Events - Week View

Seisiún na nÓg is our monthly youth session lead by our Youth Officer Niamh Branigan. Youth are welcome to sit in to listen and chat with young musicians about learning Irish music; or bring their instrument and strike up an Irish tune they might be learning currently.

Five bands and Five callers, Admission $15 to $40, sliding scale (doors open at 11 am). Gender-free calling using “Larks & Robins“ Final event of the Cascade Promenade (Iron and Titanium Dancer awards) Benefit for the Northwest Folklife Festival Please remember to spring forward on Saturday night. 2025 Schedule - 12–1:15 pm: caller Laurel Thomas (Portland), music by Campaign for Reel Time (Portland)` 1:30-2:45 pm: Tom Wimmer (Seattle) and Hummingbird with Dave Bartley (Seattle) 2:45–3 pm: Cascade Promenade passports due in during the break. 3:00-4:15 pm: Shell Stowell (Newport) and The Electrodes (Seattle) 4:15-4:30 pm: Cascade Promenade Iron Dancers picture during the break (meet in front of the stage) 4:30–5:45 pm: Koren Wake (Seattle) and Contra Quartet (Olympia and Seattle) 5:45– 6 pm: Cascade Promenade Titanium Dancers picture during the break (meet in front of the stage). 6–7:15 pm: Noah Grunzweig (Portland) and Joyride (Portland) 7:15 pm: Portland Roadhouse Zombie Dancers picture (meander about) At Portland Roadhouse 2025, we unite communities through dance and music, celebrating diverse talents while supporting the Northwest Folklife Festival. COVID Policy: The Portland Roadhouse will follow PCDC’s Covid Policy. Currently, this means that vaccinations and masking are encouraged but not required.

Cajun Jam & Dance with live music

On Sunday afternoons, the Hostel Café in Portland, Oregon provides a friendly setting for this TrailJams Irish traditional tune session. TrailJams is a music community focused on making acoustic music together outside for the enjoyment of the musicians and of people passing by. The cozy café makes a great place to keep the music going in the winter. In better weather, the tune playing moves out to the café’s courtyard. Guests of the Hostel Café and the adjoining Northwest Portland Hostel are likely to settle at one of the nearby tables to enjoy the music.

COVID Policy:
Please be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 if you are joining this session — that is a request, not a requirement.

Uilleann piper Preston Howard Wilde leads an Irish piping session - it’s a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon, all ages, 2-4 pm.

Mar 16 - pre-empted by St. Patrick‘s Day Celebration. Irish piping tunes can be heard on Mar 17 (Mon) from 11 am to 1 pm.

The 2nd Sunday English Dance for Experienced Dancers is an opportunity to dance to the music of Fine Companions (and friends), suggested donation $10-20 sliding scale, dance shoes required, no street shoes permitted beyond the entrance.

Nov 9 (Sun): CANCELED
Dec 14 (Sun): Calling: David Macemon, Music: Betsy Branch, Bill Tomczak, Lisa Scott, Erik Weberg
Jan 11 (Sun): Calling: David Macemon, Music: Betsy Branch, Bill Tomczak, Lisa Scott, Erik Weberg

The dances will be a balance of familiar dances and unfamiliar dances. The callers will encourage dancers to incorporate style points such as quality of movement, timing, transitions and dancing with the music.

We ask that dancers be comfortable dancing standard English Dance figures including:
- Heys in various orientations
- Regular and Double figure eights
- Triple minor progressions
- Dancing with couples outside of your group of 4
- Straight and draw poussettes.

Mask Policy:
PCDC has authorized committees to make decisions about masking policies for their own events. All regular Contra and English dances will be mask-optional. Check the upcoming dances information to verify status of a dance.

COVID Policy:
PCDC no longer requires proof of vaccination, but we continue to encourage everyone to be vaccinated. While currently available COVID-19 vaccines no longer do much to prevent transmission, they continue to be effective for protecting oneself from more serious illness.

The Virtual Songwriters Spotlight will take place online on the second Sunday of each month, so the first get together will be Sunday December 8, 2024. Zoom will open by 6:15 pm and we‘ll start singing at 6:30 pm. You do not have to be a PFS member to join. No fee, and first come, first sing.

We will just go around and sing songs we have written. We‘ll start with the usual expectations around limited chatter, no pre-recorded anything, everyone welcome, numbering participants by order of arrival, welcoming any genre of music, free, and being nice kind people.

All we‘ll do is share our original tunes and enjoy other songwriters‘ unique creations. Feedback on songs may be welcome - it‘s up to the singer - but it will take place in private chat only. The VSS will be hosted by Sonya Kazen, Ken Gaines, and Paul Rippey. And maybe you - we‘ll be looking for additional hosts!

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE
Sun/Mon 7-9 pm, Wed/Thu/Sat 8-10 pm

No cover charge, tips for musicians welcome!

Aug 30 (Sat): Adlai Alexander with Cheryl Alex and Laurent Nickel
Aug 31 (Sun): Faerie Folk - Irish influenced excursions
Sep 1 (Mon): James Clem - blues, roots
Sep 3 (Wed): Paul Mazzio and Clay Giberson - jazz trumpet and piano
Sep 4 (Thu): Coleoptera Saxophone Quartet plays the music of Abbey Road
Sep 7 (Sun): Riner Scivally, Ed Bennett and Dave Snodgrass - jazz
Sep 8 (Mon): Newport Nightingales - 20s, 30s harmony
Sep 10 (Wed): Terry Robb - Blues Master
Sep 11 (Thu): Ivan Alamo and Ben Finley - Cuban/Latin/BossaNova
Sep 14 (Sun): Piano bar with Courtney Freed and David Saffert
Sep 15 (Mon): Mike Horsfall and CKevin Deitz - jazz vibes and bass
Sep 17 (Wed): Kerry Politzer and Ben Graves - jazz piano and guitar
Sep 18 (Thu): Catarina New - jazz, Brazilian
Sep 21 (Sun): Chris Lee‘s Tribute to Egberto Gismondi
Sep 22 (Mon): Whiskey Deaf - bluegrass and early country duets
Sep 24 (Wed): Gordon Lee - jazz piano
Sep 25 (Thu): The Bylines and Willow Stephens - American music cocktail
Sep 27 (Sat): Adlai Alexander and Dan Balmer - mellow jazz

Love songs, story songs, modern folk/Americana plus a Bob Dylan Mini Tribute, a benefit for Habitat for Humanity, $15-$50 (sliding scale), doors 6:30 pm. John and Richard will each perform a short solo set of their original songs followed by a set of duets. Very individual when solo, very together when together! John Silliman Dodge John has been playing guitar, writing songs, and composing instrumental music for over 50 years. He‘s been a guitar student of Tommy Emmanuel, Richard Thompson and Pierre Bensusan and his influences range from classical to folk to rock to jazz to pop. As a result, performances feature a wide range of styles—360 degrees of guitar from Bach to Hendrix to flamenco. Richard Colombo “When we travel down those old back roads, that’s when we finally find our way” sings Portland songwriter Richard Colombo. His songs tell stories that feel as old as the hills yet remarkably new and rich with themes of love and poignant passages. Often told in the voice of a character he has created, his songs are honest, courageous and bold giving us a glimpse of a world that is not often visible.

Pickathon Presents Sunday Night Bluegrass, ($10 unless otherwise noted), 21+ (doors open at 7 pm).

Feb 23 (Sun): The Langan Band with Tuesday String Band ($15)
Mar 2 (Sun): Fog Holler
Mar 9 (Sun): Thunder Ridge
Mar 16 (Sun): Broken Compass Bluegrass with Josh Cole Band ($15)
Apr 6 (Sun): Fog Holler
Apr 13 (Sun): Josh Cole Band
Apr 20 (Sun): Thunder Ridge
Apr 27 (Sun): Dadweed
May 11 (Sun): Josh Cole Band
May 18 (Sun): Thunder Ridge
May 25 (Sun): Dadweed
Jun 1 (Sun): Fog Holler
Jun 15 (Sun): Thunder Ridge
Jun 22 (Sun): Josh Cole Band
Jun 29 (Sun): Dadweed
Jul 6 (Sun): Fog Holler

Folk Espresso, early morning folk music to get your week started.

