Brisbane Celtic Festival

Brisbane Celtic Festival is a lively celebration of Celtic culture, bringing together the best of music, dance, and tradition at Moorlands Park, Auchenflower on Sunday, October 11.

The day's program will include a captivating performance of country dancing by the Scottish Country Dancers, Scotia Highland Dancers, and QIA Irish Dancers ; live music by the Irish Queenland Choir and the stirring spectacle of the Massed Pipe Bands. and 

There will also be performance by local Celtic bands: Moreton Celtic Fiddle Club, Australian Celtic Women, Limerick, and Ishka. And fof kids there will be a junior kilt and tartan race, and a junior caber toss.

Throuhgout the day, light refreshments will be available from on site food vans on site, along with a variety of vendor tents. Attendess can also BYO picnic to enjoy in the park.

Attendees are encouraged to wear tartan, kilts and Celtic attire to add a touch of authenticity and flair to the festivities!

Good to know - The name "Auchenflower" is derived from the Scottish Gaelic words "achadh" (meaning field) and "flùr" (meaning flower), which together can be translated as "field of flowers." The area was named by Thomas McIlwraith, a former premier of Queensland that was born in Scotland.

Need to know - Nearby parking is very limited and public transport is recommended. Bus rioutes 444 and 445 stop near the Wesley Hospital and the Regatta Hotel CityCat terminal is a 10 ininute walk,

Image courtesy of Brisbane Celtic Festival