Location
Gavins Irish Country Inn, 118 Golden Hill Road
Address
118 Golden Hill Road
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This Columbus Weekend, join us Sunday, October 11, from 2–6 PM for our Barn Dance Fundraiser! Enjoy live country music from the McLean Avenue Band, dancing, cold drinks, and good company—all while supporting the Irish Cultural Centre as we prepare to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the East Durham Irish Festival. Grab your friends, dust off your boots, and come dance with us!
The fun kicks off Friday with German themed pub trivia at 6:30pm, followed by DJ and karaoke with Pat Del at 9pm. Saturday is the main event, with live entertainment on The Shamrock House’s indoor stage. The Adlers Band opens at 2pm, and Alpenland Taenzer Schuhplattler brings traditional German dancing at 3:30pm and again at 6:30pm. Then comes the moment many have been waiting for. At 7pm, DSB die Schlauberger, billed as America’s #1 German rock band, hits the stage. Wrap up the weekend at the Sunday Session, starting at 1pm. Make the most of your Oktoberfest weekend by soaking in the fall foliage across the Great Northern Catskills. Stay right at The Shamrock House or explore other nearby lodging options, and turn one great night out into a full autumn getaway.
Celebrate Irish and Irish American culture at the 49th Annual East Durham Irish Festival, returning to East Durham over Memorial Day Weekend in 2027. One of the longest-running Irish festivals in the United States, this beloved Catskills tradition brings thousands of visitors together for a weekend filled with live Irish music, traditional dance, cultural performances, food, and family-friendly fun. The festival features multiple stages with live performances throughout the weekend, along with the opening of the historic Donegal Cottage at the Michael J. Quill Irish Cultural & Sports Centre. From traditional Irish music and dance to lively pipes and drums, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 2027 dates, performance schedule, ticket information, and additional details will be announced as they become available. Stay tuned!
