Cultural Enrichments
Book Talk with Brian Stannard – Alcatraz Ghost Story
United Irish Cultural Center 2700 45th Avenue, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, United StatesAlcatraz tour guide Stannard recounts the exploits of the prison’s “second-most-notorious inmate” in his immersive debut. Ray Gardner was a mail train robber who escaped prison three times in the years after WWI, earning himself regular mentions in vaudeville acts of the era and nicknames including the Smiling Bandit and the Human Eel. In reality, […]
The 2 Johnnies Podcast World Tour
United Irish Cultural Center 2700 45th Avenue, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, United StatesIreland's No.1 Podcast is going global as they kick off their world Tour in San Francisco on Thursday June 13, 2024 - Please note venue change (originally to be held at the Palace of Fine Arts) Somewhere between a cultural phenomenon, your favorite aul fella sitting in the corner of the pub and a dodgy […]
Gary Blair Scottish Cèilidh
United Irish Cultural Center 2700 45th Avenue, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, United StatesConcert: 7–7:45 pm Cèilidh: 8–10:30 pm UICC’s St. Patrick’s Room This Cèilidh (kālē) features participatory and social dances from Scottish traditions, with live music featuring the renowned accordionist, Gary Blair with dance caller Summer McCall. No experience is necessary – all dances will be taught and led by Summer. “Today, the term Cèilidh dance refers […]
Trad Fest West 2024
United Irish Cultural Center 2700 45th Avenue, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, United StatesTrad Fest West 2024 A new festival celebrating Irish arts! Join us at the United Irish Cultural Center June 21-23, 2024 at the UICC for three days of Irish culture and community including music, dance, and art. Family-friendly events include the ultimate Seisiún in The Sunset, music workshops, a community art show, Irish vendors, the […]
Céilí Mór
United Irish Cultural Center 2700 45th Avenue, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, United StatesPart of Trad Fest West family day - enjoy a Family Céilí with the Sourdough Céilí Band.