The annual Garrett County Celtic Festival celebrates the heritage, art, and culture of Appalachian immigrants from Scotland, Ireland, Wales, and Brittany. The day-long festival along the bonnie banks of the Youghiogheny River in the village of Friendsville is a fun event for the whole family! Activities include:
* Musical performances by IONA, Aurora Celtic, Lynne Dale, Greg Latta
* The Duffy School of Irish Dance, Potomac Highlands Scottish Country Dancers
* Multiple pipes and drums bands
* Highland Athletes
* Sheepherding demonstrations
* History and storytelling
* Glen of Clans
* Childrens' activities
* Artisan Marketplace
Rain or shine! There are many covered areas throughout the park in the event of inclement weather. Free parking, facilities ADA accessible. Tickets $15 for adults, students 5-18 $5, children under 4 are free. Discounted advance tickets available at gccelticfestival.com.
Date and Time
Saturday Jun 7, 2025
10:30 AM - 6:00 PM EDT
Location
Friendsville Community Park
Old River Rd., Friendsville, MD 21531
Fees/Admission
$15 Adults, Students $5, Children under 4 free
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