Irish American Heritage Center

06/04/2026

🎶 GEORGE MURPHY LIVE AT THE IAHC 🎸

The Irish American Heritage Center is thrilled to welcome acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter George Murphy to the Fifth Province Pub for a special live performance on Friday, August 21 at 8:00 PM.

Known for his powerful vocals, heartfelt songwriting, and deep roots in Irish folk tradition, George Murphy has become one of Ireland’s most respected contemporary folk artists. Many fans will also recognize him from his time performing with the internationally renowned folk group The High Kings. Blending traditional Irish influences with modern storytelling and rich acoustic sound, Murphy delivers an unforgettable live experience filled with passion, authenticity, and connection.

Set in the warm and intimate atmosphere of the Fifth Province Pub, this special evening promises outstanding live music in one of Chicago’s most beloved Irish cultural spaces.

🎟️ Tickets:
$30 General Admission
$25 IAHC Members

📅 Friday, August 21, 2026
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Fifth Province Pub at the Irish American Heritage Center

Whether you’re a longtime fan of Irish folk music or discovering George Murphy for the first time, this is a night you won’t want to miss. Grab a pint, gather your friends, and join us for an evening of exceptional music and community at the IAHC. ☘️

06/01/2026

05/31/2026

Great crowd today for our special Saturday Trad Session at the Irish American Heritage Center!

We don’t usually have a trad session on Saturdays, but the tunes are flowing and the atmosphere is fantastic. Come on in, grab a seat, and enjoy some live Irish music and community!

05/30/2026

🐝 TODAY’S THE DAY! 🍯🌼

Join us at the Irish American Heritage Center for our Creating a Buzz: Bee & Honey Festival — a vibrant celebration of community, music, nature, and all things bees!

✨ Enjoy:
🎶 Live traditional Irish music
🎥 A special screening of The Plight of the Bumble Bee with live musical accompaniment
🍯 Honey & bee-themed vendors
🍹 Specialty cocktails
🌿 Educational talks & community fun

Whether you’re a nature lover, music fan, or just looking for a unique Saturday outing, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Best of all — admission is FREE!

📍 Irish American Heritage Center
⏰ Festivities begin this afternoon

Come celebrate the little pollinators that make a big impact. 🐝💛

05/30/2026

🍯 TOMORROW AT THE FIFTH PROVINCE PUB 🍸

We’re buzzing with excitement for Creating a Buzz: Bee & Honey Event Series tomorrow at the Irish American Heritage Center — and we’re sweetening things up with a limited-time lineup of specialty cocktails inspired by bees, honey, and community. 🌼

✨ SPECIALTY DRINK FEATURES:
🌶️ Hot Honey Margarita
Sponsored by Mike’s Hot Honey 🍯
A sweet-meets-spicy favorite featuring tequila, lime, orange liqueur, and Mike’s Hot Honey syrup.

🐝 The Bee’s Knees + Specialty Variations
Sponsored by Star Union Spirits
Enjoy:
• The Bee’s Knees
• Lavender Bee’s Knees 💜
• Beer’s Knees 🍺

Plus, Star Union Spirits will have a tasting table at the event tomorrow — stop by and sample their incredible spirits throughout the day!

🍻 The Fifth Province Pub opens at NOON with drinks flowing all day long during our free community vendor fest.

🎬 Plight of the Bumble Bee documentary screening begins at 5:00 PM
🎶 Traditional Irish music session starts at 6:30 PM

Come for the cocktails, stay for the music, film, vendors, and community spirit. 💛

📍 Irish American Heritage Center
4626 N. Knox Ave. • Chicago

05/30/2026

🐝 TOMORROW! 🌞

Creating a Buzz: Bee & Honey Event Series officially takes over the Irish American Heritage Center tomorrow, Saturday, May 30! 🌼🍯

