Wednesday, Jul 16, 2025 at 10:00am
Celebrating 31 years as a week-long summer school of traditional Irish music, song, and dance in the heart of the Irish Catskills.
Schedule of events:
Class Schedule:
Morning Classes: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Afternoon Classes: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Dance Class Schedules:
- Set Dancing (Padraig McEneany): 10:00 am - 12:15 pm, Shamrock House
- Sean Nos Step (Jackie O’Riley): 10:00 am - 11:30 am and 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm, Reilly’s Pub
- Contemporary Step Dancing (Regan Wick am and 1:30): 10:00 am - 11:30 pm - 3:00 pm, Knights of Columbus
Prior registration is required for all dance classes.
Class locations will be provided to registrants prior to Arts Week.
Tuition includes access to evening concerts and ceili dances. General public can join with a paid admission or week pass.
Lectures
Afternoon Lectures: 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm at The Shamrock House
Explore topics in Irish music, dance, and culture.
Nightly Ceilis and Dance Events
Wednesday Barn Dance: 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm, Quill Festival Grounds
Admission:
- CIAW registered students: Free entry
- General public: $15 at the door per event
All dances led by Fear A Tí, Padraig McEneany.
Everyone is welcome-no experience necessary!
Evening Concerts
Enjoy world-class performances at the McGrath Pavilion, MJQ Festival Grounds.
Sessions
Open music sessions and "Listening Room" performances at local pubs and resorts from 10:00 pm - 12:00 am all week.