Musica · September 25, 2026 – September 27, 2026 · Ameno, NO
Imagine a Celtic village, but right here in Italy! Claddagh Fest brings the magic of Ireland, Scotland, Occitania, Wales, and Brittany to Ameno. Enjoy traditional products, captivating performers, historical reenactments, artisan stalls, ancient games of skill and strength, workshops, conferences, and fantastic food, all set to the soundtrack of the best neo-Celtic bands. Come discover a world you thought you knew!
Indulge in a wide array of delicious food, from traditional local dishes to international street food options, available at various stands throughout the festival.
The Claddagh Fest offers a packed schedule across three days: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25: Starting at 8:30 AM, local schools visit the historical camps (Decio Area). The Celtic market and folk lutherie stands open at 5:00 PM in the Historic Center. Kitchens and street food open at 6:00 PM in Piazza Cavalieri. At 9:00 PM, join 'La Pipa che Nasce dal Bosco' for pipe enthusiasts at Museo Tornielli, while Lindal (Piemonte) performs an electro-balfolk concert on the Main Stage. At 9:30 PM, Paradise presents a juggling and clown show in Parco Tornielli, followed by Trigomigo (Piemonte) with a traditional Piedmontese concert at 10:15 PM. Plantec (FRA) takes the Main Stage at 10:30 PM with a breizh-electronic concert. The first day concludes at midnight. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26: The Celtic market and folk lutherie stands open at 10:00 AM (Historic Center), along with activities in the Decio Area, including a Celtic village, strength games, role-playing, falconry, and reenactments. 'Tracce e Suoni del Bosco,' a guided hike with Handpan music, starts at 10:00 AM (5€) in Parco Tornielli. Enjoy an Irish music breakfast at 10:30 AM with 'Cola-session' (Via Cotta), and a Historical Fencing demonstration by CSI Scherma Storica Gozzano on the Main Stage. Yule presents 'Storie di Luce e Musica,' a musical theater show for kids, at 11:00 AM in Parco Tornielli. Learn Scottish bagpipes at 11:00 AM (10€) at Vecchio Asilo Bunscoil. Kitchens and street food open at 12:00 PM in Piazza Cavalieri. Afternoon workshops include Irish Bouzouki (2:00 PM, 15€), Irish Guitar with Sam Carey (2:00 PM, 20€), and Concertina with Kevin Holmes (2:00 PM, 20€/30€ with rental). Take a historical walk with 'Ameno che non si vada a Piedi' at 2:30 PM (5€) or try Irish bagpipes for a free offering. Sagitta Firefolk performs 'Faquierum' at 3:00 PM. Conferences include 'Di Folletti e Portali Magici' (3:00 PM) and 'Stele e Massi Coppellati tra archeologia e leggende' (3:30 PM). Learn Elvish writing at 4:00 PM (5€) or meet author Steinar at 4:00 PM. Tin Whistle workshop for beginners at 4:30 PM (15€). Discover Walser traditional costumes at 4:30 PM. Andrea del Duca discusses Ludovico M. Sinistrari at 5:15 PM. Enjoy Beer Yoga at 5:30 PM (10€) and an Irish traditional music aperitif at 6:00 PM in Parco Tornielli. Mead tasting at 6:30 PM (15€). Kitchens and street food reopen at 7:30 PM. Les Randoulines (Piemonte) perform traditional Piedmontese music at 7:45 PM. Corrado Riva gives tips on pipe use at 9:00 PM. Leatsa (IRL) plays Irish trad-rock at 9:00 PM. 'The Atlantic Harp Bridge' international co-production at 9:30 PM. Authorities offer greetings at 10:15 PM. Astro Bloc (SCO) performs Scottish celtic rock at 10:30 PM. The night culminates with 'El Föch d’Amén,' a torchlight procession at midnight, followed by Sagittarius with an equestrian fire show at 12:10 AM, and The Connemara Ramblers (IRL) with a new-trad Irish concert at 12:30 AM. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27: The Celtic market and folk lutherie stands open at 10:00 AM (Historic Center), along with activities in the Decio Area. Enjoy an Irish music breakfast with Scahill, Keane, Gisotti at 10:00 AM. Celtic Harp workshop with Caterina Sangineto at 10:00 AM (30€ with rental). 'Crack,' a theatrical show about local history, at 10:00 AM. Learn Elvish Sindarin at 11:00 AM (5€). Take another historical walk at 11:00 AM (5€). Crystal therapy course at 11:00 AM (10€). Celtic Polyphonic Singing workshop at 11:30 AM (20€). Kitchens and street food open at 12:00 PM. Alberto Rota performs a singing lunch at 12:00 PM. Piedmontese Dance workshop at 2:00 PM (5€). Discover local mushrooms with Dario Gisotti at 2:00 PM (5€). Mead tasting course at 3:00 PM (15€). Paolo Gulisano discusses Tolkien and Ireland at 3:00 PM. Balarù performs a balfolk concert at 3:30 PM. Irish Solo Dance workshop for beginners at 4:00 PM (10€). Scottish Bagpipes workshop at 4:00 PM (10€). Irish Group Dance workshop for beginners at 4:00 PM (5€). A parade and concert by Celtic Knot Pipes & Drums at 5:45 PM in the Historic Center. 'Atlantic Steps: a Transatlantic Dance Dialogue' at 7:00 PM. The festival concludes at 8:30 PM.