This historical tall ship will head from Melbourne to Portarlington for the week-end with sails around the bay scheduled each day - you may even find a festival musician on board to set a festival mood. Tickets on board.
The Enterprise
This is a marquee on the festival site. We create the feeling of a wine bar. Tables, Chairs, great atmosphere and a bar.
The Village Tavern
This is a seated concert venue in a large community Hall. At times during the week-end the venue is transformed to a Ceili space ( to dance ).
Parks Hall
a short stroll along Brown street to this venue. Host to small concerts and workshops.
St johns Church
Set in the middle of town this historic building will come alive with an interactive installation and in between that you are bound hear the sound of Pipes coming from above.
The Rotunda
A cozy spot amidst bustling market stalls and food vendors. Free music during the day ( non ticketed ) and Sessions ( ticketed ) into the night. Bar, Tables and Chairs - the next best thing to a Celtic Pub. This is a new venue for 2024.
The Session Bar
A walk up Harding street brings you to this warm, quite, medium sized church venue. This has production ( PA ) and hosts some lovely concerts.
St Patrick’s Church
You will find over 70 Markets Stalls and Food Vendors with something to tempt you with, Wander around this area of the festival at your leisure. You will come across a range displays and demonstrations across the festival - highland cattle, hurling, pipe bands, a labyrinth and much more.
Festival Hub
Across the road from the festival site in Newcombe Street this church venue will host acoustic concerts and workshops.
St Andrew’s Church
Our largest marquee on site. This is the lively venue with plenty of high energy and fun. The venue has tables and chairs and a bar,
The Celtic Club
Just near the Rotunda you will find the Club Room. A seated, warm venue hosting concerts ( PA system ) and a range of activities across the week-end.
The Club Room
National Celtic Folk Festival
Portarlington
6-9 June 2025
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