I am also proud of myself for creating a blog and sticking with it for so long. I have no plans to stop writing this blog in the near future.

New experiences

Over the course of this year, I have pushed myself to experience new things and go to different events. “For my blog” has become a motto for learning new things, going to concerts I would not have before, and branching out to events I have wanted to go to for some time. I got to experience the Rosenbach’s Burns’ Night, go to the Red Hot Chilli Pipers concert near me, and attend my first St. Patrick’s Day parade. These have become core memories for me, and I am so thankful for these experiences that I will cherish forever.

Lessons Learned:

SEO best practices

Over the course of this year, I have learned how to do SEO in a way that is effective. While I still have a lot to learn, I have come a long way and have seen my blog’s view count increase, which has been so rewarding. I aim to keep learning about SEO and to apply this knowledge to my blog to keep accomplishing my goals.

Consistency is key

I tried to write blogs in the past, but I was never interested enough to stay consistent and post regularly. This led me to stop writing on the blogs before they became successful. I am so glad I have remained consistent with Kilted Owl because it has been successful. Writing consistently also allowed me to get monetized. I published one blog every day for a couple of weeks, which led me to be monetized.

Write what you are passionate about

I have written blogs before, but I have struggled to stay consistent with them and to maintain them for as long as I have with this one. Being passionate about what you write will help you remain consistent and will help you stick with it for the long run. I have been passionate about Celtic culture for as long as I can remember, and I joined my high school’s Celtic Cultural Club. I was president my senior year! This passion and knowledge have helped me maintain my blog.

Stay curious

I have a lot of knowledge about Celtic culture from my upbringing as well as my experience in my high school’s Celtic Cultural Club. However, as I have done research for my blog as well as my library’s Celtic Cultural Club, I have learned that there are topics I do not yet know about. One of these was the Highland Clearances, which I studied for the Celtic Club and will be doing a blog post about over the coming weeks.

Do not assume things about each country in an “umbrella” culture

There are seven distinct countries that are classified as Celtic nations. “Celtic” is an umbrella term that links the countries of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, the Isle of Mann, Brittany, Cornwall, and Galicia (this one is debatable/controversial from what I have learned). Like other countries that tend to fall under an umbrella term (Asian, Latin, etc.), Celtic countries each have their own traditions, histories, and cultures, despite there being similarities between them. My goal has been, and continues to be, to represent each of these countries and to differentiate each country’s uniqueness in traditions.

Goals for the next year:

500 blog posts

This post is my 135^th blog post. By this day next year, I hope to reach 500 blog posts. I have a lot more content to write and want to build a backlog so I do not constantly have to write new content each day. I am already building up Halloween content for October 2026 and have a list of album reviews to work on for the rest of this year.

Get my blog on Google’s search engine

Currently, my blog is not visible on Google’s search engine. It is on other search engines, but I want to get it on Google, as that is the most common search engine. I have studied SEO practices for doing so, but have struggled to accomplish this. I hope to continue learning more practices and aim to achieve this goal.

Widen my topics and coverage

I have done my best to represent each of the seven Celtic cultures fairly, but I know I have a lot of work to do in this regard. My hope is that I can learn more about each individual country and represent the lesser-known Celtic nations, such as Brittany, Cornwall, Galicia, and the Isle of Mann, more than I have this year.

10,000 views

My goal for the next year is to see my blog hit 10,000 total views. I am going to continue learning more about SEO best practices and will implement what I learn into my blog. I will continue doing what I am doing to promote the articles I write, and I will be consistent with posting. All of these things, from what I have learned this year, will hopefully help me achieve this goal.

Speak at Klein Camp 2025

One of my big goals, which will hopefully be accomplished over the next couple of weeks, is to speak at the Klein Camp (un)conference in November. It takes place on Temple University’s campus (my alma mater; go Owls!), and I have spoken at it before on music journalism. It was my first time ever presenting on a large scale. Now that I have some experience presenting at the Celtic Club at my library, I hope to present more confidently.

New article types

Over the next year, I hope to do more article types. I want to do Celtic subscription box unboxing, interviews, and more. I also want to go to new types of events, such as ceilidhs.  I will continue to do the article types I have already done in the past and learn new things to share on my blog moving forward.

