IPC Presents: Monthly Irish Music Session

Illustrations of Celtic instruments (harp, violin, etc) on a background of musical notes. Text: Traditional Irish Music Session

Join the Irish Pastoral Centre on April 27th at the IPC Hallet Street headquarters to celebrate Easter and spring with the monthly traditional Irish music session. It’s a great way to welcome the spring season! Pre-registration is required.

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ICC Presents: Afternoon Tea and Fashion Show

Three fashionable women enjoying an afternoon of tea

The Women’s Auxiliary of the ICC invite you to afternoon tea and their annual Spring Fashion Show on Sunday, April 23th at 2:00 p.m. Enjoy a fun event with fashion for the whole family! Relax with afternoon tea or a cocktail while enjoying fashion fun in the perfect setting at the Irish Cultural Centre.

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Eric Bibb with Michael Jerome Browne

Eric Bibb has secured his legacy as a legendary figure in the blues and roots genre. Eric will be joined by multi-instrumentalist Michael Jerome Brown. Beyond conventional genres, Bibb is labeled a bluesman, but he defies categorization, seamlessly sliding between musical realms. Grounded in the folk and blues tradition with contemporary sensibilities, Bibb’s music reflects…

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ICC Presents: Diarmuid Ó Meachair

Diarmuid Omeachair

A native Irish speaker from Cúil Aodha in the Múscraí Gaeltacht, Diarmuid is one of the most exciting accordion players of his generation. Part of the accordion and melodeon teaching staff at the Music Department at UCC, he was awarded the prestigious Young Musician of the year award from TG4 in 2022. He has won…

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Odyssey

Odyssey Event Poster

Tara Breen has numerous All Ireland titles on the fiddle and tours regularly with The Chieftains, Stockton’s wing and as a solo performer. Pádraig Rynne is considered a leading figure in Irish music and is founding member of well-known bands such as NOTIFY and Guidewires. Jim Murray has been one of the most sought after…

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BRT Presents: Väsen Duo

Vasen Duo performing on stage

After 30+ years Väsen has moved into a new phase. Olov Johansson and Mikael Marin continue as Väsen, now as a duo with exciting new material and a refined sound and stage presence that makes them unique. With their playful and perfect interplay, they seem to have telepathic communication as musicians, now touring and recording…

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The Declaration of Independence: A Guide for Our Times

Historic, 3-story, yellow home

In observance of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, the Hingham Historical Society’s lecture series will explore the saga of our nation’s founding drama. Entitled, ‘Revisiting the American Revolution,’ this seven part lecture series promises to explain the Revolution’s causes, how it was fought and won, and its ramifications for us today. Lecturers are…

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Air Supply: 50th Anniversary Celebration

Air Supply performing on stage

2025 will bring more seemingly nonstop rousing performances of the smash hits by their powerhouse band. Under musical direction of lead guitarist Aaron McLain, the ensemble includes Mirko Tessandori (piano/keyboards/vocals), Pavel Valdman (drums) and Doug Gild (bass). Graham and Russell will mark their milestone with exciting projects in a variety of media. These include a…

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Dine Out Boston 2025

Smiling couple enjoying a meal

Formerly known as Restaurant Week Boston®, Dine Out Boston offers some of Boston’s finest dining. Try a new restaurant or get back to an old favorite. Enjoy a multi-course prix fixe lunch or dinner served at one of the participating restaurants. Each participating restaurant selects one of the four price options. Also, check back for…

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The Irish And How They Got That Way

The Irish and How They Got That Way Event Logo

Presented by Greater Boston Stage Company Runs through March 16 Created by Pulitzer Prize winning author, Frank McCourt (Angela’s Ashes), this revue is a celebration of a heritage that confronts adversity with determination, good humor, music, and a love of life. McCourt’s wit, insight and boundless love for the Irish are underscored by music extending…

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Dine Out Boston

Couple dining out

Dine Out Boston offers visitors and locals the perfect opportunity to discover why Boston is one of the culinary capitals of the world!  Taking place on February 23 to March 15, 2025, Dine Out Boston features dozens of participating restaurants offering prix fixe menus at multiple price points for lunch and dinner. From seafood and…

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Patriot Place Irish Festival Expands to Three Days, March 15-17, 2025

Girls Irish dancing

The 14th Annual Irish Festival at Patriot Place, one of the region’s most popular events each March, is expanding in 2025 as it goes from a one to three-day celebration of Irish culture in greater Boston on March 15-17.  The events at Patriot Place North Marketplace is free and open to the public and takes…

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Ten Ways To Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day In Massachusetts

Woman playing bagpipes

Massachusetts is rolling out the emerald carpet for St. Patrick’s Day this March, as one of America’s most Irish-American states celebrates its distinct culture and ethnic heritage. The Boston Irish Tourism Association (BITA) has issued its annual recommendations for enjoying the region’s St. Patrick’s Day season in a fun and meaningful way. “Today, nearly 20%…

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2025 Manchester St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Marching band playing wind instruments in parade

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade starts at noon on Elm Street at the intersection with Salmon and continues south along Elm Street.The St. Patrick’s Day Parade starts at noon on Elm Street at the intersection with Salmon and continues south along Elm Street.

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2025 Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Horse drawn carriage on street for parade

Starts: Downtown Holyoke. 413 533-1700 Race Headquarters: 143 Maple St (100 Yards in front of Start Line) The parade begins at Kmart Plaza on Rt. 5 (Northampton Street) and ends on High Street. Road closures typically begin 1 hour hour prior to kick off. The parade is 2.65 miles long and can take up to…

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2025 Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Little girl in vibrant colored outfit marching in parade

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is held annually on March 17th beginning at Noon. St. Patrick’s Festivals, the largest celebration of Irish Culture and Heritage in the world, returns from March 14 – 17, 2025!

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2025 Scituate St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Men dressed in colonial outfits with muskets ready for parade

Starts: Gate Middle School, First Parish Rd. 781 545-6671 The parade runs from the old Gate’s Middle School on First Parish Rd. through downtown Front St. Scituate Harbor and ends at 44 Jericho Rd. It is now considered the largest St. Patrick’s parade on the South Shore.

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2025 New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Men in kilts marching in New Haven Connecticut in Saint Patrick's Day Parade

Starts: Park Avenue 508 753-7197 The parade begins on Chapel Street at Sherman Avenue, and continues on Chapel Street toward the Green. The route turns left onto Church Street, down to Elm Street, and disburses by Orange Street.

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2025 Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade

People in kilts marching in Newport Rhode Island Saint Patrick's Day Parade

Rain or Shine Starts: City Hall, Newport, RI 401-846-5081 Find your best green attire, watch for leprechauns, and join in the revelry to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Newport! Get your Green on and experience the fun and excitement of the longest running Saint Patrick’s Day parade in New England. The celebration kicks off promptly…

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