'Irish Christmas in America'
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Bringing irish spirit to the holidays since 2005
The hugely popular Holiday show "Irish Christmas in America" returns in 2026, bringing a fascinating performance of music, song, dance and stories of seasonal Irish traditions.
Produced by Sligo fiddler Oisín Mac Diarmada, this year’s show features an incredible line-up of talented artists including vocalists Laura Jo and Jack Warnock, Gráinne Hambly (Irish harp, concertina), Caoimhín Ó Fearghaíl (uilleann pipes, flute), and Samantha Harvey (piano, dance). Exceptional Irish music, song and dance combined with evocative photographic images, provide the perfect backdrop to a heartwarming celebration of the Christmas traditions of Ireland.
The holiday show was first conceived in 2005 with past tours featuring such stellar guest vocalists as Cathy Jordan, Caitríona Sherlock, Niamh Farrell, Séamus & Méabh Begley, Teresa Horgan, Lumiere (Pauline Scanlon & Eilis Kennedy), Karan Casey, Cara Dillon, Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, Cathie Ryan and Michael Londra.
Performance highlights from 2005 – 2025 include Cerritos Performing Arts Center – Los Angeles, National Geographic Live – Washington DC, Fox Theater, Tucson, The Egg – Albany, Annenberg Center – Philadelphia, Kimo Theater – Albuquerque, The Classic Center – Athens, Stephens Performing Arts Center – Pocatello ID.
Take a memorable glimpse into the enchanting spirit of Christmas, as the finest traditional artists from Ireland bring you on a fun-filled start to the holiday season of 2026.
California Center for the Arts: Escondido
The California Center for the Arts, Escondido is situated on a 12-acre campus in downtown Escondido adjacent to Escondido City Hall and Grape Day Park. The campus is comprised of a 1,523-seat Concert Hall, a 406-seat Center Theater, a visual arts Museum, art and dance studios, and a Conference Center containing meeting and banquet facilities. Groundbreaking occurred on June 22, 1991. Since its opening on October 1, 1994, The Center has attracted more than one-million visitors through its performing and visual arts presentations, events in the Conference Center and education programs. Mission Statement: The mission of the California Center for the Arts, Escondido is to enrich the lives of all within its reach through the Arts and their power for community building and enhancement by providing diverse artistic, cultural, educational, social and entertainment experiences of the highest quality. Ticket Office Windows: - Tuesday - Saturday: Noon - 6 p.m. - Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m. Ticket Office Phones: - (800) 988-4253 - Tuesday - Saturday: Noon - 6 p.m. - Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m. Online Ticket Purchases: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week