03/12/2026
The Barefoot Ceili Band is a featured performer at McConnell Irish Dance’s St. Patrick’s Fest’ 2026, bringing Winnipeg’s BEST traditional Irish sound to Winnipeg’s largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
The Barefoot Ceili Band features a powerhouse roster of traditional musicians:
* Cathy Rayner (Fiddle): A seasoned performer and educator who has played with groups like Culainn and Stray Celts.
* David Strang (Concertina): President of the Winnipeg chapter of Comhaltas, known for his mastery of the bellows-driven concertina.
* Rosalyn Dennett (Fiddle): An internationally acclaimed roots musician, founding member of Oh My Darling
* Jordan McConnell (Uilleann Pipes & Guitar): A central figure in the local scene, founding member and the primary guitarist for the Juno and Grammy-nominated Winnipeg folk band The Duhks
* Special Guest Alistair Dennett (Bodhrán): Joining the group to provide the driving rhythmic heartbeat of the ceili on the traditional Irish frame drum.
Winnipeg’s largest St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, hosted by McConnell Irish Dance, with Irish Music, Food, Dance, Continuous Entertainment, 50/50, Silent Auction, and Children’s Activities!
Irish,Music, Song, and Dance with continuous entertainment from McConnell Irish Dancers, Barefoot Ceili Band, Enaid, and more!
Irish Food & Drink will be available for purchase. Homestyle Beef Pies, Cheese & Onion Pies, Mashed Potatoes, Hearty Potato Soup with Fresh Baked Bread Rolls, Corned Beef Sandwiches with Chips, Cakes and Sweet Desserts.
The Bar will be well stocked with Guinness, fine Whiskey, Irish Coffee, and your favourite Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic beverages.
Silent Auction & 50/50 Raffle
For Tickets - https://3common.com/event/69a095aff25a6e102a14297f
Advanced Tickets: Adult (18+) $20 / Senior (65+) $15 / Child & Youth (4 -17) $10
Tickets at the Door:Adult (18+) $25 / Senior (65+) $20 / Child & Youth (4 - 17) $15
Children 3 and under receive free admission.