Hosted by:
Diane Hunt (1st Monday),
Jonathan Lay (2nd Monday),
Kevin Grgurich (3rd Monday),
Diane Hunt (4th Monday),
Gordy Euler (5th Monday),

Previous shows on the KBOO program page at https://kboo.fm/program/folk-espresso.

Herga at The Castle is a folk and acoustic music evening, with roots going back to 1963.

However, we have restarted online singarounds using Zoom, now on the second Monday of each month.

Note that this meeting runs independently of the live folk club, which runs in parallel at The Castle, Harrow-On-The-Hill.

To be added to the distribution list for log-in details send an e-mail to oldtimetim(*at*)gmail.com, or sign up using the form on our ‘contact’ page.

Zoom meeting active from 19:30 PM GMT to say hello!

All welcome! Led by Anne Weiss, this class will help you sing better in a non-judgmental, fun environment, $160 for seven weeks or $30 drop-in. Register at the Artichoke Music website using the link below.

We’ll work on breath support, basic techniques, how to hear and stay in pitch, hold a melody (and even a little harmony), and learn your range, using easy songs and styles from around the world.
Questions: anneweissmusic(*at*)gmail.com or 914-924-2574.

Consider taking this class along with Harmony Singing at a discounted rate of $275 for both!

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE
Sun/Mon 7-9 pm, Wed/Thu/Sat 8-10 pm

No cover charge, tips for musicians welcome!

Aug 30 (Sat): Adlai Alexander with Cheryl Alex and Laurent Nickel
Aug 31 (Sun): Faerie Folk - Irish influenced excursions
Sep 1 (Mon): James Clem - blues, roots
Sep 3 (Wed): Paul Mazzio and Clay Giberson - jazz trumpet and piano
Sep 4 (Thu): Coleoptera Saxophone Quartet plays the music of Abbey Road
Sep 7 (Sun): Riner Scivally, Ed Bennett and Dave Snodgrass - jazz
Sep 8 (Mon): Newport Nightingales - 20s, 30s harmony
Sep 10 (Wed): Terry Robb - Blues Master
Sep 11 (Thu): Ivan Alamo and Ben Finley - Cuban/Latin/BossaNova
Sep 14 (Sun): Piano bar with Courtney Freed and David Saffert
Sep 15 (Mon): Mike Horsfall and CKevin Deitz - jazz vibes and bass
Sep 17 (Wed): Kerry Politzer and Ben Graves - jazz piano and guitar
Sep 18 (Thu): Catarina New - jazz, Brazilian
Sep 21 (Sun): Chris Lee‘s Tribute to Egberto Gismondi
Sep 22 (Mon): Whiskey Deaf - bluegrass and early country duets
Sep 24 (Wed): Gordon Lee - jazz piano
Sep 25 (Thu): The Bylines and Willow Stephens - American music cocktail
Sep 27 (Sat): Adlai Alexander and Dan Balmer - mellow jazz

Led by Anne Weiss, this fun class will help you improve your harmony skills, $80 for three weeks or $30 drop-in, all ages, experienced and inexperienced (and in between) singers welcome. Register at the Artichoke Music website using the link below.

Ooooh, you KNOW you love to sing harmony! Or want to! Come enjoy group singing and improve your harmony skills in this fun class, using songs and styles from around the world. If you can hold a melody- or a harmony–or both– this class is for you!

Sight reading ability welcome but not required. We will learn many songs by ear and some with the help of sheet music.

Parent friendly! Kids under 12 free with adult registration. Kids can come sing or bring self entertainment for the duration of class.

LOCATION: The Green House - 7320 SE Mill, Portland OR

Questions: anneweissmusic(*at*)gmail.com or 914-924-2574.

Irish music every Monday played by an array of the most stellar Irish musicians around. Hosted by an alternating schedule of Brongaene Griffin, Cary Novotny and Seamus Egan, free.

To see more about Irish performances and sessions in the Northwest go to cceoregon.org/sessions. There are so many more!

Kate and The Lads play traditional music, transporting you to the West of Ireland, free.

Mar 17: Part of St. Patrick‘s Day Celebration

A spicy mix of folk and acoustic music, much of which is connected to the American south, including (but not limited to) acoustic blues, Texas folk, Cajun, string band & Texas swing.

Hosted by Dave Johnson, Diane Karl, Dan Shramek, Jack Bohl, Jonathan Lay, and Ed Mellnik. Past shows available on the KBOO program page at https://kboo.fm/program/early-morning-gumbo.

The Westside Open Irish Music Session in Tigard meets every Tuesday . It is an open intermediate level Irish session, under 21 OK all hours, free.

Many tunes are listed at https://trailjams.org Lots of space, good food, free soft drinks, discount on beer. This is a craft brewery, so there are LOTS of beers to choose from.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! String Band Class is led by Maggie Lind, Patrick Lind, and Sophie Enloe, $80-300 sliding scale for eight classes (no class on Feb 18).

If you would like to build your old-time music repertoire while meeting and playing with other people, then this class is for you!

We meet for 8 weeks and learn 6 old-time tunes and songs. Get group instruction on fiddle, clawhammer banjo, or guitar (basses, ukulele, and mandolin players may join the fiddle or guitar sections with advance approval).

In addition to the class meetings, enrolled students will receive access to source recordings, demonstration videos, guitar chord charts, and banjo tabs for each of the tunes we teach. Hundreds of people have found community and friendship and we’ve learned quite a few tunes along the way. You will receive class instruction, source music, instructional videos, and one on one pointers in the lessons. Feel free to invite friends from far and wide to “audit” the class and learn the same tunes as you! Scroll down for all the details.

Cost for the 8-week session is a sliding scale $300-$80. See our Tiered Pricing and Generosity Policy. We have full and partial scholarships available!

Portland Revels Community Chorus is led by Choral Director Jesse Cromer. It is a non-auditioned group of singers who meet every Tuesday, February 18th through May 20th simply for the joy of singing, $60 for adults/$30 for minors (minors must be 9 or older to participate, and must be 13 or older to participate without a guardian.)

Scholarships are available for anyone for whom the fee is a barrier to access. Please email Executive Director Lauren Bloom Hanover at lauren(*at*)portlandrevels.org to discuss.

There is no planned performance element to the Community Chorus - the goal is community, exploration of musical styles, and a non-competitive way to experience a choral environment.

The program will be held at Grant Park Church in Northeast Portland.

The music corner fills with super talented female musicians and the room overflows with their fantastic music.

Traditional and Contemporary folk music.

Hosted by:
Jack Bohl (1st Wednesday),
Will Selzer (2nd Wednesday),
John Risley (3rd Wednesday),
Ed Mellnik (4th Wednesday),
**rotating hosts** (5th Wednesday).

Previous shows available on the KBOO program page: https://kboo.fm/program/pastures-plenty.

Bluesing Around w/ Folk, an Artichoke Community Music class led by Anne Weiss, improve your group and individual playing and singing skills (and develop new repertoire!) in this fun, interactive class, $160 for seven classes, $30 drop-in.

Any instrument and/or vocals, advanced beginner, intermediate and up. We’ll learn how to approach blues and folk from a fresh perspective, gain listening, instrumental, rhythmic and vocal skills, and you’ll have the opportunity to share what you’ve worked on each week (if you like)!

Questions: anneweissmusic(*at*)gmail.com or 914-924-2574.

Joe‘s Sing-A-Long - a song circle with Joe Hickerson

2nd Wednesday of every month

Join Portland’s all age + all level weekly uke social featuring rotating hosts & lots of friendly faces at our new location. Follow us on Facebook for weekly information.

Due to weekly online play list changes, an electronic tablet, laptop, or smart phone is highly recommended.

A donation of $5 is requested weekly, to cover rental costs & future workshops.

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE
Sun/Mon 7-9 pm, Wed/Thu/Sat 8-10 pm

No cover charge, tips for musicians welcome!