Message to my readers and supporters

Thank you to everyone who has read and shared my posts over the past year. I have loved putting out articles for you all and hope to continue to do so for many years to come. If anyone has any suggestions for things I should cover (books, movies, musicians/albums, pubs, events, etc) or types of content you would like to see, let me know, and I will do my best to cover them. Thanks for a great year and for all of the support. Here’s to the future!

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Celtic Events: October 2025

From highland games to storytelling festivals, there is something for everyone this month, whether you want to embrace your own Celtic roots or learn more about Celtic culture. If you know of any upcoming events, either in October or otherwise, please reach out!

Australia

CelticFest Warwick

October 4-5, 2025

Warwick Showgrounds

https://www.celticfestqld.com.au/

Warwick is known as the Celtic capital of Queensland, Australia, making it a great location for a Celtic festival. The event is located in Queensland’s Country Downs and is run entirely by volunteers. It boasts a variety of festivities and vendors.

Armdale Highland Gathering and Perth Kilt Run

October 5, 2025

Minnawarra Park: Orchard Ave & Armadale Road, Armadale WA 6112

https://perthkiltrun.com.au/

The Highland Gathering is a free event and does not require a ticket to enter. Those who wish to participate in the Perth Kilt Run need to register through the website. The festival includes pipe bands, highland games, children’s activities, and more.

Canada

ReJigged Festival

October 23–25, 2025

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

https://www.rejiggedfestival.com/

ReJigged seeks to bring everyday people face-to-face with musicians and dancers who came out of the Celtic diaspora. This year, the event is returning to Dartmouth. The event hosts various musicians and workshops for visitors to participate in.

Seaside Highland Games

October 11-12, 2025

Ventura Fairgrounds; 10 W. Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001

https://www.seasidehighlandgames.org/

2025 marks Seaside Highland Games’ 21^st year. The festival has highland games, a parade, music, food, and more. There is even a children’s area, so there is something for all ages to enjoy at the festival.

Ireland

Celtic World Forum

October 21-24, 2025

Fitzpatrick Castle; Killiney, Co.Dublin, Ireland

https://www.celticworldforum.com/

Ireland’s Celtic World Forum brings together lovers of Celtic music and culture. It was started by Éabha McMahon and her management team and has since created memories through various concerts and other experiences.

Scotland

The Enchanted Forest 

October 2-November 2, 2025

Pitlochry, Scotland

https://www.enchantedforest.org.uk/

Visitors of the Luminara at the Enchanted Forest go through an outdoor experience. This year’s event will help connect visitors, creating a historic moment using technology. The Forest is an immersive experience, bringing people together and using technology to reconnect people to nature.

The Royal National Mod

October 10-18, 2025

Fort William, Scotland

https://www.ancomunn.co.uk/nationalmod

The Royal National Mod was founded in Oban in 1891. It is Scotland’s premier Scottish Gaelic language event and brings people together. Besides language events, the Mod hosts other cultural experiences from music and dancing to sports.

Scottish International Storytelling Festival

October 22-November 1, 2025

Edinburgh

https://www.sisf.org.uk/

Storytelling is a crucial part of Celtic culture. This event brings together storytellers and unites them with visitors. Aside from storytelling, there is a variety of music and workshops, among other experiences. While most of the festival is in Edinburgh, there are events throughout Scotland.

Orkney Storytelling Festival

October 23rd-26th, 2025

Orkney, Scotland

https://orkneystorytellingfestival.co.uk/

This year’s Festival features Viking storytellers Jerker Fahlström and Hjörleifur Stefánsson, and talented local voices. It is hosting a variety of workshops and other experiences across the islands. There are even things for children to get involved with.

Samhuinn Fire Festival

October 31, 2025

Edinburgh, Scotland

https://beltane.org/about-samhuinn/

This event celebrates the end of summer and the coming of winter. It hails back to an ancient Celtic festival with a modern twist. The festival is returning to Calton Hill this year. There will be a giant bonfire that will be lit at the start of the rituals.

United States

Hamilton Irish Festival

October 3-4, 2025 (Rain Date: October 5, 2025)

2419 Kuser Road, Hamilton Square, NJ 08690

https://www.trentonaoh.com/music/

Hamilton’s Irish Festival hosts an Irish Pub Night on Friday night and an Irish music festival featuring vendors, bands, kids’ activities, and more on Saturday. The rain date is scheduled for Sunday. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy the music.

