Visit Scotland with CCA
2024-11-20 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Celtic Cultural Alliance, 902 4th Avenue, Suite 2, Bethlehem, PA, 18018, United States
Would you like to explore all things Scottish with us in 2026? Look for Jamie Fraser? Taste test fine Scottish whiskey? Look for Nessie? Check out battlefields, castles, and crown jewels? Then come join us on Thursday, November 20th for an information session on our CCA Scotland trip.
What better way to immerse yourself in the Celtic history, culture, food, and community that we enjoy at Celtic Classic every September? Come travel with us. We will discuss itineraries, excursions, accommodations, food, and cost. This is an information session only; you will not be asked to sign up for anything at this time.

Irish Christmas in America - Sellersville Theater
2024-11-26 20:00 - 21:30 | Sellersville Theater, 136 N. Main Street, Sellersville, PA, 18960
A hugely popular holiday show worldwide and especially in Sellersville, Irish Christmas in America is a fascinating performance of music, song, dance and stories of seasonal Irish traditions. Produced by Sligo fiddler Oisín Mac Diarmada, the popular Irish Christmas in America show features top Irish music, song and dance in an engaging performance rich in humor and boundless energy. This family-friendly performance features lively instrumental tunes on fiddle, flute, uilleann pipes, harp and bouzouki, along with thrilling Irish dancing. In addition, evocative photographic images provide a backdrop to some of the rich historical traditions of Ireland. Take a memorable glimpse into the enchanting spirit of Christmas, brought to you by the finest traditional artists from Ireland.

Irish Tenors, A Family Christmas - Zoellner Arts Center
2024-12-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Zoellner Arts Center, 420 E. Packer Avenue, Bethlehem, PA
The Irish Tenors-Anthony Kearns, Ronan Tynan and Declan Kelly, are synonymous with Irish music. They have performed all over the world and have blazed a trail from coast to coast in America, stopping in nearly every city, including the best venues from Radio City Music Hall, Madison Square Garden and Carnegie Hall in New York to The Hollywood Ball in California, thrilling audiences at every single stop with their enchanting Irish repertoire. join these kings of Celtic music as they perform with a live orchestra. Just a few of many Tenors’ beloved hits include Danny Boy, Whiskey in the Jar, Fields of Athenry, My Heart Will Go On, Fairytale of New York and South of the Border. With 10 best-selling CDs to their credit, they share company with the likes of The Three Tenors and Andrea Bocelli as among the most successful acts in PBS history.

Welsh Cake Workshop
2024-12-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Celtic Cultural Alliance, 902 4th Avenue, Suite 2, Bethlehem, PA, 18018, United States
Come join us as we learn, cook, eat, and spread some holiday cheer. Welsh immigrants carried the recipe with them to America and the tradition continued as Welsh immigrants worked the coal mines here in Pennsylvania.

The King's Singers: Christmas Time is Here
2024-12-20 19:30 | Zoellner Arts Center, 420 E. Packer Avenue, Bethlehem, PA
Since 1968, the King’s Singers have been the epitome of excellence in a capella singing, gracing the world’s most prestigious stages. Their extensive discography has led to numerous awards including two Grammy Awards, an Emmy Award, and a place in Gramophone magazine’s inaugural Hall of Fame. The group formed when six choral scholars from King’s College, Cambridge, gave a concert at London’s Queen Elizabeth Hall. By chance, the group was made up of two counter-tenors, a tenor, two baritones, and a bass, and it has maintained this formation ever since that debut. Wrap up warm for an extra-special holiday concert as they perform music from their travels across the world and remember their spiritual home in England

Cherish The Ladies: A Celtic Christmas
2024-12-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Zoellner Arts Center, 420 E. Packer Avenue, Bethlehem, PA
“It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn’t enjoy what they do,” says The Boston Globe speaking of Cherish the Ladies, the Grammy-nominated, Irish-American super group that formed in New York City in 1985 to celebrate the rise of extraordinary women in what had been a male-dominated Irish music scene. Since their first sold-out concert, they exploded onto the Irish music circuit, performing thousands of concerts around the globe, and are now among the busiest and most admired Irish groups on the planet. Their show is a wonderful blend of the old and the new. Irish songs, lively jigs and reels, and heart-wrenching slow airs transport the listener on an enchanted musical journey. Our audience asked us to bring them back, and we have!

Celtic Themed Book Swap
2025-01-15 18:00 - 20:30 | Celtic Cultural Alliance, 902 4th Avenue, Suite 2, Bethlehem, PA, 18018, United States
Are you in need of a good book for cozy winter reading? Come to our Celtic Themed Book Swap. Share your love of all thing Celtic and books while enjoying coffee, tea, and pastries with like-minded people.
Bring a wrapped “Celtic themed” book to give and choose one to take home. The book has to have a Celtic connection. It can be by a Celtic author, be set in one of the 7 Nations, tell the history of a Celtic place or person, be a Celtic cookbook, have a Celtic character(s), or anything else with a 7 Nations connection. Mystery, Romance, History, Thriller, Biography. Bring a book you love or one you would love to read.
Wrap your book in anything you want. On the package give a short synopsis of the book, explain its Celtic connection and why you chose to bring it. Feel free to add a little memento with your book like a bookmarker or a sticker. DO NOT include the title or author’s name.
Come in from the cold and share your book lover’s heart with us!

