2025 Headliners
Gaelic Storm

This multi-national, Celtic juggernaut grows stronger with each live performance, and as you can imagine, after two decades and over 2,000 shows, it is a true force to be reckoned with. With their latest release, Go Climb a Tree, their music has never sounded more representative of themselves as musicians and as live performers. Gaelic Storm’s storytelling, thrilling instrumentals, and devotion to traditional Celtic music have captivated their legion of fans over the last 20 years.
Gaelic Storm Performances:
United Irish Main Stage
Friday 9:30-11:00pm
Saturday 9:30-11:00pm
Sunday 4:20-6:00pm
JigJam

When virtuoso Irish playing jumps the pond running naked through the wide open fields of bluegrass/Americana JigJam is born. Bluegrass and American Folk music originated from the group’s home, and now JigJam is here to take it back!
JigJam Performances:
United Irish Main Stage
Friday 6:00-7:20pm
Saturday 3:00-4:00pm
Saturday 7:40-9:00pm
Sunday 12:00-1:40pm
Socks In the Frying Pan

Socks in the Frying Pan are a multi-award winning trio from County Clare on the West coast of Ireland, the universal hub of Irish traditional music. Their dynamic vocal harmonies, virtuosic musical ability and their onstage wit has captured and captivated audiences the world around. One of the most sought after groups in Irish music today, the worldwide ‘Sock Invasion’ continues!
Socks In the Frying Pan Performances:
United Irish Main Stage
Friday 7:40-9:00pm
Saturday 6:00-7:20pm
WHIO TV / WHIO Radio Traditional Stage
Saturday 9:30-11:00pm
United Irish Main Stage
Sunday 2:10-3:50pm
The Drowsy Lads

Critically acclaimed Irish-American Traditional Folk powerhouse,The Drowsy Lads, are the epitome of “we dare you to sit still” Irish music. Named as the 2018 “The Best Irish-American Band” the 20 year performing veterans have galvanized their place amongst Irish and folk music’s must-see acts. From headlining festivals to packing out theaters, The Lads deliver a performance steeped in traditional roots with a fervor that leaves audiences wanting more. You’ll have a blast… and the band will be arm in arm beside you!
The Drowsy Lads Performances:
WHIO TV / WHIO Radio Traditional Stage
Friday 10:00-11:00pm
United Irish Main Stage
Saturday 4:30-5:40pm
WHIO TV / WHIO Radio Traditional Stage
Saturday 7:30-9:00pm
Sunday 4:40-6:00pm
Davy Holt (Scotland)

Davy performs Traditional, Original & Contemporary Scottish folk music in an upbeat and energetic style that has seen him become a well known and popular entertainer throughout Scotland. Davy’s music has seen him tour throughout Europe and North America.
Davy Holt (Scotland) Performances:
WHIO TV / WHIO Radio Traditional Stage
Friday 8:40-9:40pm
United Irish Main Stage
Saturday 1:30-2:30pm
WHIO TV / WHIO Radio Traditional Stage
Saturday 5:30-7:00pm
Sunday 3:10-4:20pm