Celtic Heritage Day

October 4, 2025

104 Basin St, Bristol, PA 19007

https://www.facebook.com/events/1166899964880101/

This year’s event is the 27^th Celtic Heritage Day in Bristol. It features music, exhibits, dance, food, crafts, and more. Celtic Heritage Day is the Celtic Heritage Foundation’s principal fundraiser, allowing the foundation to provide grants to schools and graduating seniors.

Aztec Highland Games and Celtic Festival

October 4th and 5th, 2025

Riverside Park: Aztec, NM

https://www.aztechighlandgames.com/

This festival features the Highland Games as well as music, dancers, and vendors. Guests are advised to bring their own chairs and blankets. There is some shade, but guests who are viewing the Highland Games are encouraged to bring an umbrella.

McMinnville Scottish Festival

October 4-5, 2025

Yamhill County Fairgrounds, McMinnville, TN

https://celticheritage.org/mac-scottish-festival/

McMinnville is known for its small-town charm. Their Scottish festival combines Highland Games, Music, and vendors for an experience guests will love. While there are benches and picnic tables, guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets.

Oklahoma Highland Gathering

October 10-12, 2025

Choctaw Creek Park, Oklahoma

https://unitedscotsok.com/festival

This year marks the 25^th anniversary of the Oklahoma Highland Gathering. Aside from the highland games, the festival features dancers, music, vendors, and more. The festival is a celebration of Scottish and Celtic culture.

South Jersey Celtic Festival

October 11-12, 2025

Burlington County Fairgrounds

https://sjceltic.org

This rain or shine event features music, dancers, food, and more. It takes place at the Burlington County Fairgrounds. This event is dog-friendly. Those who wish to participate as an organization, vendor, or athlete can find information on the festival’s website.

Scotland (CT) Highland Games

October 12, 2025

Brooklyn Fairgrounds - 15 Fairgrounds Rd., Brooklyn, CT 06234

http://scotlandgames.org

This Highland Games and festival will take place at the Brooklyn Fairgrounds. Tickets are available online and at the gate (some have reported issues ordering advance tickets). The event will include highland games, music, vendors, and more.

Stone Mountain Scottish Festival and Highland Games

October 17-19, 2025

Stone Mountain Park: 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd; Stone Mountain, GA. 30083

https://www.smhg.org/

This year marks the 53^rd Stone Mountain Festival and Highland Games. The event will feature a highland games, music, dancing, and vendors. Guests are encouraged to park in the outer lots and take a shuttle to the festival.

Scots on the Rocks Moab Celtic Festival

October 17-19, 2025

250 E Center St Moab, UT 84532

https://www.scotsontherocksmoab.org/

This event features Highland Games, music, dancing, vendors, and more. Tickets can be purchased online or at the front gate. There are discounts available for military, students, and seniors to take advantage of.

Tuscon Celtic Festival

October 24-26, 2025

Rillito Park Race Track, Tuscon, Arizona

https://tucsoncelticfestival.org/

This year marks the 39^th Tuscon Celtic Festival. The festival celebrates various aspects of Celtic culture, from the Highland Games to music and more. There is even a children’s section, so there is something for everyone in your family to enjoy.

Charleston Tartan Ball

October 31, 2025

Daniel Island Club: 600 Island Park Drive, Charleston, SC

https://www.burnscharleston.org/2025-tartan-ball

This ball will feature a meal from options listed on the website. Music will be provided by Swingsation Orchestra and dancing is encouraged. The dress code for the event is Black-Tie, Mess Dress, or Highland Evening Dress. 

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Celtic Events: September 2025

 

From Celtic festivals to Highland Games and everything in between, there are plenty of things to do around the world in January that will connect you to your Celtic roots! If you know of any upcoming events, either in September or otherwise, please reach out!

Canada

Canmore Highland Games
August 30-31, 2025
Centennial Park, Canmore, Canada
https://canmorehighlandgames.ca/

The mission of the Canmore Highland Games is to celebrate and honor Celtic culture through dance, music, and sports. The event features fun things for the whole family to enjoy, from the traditional highland games and a tug of war to Ceilidh dancing.

Celtic Island Music Festival 
September 13, 2025
Toronto Island, Canada
https://standrewstoronto.ca/sast_event/celtic-island-music-festival/

This music festival is hosted by the St. Patrick’s Parade Society of Toronto along with LIUNA and the St. Andrew’s Society. This event marks the anniversary of the Scottish coming to Canada (the ship, Hector, arrived in September of 1773 in Pictou, Nova Scotia) as well as the six-month countdown until St. Patrick’s Day. The festival includes music and dance performances.