We’re excited to officially announce the amazing local vendors joining us for our Bee & Honey Mini Vendor Fest, kicking off at 12:00 PM inside the Fifth Province Pub & Hall! Shop handmade goods, sweets, honey-inspired products, fiber art, self-care items, baked treats, and more while supporting local small businesses and artisans. 💛

The Fifth Province Bar will also be open starting at noon serving drinks all day long — including our LIMITED-TIME honey-themed specialty cocktails 🍸🐝
(Stay tuned… cocktail details are being revealed very soon 👀🍯)

🌿 FREE COMMUNITY FEST
🎶 Traditional Irish Session begins at 6:30 PM
🎬 Plight of the Bumble Bee documentary screening begins at 5:00 PM in the theatre ($15 ticket)

This beautifully crafted Irish documentary explores folklore, biodiversity, and the urgent importance of protecting pollinators through music, storytelling, and stunning visuals — followed by a live Q&A panel discussion.

Come spend the day celebrating music, nature, community, and creativity with us. 🌼

Featured Vendors Include:
✨ Holiday Creations
✨ Art by Naee
✨ Bumble Bee Sweets
✨ Chicago Honeybee Company
✨ Bri Boese Fiber Artist
✨ Fou Flavours
✨ Galway Bakers
✨ Greenarrow Studio
✨ Honey Grove Bee Sweets
✨ Oh My Nails & Beauty by Raz
✨ Nimble Thimbles
✨ Popcorn Bingo
✨ Shuttle Flicka
✨ Star Union Spirits

📍 Irish American Heritage Center
4626 N. Knox Ave. | Chicago

Vendor Fest + Music Session are FREE to attend (RSVP encouraged!)

Come for the buzz, stay for the experience. 💛🐝

05/27/2026

🌻 RISE & DINE AT THE IAHC ☘️

Start your summer off right with one of the IAHC’s favorite traditions — Mass & a Full Irish Breakfast on Sunday, June 14! 🌞🥓🍳

Celebrate the end of the school year, treat Dad a little early for Father’s Day weekend, or simply gather with family and friends for a cozy Sunday morning filled with great food, warm hospitality, and community spirit 💚

⛪ Free Mass at 10:00 AM in the Mayfair Theatre
🍽️ Full Irish Breakfast immediately following in the Fifth Province Pub
🎶 Live music, friendly faces, and a true taste of Ireland

🎟️ Tickets:
Adults $30 | Seniors $25 | Children $15

📍 Irish American Heritage Center
4626 N. Knox Ave., Chicago
🚗 Free Parking

RSVP online or call 773-282-7035 ext. 10 ☘️

05/26/2026

🎱 BINGO NIGHT IS TOMORROW! 🎉

Your midweek plans are officially covered — join us Wednesday, May 27 at the Fifth Province Pub for another fun-filled evening of BINGO, pints, prizes, and plenty of laughs ☘️

Whether you’re feeling lucky or just looking for a great night out, grab your friends and come enjoy some friendly competition and classic pub craic with us 👀

📅 Wednesday, May 27
🚪 Doors: 6:00 PM | 🎱 First Call: 7:00 PM
🎟️ $10 per card (purchase at the door) | 21+

🍻 The Fifth Province Pub will be open with food & drinks available all night long

Bring your lucky charm — we’ll see you there! ☘️

05/16/2026

The night is just getting started with the Rare Auld Mountain Dewds in the Fifth Province Pub!

Perfect way to start the weekend! Come out and join us.

05/15/2026

🧵✨ KEEPING TRADITION ALIVE — ONE STITCH AT A TIME ✨🧵

For years, the Nimble Thimbles quilting group at the Irish American Heritage Center has brought together creativity, craftsmanship, friendship, and tradition under one roof. Their handmade quilts are more than beautiful works of art — they’re part of the living history of the IAHC and a reflection of the dedication of volunteers who help support the Center as a nonprofit organization.

