Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann

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COMHALTAS CEOLTÓIRÍ ÉIREANN (An Comhaltas),based in Dublin, was set up in 1951 to promote Irish culture,

including traditional music, song, dancing and language. There are over 450 branches throughout the world

We are committed to the promotion of Irish music, song & dance & provide opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy and participate in the traditions of Ireland that have been passed down through the generations. 

COMHALTAS CANBERRA BRANCH  (incorporated in the Australian Capital Territory) was re-established in September 2019, based at the Canberra Irish Club. Our focus is:

  • Enrolment of traditional musicians (both vocal and instrumental), traditional dancers and supporters of the aims and objectives of An Comhaltas
  • Holding sessions and cultural events for the entertainment of our members and the local Irish communites
  • Facilitating the learning of Irish traditional music, singing, dancing and language by our members
  • Spreading information about An Comhaltas and its activities

MEMBERSHIP, from $20 per year, is open to anyone supporting the objectives of An Comhaltas.  Inquiries to  canberra@comhaltas.net

We support and organise Irish music & song sessions & cultural events especially at the ancient Celtic Cross Quarter days:-

- St Brigid's Day - February 

- Bealtaine - May

- Lughnasa - August

- Haloweén/Samhain - October/November