Scotland

Wigtown Book Festival
September 26-October 5, 2025
Galloway and Dumfries, Scotland
https://www.wigtownbookfestival.com/

Wigtown is Scotland’s National Book Town and is home to 17 secondhand bookshops. The Book Festival was founded in 1999 is a well-loved book event and boasts more than 250 events, including music, theatre, and visual art, for all ages to enjoy. It takes place over the course of 10 days in south-west Scotland.

Shetland Wool Week
September 28-October 5, 2025
Shetland, Scotland
https://www.shetlandwoolweek.com/

Shetland Wool Week is a world-renowned celebration of Shetland’s native sheep, the islands’ textile industry, and the islands’ farming community. The event began 16 years ago and now boasts exhibitions, classes, and events that encompass all aspects of wool-related things. There are things to do this week on the entire group of Shetland islands.

USA

Edinboro Highland Games and Scottish Festival

September 4-6, 2025

Pennsylvania Western University, Edinboro, PA

https://www.pennwest.edu/campuses/edinboro/highland-games/index.php

The Edinboro Highland Games and Scottish Festival is held on the campus of Pennsylvania Western University in Edinboro, PA. The first festival was held in April of 1993 after Dr. Tim Thompson’s communication classes helped to plan it. Since then, the festival has carried on the tradition of celebrating Scottish culture with music, Highland Games, vendors, and more. 

Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival
September 5-7, 2025
1209 Manford Ave, Estes Park, CO
https://www.scotfest.com/

The Longs Peak Scottish Irish Festival is home to a variety of events, from athletic events to various performances. Typically, there is a parade in downtown Estes, but it was cancelled this year due to unforeseen circumstances. Estes Park is considered the Celtic Capital of North America, and this festival celebrates all things related to Celtic culture.

Michigan Irish Music Festival
September 11-14, 2025
Heritage Landing, Muskegon, MI
https://michiganirish.org/

The Michigan Irish Music Festival is Michigan’s largest event that celebrates Irish music and culture. It takes place at Muskegon Lake . Tickets can be purchased either online in advance or at the box office the day of. The festival uses Blarney Bucks as currency, which are only good at the current year’s festival. Unused Blarney Bucks can be used to tip volunteers, who will donate the unused Blarney Bucks to a food pantry. Festival and artist merchandise can be purchased with cash or credit cards, and other purchases depend on the vendor.

Samuel Beckett’s Celtic Festival

September 13, 2025, 12-6 PM
Samuel Beckett’s Irish Pub, Village at Shirlington; 2800 S. Randolph St, Suite 110

Arlington, VA 22206
https://samuelbecketts.com/celtic-festival/

Samuel Beckett's Irish Pub hosts a Celtic festival each year. The festival will have Irish music and dance as well as vendors. Campbell Avenue will shut down so those attending can check out the vendors and enjoy the neighborhood. The event runs from 12 pm to 6 pm. Makers who are interested in being included in the makers' market should get in touch with the band. 

Great Basin Highland Games

September 13-14, 2025

Gandolfo Arena 2200 Loop Road, Sparks, Nevada 89434

https://greatbasingames.com/

The Great Basin Highland Games takes place at the Gandolfo Arena in Sparks, Nevada. Tickets can be purchased either in advance online or at the event. Aside from the Games, there are other activities, including vendors, clans, and even a chance for kids to practice with the Games equipment and feed highland cows.

New Hampshire Highland Games
September 19-21, 2025 
Loon Mountain Resort in Lincoln, NH
http://www.nhscot.org/

The New Hampshire Highland Games is happening from September 19^th to the 21^st this year. This year marks the 50^th anniversary of this event that celebrates Scottish culture. They take place at the Loon Mountain Resort in Lincoln, New Hampshire. The event includes highland games, music, classes, and more for the family to enjoy.

Irish Fest of the Fox Cities
September 19-20, 2025
Appleton, Wisconsin
https://www.irishfestfoxcities.com/experience

This festival is a family-friendly event in downtown Appleton. There are performers, food and drink, vendors, and even a Celtic Mass at St. Mary Parish. The event has something for all ages, including a children’s area with a story time, magician, facepainting, and more. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. Children under 12 can attend for free!