Aug 30 (Sat): Adlai Alexander with Cheryl Alex and Laurent Nickel
Aug 31 (Sun): Faerie Folk - Irish influenced excursions
Sep 1 (Mon): James Clem - blues, roots
Sep 3 (Wed): Paul Mazzio and Clay Giberson - jazz trumpet and piano
Sep 4 (Thu): Coleoptera Saxophone Quartet plays the music of Abbey Road
Sep 7 (Sun): Riner Scivally, Ed Bennett and Dave Snodgrass - jazz
Sep 8 (Mon): Newport Nightingales - 20s, 30s harmony
Sep 10 (Wed): Terry Robb - Blues Master
Sep 11 (Thu): Ivan Alamo and Ben Finley - Cuban/Latin/BossaNova
Sep 14 (Sun): Piano bar with Courtney Freed and David Saffert
Sep 15 (Mon): Mike Horsfall and CKevin Deitz - jazz vibes and bass
Sep 17 (Wed): Kerry Politzer and Ben Graves - jazz piano and guitar
Sep 18 (Thu): Catarina New - jazz, Brazilian
Sep 21 (Sun): Chris Lee‘s Tribute to Egberto Gismondi
Sep 22 (Mon): Whiskey Deaf - bluegrass and early country duets
Sep 24 (Wed): Gordon Lee - jazz piano
Sep 25 (Thu): The Bylines and Willow Stephens - American music cocktail
Sep 27 (Sat): Adlai Alexander and Dan Balmer - mellow jazz

Accordionist extraordinaire Mike Beglan and multi-instrumentalist Nancy Conescu share with us their love of traditional Irish music.

Traditional American music, folk and traditional musics from a variety of sources including early country recordings from the 20s and 30s.

Hosted by:
Kurt Liebezeit (1st Thursday),
Gordy Euler (2nd Thursday),
Kurt Liebezeit (3rd Thursday),
Jonathan Lay (4th Thursday).

Previous shows available on the KBOO program page at https://kboo.fm/program/rise-when-rooster-crows

Artichoke Community Music School class led by Norman Hamilton, $160 for seven classes/$30 drop-in.

If you are an absolute beginning banjo player this class is for you. You‘ll get step by step instructions on how to play in an easy to follow format. You‘ll learn a two finger style technique that‘s easy to learn and fun to play. By the end of the class you’ll be more comfortable with the banjo and be able to play a few tunes.

Just $10/week for the Winds of Donegal classes. Every Thursday we teach you the basics of the three‘s, seven‘s and jig steps so that you can enjoy the live music ceilis around Portland and Ireland. Classes are geared toward 13 and older. Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable shoes not heels.

Portland Country Dance Community (PCDC) 2nd Thursday Tunes Teaching, alternating George Penk & Betsy Branch, free.

Jan 9: FREE community jam session
Feb 13: George Penk teaching, in SW Portland
Mar 13: Betsy Branch teaching, in SE Portland
Apr 10: FREE community jam session

Tunes are taught by ear. We welcome all melody instruments and any level of musicianship! For more information, see our website: PCDC Sessions (google.com).

To receive monthly announcements or for location details, email sharonjeanallen(*at*)yahoo.com.

Artichoke Community Music class led by Arlo Leach, full registration price $160 for seven classes (drop-ins $30 per class).

This class is for someone who has taken Beginning Guitar, or who can strum along to songs using open chords. We’ll add some more challenging chords to expand the range of songs you can play, and try different strumming and picking techniques to enhance your sound. We’ll also work on learning songs by ear, and look for a jam opportunity to try your new skills.

To contact the instructor, please visit http://www.arlotone.com.

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE
Sun/Mon 7-9 pm, Wed/Thu/Sat 8-10 pm

No cover charge, tips for musicians welcome!

Aug 30 (Sat): Adlai Alexander with Cheryl Alex and Laurent Nickel
Aug 31 (Sun): Faerie Folk - Irish influenced excursions
Sep 1 (Mon): James Clem - blues, roots
Sep 3 (Wed): Paul Mazzio and Clay Giberson - jazz trumpet and piano
Sep 4 (Thu): Coleoptera Saxophone Quartet plays the music of Abbey Road
Sep 7 (Sun): Riner Scivally, Ed Bennett and Dave Snodgrass - jazz
Sep 8 (Mon): Newport Nightingales - 20s, 30s harmony
Sep 10 (Wed): Terry Robb - Blues Master
Sep 11 (Thu): Ivan Alamo and Ben Finley - Cuban/Latin/BossaNova
Sep 14 (Sun): Piano bar with Courtney Freed and David Saffert
Sep 15 (Mon): Mike Horsfall and CKevin Deitz - jazz vibes and bass
Sep 17 (Wed): Kerry Politzer and Ben Graves - jazz piano and guitar
Sep 18 (Thu): Catarina New - jazz, Brazilian
Sep 21 (Sun): Chris Lee‘s Tribute to Egberto Gismondi
Sep 22 (Mon): Whiskey Deaf - bluegrass and early country duets
Sep 24 (Wed): Gordon Lee - jazz piano
Sep 25 (Thu): The Bylines and Willow Stephens - American music cocktail
Sep 27 (Sat): Adlai Alexander and Dan Balmer - mellow jazz

Featuring the best in traditional and contemporary folk and roots music, on Friday mornings. Features a variety of contemporary and traditional folk and roots music, with a focus on new releases and vintage favorites.

Hosts:
Dan Shramek and Steven Morrison

Prior shows available on the KBOO program page at https://kboo.fm/program/cascadia-coffeehouse

Folk, political, and women‘s music, both traditional and contemporary. A folk music collective, Don and Laurie love to feature live local and nationally known musicians! Music and conversations with an uplifting tilt. Live guests have included Peggy Seeger, Tracy Grammar, Linda Waterfall, Shanghaied on the Willamette, Geoff Muldaur, Utah Phillips, Rosalie Sorrels, and Anne Feeney.

Hosted by Don Jacobson.

Past shows are available on the program page at https://kboo.fm/program/movin.

Led by Maggie Lind, $200 for eight weeks (sliding scale of $300-80 as explained below).
No class on Feb 14.

If you’ve been in Friday Zoom or Beginner 2, then this is the right class for you. If you have been in Monday Beginner 3 class before, this still may be a good fit for you. I will find common ground or offer differentiated instruction should folks have a wide range of skills. This is a great way to keep your accountability for practice and have a weekly check in and inspiration.

The cost for the Zoom class that meets Fridays at noon:
TIER 1 – $300 (I am financially comfortable)
TIER 2 – $260 (I am financially stable)
TIER 3 – $180 (I need subsidized tuition to afford class)
TIER 4 – $80 (I cannot attend without a scholarship)

Hosted by Jeff Rosenberg, Phil G, Leigh Anne Kranz, dickenbock, Dan Shramek and Mike Fisher, The Songcircle blends songs from various eras and genres to reveal new connections, exposing forgotten artists and discovering new ones, exploring connective themes and topics, or responding to the events of the day.

Studio guests have included Loudon Wainwright III, Eric Andersen, The Von Trapps, and many others.

Past shows available on the program page at https://kboo.fm/program/songcircle.

Claudia Schmidt has spent years pulling the best out of her guitar, her dulcimer, and her audiences. She blends folk, jazz, blues, and spoken word into a performance that is both quirky and captivating. Claudia fuses her original work with personal renditions of songs from other artists. The result? A raw, captivating look at the world from someone who speaks with clarity, humor, and wonder. Livestream option will go live at 4:30 pm PDT, just before the concert Youtube.com/@AllSoulsNewLondon. Donations much appreciated! Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/FridayNightFolk-Remote Credit cards: Square

Join us for a weekend full of Irish music, dance, culture, and an exciting boxing event! Grab your tickets early and take advantage of our limited-time discount before prices go up.

Festival Tickets:
Festival Pass – $100: Includes access to all festival days, all locations, and Friday’s boxing event.

Limited-Time Online Discount: Now through March 11th, daily tickets are just $20 per day.

Regular Pricing: After March 11th, daily tickets will be $30 per day online or at the door. Festival Music Schedule Below you will find the festival schedule for live music, dance shows, pipers, and more at Waterfront Park.