Enter the Haggis - Sellersville Theater
2025-02-25 20:00 - 22:00 | PA
For over two decades, Toronto’s Enter The Haggis has combined bagpipes and fiddles with a rock rhythm section to create a distinctively eclectic sound. Their songs offer singalong melodies and deep, meaningful lyrics which tell the stories of everyday hard-working people, often faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges.

Braveheart Celtic Music Session
2025-03-02 15:00 - 18:00 | Braveheart Highland Pub, 430 Main Street, Hellertown, PA, 18055, United States
Enjoy traditional Celtic music the first Sunday of every month at Braveheart Highland Pub
Come to play or just to listen! Great food and atmosphere. Families welcome.
(Call to book a table at 610-838-6555 if you would like to be near the musicians)

Irish Seisiun - Godfrey Daniels
2025-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Godfrey Daniels, 7 E. 4th Street, Bethlehem, PA, 18015
Join in on the First Wednesday Irish Session, a lively gathering where the community comes together to share music, refine skills, and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Whether you’re a seasoned picker or a newcomer eager to learn, this free event offers a welcoming space to trade tunes, hone techniques, and soak in the vibrant Irish Session scene. Just bring your instruments and voices, and let the music flow!

Poor Man's Gambit - Godfrey Daniels
2025-03-07 20:00 - 21:00 | Godfrey Daniels, 7 E. 4th Street, Bethlehem, PA, 18015
Experience the dynamic energy and heartfelt passion of Poor Man’s Gambit! With a captivating mix of fiddle, accordion, bodhrán, whistle, and dance, they skillfully weave traditional Irish melodies, provincial influences, and original compositions. Known for their versatility and multi-instrumental flair, the trio’s performances are enriched by Corey’s dazzling footwork, adding an extra spark of excitement. Join us for an evening that celebrates the vibrant traditions of Irish music in the intimate setting of our listening room.

Intro to Celtic Knots
2025-03-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Celtic Cultural Alliance, 902 4th Avenue, Suite 2, Bethlehem, PA, 18018, United States
In this workshop you will learn an easy, step-by-step process for drawing and coloring beautiful Celtic knots. You’ll also view copies of historic manuscripts and other Celtic art from the period. You don’t have to be an artist—or Celtic—to learn this glorious decorative art.

CCA Networking Fundraiser at Edge
2025-03-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Edge Restaurant, 74 W. Broad Street, Bethlehem, PA, 18018
We’re excited to invite you to a premier networking event on March 11th at Edge Restaurant. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with peers, and foster new professional relationships while supporting the Celtic Cultural Alliance.

Blackwater - Godfrey Daniels
2025-03-14 20:00 - 21:00 | Godfrey Daniels, 7 E. 4th Street, Bethlehem, PA, 18015
For nearly three decades, this powerhouse band has captivated audiences with their high-energy performances, striking vocal harmonies, and intricate fiddle melodies. Known for their fresh twist on traditional Irish music, Blackwater blends original compositions with classic folk tunes, delivering a show that’s been called “Sheer Ceili Aerobics!” Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering them for the first time, this is your chance to experience the magic of Celtic music in the intimate and welcoming setting of Godfrey Daniels.

Parade of Shamrocks
2025-03-15 13:00 - 15:00 | PA
You call it St. Patrick’s Day, we call it Half Way To The Celtic Classic! Either way we are celebrating and turning Historic Downtown Bethlehem green!
March 15th – 1:00pm
Downtown Bethlehem will be awash in green as Celtic Cultural Alliance hosts the 15th Annual Celtic Classic Parade of Shamrocks! The celebration will take place on Saturday, March 15th, 2025. The parade steps off at 1:00 p.m., so get here early for the best viewing spots! The parade will kick-off on Broad Street. The parade route will continue east on Broad to Main Street and makes its way south on Main Street, ending under the Hill-To-Hill Bridge.

Celtic Pysanky Class
2025-03-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Celtic Cultural Alliance, 902 4th Avenue, Suite 2, Bethlehem, PA, 18018, United States
In this class we will combine the Art of Pysanky with a Celtic motif. No artistic ability needed. You will cover pre-written designs with a Kitska (wax tool) on a real chicken egg, dye the egg, remove the wax to reveal your final design. Eggs will be emptied at the end. The class will give tidbits of information regarding the History of Pysanky.

