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- calendar_today November 6, 2026
Yachats Celtic Music Festival Celebrates 25th Anniversary
The Oregon coast will once again resonate with Irish and Scottish sounds as the 25th annual Yachats Celtic Music Festival takes place from Friday, November 13 through Sunday, November 15. The event, renowned for blending world-class Celtic music with the dramatic coastal scenery of Yachats, brings together an exciting lineup of performers, workshops, and community gatherings.
Festival Highlights and Venues
Festival headquarters are at the Yachats Commons, where the majority of performances and activities occur. Additional venues include the Yachats Community Presbyterian Church, Lions Club, and the historic Little Log Church, with special gatherings and shows throughout the town. Organizers provide both free and ticketed events, with activities running all weekend.
Solas and International Celtic Music Artists Headline
This year’s Yachats Celtic Festival is headlined by Solas, the acclaimed Irish-American ensemble. Since their formation in New York City in 1995, Solas has become a significant force in Irish traditional music, producing more than a dozen highly praised albums and touring internationally. Their musicianship and innovative interpretations promise to be a major draw.
Other featured artists include Oregon-based musicians Lisa Lynne and Aryeh Frankfurter, well known for their mastery of the Celtic harp, Swedish nyckelharpa, Ukrainian bandura, and bouzouki. Their international touring careers have brought them a wide fan base and album sales exceeding one million collectively.
Scottish folk group Dallahan will also take the stage, known for energetic performances that weave traditional and contemporary sounds. Festival goers can also look forward to music from Québec trio É.T.É., Irish performers Caroline Keane and Tom Delany, Scottish harpist Rachel Clemente, genre-blending group Cantrip, Irish group Biddy on the Bench, and the multifaceted storyteller and musician Kevin Carr.
Piper Sunset Performances at Yachats State Park
A festival tradition, the Piper on the Point, will feature Marco Caturegli of the Eugene Highlanders. Sunset bagpipes performances are scheduled for Friday and Saturday evenings at the Yachats State Park’s observation deck, offering a unique blend of seaside views and Celtic music as dusk falls over the Oregon coast.
Workshops, Celtic Dancing, and Community Events
Attendees can immerse themselves further in Celtic culture with workshops and communal activities. Traditional céilí dance workshops, led by Elisa Chandler, introduce Irish and Scottish party dances. For those interested in instruments, free whistle workshops led by Rob Gandara of Carbony Celtic Winds are on offer. These sessions encourage all ages and skill levels to participate and connect with the music.
Celtic Fare and Weekend Details
Celtic-themed food and refreshments will be available all weekend at the Yachats Commons Celtic Kitchen, run by The Drift Inn Cafe, with operating hours from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday. Organizers encourage visitors to check the official schedule, ticketing, and complete event details at YachatsCelticMusicFestival.org.
Planning Your Visit
The festival is a standout among oregon coast events for music lovers and those seeking a cultural experience rooted in Irish and Scottish traditions. Accommodations, dining, and travel resources for festival attendees are accessible through local directories and travel sites.
Source: beachconnection.net.
