2025 Australian Celtic Festival
It is the only Celtic-themed festival in Australia to recognise different Celtic nations each year and has the unique atmosphere of being located at the nationally acclaimed Australian Standing Stones in Glen Innes.
The 2025 Australian Celtic Festival will highlight the Celtic nations of Brittany, Cornwall & Wales and will run from 1-4 May in Glen Innes, NSW, with the main event being held at the Australian Standing Stones National Celtic Monument on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 May. Though we highlight a particular Celtic Nation each year, the event recognises and features performers, cultural events and workshops from Ireland, Isle of Mann & Scotland.
Other events will also be held at multiple venues around the town and region across the four days.
Every year, the festival attracts clans & societies, cultural groups, performers, artists and festival goers from around Australia and the world for a unique celebration of Celtic music, dance, art and culture.
What's Included in your weekend pass
- Saturday and Weekend pass entitles ticket holders to attend the Friday Night Ceili (5pm 2 May) and Saturday Night Sesh (5pm 3 May) as well as all events at the Australian Standing Stones.
- Free events are also available all weekend including Celtic Cultural Symposium, Official Ceremonies, Opening Ceremony, Busking and Street Parade.
Additional Events
100,000 WELCOMES - Thursday 1 May, 6pm
- Your weekend pass does not include the 100,000 Welcomes. Tickets will be on sale from 3 March through Sticky Tickets https://www.stickytickets.com.au/BMAYL These tickets are numbered seats and facilitated on behalf of Council by the Glen Innes District Services Club.
ACF EISTEDDFOD at GLEN INNES TOWN HALL - Friday 2 May 5.30pm
- Your weekend pass does not include the ACF Eisteddfod. Tickets for this event are through I Wanna Ticket and are limited. The ACF Eisteddfod incorporates the ACF Australian Celtic Cultural Awards and the ACF Dance Championships.
COMPANION CARDS
- Full priced ticket holders that require a companion card ticket can send a copy of their general admission ticket along with a valid companion card to help@iwannaticket.com.au
Entry to the festival at the Australian Standing Stones National Celtic Monument includes an incredible program of events & attractions, including live music & dance performances, pipe bands & competitions, highland games & strongman events, Celtic wrestling, jousting, re-enactment groups, Celtic fashion parade, Celtic dog parade, the Celtic Kids marquee, market stalls & food trucks. This year we are introducing the Celtic Cauldron which will hold the Poets Breakfast, workshops and presentations, and much more!
Prepare to get your Celt on, kilt up, and experience the exciting festival atmosphere and friendly country hospitality during the spectacularly colourful autumn that is a highlight of the area's cool New England climate.
The Australian Celtic Festival is proudly brought to you by Glen Innes Severn Council and supported by the Australian Standing Stones Management Board.
For more information, visit the festival website at
www.australiancelticfestival.com and follow on
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The Australian Celtic Festival runs from the 1 May 2025 - 4 May 2025, featuring 4 days of entertainment in and around Glen Innes Highlands, with the main festival events being held at The Australian Standing Stones on Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 May 2025.
Grab your tickets now to Join us in celebrating the festival's 34th year highlighting the Celtic nations of Brittany, Cornwall & Wales.
Please note there are no Pension or Seniors discounts.