Mar 14 (Fri):
5 pm - Ireland VS. Oregon USA Boxing (tickets $45 presale/$50 door)

Mar 15 (Sat):
12 pm - An Daire Academy of Irish Dance
1 pm - Cúl an Tí
3:30 pm - Jayeile
5 pm - Kells Pipes and Drums
5:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
7 pm - Portland Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums
7:30 pm - Coming Up Threes
9:30 pm - Sean Daly and the Shams

Mar 16 (Sun):
12 pm - Irish Trio
1 pm - Yeates Academy of Irish Dance
1:30 pm - Coming Up Threes
3 pm - Kells Pipers
3:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band

The Boasters and Possibly Irish - A Benefit for ACM live at The Artichoke, Irish music both traditional and original, &15 (doors open at 6:30 pm). Arlie Conner and the Boasters Coming up on 20 years of playing traditional and original Irish tunes, the Boasters are finally ready to share their first album! The usual suspects: Pete Pavenick, Carl Fink, James Kehn and Bob Foster will kick out the cobwebs and share their newest tunes, along with favorites from the back catalog. The Bathtub Toasters become the ‘Boasters’ near the middle of March, Bog knows why. The newly minted CD (or thumbdrive) will be available at the door. Come on down and get an earful of blarney! Possibly Irish Possibly Irish is a dynamic west coast Irish band from the Willamette Valley known for high energy, entertaining shows with their own touch of humor and rich vocal harmonies. Expect to hear traditional foot-stomping Irish/Celtic pub songs and fresh originals. The band blends their own modern northwest style witn rich traditions of Irish/Celtic music creating a fusion of energy and emotion that captivates audiences. The richness of their performances is enhanced not only by the diverse age and background of their performers, but also by a diverse array of instruments, including but not limited to the Irish whistle, Irish flute, bodhran drum, djembe, small pipes, mandolin, accordion, hammered dulcimer, guitar, banjo, harmonica and more.

Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome. A hat will be passed to defray the cost of the room. Sing at 7 pm.

Questions? Ken(*at*)KenGaines.com

Upcoming: Mar 14, Apr 11, May 9, Jun 13

Monthly chantey sing sponsored by NW Seaport Maritime Heritage Center.

Next Chantey Sing
Dec 13 (Fri)
7 pm - 9 pm (U.S. Pacific Time)

WE‘RE BACK with live, in-person chantey sings! You can also view and sing along remotely with the Zoom simulcast. We usually meet on the second Friday of the month, and locations vary month-to-month, so please sign up for email notifications. We will keep you posted with monthly updates and how to view remotely via Zoom.

COVID Precautions: You are welcome to wear a mask if you wish. If you are experiencing any symptoms of illness, please do not attend the event. We will not have food or drink concessions, so please bring your own water.

?Northwest Seaport is a very non-profit organization that depends on donations to preserve its historic ships and keep programs like the Chantey Sing going strong. Please make a donation today. Thank you!

Upcoming Chantey Sings:
Jan 10 (Fri)
Feb 14 (Fri)
Mar 14 (Fri)

Modern English country dance for all, Dancing starts at 7:30. Show up early to check in. Newcomers are always welcome. We waive the admission fee the first time you attend. An introductory session is available at 7:15 upon request. Admission: $7-$20 sliding scale.

No street shoes permitted beyond entryway. Only clean soled shoes permitted on the dance floor. No partner required.

We welcome people who respect our expressed dance-community values and code of conduct without regard for age, race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, sexual orientation, or ability.

Oct 31: Community led dance (Mixed Positional and Gendered Calling) with Fine Companions: Erik Weberg, Bill Yomczak, Betsy Branch, Lisa Scott
Nov 7: *****Portland English Ball Weekend at Oaks Park Dance Pavilion*****
Nov 14: caller Cynthia Stenger (Positional Calling) with Sue Songer, Lori Schaffer, Ben Blechman
Nov 21: caller Laura Hatch (Mixed Positional and Gendered calling) with The Hat Band: Jon Neff, Syd Newell, Meg Tapley
Nov 28: caller Ric Goldman (Positional and Gender Neutral Calling) with Erica Liebert, Carl Thor, Norman Farrell, Landon Kuhn
Dec 5: caller Lindsey Dono (Positional Calling) with Erica Liebert, Carl Thor, Norman Farrell, Landon Kuhn
Dec 12: Jane Austen/ Regency Dance: caller Laura Hatch (Mixed Positional and Gendered Calling) with Sue Songer, Ben Blechman, Lori Shaffer
Dec 19: caller Nan Evans (Gendered Calling) with Full Circle: Fred Nussbaum, George Penk, Heather Pinney
Dec 26: ******DANCE CANCELLED****

Mask Policy:
All dances are mask-optional at this time.

COVID Policy:
PCDC no longer requires proof of vaccination, but we continue to encourage everyone to be vaccinated.

With a career spanning over two decades, Hanneke Cassel has helped redefine what it means to be a modern fiddler. Fusing musical influences from the Isle of Skye and Cape Breton Island with Americana stylings, she blends originality and innovation with the spirit of Scottish traditional fiddle, $25 advance/$28 day of show. Prepare for a performance described by the Boston Globe as “exuberant and rhythmic, somehow wild and innocent, delivered with captivating melodic clarity and an irresistible playfulness.” Beyond the strings of her fiddle, Hanneke’s generous presence and passion round out her magnetism as a performer on the world stage of fiddle music. Hanneke will be joined on stage by Yann Falquet (guitar) and Tristan Clarridge (cello).

Join us for a weekend full of Irish music, dance, culture, and an exciting boxing event! Grab your tickets early and take advantage of our limited-time discount before prices go up.

Festival Tickets:
Festival Pass – $100: Includes access to all festival days, all locations, and Friday’s boxing event.

Limited-Time Online Discount: Now through March 11th, daily tickets are just $20 per day.

Regular Pricing: After March 11th, daily tickets will be $30 per day online or at the door.

Festival Music Schedule
Below you will find the festival schedule for live music, dance shows, pipers, and more at Kells Irish Pub at 112 SW 2nd Avenue.

Mar 14 (Fri):
8 pm - Beltaine
10 pm - Coming Up Threes

Mar 15 (Sat):
12 pm - open
4:30 pm - Beglan and Murray
6:30 pm - Jayeile
8 pm - Kells Pipers
8:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
10:30 pm - Padraig

Mar 16 (Sun):
10 am - Bob Soper Band
2 pm - St. James Gate
4 pm - Beltaine
6 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
8 pm - Jayeile

Mar 17 (Mon):
12 pm - Padraig (Pub Stage)
1 pm - Beltaine (Upstairs)
2 pm - Jayeile (Pub Stage)
3 pm - An Daire Academy of Irish Dance (Upstairs)
3:30 pm - Sean Daly and the Shams (Upstairs)
4 pm - Cúl an Tí (Pub Stage)
5:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band (Upstairs)
6 pm - Padraig (Pub Stage)
7:30 pm - St. James‘s Gate (Upstairs)
8 pm - Sami Rouissi Band (Pub Stage)
10 pm - Jayeile

Live music, Irish dancing, smooth whiskey, perfect pours of Guinness, tasty food, and great company - it‘s all at the pub!

A portion of proceeds from St. Patrick‘s Day will be donated to our neighbors in need through the Emergency Services.

Schedule:
Mar 14 (Fri)
8 pm: St. James‘s Gate

Mar 15 (Sat)
7 am: All Nations Rugby
8 pm: Charlie Mopps - "Beer. Beer, Beer"
10 pm: St. Pat‘s Dance Party!

Mar 16 (Sun) - Family Day!
2 pm: Sunday Music Session
3-5 pm: Face Painting and Fairy Hair
3:30 pm: Yeates Irish Dancers

Mar 17 (Mon) [$10 cover charge begins at 12 pm - food and drink specials all day]
7 am: Open for Irish Coffees
11 am-1 pm: Irish Piping Tunes
3 pm: Murray Irish Dancers
5-7 pm: Whiskey Deaf
8-10 pm: Kate and The Lads

Join us for a weekend full of Irish music, dance, culture, and an exciting boxing event! Grab your tickets early and take advantage of our limited-time discount before prices go up.