From stitching quilts for raffles and fundraisers to creating a welcoming community space for makers and artists, the Nimble Thimbles have quietly helped keep traditions alive while giving back to the Center they love. 💚

Now, they’re hoping to grow their circle and pass these incredible skills on to younger generations interested in quilting, sewing, fiber arts, or simply finding community through creativity. Whether you’re experienced or just curious to learn, they’d love to welcome new faces to the group!

✨ NIMBLE THIMBLES QUILT RAFFLE 2026 🧶

Start the year cozy with a chance to win a one-of-a-kind, hand-stitched quilt created by the Nimble Thimbles! This stunning 86” all-cotton quilt is valued at $500+ and is truly a functional piece of art.

🎟️ Raffle Tickets:
• 2 for $10
• 3 for $15
• 5 for $20

🗓️ Drawing Date: December 8, 2026

📺 Be sure to tune in tonight around 7:30 PM as this video airs live on CAN TV Channel 21 (often referred to as Chi Connects 21) — Chicago’s dedicated community service channel showcasing local nonprofit organizations, education, community arts programming, and live local coverage from across the city.

Support the artists, support the Center, and take home something truly special. ☘️

05/13/2026

🎱 BINGO NIGHT IS TONIGHT! 🎉

Your midweek plans are officially covered — join us tonight at the Fifth Province Pub for another fun-filled evening of BINGO, pints, prizes, and plenty of laughs ☘️

Whether you’re feeling lucky or just looking for a great night out, grab your friends and come enjoy some friendly competition and classic pub craic with us 👀

📅 Tonight — Wednesday, May 13
🚪 Doors: 6:00 PM | 🎱 First Call: 7:00 PM
🎟️ $10 per card (purchase at the door) | 21+

🍻 The Fifth Province Pub will be open with food & drinks available all night long

Bring your lucky charm — we’ll see you tonight! ☘️

05/12/2026

💚 TODAY’S THE DAY — DINE & DONATE WITH CULVER’S! 🍔🍟

Need an easy lunch or dinner plan today? Grab Culver’s and support the Irish American Heritage Center while you’re at it! ☘️

📍 Culver’s of Chicago – West Ridge
6012 N Albany Ave, Chicago

✨ Dine in, carry out, or drive-thru
📱 Be sure to show the fundraiser flyer when ordering (on your phone or printed!)
💚 Culver’s will donate 25% of your purchase back to the IAHC!

So whether you’re craving a ButterBurger, cheese curds, or a Concrete Mixer, today’s the perfect excuse to treat yourself while supporting the Center and our community 🍔🥤

Bring your friends, bring your family, and help us make today a success! ☘️

05/11/2026

05/11/2026

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us at the Irish American Heritage Center to celebrate Mother’s Day this weekend 💐☘️

It was such a beautiful day filled with community, laughter, live music, delicious food, and so much love for the incredible mothers and special women in our lives. From Mass in the Mayfair Theatre to brunch shared among family and friends, we were so grateful to celebrate alongside all of you.

A huge thank you as well to our staff, volunteers, musicians, and everyone who helped make the day run so smoothly—we couldn’t do it without you.

We hope everyone left with full hearts (and full plates 😌). Thank you for making this Mother’s Day at the IAHC so special. 💛

05/11/2026

☀️ Summer will be here before you know it — and spots are already filling for the Francis O’Neill Irish Arts Kids Day Camp! ☘️🎶

Give your kids a week full of music, creativity, culture, and fun at the Irish American Heritage Center this July 20–24! Campers ages 4–11 will explore Irish music, dance, crafts, language, and more through hands-on activities led by incredible traditional Irish musicians and educators.

From trying the bodhrán and tin whistle to singing songs and learning Gaeilge, this is a one-of-a-kind summer experience kids will remember for years to come 💚

📅 July 20–24
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Irish American Heritage Center
👧🧒 Ages 4–11

Spots are limited and continuing to fill quickly — register soon to reserve your child’s place!

