Boston Celtic Music Festival at Club Passim
Dates: 1/16/2025 - 1/19/2025
📍 Theatre: Club Passim
47 Palmer St., Cambridge, MA 02138
Cambridge ,
Phone: 617.492.7679
The First Round Concert on Thursday, January 16 at 7pm provides a night of the more traditional sounds of Celtic music in Boston. This evening’s concert will take place at Club Passim with performances from Ed Pearlman, Jacqueline Schwab & Laura Scott, Hanneke Cassel, and The Adam Hendey Band.
The Roots and Branches Concert Friday, January 17 at 7pm at Club Passim showcases the dynamic sounds and diverse styles of Boston’s Celtic music community, with performances from Elias Cardoso, Rakish, and Magpie.
BCMFest: Boston Urban Ceilidh on Friday, January 17 at 7:30pm at the Crystal Ballroom is one of the most popular events each year. The night features participatory and social dances from the Cape Breton and Scottish traditions, all with live music. No experience is necessary – all dances will be taught and led by an in-time caller. Acts include O’Riley Irish Dance, Contra Dance, and Scottish Ceilidh.
BCMFest: Dayfest offers over six hours of entertainment from mid-morning until 5 pm on Saturday, January 18 throughout Davis Square in Somerville at The Crystal Ballroom, The Burren, and The Rockwell. Acts confirmed to perform at Dayfest are Copley Street with Owen Marshall, Scottish Fish, Matt & Shannon Heaton, Casey & Molly, Fox River, Mrs. Wilberforce, Isabel Oliart and Friends,Clare Fraser Trio, Torrin Ryan & Amy Law, Rose Clancy Trio, Coyne Family Band, The Simon Lace Trio, Sarah Ann and Allan Chiasson, Ken Perlman with Janine Randall, Tea Time with Storyteller Joe Keane, Helen & Rose, Jen O'Shea, Riko Matsuoka, and Clara Rose & Raphaella Hero.
BCMFest: Nightcap with Dervish – Capping BCMFest 2025 on Saturday, January 18, at 8pm at the Somerville Theater will be a performance by the widely celebrated Irish band Dervish and a special set from Rakish. "An Honorary Moment for Brian O'Donovan" will take place before Dervish’s performance.
Enjoy some fine food in a relaxed live Celtic music atmosphere on Sunday, January 19, at the BCMFest Brunch at Club Passim from 10am – 2pm.
News About Boston Celtic Music Festival at Club Passim
Passim's Annual Summer BOSTON CELTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL to Return For Fourth Of July Weekend
May 20, 2026 Passim's Boston Celtic Music Festival (BCMFest) will return to Club Passim in Harvard Square with free daytime performances and a ticketed evening show featuring local Celtic musicians.
Allen Center in Newton to Host Scottish Celtic Music Events
February 24, 2026 The Allen Center in Newton will present two Scottish Celtic music events, showcasing traditional performances. These cultural events aim to entertain and educate audiences about Scottish heritage.
Old Blind Dogs and More Set for 23rd Annual Boston Celtic Music Festival
October 29, 2025 Passim has revealed the lineup for the 23rd annual Boston Celtic Music Festival, taking place at venues across Cambridge and Somerville including Club Passim, Somerville Theatre, Crystal Ballroom, The Burren, The Rockwell, and Arts at the Armory.
Boston Celtic Band Scottish Fish Comes to The Crystal Ballroom At Somerville Theatre
August 28, 2025 Passim will present Boston Celtic band Scottish Fish at the Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre on September 11. The group will be debuting their new album Currently for the first time live in concert.
Altan and Old Blind Dogs To Headline Boston Celtic Music Festival at Club Passim
July 30, 2025 Passim has announced that the acclaimed Celtic music groups Altan and Old Blind Dogs will headline the 23rd annual Boston Celtic Music Festival (BCMFest), taking place January 15-18, 2026 in Cambridge and Somerville.
Club Passim's Annual Summer Boston Celtic Music Festival Returns For Fourth Of July Weekend
May 15, 2025 Passim’s Summer Boston Celtic Music Festival (BCMFest) will return to Harvard Square Sunday, July 6. The festival will celebrate Greater Boston’s rich Celtic music traditions with talented local musicians and will feature both free and ticketed shows.
Club Passim Reveals Lineup For 22nd Annual Boston Celtic Music Festival
October 21, 2024 Passim will hold its 22nd annual Boston Celtic Music Festival (BCMFest) at Club Passim, Somerville Theatre, Crystal Ballroom, The Burren, and The Rockwell on January 16-19, 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Summer Boston Celtic Music Festival Set To Take Place In July At Club Passim
June 10, 2024 Experience the Summer Boston Celtic Music Festival at Club Passim this July 4th weekend, featuring a lineup of talented Celtic musicians and vibrant performances.
Scottish Fish Will Play a Holiday Show At Club Passim Next Month
November 27, 2023 Boston-based Celtic group Scottish Fish will mark eleven years of playing together with a holiday performance at Club Passim on December 22.
Club Passim Unveils Lineup For 21st Annual Boston Celtic Music Festival
November 03, 2023 Club Passim has announced the lineup for the 21st Annual Boston Celtic Music Festival, set to take place from January 11-14, 2024.
Summer BCMFest Includes Food, Live Music, and Dancing for Fourth of July Weekend
June 21, 2023 Passim’s Summer Boston Celtic Music Festival (BCMFest) is back to help the region ring in July Fourth weekend with a celebration of New England’s rich Celtic history.
Summer Boston Celtic Music Festival Returns To Club Passim in July
June 03, 2022 The Fourth of July weekend tradition is back as the Summer Boston Celtic Music Festival returns to Club Passim July 3, 2022. This year there will be shows both inside the club and outside on Palmer Street.
Club Passim's 19th Annual Boston Celtic Music Festival Moves Online
January 05, 2022 Club Passim announced that the 19th annual Boston Celtic Music Festival (BCMFest) will move online. Known for attracting the best Celtic musicians from across New England and beyond, BCMFest will feature more than two dozen artists performing January 13-16, 2022.
Club Passim's Summer Boston Celtic Music Festival Returns With In Person And Virtual Performances July 4
June 24, 2021 Club Passim is back in person with a fourth of July tradition at the legendary Cambridge listening room, Summer Boston Celtic Music Festival (Summer BCMFest).About the Theatre
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What shows have played recently at Club Passim?
Boston Celtic Music Festival - Evening Show (07/05/26-07/05/26)
Jillith Fair - Loving Jill Sobule (06/06/26-06/06/26)
Campfire Festival (05/22/26-05/25/26)
Indigenous People’s Month Celebration (10/05/25-10/05/25)
Ollella with special guest Noble Dust (08/26/25-08/26/25)
Folk Collective: Indigenous People’s Day (10/12/24-10/12/24)
What shows are coming up next at Club Passim?
Boston Celtic Music Festival - Evening Show (07/05/26-07/05/26)
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