Festival Tickets:
Festival Pass – $100: Includes access to all festival days, all locations, and Friday’s boxing event.

Limited-Time Online Discount: Now through March 11th, daily tickets are just $20 per day.

Regular Pricing: After March 11th, daily tickets will be $30 per day online or at the door.

Festival Music Schedule
Below you will find the festival schedule for live music, dance shows, pipers, and more at Kells Brewery on 210 NW 21st Ave.

Mar 14 (Fri):
9:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band

Mar 15 (Sat):
12 pm - open
4:30 pm - Yeates Academy of Irish Dance
7 pm - Kells Pipers
7:30 pm - Padraig
9:30 pm - St. James Gate

Mar 16 (Sun):
12 pm - An Daire Academy of Irish Dance
5:30 pm - Padraig

Mar 17 (Mon):
1 pm - Murray Irish Dancers
2 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
4 pm - Beltaine
6 pm - Jayeile
8 pm - Cúl an Tí
10 pm - Padraig

Music in the country style, including western & western swing, cowboy & country blues, country folk, bluegrass, rockabilly, hillbilly, Americana, and honky tonk. hosted by Robert Parish, Wayne and Kathy Johnson, Wayne Selzer, Mary Rondthaler, and Gary Baysinger.

1st Saturday - Robert Parish along with son Graham play sets featuring particular artists as well as sets with a variety of artist.

2nd Saturday, Wayne and Kathy - Variety of country, western, western swing, country folk, country blues, bluegrass, rockabilly and Americana.

3rd Saturday - Will Selzer - Blends all types & styles of country music from 50+ years, rooted in mid-20th century, men and women artists equally. The goal is to entertain our listeners and to have fun.

4th Saturday - Mary - Bringing a musician’s ear to the collective with a focus on older country and Western swing from the ‘30s to the ‘70s, always with a good dose of women artists.

5th Saturday - Gary - Countrypolitan Blues - A mix of eastern philosophy and western swing; the yin, the yang, and the do-si-do.

Past shows available on the program page at https://kboo.fm/program/swing-n-country.

Every Saturday, 9 am to noon, the best of traditional and contemporary bluegrass and old time music, and information about local shows and festivals!

First Saturday: Justin Auld

Second Saturday: Dave Elliott

3rd Saturday: Gareth Jenkins

4th Saturday: Chip Russell

5th Saturday: Donna Dunaif, Melissa Tanguay, Chuck Holloway

Prior shows available on the KBOO program page at https://kboo.fm/program/music-true-vine.

St. Patrick‘s Day Celebration at Edgefield, free, all ages.

The leprechauns are on our side, bringing us rainbows and merriment for St. Patrick‘s Day. Join us for multiple days of food & drink specials, McMenamins own Irish Stout, live music and plenty of hijinks.

Join us for the annual St. Patrick‘s Day Golf Tourney on Monday, March 17!

Live music & entertainment

Mar 15 (Sat):
Face painting * 1-4 pm
Balloon artist * 1-3 pm
Roaming
Bagpipers

In the Ballroom
St. James‘s Gate * noon-2 pm
Dadweed * 2:30-5 pm
Sean Daly & The Shams * 5:30-7:30 pm
The Stomptowners * 8-10 pm

At Blackberry Hall
Coming Up Threes * noon-2 pm
Na Rósaí * 2:30-4:30 pm
Yeates Academy Dancers * 4:30-5 pm
Katie Jane Band * 5:30-7 pm

March 16 (Sun):
In the Ballroom
Jump at the Sun * noon-2 pm
Hardly Strictly Irish * 2:30-5 pm
Kate & The Lads * 5:30-7 pm

March 17 (Mon):
Face painting * 4-6pm
Balloon artist * 4-6pm

Roaming
Bagpipers

In the Ballroom
Peter Yeates Duo * noon-2:30 pm
Brigid‘s Crossing * 3-5 pm
Kinvara * 5:30-7 pm
Saloon Ensemble 7:30-9 pm

AT Blackberry Hall
Biddy on the Bench * noon-2 pm
Two Rivers Céilí Band * 2:30-4:30 pm
Yeates Academy Dancers * 4:30-5 pm
Possibly Irish * 5:30-7 pm

In the Winery Tasting Room
Grace Honeywell * 7-9 pm

Join us for a weekend full of Irish music, dance, culture, and an exciting boxing event! Grab your tickets early and take advantage of our limited-time discount before prices go up.

Festival Tickets:
Festival Pass – $100: Includes access to all festival days, all locations, and Friday’s boxing event.

Limited-Time Online Discount: Now through March 11th, daily tickets are just $20 per day.

Regular Pricing: After March 11th, daily tickets will be $30 per day online or at the door. Festival Music Schedule Below you will find the festival schedule for live music, dance shows, pipers, and more at Waterfront Park.

Mar 14 (Fri):
5 pm - Ireland VS. Oregon USA Boxing (tickets $45 presale/$50 door)

Mar 15 (Sat):
12 pm - An Daire Academy of Irish Dance
1 pm - Cúl an Tí
3:30 pm - Jayeile
5 pm - Kells Pipes and Drums
5:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
7 pm - Portland Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums
7:30 pm - Coming Up Threes
9:30 pm - Sean Daly and the Shams

Mar 16 (Sun):
12 pm - Irish Trio
1 pm - Yeates Academy of Irish Dance
1:30 pm - Coming Up Threes
3 pm - Kells Pipers
3:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band

Join us for a weekend full of Irish music, dance, culture, and an exciting boxing event! Grab your tickets early and take advantage of our limited-time discount before prices go up.

Festival Tickets:
Festival Pass – $100: Includes access to all festival days, all locations, and Friday’s boxing event.

Limited-Time Online Discount: Now through March 11th, daily tickets are just $20 per day.

Regular Pricing: After March 11th, daily tickets will be $30 per day online or at the door.

Festival Music Schedule
Below you will find the festival schedule for live music, dance shows, pipers, and more at Kells Irish Pub at 112 SW 2nd Avenue.

Mar 14 (Fri):
8 pm - Beltaine
10 pm - Coming Up Threes

Mar 15 (Sat):
12 pm - open
4:30 pm - Beglan and Murray
6:30 pm - Jayeile
8 pm - Kells Pipers
8:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
10:30 pm - Padraig

Mar 16 (Sun):
10 am - Bob Soper Band
2 pm - St. James Gate
4 pm - Beltaine
6 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
8 pm - Jayeile

Mar 17 (Mon):
12 pm - Padraig (Pub Stage)
1 pm - Beltaine (Upstairs)
2 pm - Jayeile (Pub Stage)
3 pm - An Daire Academy of Irish Dance (Upstairs)
3:30 pm - Sean Daly and the Shams (Upstairs)
4 pm - Cúl an Tí (Pub Stage)
5:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band (Upstairs)
6 pm - Padraig (Pub Stage)
7:30 pm - St. James‘s Gate (Upstairs)
8 pm - Sami Rouissi Band (Pub Stage)
10 pm - Jayeile

Join us for a weekend full of Irish music, dance, culture, and an exciting boxing event! Grab your tickets early and take advantage of our limited-time discount before prices go up.

Festival Tickets:
Festival Pass – $100: Includes access to all festival days, all locations, and Friday’s boxing event.

Limited-Time Online Discount: Now through March 11th, daily tickets are just $20 per day.

Regular Pricing: After March 11th, daily tickets will be $30 per day online or at the door.

Festival Music Schedule
Below you will find the festival schedule for live music, dance shows, pipers, and more at Kells Brewery on 210 NW 21st Ave.