🔗 www.irishmusicschool.org/irish-arts-kids-day-camp

05/08/2026

Mother’s Day Brunch is officially SOLD OUT 💐

We can’t wait to celebrate with all the amazing moms and special women joining us this Sunday at the IAHC! It’s going to be such a beautiful day—starting with Mass and followed by a warm, welcoming brunch filled with great food, live music, and even better company.

From turkey, ham, and cod to all the sides (yes, mac & cheese included 😌), fresh salads, fruit, and Irish soda bread—it’s going to be a spread worth celebrating.

Thank you all for the incredible support—we’re so excited to make this Mother’s Day one to remember 💛

☘️ See you Sunday!

05/07/2026

🎻 LIVE MUSIC THIS SATURDAY 🔥

Get ready for an unforgettable night of original Celtic sound as Sorcha takes over the Fifth Province Pub! ☘️

Blending tradition with bold, modern energy, this powerhouse trio—fiddle, guitar, flute, and whistle—brings fresh arrangements and electrifying musicianship inspired by legends like Flook, Solas, and Lúnasa. This is Celtic music like you’ve never heard it before.

📅 Saturday, May 9
⏰ 8:00–10:00 PM
📍 Fifth Province Pub | Irish American Heritage Center
🎟️ FREE SHOW

Grab a pint, settle in, and experience a band that’s pushing the boundaries of reels, jigs, and hornpipes in all the best ways.

Great music. Good company. See you there. 🍻✨

05/06/2026

Celebrate Mom with something truly special this year 💚

Step inside the IAHC Gift Shop and discover thoughtful treasures she’ll love—from cozy knitwear and elegant scarves to handcrafted jewelry, Irish teas, sweet treats, crystal, and timeless keepsakes. Whether you’re shopping for a heartfelt card, a beautiful framed print, or the perfect kitchen companion, we’ve got you covered.

✨ Find the perfect gift for every kind of mom

📍 Irish American Heritage Center Gift Shop

Stop by and make her day a little more magical ☘️💐

05/01/2026

🇮🇪 FAREWELL SHOW OF 2026! 🎶

Join us at the Irish American Heritage Center TONIGHT for one final sing-song with JTJ – The Irish Balladier as he wraps up his time in the USA. This special night will be his last 2026 performance at the IAHC and in the United States, and we’d love to send him off with a packed house and plenty of craic. 💚

📅 Friday, May 1
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 The Fifth Province at the IAHC
4626 N Knox Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

JTJ has brought so many memorable nights of music, laughter, and community to the Center, and we will truly miss him. Let’s give him the farewell he deserves and gather for one more unforgettable evening of Irish ballads and good company.

Come raise a glass, sing along, and help us wish him well on his next adventure. Slán agus go n-éirí an bóthar leat! ☘

05/01/2026

🔥 CHICAGO FIRE FC x IAHC FUNDRAISER NIGHT ⚽

Support the Irish American Heritage Center while cheering on Chicago Fire FC at Soldier Field! Join us for a special partnership match as the Fire take on the Portland Timbers, with 20% of every ticket purchased through our link benefiting the IAHC.

📅 Sunday, August 16, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM CT
📍 Soldier Field
⚽ Chicago Fire FC vs. Portland Timbers

Bring your family, friends, and fellow supporters for an unforgettable summer night of soccer, community, and fun—all while helping support the mission of the Irish American Heritage Center. 💚

🎟️ Grab your tickets now via our website at irish-american.org!

👥 Groups of 10+ receive waived ticket fees
For group sales, contact Nolan O’Brien:
📧 [email protected]

📞 872-710-0578

04/30/2026

⚽ The IAHC is proud to promote our partners at Irish Community Services! 🌆

Join the community on the field for SKYLINE PITCH: Mind Yourself May — a one-of-a-kind soccer tournament celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month through movement, teamwork, and connection. Hosted by Irish Community Services and the Chicago-Galway Sister Cities Committee, this community-centered event brings people together against a stunning Chicago skyline. 💚

📍 7th Level of the Parking Garage
1457 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60610
(Lincoln Park Neighborhood)