Braveheart Celtic Music Session
2025-04-06 15:00 - 18:00 | Braveheart Highland Pub, 430 Main Street, Hellertown, PA, 18055, United States
Braveheart Highland Pub – Celtic Music Session
Come to play or just to listen! Great food and atmosphere. Families welcome.
(Call to book a table at 610-838-6555 if you would like to be near the musicians)

May Day Country Dance & Games
2025-04-25 18:00 - 20:30 | Ice House, 56 River Street, Bethlehem, PA, 18018, United States
A traditional Spring Festival! Join Celtic band, The Chivalrous Crickets, in recreating British Isles May Day and Beltane customs old and new.
Doors open at 6:15 for lobby activities: pressed flower crafts, head wreath weaving and more.
6:45pm join the Crickets in learning some ancient May Carols. Enjoy Celtic music performance & shared seasonal folklore
7:20pm: selection of a May King & Queen! Games and nonsense, after which:
a traditional ritual called “Beating the Grounds” we’ll process with a band of Lehigh Valley bagpipers to call in the spring and bless the new year! (indoor if raining)
7:45 – end: JOIN US in dancing in the spring. We’ll teach 2 ceilidh dances followed by our annual MAY POLE dance.

Celtic Herbology
2025-05-13 18:00 - 20:30 | Celtic Cultural Alliance, 902 4th Avenue, Suite 2, Bethlehem, PA, 18018, United States
Come spend an evening wit Dr. Keri Moszer exploring the uses of Celtic herbs. Dr. Moszer will focus on herbs used in salves, tinctures, and infusions that can be used for good health and healing. Students will take home products prepared in the workshop and ingredients for making products at home.

Scottish Singer-Songwriter Julie Fowlis
2025-10-03 20:00 - 22:00 | William Center for the Arts, 317 Hamilton Street, Easton, PA
Keep the Celtic vibes going this fall.
Mark your calendar for Fri, Oct 3. Scottish vocalist Julie Fowlis comes to the Williams Center for the Arts in Easton. You may know her voice from Disney•Pixar’s Brave.
Tickets and details: https://williamscenter.lafayette.edu/event/julie-fowlis/

Celtic Holiday Treats Workshop
2025-12-10 18:00 - 20:30 | Celtic Cultural Alliance, 902 4th Avenue, Suite 2, Bethlehem, PA, 18018, United States
Join the Cultural Outreach Committee Member and King Arthur baker Bethany Carrigan in an interactive Celtic Holiday Treats cooking class. Make classic Welsh Cakes and learn how to make Scottish Shortbread and Irish Freckle Bread, better known as Tea Brack.
We will make and eat Welsh Cakes, try Shortbread and Tea Brack and go home with ingredients and recipes to make your own. Come join us for a fun evening of Celtic baking and holiday cheer.

Seán Heely's Celtic Christmas
2025-12-20 19:30 - 20:30 | Zoellner Arts Center, 420 E. Packer Avenue, Bethlehem, PA
It’s a festive Celtic Christmas at Zoellner Arts Center on SAT DEC 20 at 7:30pm.
Join us for Seán Heely’s Celtic Christmas for a magical journey through Scotland and Ireland during the holidays. The fiddle and bagpipes will sweep you away to Christmastime and Winter Solstice celebrations, along with featured dancers from Scottish and Irish traditions that are sure to lift your holiday spirits. Kilts and tartan abound as the show travels through ancient Gaelic carols and songs, with lively Irish tunes, and familiar Christmas and seasonal melodies with a Celtic twist. FREE Pre-Show Event | 6:30pm | Bethlehem’s own Liberty High School Bagpipe Corps performs in the lobby prior to the concert.

Braveheart Celtic Music Session
2026-03-01 15:00 - 2026-03-02 18:00 | Braveheart Highland Pub, 430 Main Street, Hellertown, PA, 18055, United States
As usual, first portion (45 minutes) will be a moderate-tempo session of standard tunes until we move into a roundtable of up-tempo tune or song sharing.
Come to play or just to listen! Great food and atmosphere. Families welcome.
(Call to book a table at 610-838-6555 if you would like to be closer to the musicians)
PLEASE NOTE:
Due to the Easter holiday, April’s session will take place on the SECOND SUNDAY, April 12th

St. Patrick's Day Flag Raising Ceremony
2026-03-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Payrow Plaza, 10 E. Church Street, Bethlehem, PA, 18018, United States
Start your St. Patrick’s Day weekend off with the flag raising ceremony at Bethlehem City Hall, Payrow Plaza on March 13th at 11:00am. Enjoy Irish entertainment and refreshments.

Celtic Faire - WDIY
2026-04-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-23 19:00 - 21:00 | PA
Music which originated from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Brittany, Galacia, Cornwall, and the Isle of Man that’s been kicked around, traveled across the Atlantic Ocean, and settled in the Lehigh Valley. Featuring well-known Celtic artists as well as music happening in the Lehigh Valley https://www.wdiy.org/show/celtic-faire-folk

Live Celtic Jam - Porter's Pub
2026-04-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Porter’s Pub, 700 Northampton Street, Easton, PA, United States
Stop by for a pint or two, live Celtic music and great food! https://porterspubeaston.com/

Celtic Faire - WDIY
2026-04-16 19:00 - 21:00 | PA
Music which originated from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Brittany, Galacia, Cornwall, and the Isle of Man that’s been kicked around, traveled across the Atlantic Ocean, and settled in the Lehigh Valley. Featuring well-known Celtic artists as well as music happening in the Lehigh Valley