Mar 14 (Fri):
9:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band

Mar 15 (Sat):
12 pm - open
4:30 pm - Yeates Academy of Irish Dance
7 pm - Kells Pipers
7:30 pm - Padraig
9:30 pm - St. James Gate

Mar 16 (Sun):
12 pm - An Daire Academy of Irish Dance
5:30 pm - Padraig

Mar 17 (Mon):
1 pm - Murray Irish Dancers
2 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
4 pm - Beltaine
6 pm - Jayeile
8 pm - Cúl an Tí
10 pm - Padraig

Please come join the Harp Circle at Artichoke Music. Harp players are encouraged to share a tune or play along. It will take place every 3rd Saturday from 11am-1pm, $5-$10 suggested donation at the door.

Suggested book is Kim Robertson‘s Celtic Harp Solos. Open to all levels of players and listeners welcome, too.

PLEASE NOTE: This event will be primarily held in the Cafe but some months we may have to move it upstairs in the front classroom. Location will be clearly indicated each month.

St. Patrick‘s Day Celebration at Kennedy School, free, all ages.

The leprechauns are on our side, bringing us rainbows and merriment for St. Patrick‘s Day. Join us for multiple days of food & drink specials, McMenamins own Irish Stout, live music and plenty of hijinks.

LiveE Music & Entertainment

March 15 (Sat): in the Gymnasium:
Murray Irish Dancers * 12:30-1pm
Two Rivers Céilí Band * 1:30-3:30 pm
Forty Drop Few * 4-5:30pm
Blue Flags & Black Grass * 6-8 pm

March 16 (Sun) in the Gymnasium:
The Stomptowners * 2-4pm
Yeates Academy Dancers * 4-4:30pm

Monday, March 17 in the Gymnasium:
Murray Irish Hooley * 6-8pm

Monday, March 17 in the Theater:
Celtic Light Orchestra * 7pm * $28 adults/ $23 kids 12 and under
Dance class, raffle and a dazzling performance from Celtic Light Orchestra, the world‘s only light up orchestra!

Tune Explorer Sessions are a collaborative effort between MÓD and the TrailJams Community and consist of weekly slow & learning sessions for musician s who are just starting to build repertoire and skill, or are building proficiency on an instrument.

NOTE: Effective March 1, the suggested donation has been dropped to $5, cash or Venmo.

This session is focused on playing traditional Irish tunes on melody instruments (not rhythm instruments or percussion). For more information visit TrailJams. (For Winter 2025, the teaching & learning sessions are on the first and third Saturdays of the month. There are slow sessions - without teaching - on the second, fourth, and fifth Saturdays of the month. The slow sessions are at different locations.)

Tom’s folk music program is going on 35 years and one of the longest running music radio shows around.

You can listen on www.folkmusicnotebook.com on Saturday at 4 pm PST and repeated again on Sunday at 1 am.

Urban and country blues with R&B, soul, jazz, zydeco and classic rock, every Saturday from 5-7 pm.

Hosted by: Dr. Jane, Rick Mitchell, Steve Cheseborough, Dave Johnson, Chuk Barber, Jan Mancuso.

Tablao Flamenco la Alcachofa live at The Artichoke, $30, two shows: 6 & 8:30 pm (doors open 1/2 hour before show time).

Espacio Flamenco is excited to welcome award winning flamenco dancer José Maldonado (Barcelona, Spain) to Tablao la Alcachofa this March! Joining him are Lillie Last and Nela McGuire (dancers), Yeshe Wingerd (vocals), Brenna McDonald (guitar), and Nick Hutch (percussion). At the Tablao you‘ll experience flamenco in its truest form with performers drawing inspiration from the moment, showcasing the dynamic connection between musicians, dancers, and audience. You have two opportunities to catch the March Tablao with 6:00pm & 8:30pm shows. Come join us for an exhilarating evening of flamenco!

Saturday night dancing at Fulton Hall continues! Sliding scale: $6-20 per person, cash or check.
7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson
7:30-10:30 pm dancing

Dec 20 (Sat): caller Lindsey Dono, music by Campaign for Reel Time

We welcome people who respect our expressed dance-community values and code of conduct without regard for age, race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, sexual orientation, or ability.

Mask Policy:
PCDC has authorized committees to make decisions about masking policies for their own events. All contra dances are mask-optional at this time.

COVID Policy:
PCDC no longer requires proof of vaccination, but we continue to encourage everyone to be vaccinated. While currently available COVID-19 vaccines no longer do much to prevent transmission, they continue to be effective for protecting oneself from more serious illness.

Hailing from Durham, NC, Jon Shain is a veteran singer-songwriter who’s been turning heads for years with his words, his fiery acoustic guitar work, and his evolved musical style – combining improvised piedmont blues with bluegrass, swing, and ragtime. Jon has released nine solo albums to date, along with two albums with duo partner FJ Ventre, a Jon Shain Trio live album, and one album of co-writes with Joe Newberry. FJ Ventre began playing music with Jon in 1982 when they met in high school and have developed a brotherly connection that continues to this day. Ventre went to University of Massachusetts-Lowell, earning a B.A. in Music Performance and Sound Recording and remained for some time in the Boston area, performing in the city‘s vibrant music scene. Since relocating to Chapel Hill, NC in 2000, Ventre has performed with his own group The Swang Brothers, as well as with Chris Stamey, Ticket Prices on-line (at the door) General Admission $24 ($27) PFS Members $21 ($24) Ages 12-18 $12 ($14) Under 12 Free This concert series has a focus on national and international artists. We have nine concerts scheduled for the 2024/2025 season (September through May). All concerts start at 7:30 pm. Doors to seating open at 7. Upcoming Concerts: Apr 19: Mollie O‘Brien and Rich Moore May 17: The Small Glories COVID Policy: PFS Concerts follow the guidelines set by the State of Oregon. Currently, there are no mask requirements. There may be additional requirements for select performances. This policy is subject to change and ticket holders will be contacted with updates.

Live music, Irish dancing, smooth whiskey, perfect pours of Guinness, tasty food, and great company - it‘s all at the pub!

A portion of proceeds from St. Patrick‘s Day will be donated to our neighbors in need through the Emergency Services.

Schedule:
Mar 14 (Fri)
8 pm: St. James‘s Gate

Mar 15 (Sat)
7 am: All Nations Rugby
8 pm: Charlie Mopps - "Beer. Beer, Beer"
10 pm: St. Pat‘s Dance Party!

Mar 16 (Sun) - Family Day!
2 pm: Sunday Music Session
3-5 pm: Face Painting and Fairy Hair
3:30 pm: Yeates Irish Dancers

Mar 17 (Mon) [$10 cover charge begins at 12 pm - food and drink specials all day]
7 am: Open for Irish Coffees
11 am-1 pm: Irish Piping Tunes
3 pm: Murray Irish Dancers
5-7 pm: Whiskey Deaf
8-10 pm: Kate and The Lads

Pete Yeates (guitar) and Ken Larson (bodhran) play every other Saturday at Whelan‘s Irish Pub.

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE
Sun/Mon 7-9 pm, Wed/Thu/Sat 8-10 pm

No cover charge, tips for musicians welcome!

Aug 30 (Sat): Adlai Alexander with Cheryl Alex and Laurent Nickel
Aug 31 (Sun): Faerie Folk - Irish influenced excursions
Sep 1 (Mon): James Clem - blues, roots
Sep 3 (Wed): Paul Mazzio and Clay Giberson - jazz trumpet and piano
Sep 4 (Thu): Coleoptera Saxophone Quartet plays the music of Abbey Road
Sep 7 (Sun): Riner Scivally, Ed Bennett and Dave Snodgrass - jazz
Sep 8 (Mon): Newport Nightingales - 20s, 30s harmony
Sep 10 (Wed): Terry Robb - Blues Master
Sep 11 (Thu): Ivan Alamo and Ben Finley - Cuban/Latin/BossaNova
Sep 14 (Sun): Piano bar with Courtney Freed and David Saffert
Sep 15 (Mon): Mike Horsfall and CKevin Deitz - jazz vibes and bass
Sep 17 (Wed): Kerry Politzer and Ben Graves - jazz piano and guitar
Sep 18 (Thu): Catarina New - jazz, Brazilian
Sep 21 (Sun): Chris Lee‘s Tribute to Egberto Gismondi
Sep 22 (Mon): Whiskey Deaf - bluegrass and early country duets
Sep 24 (Wed): Gordon Lee - jazz piano
Sep 25 (Thu): The Bylines and Willow Stephens - American music cocktail
Sep 27 (Sat): Adlai Alexander and Dan Balmer - mellow jazz

The Americana stomp of Portland’s cult/band Family Worship Center meets the indie/alternative rock of Left on Tenth, as two of Portland’s most original and unique bands share the bill for an evening of music that is not to be missed, doors open at 7 pm, $23 advance/$29 door, 21+. This is a partially-seated show, so you can dance.

