The event takes place the first weekend of March every year, kicking off the St. More than 2,000 festival-goers are expected. “It’s a time to celebrate Celtic culture and heritage and a time to gather with family and friends.” “The Wheeling Celtic Celebration has become an annual tradition enjoyed by many in and around the Ohio Valley,” said Chris Villamagna, Wheeling Heritage program manager. The festival bill of fare includes Scotch eggs, cabbage and noodles, scones and many more Celtic-inspired delicacies prepared by River City Restaurant, which also will be open on the first floor throughout the day.Ī Celtic marketplace will feature a selection of eclectic merchandise, including pub shirts, glasses and signs jewelry photography honey mead wines gourmet popcorn and more. Perennial favorites the Macdonald Pipe Band of Pittsburgh, Burke Irish Dancers, Terry Griffith and Brigid’s Cross punctuate the lineup. with opening remarks and features continuous entertainment on the third floor stage until the Celtic-punk group Kilmaine Saints brings the festival to a close at 11 p.m. The 22nd-annual Wheeling Celtic Celebration kicks off at 11 a.m.
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