The St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival

Overview

Head to Francis Field in downtown St. Augustine to experience internationally-acclaimed Celtic bands, a pre-festival Whiskey Tasting, Highland games, Celtic shopping, food, live music, two stages, and a variety of entertainment. General admission into the festival is $25. VIP All Weekend tickets are $100, Whiskey Tasting tickets are $75. 25 W. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine. www.celticstaugustine.com

Schedule of Events

• Whiskey Tasting — Friday, March 13, 2026, 7–9 p.m. | Limited seated tasting featuring seven Irish whiskeys and Scotches, guided by a Jameson® Brand Ambassador. Not included in VIP tickets.
• St. Patrick Parade — Saturday, March 14, 2026, 10 a.m. | A family-friendly parade with pipes and drums traveling from Orange Street along the Bayfront to the Plaza and ending at Francis Field.
• Highland Games — Saturday & Sunday, March 14–15, 2026 | Watch top athletes compete in traditional Scottish events such as the stone put, hammer throw and caber toss—an 11th-century Highland tradition.
• Music at Main Stage — Saturday 10 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.–7 p.m. | Full-day performances from traditional and contemporary Celtic bands. Past acts include Albannach, Dublin City Ramblers, Seven Nations and more.
• Side Stage Performances — Saturday noon–7:30 p.m.; Sunday noon–5:30 p.m. | Dance, magic, storytelling, lessons and cultural presentations. Past features include Celtic dance, bagpipe workshops and historical talks.