Irish Cultural Gems

Learn who St. Patrick was, how March 17 became a global celebration, and why Irish-American parades, music, and dance shaped modern St. Patrick’s Day traditions.

This March, the spirit of Ireland arrives in Folsom, California as St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland opens its North American tour at the Harris Center for the Arts. The opening night performance takes place Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM and sets the tone for a nationwide celebration of Irish music, song, and dance.

St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland is a live celebration of Irish music, song, and dance, brought to you by Kerry Irish Productions each March. The show combines world-class Irish dancers with a powerful live band to create a theatre experience filled with joy and tradition. Irish News & Entertainment calls it “rip-roaring music, song and dance” and “the epitome of family entertainment.” The performance features champion dancers from shows such as Riverdance , Lord of the Dance

Due to Popular Demand, Another Show Added! San Jose, get ready for the rhythm, warmth, and joy of Ireland this holiday season! After last year’s enthusiastic response, An Irish Christmas  returns to the Hammer Theatre Center  for two unforgettable performances : Tuesday, December 16, 2025 – 7:30 PM Wednesday, December 17, 2025 – 7:30 PM Tickets:  $40–$85. Buy Now ! About San Jose, California The capital of Silicon Valley is also one of California’s most vibrant cultural citi

Long before carved pumpkins, trick-or-treating, or haunted houses, Halloween was born in Ireland. Known originally as Samhain (pronounced SOW-in), the Celtic festival marked the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter, a time when the veil between the living and the spirit world was believed to be at its thinnest.

Two Shows Only, December 19 & 20 The magic of Ireland returns to California’s Central Coast when An Irish Christmas  takes the stage for two unforgettable performances  at the Clark Center for the Performing Arts  in Arroyo Grande : Friday, December 19, 2025 – 7:30 PM Saturday, December 20, 2025 – 2:00 PM Tickets range from $35–$80  and are available now at clarkcenter.org/shows/an-irish-christmas . Presented by Kerry Irish Productions , An Irish Christmas  brings world-champ

A Magical Start to the California Tour The 2025 An Irish Christmas California Tour begins where community and culture thrive, in Visalia, California, at the beautiful Fox Theatre on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM! This opening performance launches the tour across California, bringing world-class Irish music, dance, and storytelling to one of the Central Valley’s most historic venues.

Tralee combines everything that makes Ireland special: breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultural traditions, and a warm sense of community. Whether you’re attending a folk performance, surfing the Atlantic waves, or walking through centuries of history, you’ll feel the unique spirit of Kerry everywhere you go.