North Texas Irish Festival (NTIF)

05/25/2026

We at the SCMA would like to honor every service man and woman that has died for this county.

05/10/2026

Lá na Máithreacha Sona duit
Happy Mother's Day to you

05/01/2026

"The flowers they are springing in the May morning dew.”

On Beltane (also celebrated as Beltaine or May Day) people across Celtic traditions welcomed the beginning of summer with music, dancing, flowers, bonfires, and community celebrations. One beloved May Day custom was rising early to wash the morning dew across your face, believed to bring luck, beauty, and good health for the coming year.

That connection between nature, celebration, and music still lives on in Celtic traditions today. From lively sessions to centuries-old songs passed from generation to generation, Celtic music continues to mark the changing seasons and bring people together.

Happy Beltane from the Southwestern Celtic Music Association and the North Texas Irish Festival! May your May morning dew bring a little extra luck this year. ☘️🎻🔥

04/21/2026

As NTIF 2026 becomes a fond memory, the vendors, performers, sponsors, staff and volunteers have something very important to say to you all:

04/17/2026

The Southwest Celtic Music Association (which produces the North Texas Irish Festival) is participating in North Texas Giving Day to the Arts. Please consider making a donation if you are able.
https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/SCMA

04/12/2026

🎵 “The hounds gave cry, and the hunt went on…”🎶

…and the hunt went on. Even though NTIF has wrapped, the music and community keeps on with the Southwest Celtic Music Association and our furry family. Just like our favorite festival pets experienced, once you get a taste of Celtic music, you're hooked for life.

04/05/2026

An opportunity to travel to Ireland!

IRELAND! We are taking Appalachia home to its roots.
September 14th thru the 23rd Tuatha Dea invites you to travel to Ireland with us for 9 days of music, merriment and shenanigans. The tour includes AIR FARE there and back again, ALL ground transportation, ALL first-class accommodations, tours in 3 cities and across the Island and so much more!

PLEASE CLICK and take a look at the links below for all the amazing details and sign up now for an adventure you'll never forget!

Though we have hit our base numbers there is still space available! It's the perfect gift to yourself and someone you adore! If you have friends or family that might be up for a magical journey, please pass this along! Come hang out with the family that is Tuatha Dea and experience Ireland with the Appalachian Irish Fae!

We're asking some of our friends, fans and festivals to help us spread the word!

https://grouptripsandtravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Brochure-Tuatha-Dea-Irish-Eyes-Tour-of-Ireland-2026.pdf

https://grouptripsandtravel.com/tours/international/tuatha-deas-irish-eyes-tour-of-ireland/

04/05/2026

Wishing a happy Easter to everyone from the SCMA.

03/13/2026

Come out and say Hi!

03/11/2026

The gate of this years North Texas Irish Festival closed after a great weekend of fun and fellowship. But we aren't gone!

Friday (3/13) and Saturday (3/14) you can find us at the Choctaw-Irish Friendship Festival!