Tablao Flamenco la Alcachofa live at The Artichoke, $30, two shows: 6 & 8:30 pm (doors open 1/2 hour before show time).

Espacio Flamenco is excited to welcome award winning flamenco dancer José Maldonado (Barcelona, Spain) to Tablao la Alcachofa this March! Joining him are Lillie Last and Nela McGuire (dancers), Yeshe Wingerd (vocals), Brenna McDonald (guitar), and Nick Hutch (percussion). At the Tablao you‘ll experience flamenco in its truest form with performers drawing inspiration from the moment, showcasing the dynamic connection between musicians, dancers, and audience. You have two opportunities to catch the March Tablao with 6:00pm & 8:30pm shows. Come join us for an exhilarating evening of flamenco!

Join us for a weekend full of Irish music, dance, culture, and an exciting boxing event! Grab your tickets early and take advantage of our limited-time discount before prices go up.

Festival Tickets:
Festival Pass – $100: Includes access to all festival days, all locations, and Friday’s boxing event.

Limited-Time Online Discount: Now through March 11th, daily tickets are just $20 per day.

Regular Pricing: After March 11th, daily tickets will be $30 per day online or at the door.

Festival Music Schedule
Below you will find the festival schedule for live music, dance shows, pipers, and more at Kells Irish Pub at 112 SW 2nd Avenue.

Mar 14 (Fri):
8 pm - Beltaine
10 pm - Coming Up Threes

Mar 15 (Sat):
12 pm - open
4:30 pm - Beglan and Murray
6:30 pm - Jayeile
8 pm - Kells Pipers
8:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
10:30 pm - Padraig

Mar 16 (Sun):
10 am - Bob Soper Band
2 pm - St. James Gate
4 pm - Beltaine
6 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
8 pm - Jayeile

Mar 17 (Mon):
12 pm - Padraig (Pub Stage)
1 pm - Beltaine (Upstairs)
2 pm - Jayeile (Pub Stage)
3 pm - An Daire Academy of Irish Dance (Upstairs)
3:30 pm - Sean Daly and the Shams (Upstairs)
4 pm - Cúl an Tí (Pub Stage)
5:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band (Upstairs)
6 pm - Padraig (Pub Stage)
7:30 pm - St. James‘s Gate (Upstairs)
8 pm - Sami Rouissi Band (Pub Stage)
10 pm - Jayeile

Join us for a weekend full of Irish music, dance, culture, and an exciting boxing event! Grab your tickets early and take advantage of our limited-time discount before prices go up.

Festival Tickets:
Festival Pass – $100: Includes access to all festival days, all locations, and Friday’s boxing event.

Limited-Time Online Discount: Now through March 11th, daily tickets are just $20 per day.

Regular Pricing: After March 11th, daily tickets will be $30 per day online or at the door.

Festival Music Schedule
Below you will find the festival schedule for live music, dance shows, pipers, and more at Kells Brewery on 210 NW 21st Ave.

Mar 14 (Fri):
9:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band

Mar 15 (Sat):
12 pm - open
4:30 pm - Yeates Academy of Irish Dance
7 pm - Kells Pipers
7:30 pm - Padraig
9:30 pm - St. James Gate

Mar 16 (Sun):
12 pm - An Daire Academy of Irish Dance
5:30 pm - Padraig

Mar 17 (Mon):
1 pm - Murray Irish Dancers
2 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
4 pm - Beltaine
6 pm - Jayeile
8 pm - Cúl an Tí
10 pm - Padraig

Join us for a weekend full of Irish music, dance, culture, and an exciting boxing event! Grab your tickets early and take advantage of our limited-time discount before prices go up.

Festival Tickets:
Festival Pass – $100: Includes access to all festival days, all locations, and Friday’s boxing event.

Limited-Time Online Discount: Now through March 11th, daily tickets are just $20 per day.

Regular Pricing: After March 11th, daily tickets will be $30 per day online or at the door. Festival Music Schedule Below you will find the festival schedule for live music, dance shows, pipers, and more at Waterfront Park.

Mar 14 (Fri):
5 pm - Ireland VS. Oregon USA Boxing (tickets $45 presale/$50 door)

Mar 15 (Sat):
12 pm - An Daire Academy of Irish Dance
1 pm - Cúl an Tí
3:30 pm - Jayeile
5 pm - Kells Pipes and Drums
5:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band
7 pm - Portland Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums
7:30 pm - Coming Up Threes
9:30 pm - Sean Daly and the Shams

Mar 16 (Sun):
12 pm - Irish Trio
1 pm - Yeates Academy of Irish Dance
1:30 pm - Coming Up Threes
3 pm - Kells Pipers
3:30 pm - Sami Rouissi Band

St. Patrick‘s Day Celebration at Edgefield, free, all ages.

The leprechauns are on our side, bringing us rainbows and merriment for St. Patrick‘s Day. Join us for multiple days of food & drink specials, McMenamins own Irish Stout, live music and plenty of hijinks.

Join us for the annual St. Patrick‘s Day Golf Tourney on Monday, March 17!

Live music & entertainment

Mar 15 (Sat):
Face painting * 1-4 pm
Balloon artist * 1-3 pm
Roaming
Bagpipers

In the Ballroom
St. James‘s Gate * noon-2 pm
Dadweed * 2:30-5 pm
Sean Daly & The Shams * 5:30-7:30 pm
The Stomptowners * 8-10 pm

At Blackberry Hall
Coming Up Threes * noon-2 pm
Na Rósaí * 2:30-4:30 pm
Yeates Academy Dancers * 4:30-5 pm
Katie Jane Band * 5:30-7 pm

March 16 (Sun):
In the Ballroom
Jump at the Sun * noon-2 pm
Hardly Strictly Irish * 2:30-5 pm
Kate & The Lads * 5:30-7 pm

March 17 (Mon):
Face painting * 4-6pm
Balloon artist * 4-6pm

Roaming
Bagpipers

In the Ballroom
Peter Yeates Duo * noon-2:30 pm
Brigid‘s Crossing * 3-5 pm
Kinvara * 5:30-7 pm
Saloon Ensemble 7:30-9 pm

AT Blackberry Hall
Biddy on the Bench * noon-2 pm
Two Rivers Céilí Band * 2:30-4:30 pm
Yeates Academy Dancers * 4:30-5 pm
Possibly Irish * 5:30-7 pm

In the Winery Tasting Room
Grace Honeywell * 7-9 pm

Kelly Brightwell & Woody Moran lead a song circle at The Artichoke every 3rd Sunday of the month. Bring your instrument, bring your songs (original or cover), bring your voice and let’s share some songs around the circle, suggested donation $5-$10 (doors open at 12:30 pm).

Americana artist Kelly Brightwell and folk-rocker Woody Moran serve up catchy harmonies and heartfelt messages with a sound reminiscent of The Civil Wars, Birds of Chicago, and UK band The Shires. The award-winning songwriters perform as a duo and with a full band in the Pacific Northwest region, playing house concerts, listening rooms and festival stages.

On Sunday afternoons, the Hostel Café in Portland, Oregon provides a friendly setting for this TrailJams Irish traditional tune session. TrailJams is a music community focused on making acoustic music together outside for the enjoyment of the musicians and of people passing by. The cozy café makes a great place to keep the music going in the winter. In better weather, the tune playing moves out to the café’s courtyard. Guests of the Hostel Café and the adjoining Northwest Portland Hostel are likely to settle at one of the nearby tables to enjoy the music.

COVID Policy:
Please be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 if you are joining this session — that is a request, not a requirement.

