Get ready to move! This vibrant world céilí celebrates the music and dance traditions from around the world including West African dance, Palestinian Dabke, Ukrainian dance, as well as the traditional Irish céilí dances – all to live music.

Featuring a line-up of world-class musicians and dancers, this uplifting event invites everyone — seasoned dancers and complete beginners alike — onto the dancefloor. No experience needed and all ages are welcome — each dance style is taught as you go.

Energised by live music, pulsating rhythms and the thrill of learning new cultural dance forms, this unique and joyous event will have you moving, smiling, sweating and wanting more.

Come with friends, family or on your own — Céilí Afro Dabke Ukraine is an invitation to gather, meet new people, celebrate the richness of world cultures and dance.

Céilí Callers:
Dabke dance (Palestine) Amir Sabra
AfroBrazilian Tatiana Santos
Ukrainian dance Daria Asieieva
Irish Céilí dances Kristyn Fontanella

Live music featuring traditional and original music including bespoke compositions by Martin Schärer:
Accordion Kieran Fitzpatrick
Fiddle Neil Fitz
Guitar Hendrik Kar
Pipes Tim Doyle
Percussion Brian Fleming, Nico Severin, & Martin Schärer

Supported by The Arts Council, Town Hall Theatre & Galway Dance