Central KY Celtic Festival & Highland Games

September 20-21, 2025
Eminence, KY

https://www.kyrenfaire.com/about-3

This Celtic festival is a part of the Kentucky Renaissance Faire in Eminence, KY. There are vendors as well as live music, a children's Highland Games, and more. The event also hosts clans, so guests can find the clans that their families may have belonged to. It is a family-friendly event, with some activities geared towards children. 

Fresno Scottish Gathering and Games

September 20, 2025

Fresno, CA

https://www.fresnoscottishsociety.com/

This event takes place in Fresno, California. Tickets are on sale on the festival's website, and children 12 and under get in for free. The event celebrates all things Scottish. Guests are advised to enter through the entrance on California Avenue. 

Shamrocks & Shenanigans Weekend at the PA Renaissance Faire
September 20 & 21, 2025
Mount Hope Estate & Winery; 2775 Lebanon Road, Manheim, PA 17545
https://www.parenfaire.com/themedweekends.html

The PA Renaissance is having a Shamrocks and Shenanigans themed weekend, complete with a kilt competition, a highland games for the wee ones, and a costume contest for dogs. The schedule of events and performers will be posted on their website soon, so check back to see all of the weekend’s offerings.

Celtic Classic
September 26 - 28, 2025
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
https://celticfest.org/

The Celtic Classic is an annual Celtic festival that takes place from September 26 to 28 this year. The event features a poetry contest, vendors, musicians, and a highland games. Visitors are advised that the event is cashless and only card payments are accepted. If you have cash, it can be exchanged for a gift card at the booth in the Grand Pavillion.

Litchfield Hills Highland Games
September 28, 2025
Lime Rock Park
https://limerock.com/community-events/litchfield-hills-highland-games/

The Litchfield Hills Highland Games celebrate Scottish culture. While the main focus is the athletic events, guests have other opportunities to partake in other aspects of Celtic culture, from food to heritage events. There are things for the whole family to participate in, even young kids! 

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Mothers Against Genocide Release "A Mother's Heart for Palestine"

The Mothers Against Genocide choir teamed up with Irish musicians to release the single and video of “A Mother’s Heart for Palestine.” The song is a reimagining of the classic Eleanor McEvoy song, “A Woman’s Heart.

This rendition of the song features the original “A Woman’s Heart” singer, Mary Black, with Róisín el Cherif, Ríoghnach Connolly, Áine Tyrrell, Leen, and Sailhymn. Aziz Abushark played kanun on the track. The lyrics were reworked by Fionnuala Nic Thom.

Others involved in the song include music producer Donal O’Connor from Redbox Studios in Belfast. Additional recording was done by Peter Eades at the Playroom in Dublin and by Paul Mulligan at Audiomonkey in Kinvara.

The song is available to download for a donation. All proceeds raised from the song will be donated to help Gaza. Aside from the song, there are other merchandise and donation options for those who want to support the cause. The money raised supports a variety of projects that the organization supports.

Along with the audio single, there is also a video that was released on YouTube. It features footage of the musicians as well as video of Gaza. It captures the emotion of what is happening and the reality of the events going on. The video was edited by Gerard Black and directed by Gerard Black, Clem Bradley, and Creative Workers Cooperative.

Mothers Against Genocide is a grassroots organization that is raising awareness and funds to help free Palestine and aid Gaza. They have a number of partner organizations that they support, including a clean water project. Aside from financially supporting the organization, there is an option to learn about what is happening and what everyday people can do to join the resistance and make a difference. 

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Reverie Road Releases Single, Prepares for Tour

(Source: https://reverieroad.bandcamp.com/track/spencer-the-rover)

Celtic band Reverie Road released their latest single, “Spencer the Rover,” on May 13, 2025. It was produced by Donogh Hennessy in Dingle, Co. Kerry, Ireland. This song is the band’s first song with lyrics and vocals.

The song features Evanston-based singer Liam Kantor. Kantor performed with Reverie Road in 2024 and will be accompanying them on select tour dates for their Midwest US tour in a few weeks.

“Spencer the Rover” is available now on Bandcamp and will be available worldwide across other streaming platforms on May 29, 2025. Fans and listeners are encouraged to presavethe song on Spotify ahead of the May 29 release.

