Festical Venues, Schedule & Tickets
Family Events
- Wednesday, March 12th
- Thursday, March 13th
- Friday, March 14th
- Saturday, March 15th
- Sunday, March 16th
Download the 2008 Festival Program Guide
Tickets Now on Sale!
Advance tickets can be purchased online at www.celticfestvancouver.com by phone
604-631-2872 or in person at the Tickets Tonight booth located in the
Touristinfo Centre, Plaza Level, 200 Burrard Street.
Phone orders for ticketed events at the Commodore Ballroom only (The World’s Greatest Céilídh and Spirit of the West) are available through TicketMaster by calling 604.280.4444 or online at www.celticfestvancouver.com
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SAT Mar 15
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A Swarm of Drones - Piping DemonstrationYou’re invited to join The Lowland and Border Piper’s Society and A Swarm of Drones in a unique event in their session tent. You’ll find players and makers of Uilleann, Northumbrian, Scottish and even Swedish bagpipes, and get an up-close experience as they talk about and play their instruments. Meet Scottish pipe-maker Robin Beck and witness his ‘future-proof’ aluminum bagpipes. A Swarm of Drones is a forum and venue for all manner of ‘Drone’ instruments – from Didgeridoos to sitars, fiddles to throat-singers. Bring your own instruments and become part of a session! (also on Sunday, March 16 from 1:00-5:00 PM) |
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SAT Mar 15
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The Magical Mythical TourA musical voice extends the invitation: “Will you come a dancing, a singing, a playing…”? Join the renowned storytellers of the Tickle Trunk Players, and giggle with Munachar and Manachar as they travel through the raspberry patch, fly with Daniel O’Rourke and the Pooka, and party with the fairy folk at the rath. This engaging show promises to be fun for the whole family, and it’s sure to leave one and all feeling a little more magical! (also presented on Sunday, March 16 @ 2pm) |
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Medieval Fencing DemonstrationAcademie Duello's costumed performance team will take you on a tour through the history of the sword, from its use by medieval warriors to renaissance nobles. Come and enjoy a thrilling showcase of swaggering swordplay! (Also presented on Sunday, March 16 at 4:00 pm) |
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SAT Mar 15
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Facepainting by Allyson J GrantFor over a decade, Allyson has developed a reputation of delivering amazing face painting experiences that bring joy to kids and smiling appreciation from parents. Based in Vancouver, Allyson specializes in birthday parties, corporate family gatherings and community events. Her talent for providing fun, fresh, and creative face and body art is matched only by her enthusiasm and magnetic personality. |
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Free Balloons and giftsCompliments of Western Union Canada |
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SUN Mar 16 PARADE
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5th Annual St. Patrick's Day ParadeWith close to a hundred entries and an estimated 2,000 participants, the St. Pat’s Parade is sure to be a major high point in this year’s festival schedule. Its downtown route will be overflowing with pipers, drummers, Celtic dance groups and musicians, acrobats and stilt walkers, and much more. Stake out your vantage point early for a great view of the Parade, wear your best green attire, and spend the rest of the day enjoying the many outdoor performances, attractions and events in the Celtic Village Street Market area, highlighted by KidsZone Stage and Street Market Stage shows. Visit the Parade Page on this website for official parade route map. |
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The Journey to Tyr-Na-NogueJosephine discovers delightful tales, lively dances and the mischief of fairy folk as she journeys to a magical new land. Join her as she discovers a fairy circle in her back yard and steps inside to begin her adventures. This one act play features the unparalleled storytelling of the Tickle Trunk Players as they partner with talented local dance and visual artists. Whether you’re young or old, the Journey to Tyr-Na-Nogue will leave you amazed at how much fun you can have once the door to your imagination is opened! Presented by Tom Lee Music |
Tom Lee Music -Music Hall |
Advance Tickets $15 per group of 4 or $5.00 per person
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Sun Mar 16
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A Swarm of Drones - Piping DemonstrationYou’re invited to join The Lowland and Border Piper’s Society and A Swarm of Drones in a unique event in their session tent. You’ll find players and makers of Uilleann, Northumbrian, Scottish and even Swedish bagpipes, and get an up-close experience as they talk about and play their instruments. Meet Scottish pipe-maker Robin Beck and witness his ‘future-proof’ aluminum bagpipes. A Swarm of Drones is a forum and venue for all manner of ‘Drone’ instruments – from Didgeridoos to sitars, fiddles to throat-singers. Bring your own instruments and become part of a session! (also on Saturday March 15 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM) |
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Sun Mar 16
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The Magical Mythical TourA musical voice extends the invitation: “Will you come a dancing, a singing, a playing…”? Join the renowned storytellers of the Tickle Trunk Players, and giggle with Munachar and Manachar as they travel through the raspberry patch, fly with Daniel O’Rourke and the Pooka, and party with the fairy folk at the rath. This engaging show promises to be fun for the whole family, and it’s sure to leave one and all feeling a little more magical! (also presented on Saturday March 15 @ 1pm) |
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Sun Mar 16
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The Juggling Jollies present The Princess and The PirateAmazing acrobatic acts that defy gravity! A vast array of characters, high adventure and magical comedy! The Princess and the Pirate brings the best of physical theatre and the circus together in an epic adventure story of abduction and rescue on the high seas. |
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Sun Mar 16
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Medieval Fencing DemonstrationAcademie Duello's costumed performance team will take you on a tour through the history of the sword, from its use by medieval warriors to renaissance nobles. Come and enjoy a thrilling showcase of swaggering swordplay! (Also presented on Saturday March 15 at 2:15pm) |
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Sun Mar 16
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Facepainting by Allyson J GrantFor over a decade, Allyson has developed a reputation of delivering amazing face painting experiences that bring joy to kids and smiling appreciation from parents. Based in Vancouver, Allyson specializes in birthday parties, corporate family gatherings and community events. Her talent for providing fun, fresh, and creative face and body art is matched only by her enthusiasm and magnetic personality. |
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Sun Mar 16
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Free Balloons and giftsCompliments of Western Union Canada |
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There are also many free and fun events for family and kids during the Parade Weekend.
For event schedule, please visit our Celtic Village page
FESTIVAL VENUES
| Outdoor Stages | |
 Canada Place – North End Point |
 Granville Square - on the Plaza |
 Street Market Stage |
  KidsZone Stage |
| Official Festival Venues | |
 Atlantic Trap & Gill |
 Ceili’s Irish Pub & Restaurant |
 Commodore Ballroom |
 Doolin’s Irish Pub |
 The Irish Cellar |
 Johnnie Fox's Irish Snug |
 Morrissey Irish House |
 Richard’s On Richards |
 The Roxy |
 Tom Lee Music |
Tom Lee Music |
 The Yale |
 UnWine'd on Howe |
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