St. Patrick’s Day is on a Monday this year, which means that a lot of us have to work through it. Luckily, St. Paddy is smiling down on us, and has provided us with a whole weekend packed with everything from old school fiddling to modern Celtic jams. Check out these Irish music events around the Capital Region and warm up for St. Paddy’s day.
Rakish Paddy at the AOH
Today & Saturday, March 15, 2014 | 5 pm to 11 pm
Rakish Paddy is a Massachusetts based Celtic Folk Band! They’ll be playing a St. Paddy’s warm-up at the Albany Ancient Order Order of Hiberians – 375 Ontario St.
Danú at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
Sunday, March 16, 2014 | 4 pm
This traditional Irish ensemble plays a mix of ancient Irish music and new songs. This afternoon concert is just the thing to celebrate St. Paddy’s a day early.
Hair of the Dog at Revolution Hall
Monday, March 17, 2014 | 7 pm
Hear the Irish band perform their annual concert at Revolution Hall for St. Patrick’s Day. The show is guaranteed to be packed! See them at Brown’s Brewing/Revolution Hall 425 River St., Troy, NY.
Finnegan’s Farewell at Proctors
Today through Sunday, March 16, 2014 | Times Vary
Dance, drink, and hear live music at this cheerful interactive performance. During dinner, the show comes to live and offers you an amazingly fun time.
Wednesday, March 26, 2014 | 7:30 pm
Better late than never! The Irish Rovers will appear at The Egg playing their traditional Irish music as part of their farewell tour.
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