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Martin Sexton tours in support of the 25th anniversary of Live Wide Open, his critically acclaimed double-vinyl live album. The show features fan favorites alongside new material and surprise covers. From The Fillmore to Carnegie Hall, Sexton has influenced a generation of artists, with songs featured in Scrubs, Parenthood, Masters of Sex, and numerous films—though it’s…
Rooted in tradition with an ear toward the future, contemporary folk duo Rakish embodies earnest musical exploration and demonstrates an infectious playfulness on stage. In their sound together, it is evident the two friends share an unbridled love for the traditional sounds of Celtic and American music, and the tight ensemble of a group with…
Sing Me Alive Tour 2026 With the 2014 formation of I’m With Her, singer/songwriters Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, and Sara Watkins introduced an essential new force into the world of folk music: a close-knit alliance of highly esteemed musicians, each graced with a deep understanding of folk tradition and unbridled passion for expanding its possibilities….
Banjo virtuoso Noam Pikelny joins forces with master fiddler Stuart Duncan for a dazzling evening of bluegrass and acoustic music, blending jaw-dropping technique, inventive arrangements, and deep roots tradition from two of the genre’s most celebrated artists. Noam Pikelny is widely recognized as the preeminent banjoist of his generation. Hailed by the Chicago Tribune as the…
2 Shows: 4 pm & 8 pm Ireland’s leading folk group, The High Kings, are set to excite fans once again with the announcement of their Rocky Road Tour 2026. As global ambassadors of Irish heritage and storytelling, The High Kings have consistently brought the timeless tradition of folk music to audiences worldwide, earning them…
Massachusetts comes alive each summer with outdoor festivals and festivities. We’ve compiled these top festivals throughout the Bay State – including these four with a distinctly rish/Celtic flavor. Enjoy! July 18GLASGOW LANDS SCOTTISH FESTIVALLook Park, Florence, Northampton The 31st Annual Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival on July 18 attracts local residents and visitors from everywhere! Nestled…
By Irish Boston Tourism Newsroom The Celtic spirit is alive and well in New England, fortified over centuries by generations of immigrants arriving from Ireland, Scotland and Canada, and replenished today by a constant flow of authentic, high level Celtic culture embedded in the region. That fine tradition continues in 2026, as scores of musicians,…
Tee It Up for the Cure is the Michael J. Dunleavy Foundation’s annual signature event, and a driving force behind its mission. The event pairs a memorable day at Turner Hill with a mission that is personal, credible and deeply rooted in community – helping channel Michael’s legacy into lasting support for children and families…
Exploring Celtic Roots & Branches Immerse yourself in a captivating weekend of music, storytelling and cultural exchange at the Rockport Celtic Festival, where tradition meets innovation in a stunning seaside setting. Led by artistic director Maeve Gilchrist, this year’s festival welcomes acclaimed artists from across the Celtic world and beyond, weaving together Irish, Scottish, Breton,…
Rev. James T. O’Reilly OSA Division Eight Ancient Order of Hibernians Lawrence, Massachusetts “155 Years of Dedication to Religion, Heritage, Charity and Community” Irish Heritage Month March 2026 Lawrence, Massachusetts Preserving and Fostering our Heritage and Culture Sunday, March 1, 2026 “AN AFTERNOON OF IRISH MUSIC WITH BRIAN CORCORAN” Lawrence Heritage State Park Visitors…
Áine Minogue is an award-winning harpist, singer, arranger and composer who has entertained presidents and prime ministers. She has traveled extensively to perform at concerts across the United States and around the world. Join Áine to celebration St. Patrick’s month in music song and story at Wright Locke Farm’s beautiful, acoustically gorgeous barn, for an…
December 5-21, 2025 By Matthew Keenan Directed by Weylin Symes New England Premiere Presented by Greater Boston Stage Company Christmas spirits, Irish humor, and a holiday to remember. It’s Christmas Eve in David’s cozy Dublin pub, and the ghosts of his past are finally catching up with him. This comic and heartfelt tribute to Dickens’…
