The Tucson Kitchen Musicians Association is proud to partner with Anam Cara Productions to present the Third Annual Tucson Irish Music Showcase on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Berger Performing Arts Center. Join us for an evening of exhilarating traditional Irish music and dance in support of the 41st Annual Tucson Folk Festivalone of the largest and longest-running free music festivals in the country.
The Tucson Irish Music Showcase highlights the regions most talented Irish musicians, singers, poets, and dancers, offering an authentic Celtic experience unlike any other in Southern Arizona. This years program features traditional Irish ballads, lively session tunes, step dancing, Sean Nós singing, poetry, and a dazzling array of instrumentsincluding harp, fiddle, uilleann pipes, flute, and bodhrán. Building on two years of sold-out performances, the 2026 Showcase promises to be the most dynamic yet, spotlighting both beloved local performers and nationally recognized artists.
This event is both a benefit for the Tucson Folk Festival and a celebration of Irish heritage through music, culture, and community. New this year: a Friday Night Ceili Dance and Saturday daytime workshops in Irish music and dance, offering participants hands-on cultural learning and connection. These additions deepen the Showcases mission to build community through joyful cultural exchange and performance.
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | Tucson Irish Music Showcase Venue: Berger Performing Arts Center 1200 W Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85745 Doors: 6 PM // Show: 7 PM 9:30 PM Tickets: $17 Advance / $20 at Door (+ ~$1.85 online service fee per ticket at checkout) For tickets and details, visit tucsonirishmusicshowcase.com Concert tickets available online and at The Folk Shop. Friday Ceili Dance and Saturday Workshop tickets available online.
This is a general admission, all-ages, family-friendly event. Concessions will be available for purchase, along with a special charity raffle onsite. All proceeds benefit the Tucson Folk Festival, future Irish Music Showcases, and help keep this beloved community festival free and accessible for all.
Location
Berger Center for the Performing Arts (View)
1200 W Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85745
Tucson, AZ 85745
United States
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The Berger Performing Arts Center is a 496-seat, fully accessible proscenium theater located on the campus of the Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (ASDB) in central Tucson. The venue offers:
ADA-accessible seating options with excellent sightlines throughout the theater.
Wheelchair-accessible entrances and restrooms for patron convenience.
Ample on-site accessible parking close to the venue entrance.
Support for patrons with hearing or visual impairments, thanks to its location within ASDB and its commitment to inclusive design.
Seating on an incline, ensuring clear views from every seat without obstruction.
If you have specific accessibility needs or questions, we encourage you to reach out directly to the venue at (520) 770-3762 prior to the event.