Legendary Irish bands Altán and Lúnasa will top the bill at the 10th annual IrishFest Atlanta in November.
This year’s event will be a two-day affair, taking place in various indoor and outdoor venues in Historic Roswell on Friday, November 4 and Saturday, November 5.
The festival features free programming that includes music and dance performances, family fun activities, lectures, and an Irish céilí where all can join this social dancing experience. Ticketed events include evening concerts with Altan & Lúnasa; music, song and dance workshops; an Irish Tea with the Consul General of Ireland, Atlanta; and whiskey and food tastings.
Irish and local vendors will be on hand to sell their products with an online auction of special items where
the proceeds support programming.
“For ten years we’ve been deeply committed to bringing the best traditional Irish Musicians to the festival to perform and conduct workshops,” said Teresa M. Finley, Director of IrishFest Atlanta. " VIBRANT COMMUNITY: Atlanta's Clan na nGael GAA team at the recent PeachCup
Alongside these guest artists are the many talented local musicians, dancers, singers, chefs, actors, lecturers and amazing volunteers that will offer a wonderful experience of Irish culture. On behalf of the festival, a big thank you to all our supporters as we prepare to return to Historic Roswell for our 10th year!”
“The Consulate General has been proud to take part in the superb IrishFest Atlanta for many years,” said Caoimhe Ní Chonchúir, Consul General of Ireland. “Thank you to the organizing committee for planning this wonderfully Irish event. There is much to look forward to in this year’s festival, not least world class music from Lúnasa and Altán and many opportunities for children and adults to experience the distinct and traditional heritage of Ireland. Best wishes to all the musicians and performers taking part in this year's event.” KINGDOM: Katie Curran from Kerry works with Cathedral of Christ the King Youth Ministries in Atlanta and fields for Clan na nGael
IrishFest Atlanta launched in November 2013 to promote the culture of Ireland through the country’s traditional music, song, dance, and language. The vision of IrishFest Atlanta’s original founders was to create a weekend of cultural performances, lectures, and workshops in a festive environment, appealing to community members of all ages and varying familiarity of all things Irish.
IrishFest Atlanta is sponsored by Phoenix Irish Arts of Atlanta, a non-profit organization which seeks to ignite a sustained passion for the Irish Arts through access, education, and participation.