2 Shows: 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. The beloved Irish folk supergroup, called the “hottest Irish acoustic band on the planet” (The Irish Echo) returns for a festive holiday concert celebrating the winter solstice. Don’t miss some of the finest pickers, pipers and fiddlers in the world—Lúnasa will get your spirit (and your feet) moving!…
Get ready for the brand-new Celtic Family Christmas…PARTY! You’ll have plenty of time to sip eggnog by the fire, but not on this night… So buckle up and join Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy, their growing family, and their world-class band as they guide you through an exhilarating exploration of the Christmas season. Featuring exciting…
From her home base in Boston, Lori McKenna has carved out an enviable niche for herself as one of Nashville’s most in-demand songwriters, all while maintaining a prolific and remarkably consistent career as a solo artist. The release of her anticipated album,1988, adds to a series of landmark years for McKenna and follows three widely…
Folk music or roots music, classical or chamber, jazz or world music – everything sounds sublime and inspiring at Shalin Liu Performance Center in Rockport, MA. Curated by Rockport Music, this acoustically brilliant concert venue offers a stellar schedule of live performance year after year to this scenic fishing town north of Boston. All summer,…
The acclaimed folk-rock trio, which has amassed more than 65 million Spotify streams, returns to touring in support of their highly anticipated fifth studio album, Embers—a mesmerizing collection of acoustic-driven, three-part harmonies. A rare independent success, The Sweet Remains have surpassed 65 million streams on Spotify, earning a devoted global following. Formed by Rich Price…
Big Richard brings their electrifying harmonies, fiery virtuosity and bold bluegrass energy to Rockport! Fresh off the release of their acclaimed debut album Girl Dinner, this all-female supergroup delivers a must-see night of high-energy musicianship and irreverent charm. Since exploding onto the Colorado scene in 2021, the four women of the supergroup Big Richard have…
Lauded for its “down-home melodies and exuberant improvisation” (The Times, London), the Hot Club of Cowtown has always woven a combination of seemingly disparate styles together to its own magical effect, remaining “conscious always that above all else, the music is for dancing and an old-fashioned good time” (New York Times). “An arsenal full of technique…
AJ Lee & Blue Summit are an award-winning, energetic, charming, and technically jaw-dropping band quickly rising on the national roots music scene. “With citrusy melodies full of zest and spark, AJ Lee & Blue Summit demonstrate that California bluegrass is alive and well… AJ’s velvety vocals blend seamlessly atop the many textures and tones this…
The “King of Telluride” delivers Rockport the high-energy, jazz and rock-infused newgrass that earned him an Americana Music Association Lifetime Achievement Award. Sam Bush, a pioneering force in progressive bluegrass, has spent over five decades redefining the genre with his signature mandolin style and genre-blending approach. Born in Bowling Green, Kentucky, he was immersed in…
PARKER QUARTET: Daniel Chong, violin | Ken Hamao, violin | Jessica Bodner, viola | Kee-Hyun Kim, cello Internationally recognized for their “fearless, yet probingly beautiful” (The Strad) performances, the Grammy Award-winning Parker Quartet has distinguished itself as one of the preeminent ensembles of its generation. They are renowned for their fresh and unique approach to…
Back by popular demand, singer-songwriter Liz Longley returns to Rockport with her stop-you-in-your-tracks voice in support of her latest EP It’s Me Again. Based out of Nashville, Longley’s deeply emotional music has earned accolades from some of the most prestigious songwriting competitions in the country, including the BMI John Lennon Songwriting Scholarship Competition. For this…
Experience the globally prestigious Pink Martini in Rockport! Blending jazz, classical and vintage pop with multilingual flair, this “little orchestra” has delivered electrifying performances that transports audiences around the world for more than 30 years. Featuring a dozen musicians with songs in 25 languages, Pink Martini performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages and with…
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