📅 Event Schedule:

4:00 PM – Check-in, Irish music, soccer games & wellness resource tables
4:30 PM – Warm-up, stretching & mindfulness exercises
5:00 PM – Kickoff! Three 15-minute games per team
6:15 PM – Sandwiches & refreshments
7:20 PM – All-Ireland Soccer Final
7:40 PM – Mix & mingle with the Irish community

🎟️ $20 Registration Includes:

✔️ Team shirt
✔️ Hearty refreshments
✔️ At least three games
✔️ A chance to connect with your community

⚽ Players of all skill levels welcome

🔞 Must be 18+ to participate

🚗 Reduced parking available ($14 up to 5 hours)

Register now at irishchicago.org and join the fun!

04/30/2026

🎭 SAG-AFTRA Chicago Radio Players Present: MORNINGS AT SEVEN

Join us Friday, May 15 for a live radio-style performance of MORNINGS AT SEVEN, the beloved comedy by Paul Osborn. Set in 1922, this warm and witty classic follows the four Gibbs sisters as family routines are hilariously upended when Ida’s 40-year-old son finally brings home his longtime fiancée.

Filled with humor, heart, and the lovable chaos of family life, this timeless production is a perfect night out at the Irish American Heritage Center.

📅 Friday, May 15
🍻 5:00 PM – Fifth Province Pub opens for food & drinks
🚪 6:00 PM – Doors open in Room 309 (bar service available)
🎙️ 6:30 PM – Showtime
⏱️ Runtime approx. 90 minutes | Ages 16+

💵 Suggested $10 donation to the IAHC at the door

✨ RSVP appreciated (visit our website at irish-american.org to register). Come enjoy an evening of laughter, nostalgia, and live performance!

04/30/2026

This week, we had the honor of celebrating our incredible volunteers—the heart and soul of the Irish American Heritage Center. Your time, energy, passion, and commitment have helped shape the Center into what it is today: a warm and welcoming gathering place for all, and a vibrant home for Irish culture, community, and connection. ☘️

Because of your generosity and dedication, the IAHC continues to thrive. From longtime volunteers who have given so much over the years, to our newest helping hands, and to those who will join us in the future—we offer our deepest thanks. You are the reason this place feels so special.

We hope you had a wonderful time celebrating with us and that you always see the IAHC as your second home, because our staff and Board truly see each and every one of our volunteers as part of our family.

Go raibh míle maith agaibh — a thousand thanks to you all. 💚

04/30/2026

✍️ CALLIGRAPHY & COCKTAILS 🍸

A creative night out at the Irish American Heritage Center! Join us for a relaxed evening of lettering, cocktails, and good company at our special drop-in Bring Your Tools Night.

Hosted by Lisa Kivland & Laurie Paolinetti of the Chicago Calligraphy Collective, this casual session is perfect for experienced calligraphers, hobbyists, or anyone looking to get back into the art of beautiful writing.

📅 Wednesday, May 20
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 Fifth Province Hall, IAHC
💵 $10 Entry
🍸 Drinks & food available for purchase
✨ No pressure — just creativity, inspiration, and connection

Bring your tools, sip something good, and unwind with us for a unique midweek night out.

04/29/2026

🌸 A MOTHER’S DAY STORYTELLING & MUSIC EVENT YOU WON’T FORGET ✨

giftLIT returns to the Irish American Heritage Center for a special Mother’s Day edition after last year’s SOLD-OUT Halloween event! Join us for an intimate evening of storytelling and live music celebrating motherhood in all its beauty, complexity, humor, and heart 💚

📅 Wednesday, May 6
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Fifth Province Pub at the IAHC
🍻 Food & drinks available for purchase

🎟️ $23 online (includes fees) | $25 at the door
⚠️ Limited capacity — grab your tickets early! Find the purchase link at www.irish-american.org.

Come laugh, reflect, and connect through powerful stories and song in one of Chicago’s coziest venues. This is a night you won’t want to miss. 💫