Reverie Road is made up of Winifred Horan on fiddle, John Williams on accordion, former Gaelic Storm member Katie Grennan on fiddle, and Steinway Artist Jazz and Raga pianist Utsav Lal. Horan and Williams were founding members of the Celtic music group, Solas.

Liam Kantor is a Wisconsin native who now lives in Evanston, Illinois. He is known for his versatility in being a vocalist and instrumentalist across various folk styles from New England to Celtic styles and others.

Reverie Road is also preparing for a 5-city tour in the United States. The tour is kicking of in St. Paul on May 30^th and will take the band across the midwestern United States. Tickets are available now here.

The tour dates are as follows:

-5/30 - Saint Paul, MN

- 5/31 - Madison, WI

- 6/1 - Madison, WI

-6/2 - Evanston, IL

-6/3 - Ann Arbor, MI

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Harp Twins, Volfgang Twins Release Track List, Music Videos of New Album Tracks

(Source: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/harptwins/ice-storm)

Nordic Celtic harp duo, The Harp Twins, alongside the Volfgang Twins, have released the track list as well as two music videos of songs off their upcoming collaboration album, “Ice Storm.” The songs on the album are Nordic-inspired, and the album features 10 original tracks as well as five cover songs.

Track List:

1. Ice Storm

2. Call of the Valkyries

3. Tundra

4. Sacred Mountain

5. Vallet of the Ancients

6. Whispering Giants

7. Visions

8. Spirit of the Mist

9. Frost

10. Ice Troll

Bonus Tracks:

11. If I Had A Heart (Vikings' Theme)

12. Paranoid

13. Game of Thrones Theme

14. Immigrant Song

15. Paint It Black

The Harp Twins and Volfgang Twins have also released two music videos featuring tracks from their new album.

“Call of the Valkyries” features harps, voices, and drums. The song features mythological Valkyries, which translates to “chooser of the slain." It is said that these creatures guide those who have been slain to the afterlife. The video was shot in Alaska under the summer solstice’s midnight sun. It was filmed by Diane Carlson (Harp Twins’ mom) and edited by Camille and Kennerly Kit (the Harp Twins).

“Ice Troll” features harps, voices, drums, and their new custom dragon tagelharpas. The video was filmed by Diane Carlson and edited by Camille and Kennerly Kitt. The song tells the tale of the Ice Troll, a creature the Harp Twins created themselves.

The Harp Twins are identical twins Camille and Kennerly Kitt. They are based out of Illinois, have become the most recognized harp duo in their world thanks to their ability to cross genre boundaries.

The Volfgang Twins are Drømil and Drømal Vølfgang. Their music, art, and style have been influenced by their Germanic heritage.

The album is available for preorder on Kickstarter until April 26, 2025. Aside from the album, supporters have the option to support the album at varying levels to get different types of merchandise. 

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Glenside, Pennsylvania to Host St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival

On Saturday, March 8, 2025, Glenside will hold its first annual St. Patrick’s Day parade and festival. The event kicks off at 1 p.m. with the parade, which begins at the intersection of Parkdale and Abington Avenues. The parade continues down Edgley Avenue, Mt. Carmel Avenue, and Keswick Avenue before concluding at Keswick Village. After the parade, the festival will begin in Keswick Village.

According to Tim McLoone, the parade and festival was started as a tribute to and celebration of the Irish heritage that exists in the Glenside community.

“Glenside has a rich Irish history with many families who emigrated here from Ireland years ago,” says McLoone. “ It only seems fitting to celebrate that and recognize the Irish culture that is ever present in the community.”

The parade will feature marching bands, dance troupes, local organizations, and a variety of floats. The festival will feature food, vendors, live music, kids’ activities, and more. A list of performances and the stages can be viewed here. Parking will be available on side streets.

“We hope that it will be a nice enhancement to an already great group of community events that are hosted in Glenside each year and bring together the community in a new and special way,” says McLoone.

The event is being organized by the Glenside St. Patrick's Day Parade Association. Committee members include Colleen McDermott, Tom Hendel, Jamey Piggott, Caiti Croke, Noreen McAleer, Megan Glanz, Tom Regan, Linda Gerhard, Jen Eyre, Tim McLoone, Maureen Haff, Jamie Breznicky, Bill Donahue, Kerri Donahue, Matt Hungerford and Molly Stanton.

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