Garrett County Celtic Festival set for June 3
The 36th Garrett County Celtic Festival in Friendsville, Md., featuring living history performances, the Highland Games, Clan exhibits and other activities, will be held on Saturday, June 3 at Friendsville Community Park.
Featured bands include the Seán Heely Celtic Trio, Aurora Celtic and the Shanty Irish. Dance troupes include the Teelin School of Irish Dance and the Pittsburgh Celtic Spirit Highland Dancing.
Newly added activities include workshops in Celtic arts for adults and teens. Throughout the day, guests can participate in free workshops in metal arts, weaving, quilting, and wheat weaving. More details are available on the festival website, gccelticfestival.com/workshops. Seats are limited so reservations are encouraged.
The RainbowÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ End at the park is designed for the little ones, encouraging creative involvement in Celtic activities, including educational games, storytelling, face painting and costumes, fairie gardens, Highland athletic competition, and participation in an Irish play.
Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for ages 11-18, and children 10 and under are free. The festival runs from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For more information, visit gccelticfestival.com, email gcceltfest@gmail.com or call 301-501-0304.

