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By Irish Boston Tourism Newsroom Galway native Róisín Lee is a welcome presence on the Boston Irish scene since arriving here in September 2023. From her role at the Irish Pastoral Centre in Dorchester (IPC) to playing and publicizing GAA games at the Irish Cultural Centre in Canton (ICC) she brings her love of Gaeilge…
Irish Cultural Centre’s 14th Annual 5K Road Race and Children’s Fun Run is on Sunday September 13th, 2026. The day starts with the 5K race at 9:30 am and is followed by a FREE Children’s Fun Run at 11:00am for children ages U3, U5, U7 and U9. Short sleeved commemorative t-shirts will be given to…
By Irish Boston Tourism Newsroom The magic of the highlands sparkles in Western Massachusetts this summer as the 31st Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival returns in splendor to Florence in Northampton on Saturday, July 18. Billed as the only festival of its kind in Massachusetts and the second largest in New England, this rain-or-shine celebration in…
The Irish Cultural Centre’s annual golf tournament is one of its largest fundraisers each year. Now in it’s 36th year, the golf tournament has provided an opportunity for the Centre to raise critical funds down through the years. The 36th annual golf tournament will be held at Brookmeadow Country Club in Canton, MA on Friday,…
This event consistently sells out so grab your tix fast! Register here. Check-in & Breakfast – 7:00 – 9:00am Shotgun Start – 9:00am Reception – 3:00pm In the spirit of giving back, Meet Boston proudly supports the Pine Street Inn, and its iCater and Housekeeping programs. Reception and hole sponsorship opportunities are available. Foursomes are available…
Holyoke, Mass. – January 22, 2026 – The St. Patrick’s Committee of Holyoke today announced that celebrated Irish professional boxer and Olympic gold medalist Katie Taylor has been selected as the 33rd Ambassador Award recipient. This prestigious honor is presented annually to an individual or group that has worked to strengthen the relationship between the…
Kick off the Holyoke Parade Weekend with an epic block party! Enjoy a free shuttle service from Holyoke Community College to the starting area. Major Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place and Women’s winner. Awards winners will be announced and notified via text if they win. Winners can pick up their prize at Race Headquarters following…
Government officials, collegiate hockey representatives and tourism officials gathered at the Massachusetts State House in Boston today to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the Friendship Four ice hockey tournaments in Belfast, Northern Ireland and to announce upcoming schedules for 2026, 2027 and 2028. Launched in 2015, the Friendship Four is the first and only…
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There’s still time to secure the early-bird rate, so please assemble your team and secure your spot early as this event consistently sells out! Foursomes are $1,250 if purchased before May 1st, and $1,350 if purchased after May 1st. In the spirit of giving back, Meet Boston proudly continues its support of The Preston Settles…
Race 2 Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the delightful Guinness Celtic 5K in Worcester, MA! Taking place on Sunday, March 16, 2025, this lively race celebrates the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with a fun-filled 5K course that welcomes both runners and walkers. The event…
Runners will receive Long Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt (t-shirt guarantee deadline: must be registered by 3/9/2025), Finisher medal (NEW to 2025 – all registrants will receive a medal), 1 beer at the post-race party (Must be 21+ with a valid ID), Virtual Runners: Long Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt + medal (must be registered by 3/1/2025 at 11:59…
Kick off the Holyoke Parade Weekend with an epic block party! Enjoy a free shuttle service from Holyoke Community College to the starting area. Major Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place and Women’s winner. Awards winners will be announced and notified via text if they win. Winners can pick up their prize at Race Headquarters following…
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