St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival
The Annual Celtic Music & Heritage Festival in St. Augustine, FL
Celebrate your inner Celt and join us for an unforgettable weekend filled with vibrant culture, traditional cuisine, crafts, music, and highland games.
Back and better than ever, this year's festival promises a dynamic lineup of Celtic delights. St Augustine is America’s oldest Celtic city. The city hosted the original St. Patrick Parade in 1601 and has hosted the multi-award winning St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival since 2011.
Now is your chance to be part of this incredible weekend event! Enjoy performances by top international and U.S. Celtic bands. Experience the thrill of the parade, savor whiskey tastings, engage in workshops and lectures, and relish in an array of Celtic food offerings. There's something for everyone at this festival, including the Kid's Zone designed to entertain our youngest attendees. Whether you're a seasoned Celt or discovering your Celtic roots, this festival promises an immersive experience into the heart and soul of Celtic heritage.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to revel in the magic of the St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival 2025. Join us for a weekend filled with camaraderie, music, cultural exploration, and the spirit of the Celts!
Friday, March 7, 2025: Whiskey Tasting at 7:00 p.m. in the VIP Tent at Francis Field. The tasting event is $60.00 per person and features seven premium brands of Irish and Scotch whiskeys for visitors to sample. A limited number of tickets can only be purchased online. From 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., there will also be a free Highland Games clinic for those interested in competing.
Saturday, March 8, 2025: The St. Patrick's Parade will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The first St. Augustine's St. Patrick's Parade happened in 1601 when residents of St. Augustine wished to honor a popular Irish Catholic priest. This is the only St. Patrick's Parade in Northeast Florida. Festival gates at Francis Field open at 10:00 a.m. and live entertainment begins with a bagpipe Jam at 11:15 a.m.
Sunday, March 9, 2025: Gates open at 10:00 a.m. and the festival ends at 7:00 p.m. Throughout the day, live entertainment will be on the main stage at Francis Field (beginning at noon) as well as on a secondary stage.
Free admission to the festival for active and retired military with ID. Free for children under 12 years old.