New! Portland Folkmusic Society West Side Song Circle! Help us ring the rafters and raise the roof! You bring it, we’ll sing it at 2-4:30 pm, on the third Sunday of each month.

Southminster Presbyterian Church, Beaverton, 12250 SW Denney Rd,
corner of Hall. (In the Petersen Gallery. Use the east parking lot and
enter at the east door. Please, no alcohol.)

Bring your friends. Everyone welcome!

Questions? Email stevemullinax57*(at)*gmail.com. RSVP would be appreciated.

Uilleann piper Preston Howard Wilde leads an Irish piping session - it’s a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon, all ages, 2-4 pm.

Mar 16 - pre-empted by St. Patrick‘s Day Celebration. Irish piping tunes can be heard on Mar 17 (Mon) from 11 am to 1 pm.

St. Patrick‘s Day Celebration at Kennedy School, free, all ages.

The leprechauns are on our side, bringing us rainbows and merriment for St. Patrick‘s Day. Join us for multiple days of food & drink specials, McMenamins own Irish Stout, live music and plenty of hijinks.

LiveE Music & Entertainment

March 15 (Sat): in the Gymnasium:
Murray Irish Dancers * 12:30-1pm
Two Rivers Céilí Band * 1:30-3:30 pm
Forty Drop Few * 4-5:30pm
Blue Flags & Black Grass * 6-8 pm

March 16 (Sun) in the Gymnasium:
The Stomptowners * 2-4pm
Yeates Academy Dancers * 4-4:30pm

Monday, March 17 in the Gymnasium:
Murray Irish Hooley * 6-8pm

Monday, March 17 in the Theater:
Celtic Light Orchestra * 7pm * $28 adults/ $23 kids 12 and under
Dance class, raffle and a dazzling performance from Celtic Light Orchestra, the world‘s only light up orchestra!

Live music, Irish dancing, smooth whiskey, perfect pours of Guinness, tasty food, and great company - it‘s all at the pub!

A portion of proceeds from St. Patrick‘s Day will be donated to our neighbors in need through the Emergency Services.

Schedule:
Mar 14 (Fri)
8 pm: St. James‘s Gate

Mar 15 (Sat)
7 am: All Nations Rugby
8 pm: Charlie Mopps - "Beer. Beer, Beer"
10 pm: St. Pat‘s Dance Party!

Mar 16 (Sun) - Family Day!
2 pm: Sunday Music Session
3-5 pm: Face Painting and Fairy Hair
3:30 pm: Yeates Irish Dancers

Mar 17 (Mon) [$10 cover charge begins at 12 pm - food and drink specials all day]
7 am: Open for Irish Coffees
11 am-1 pm: Irish Piping Tunes
3 pm: Murray Irish Dancers
5-7 pm: Whiskey Deaf
8-10 pm: Kate and The Lads

Artichoke Community Music song circle led by the Soldier Songs and Voices Team.

We welcome all veterans and current military to bring your acoustic instruments and share a song or two, covers and/or originals. Song books will be available.

Soldier Songs and Voices provides free songwriting workshops and guitar and voice instruction to veterans of all eras. We believe that everyone has a story to tell and that telling it in song is a path to a happier and healthier life. Loaner guitars are available. If you are interested in joining the workshops, email us.

Come enjoy the annual Shamrock Cruise onboard the Portland Spirit for a three-hour cruise on the Willamette with the music and dance of Ireland all communities and ages. Each deck has live entertainment of music from DREOS and The Katie Jane Band and dancers, the Rowan Fae Irish Dance Company Troupe! There is a bistro, no-host, food on one level and full bars on all levels for your pleasure to purchase. Boarding time – 3:30 pm. Need accommodations for boarding? Contact the Portland Spirit directly. Please note that time springs ahead on March 9th! Boarding at Caruthers Street with free and secured parking. 4 - 7 Adult Tickets: $55 – General Admission Online $60 – General Admission Door Youth Tickets (add a General Admission ticket to your cart to select the following discounts) Ages 12-17 – $35 online, $40 door Ages 6-11 – $20 online, $25 door Ages 0-5 – Free when accompanied by a paying adult Online ticket prices rise to the door price at 4 pm, Friday, March 14, 2025. Accessible boarding is on the first level, please call the Portland Spirit to arrange and visit portlandspirit.com/faq for more information. All ages are welcome. Tickets are non-refundable.

Contra Remix: Gender-free Queer-friendly DJ‘d contra dancing.

Also keep spreading the good word to continue filling up the hall with even more of our friends and new friends we haven‘t met yet!

Contra Remix is back, with caller and DJ Noah Grunzweig.

This is a queer loving space that supports the expression, exploration, and rejection of gender & sex identities. The terms used to identify partnered positioning in our dance are Larks and Robins.

Community welcome and newcomers‘ lesson at 6:30 pm; dance 7-10

Admission: $6-$20 sliding scale

New Location! Norse Hall, upstairs - 111 NE 11th Ave, Portland

Mask Policy
PCDC has authorized committees to make decisions about masking policies for their own events. All regular Contra and English dances will be mask-optional. Check the upcoming dances information to verify status of a dance.

Vaccination Policy
PCDC no longer requires proof of vaccination, but we continue to encourage everyone to be vaccinated. While currently available COVID-19 vaccines no longer do much to prevent transmission, they continue to be effective for protecting oneself from more serious illness.

Come and share your music at our next Monthly Meeting and Open Mic and stay to enjoy a set by our featured performer (all styles and levels welcome, bring an amp if you need one), followed by our featured performer.

Jun 15: award-winning guitarist - Brandon Azbill

COVID Policy:
Masks are encouraged but not required.

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE
Sun/Mon 7-9 pm, Wed/Thu/Sat 8-10 pm

No cover charge, tips for musicians welcome!

Aug 30 (Sat): Adlai Alexander with Cheryl Alex and Laurent Nickel
Aug 31 (Sun): Faerie Folk - Irish influenced excursions
Sep 1 (Mon): James Clem - blues, roots
Sep 3 (Wed): Paul Mazzio and Clay Giberson - jazz trumpet and piano
Sep 4 (Thu): Coleoptera Saxophone Quartet plays the music of Abbey Road
Sep 7 (Sun): Riner Scivally, Ed Bennett and Dave Snodgrass - jazz
Sep 8 (Mon): Newport Nightingales - 20s, 30s harmony
Sep 10 (Wed): Terry Robb - Blues Master
Sep 11 (Thu): Ivan Alamo and Ben Finley - Cuban/Latin/BossaNova
Sep 14 (Sun): Piano bar with Courtney Freed and David Saffert
Sep 15 (Mon): Mike Horsfall and CKevin Deitz - jazz vibes and bass
Sep 17 (Wed): Kerry Politzer and Ben Graves - jazz piano and guitar
Sep 18 (Thu): Catarina New - jazz, Brazilian
Sep 21 (Sun): Chris Lee‘s Tribute to Egberto Gismondi
Sep 22 (Mon): Whiskey Deaf - bluegrass and early country duets
Sep 24 (Wed): Gordon Lee - jazz piano
Sep 25 (Thu): The Bylines and Willow Stephens - American music cocktail
Sep 27 (Sat): Adlai Alexander and Dan Balmer - mellow jazz

Pickathon Presents Sunday Night Bluegrass, ($10 unless otherwise noted), 21+ (doors open at 7 pm).

Feb 23 (Sun): The Langan Band with Tuesday String Band ($15)
Mar 2 (Sun): Fog Holler
Mar 9 (Sun): Thunder Ridge
Mar 16 (Sun): Broken Compass Bluegrass with Josh Cole Band ($15)
Apr 6 (Sun): Fog Holler
Apr 13 (Sun): Josh Cole Band
Apr 20 (Sun): Thunder Ridge
Apr 27 (Sun): Dadweed
May 11 (Sun): Josh Cole Band
May 18 (Sun): Thunder Ridge
May 25 (Sun): Dadweed
Jun 1 (Sun): Fog Holler
Jun 15 (Sun): Thunder Ridge
Jun 22 (Sun): Josh Cole Band
Jun 29 (Sun): Dadweed
Jul 6 (Sun): Fog Holler