To ensure that workshop participants have the opportunity to attend both concerts, we will only be releasing FULL WEEKEND PASSES for sale until February 1st

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See Schedule page for more event details, Workshops page for class descriptions 

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WEEKEND PASS:

Weekend Passes include EVERY event over the weekend: Workshops, Concert, Sessions, Ceili and all Sunday events. Full Weekend Pass is available until a concert sells out or April 1st, whichever comes first.

With ONE Concert: $175 early bird, $195 after March 1st

With BOTH Concerts: $195 early bird, $215 after March 1st

Supporter Pass: $300 - There is no difference between this and the normal two-concert weekend pass, but your support helps keep the Trad Fest going!  If you purchase a Supporter Pass, your name will also be added to our list of recognized supporters!

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Individual events (can be purchased a la carte or are included with the weekend pass)

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​Thursday, April 9th: Welcome Ceili and Sessions 7:00-10:00pm

$20 general public, included in the full weekend pass, session to follow until late

Where: TBA  

 

Friday, April 10th: Concert at the Creative Alliance featuring Trad Fest Faculty 7:30pm

$35 general public, included in the full weekend pass

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What: A concert of Irish music masters featuring Matt Molloy and John Carty and our Trad Fest instructors, including Kathleen and Pauline Conneely, Rose Flanagan, Marty Frye, Sarah Collins, Dave McKindley-Ward, Catherine O'Kelly, Jim Eagan, Catriona Fee, Patrick Winch Megan Downes, Catherine Brice, and Richard Hearn, with a session to follow in the Creative Alliance's Marquis Lounge​

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Where: Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore, MD , 21224​​​

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Saturday, April 11th: Music and Dance Workshops 9:30am-3:30pm

Full day (two workshops): $110 early bird until March 1st//$120 until April 1st // $130 After April 1st & Walk-Ins 

Half day (one workshop): $55 early bird until March 1st//$60 until April 1st // $65 After April 1st & Walk-Ins

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Tuition for Saturday workshops includes the full day of workshops, morning warm up, all Saturday and Sunday sessions. Tuition does not include the Concerts or Sunday Classes/Seminars

What: A fun and intensive small group class in some of the many classes described on the Workshops page PLUS lunchtime intermediate session. This is a great opportunity to meet other musicians and learn from the masters! Students are able to sign up for ONE (1) class before lunch and ONE (1) class after lunch.

When: Saturday, April 11th: Start the day with a 9:30am orientation to get your bearings, learn about the instructors and warm up with a tune or two. Class starts at 10:00am. Lunch will be from 12:00-1:30pm. Class resumes 1:30-3:30 pm.  There will be a session during lunch as well as after classes.

Where: ACCE (Academy for College and Career Exploration), 1300 W. 36th St., Baltimore, MD 21211

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Lunch may be purchased with your registration for $20 and will include a gourmet lunchbox from DiPasquale's and beverage. (most dietary restrictions accommodated.)  ACCE is convenient to dining options in the area, but we encourage participants to stay and enjoy lunch at the school to take advantage of the lunch session and to socialize with other musicians.  For those who want them, Saturday lunchboxes must be purchased with your registration, or no later than April 1st.  Your lunch will be delivered and available for pickup at the cafeteria at noon. 

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Saturday, April 11th: Irish Music Masters Concert Featuring Trad Fest Faculty 7:30pm

$35 general public, included in the full weekend pass

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What: A concert of Irish music masters featuring Seán Gavin and Caoimhín Ó Fearghail and our Trad Fest instructors, including Billy McComiskey, Patrick Ourceau, Dylan Foley, Josh Dukes, Sean McComiskey, Celtic Corridor, Jonathon Srour, Claire Shirey, and Frances Cunningham  open session with the Trad Fest faculty to follow in the Creative Alliance's Marquis Lounge.​

Where: Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore, MD, 21224       

                                                      

Sunday April 12th Classes and Seminars

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12-5:30 pm // RECITALS, WORKSHOPS, & REPERTOIRE CLASSES ON THE AVENUE

$20 per class at the door or $50 for a Sunday Afternoon Pass (Included in the Full Weekend Package) ​

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Zissimo's Lou Costello Room

• 1:00-1:50pm A Tribute to Brendan Mulvihill

• 2:00-2:50pm Ensemble Class performances (Free)

• 3:00-4:00pm Song Repertoire Workshop

• 4:00-5:15pm Traditional Song Circle

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The Green Room

• 1:30-3pm Social Dance with Megan Downes

• 3:30-5:00pm Social Dance with Megan Downes

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St. Luke's Church on the Avenue (Sanctuary)

• 2:00-2:50pm Reeds Faculty Recital

• 3:00-3:50pm Wind Faculty Recital

• 4-5:15 Strings Faculty Recital

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St. Luke's Church on the Avenue (Downstairs Event Hall)

• 2:00-2:50pm Baltimore Repertoire Tune Teach

• 3:00-5:00pm Open Session (Free)

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Refund - Transfer Policies

Workshops: To qualify for a workshop or weekend package full refund, a written cancellation must be received by close of business March 22, 2026. For cancellations received between close of business March 22, 2026 and close of business March 29, 2026, a 50 percent (50%) refund will apply. After March 29th no refunds will be issued. Any “no-shows” will not be issued a refund. Registrations are transferable. Requests to transfer must be made in writing to the Baltimore Irish Trad Fest Director by April 1st and a separate registration form must be completed and signed by the new registrant. All requests for refunds will incur a $10.00 administrative fee per registration.

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Cancellations for medical emergencies after the above deadlines will be considered on an individual basis and will require a physician's signed letter.

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Concert tickets to the Concerts at the Creative Alliance are non-refundable.

 

Programming subject to change