Céad Míle Fáilte
A lot of us claim Irish heritage, but even if you don’t, the Commodore Barry Arts and Cultural Center opens its arms to you. Let us share our vibrant culture and take advantage of our many facilities—including our spacious and elegant ballroom. And join in the exciting activities sponsored by the many groups and organizations that make the Center their home.
No matter who you are, no matter where your people hail from, as they say in the Irish language: Céad míle fáilte—a hundred thousand welcomes.
Media Coverage: How Philadelphia’s Irish Community Came Together to Save the Irish Center
2025 President’s Letter
Please take a moment to read our annual communication from the Irish Center’s board president, Sean McMenamin. To make a tax-deductible donation to the Irish Center, please click HERE to make a donation via PayPal, credit or debit card.
Looking Ahead to 2026!
Click to read our President’s Letter.
Irish Center’s Wish List
Click HERE to view a list of items most needed to preserve the Irish Center’s charm, improve safety, and support our mission to be a welcoming hub for the community.
Upcoming Events
There is always something happening here at the Irish Center! Continue scrolling for information about upcoming Irish Center-hosted events, events sponsored by various organizations, and a selection of Philadelphia Ceili Group events. To view the Ceili Group’s full calendar, please click HERE.
2026
• Sunday, January 3rd: Children’s Art Show Ceremony
• Sunday, January 25th: Bloody Sunday Remembrance Mass
• Sunday, February 8th: Annual St. Brigid’s Day Tea; Tickets must be purchased in advance! We are not able to accommodate walk in guests; $40/person – click HERE for tickets
• Friday, February 20th: Glenside Gaelic Club Bingo Night; click HERE for more details
• Saturday, March 14th: Paul Byrom Live in Concert – “Songs from Home”; Doors open at 6.30 pm, concert starts at 7.30 pm; Click HERE for tickets
• Sunday, March 15th: Post-Parade Party; more details coming soon!
• Sunday, March 22nd: Sina Theil Concert; Doors open at 3.00 pm, concert starts at 4.00 pm; $25/ticket online in advance – click HERE for tickets; $30/ticket at the door
• Saturday, June 13th: Onóir returns to the Irish Center! Doors open at 6.00 pm; Concert starts at 7.00 pm; $30 in advance, $35 at the door; Click HERE for tickets
***IMPORTANT: Refunds will not be distributed unless the Irish Center must cancel the event***
Monthly Events
• 3rd Wednesday: Senior Lunch hosted by the Irish Center
– All are welcome; 12.00 – 2.00 pm
– 2026 Dates: Jan 21, Feb 18, Mar 18, Apr 15, May 20, June 17, (no lunch in July & August), Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 16
• 3rd Sunday: Society Meetings
Events Co-Sponsored by the Philadelphia Ceili Group & the Irish Center:
• 1st Friday: Traditional Irish Music Session with Ceili Dance Instruction
– FREE, All are welcome; Starting at 8 pm; Sponsored by Hollis Payer & Philadelphia Ceili Group
– One hour of Ceili Dance instruction with Bobby Graham (FREE); 8 – 9 pm
• 2nd Thursday: Singers’ Session
– All songs welcome; 7.30 pm; Free
• 2nd Friday: Set Dancing
– Hosted in the Fireside Room
• 2nd Sunday: Traditional Irish Music Session
– Sponsored by Next Generation
• 2nd Sunday: Ceili Og, for the young and young at heart
– 3 – 5 pm; Free (please note, Ceili Og will not be held in July, August or September)
• 3rd Sunday: Philadelphia Ceili Group Meeting
• 4th Friday: George Sinkler Band
– 6.30 – 9.00 pm: Swing, Blues, Latin and the Great American Song Book
Weekly Events
• Tuesdays:
-Set Dancing (Fireside Room)
-Emerald Pipers (Ballroom)
-Fiddle Lessons (Dining Room)
• Thursdays: Jazz Night
Join us on Thursdays from 6.00 – 11.00 pm for live jazz in the Fireside Room; Pizza and bar menu are available.
Support the Irish Center
To make a tax-deductible donation to the Irish Center, please click HERE to make a donation via PayPal.
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Thank you to our Summer 2025 Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Lisa & Sarah Maloney
Silver Sponsors
John Shields/Circle of Friends
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