Celtic Fest returns to Museum of Surrey

Surrey, BC – The annual Celtic Fest returns to Museum of Surrey on Saturday Mar.22, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Join performers, community partners, exhibitors and more from across the Lower Mainland to celebrate all things Celtic. This free event will feature live music, community partner booths and live performances throughout the day, including Steel School of Irish Dance, Langley Community Music School, Celtic harp and guitar by Leanne & Conner Page, Shot of Scotch Highland Dancers, arts and crafts and activities for all ages.

“For over fifteen years people from various Celtic communities have proudly celebrated their cultures and traditions at Museum of Surrey. We are excited to highlight these stories once again with some amazing performances and crafts,” said Lynn Saffery, Museum Manager.

Attendees are also invited to join Surrey Archives staff at the museum to discover the histories of Surrey’s early Irish families as documented in the archival collection, including photos, maps, oral histories and more.

While attending Celtic Fest visitors are welcome to explore the galleries, including Meditation in the Feature Gallery, TD Explore Zone (children’s interactive gallery), Youth on Reconciliation: Imagine a Canada exhibition in the Indigenous Hall and Celebrating Our Ugandan Heritage exhibition in Community Treasures.

Museum of Surrey is located at 17710 56A Avenue in Surrey. For more information, visit surrey.ca/museum.