About the event

The Florida Keys Celtic Festival is a family friendly 2-day event celebrating Celtic heritage through music, dance, Highland Games and Celtic food and vendors. Celebrate the warmth and friendliness of the Celtic nations while enjoying the beauty of the Florida Keys.

Dates

Jan 09, 2027 · 10:00 AM - Jan 10, 2027 · 5:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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Location

Florida, United States

200 36th St., Marathon, Florida 33050, United States

Directions

Parking instructions

Free parking at the park, FKEC and Stanley Switlik School. Free parking is also located at St. Columba Episcopal Church & Marathon HS with free shuttles.

Event highlights

Albannach

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Albannach primarily hails from Scotland’s industrial heartland of Glasgow. With one bagpiper, three drummers, and a didgeridoo, they create unrivaled sounds that echo from the ancient glens of Alba (ancient name of Scotland). Their primal Pipe and Drum carry the very essence of what it is to be Scottish in every note: Passion, Power and Pride. Performing worldwide since 2005 with six albums, two DVDs and countless awards to their name, this musical War-Hammer shows no signs of slowing down as they continue to pound out the live shows with their raw energy and captivating performance as they have done in thousands of shows over the years.

Screaming Orphans

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The Screaming Orphans are a high-energy band of four sisters from County Donegal, Ireland. With deep roots in traditional Irish music, the Screaming Orphans draw on a diverse set of influences ranging from The Bangles to The McNulty Family, with a strong focus on melody-driven songs with pop and rock strains.

Sean Heely Band

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Led by U.S National Scottish Fiddle and Gàidhlig singing champion Seán Heely, acclaimed multi-instrumentalist & All-Ireland singing champion Kevin Elam, bouzouki & bass player Beth Patterson, acclaimed percussionist Lucas Ashby, piper Jesse Ofgang, champion fiddler Colin McGlynn, percussive dancer Agi Kovacs, harpist Abbie Palmer. They have performed in venues such as the Kennedy Center, Strathmore Music center, Hylton Performing Arts Center, headliners at Grandfather Mountain Highland Games since 2023, Virginia Scottish games, and the Niel Gow Festival in Scotland.

Piper Jones Band

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The Piper Jones Band is a lyrical, high energy trio based on the moving & beautiful sounds of the Highland bagpipes, accompanied by unique percussive chords from the bouzouki and inspired drums. While maintaining a strong musical base in traditional tunes from Ireland, Scotland, and Appalachia, the group also performs original instrumental compositions & powerful vocal harmonies, as well as stepping off stage from time to time to lead the audience in traditional Celtic dances.

Police Pipe & Drum of Florida

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The Fraternal Order of Police, District Five -- was founded in 1990. Based in Fort Lauderdale, the band and color guard are presently comprised of 51 serving and retired police officers, fire fighters, and civilians, all of whom are volunteers.

Drake Irish Dance of Florida

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The Drake School of Irish Dance, one of the most prestigious Irish dance schools in the South, was founded in 1990 in Atlanta, GA, by Dublin, Ireland native, Karl Drake. Today, Drake Irish Dance has locations not only in the USA, but Mexico and China as well. Over the years, Drake Irish dancers have created a legacy of competitive achievements, including Regional Champions, National Champions and World Medal holders.

Tickets

Price: $13.00-25.00 + Applicable Fees and Taxes

Admission

1 Day Ticket - Saturday OR Sunday

$13.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

2-Day Ticket - Saturday AND Sunday

$18.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

Merchandise

T-shirts

$26.90

Includes Base Price: $25.00, Processing fees: $1.90

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

Other

Afternoon Tea

You need to select one of the following tickets first: 1 Day Ticket - Saturday OR Sunday, 2-Day Ticket - Saturday AND Sunday

$16.27

Includes Base Price: $15.00, Processing fees: $1.27

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications

Interested in applying:

4 active applications

Clans

Deadline: Dec 30, 2026

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Clan space is $60.00 for a 12x15 space and includes 4 two-day tickets. Additional people at your tent will need to purchase tickets online or at the gate.

Food Vendors

Deadline: Jan 01, 2027

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Food Vendors include food trucks, trailers, and tents.

FKCF has full and final discretion as to vendor acceptance and the exact location of each vendor's spot.

Vendor parking area for one vehicle is provided. A parking pass will be provided with gate wristbands (max. of 5).

Merchandise Vendor

Deadline: Jan 01, 2027

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Both Celtic and Non-Celtic Merchandise Vendors are important to our festival. We do try to limit vendors with like items. Our goal is that everyone does well so variety is key.

FKCF has full and final discretion as to acceptance and the exact booth location.

Exhibitors

Deadline: Jan 01, 2027

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Exhibitors are non-profits vendors. There are a limited number of spots for Exhibitors and approvals will occur after mid November.

FKCF has full and final discretion as to acceptance and the exact booth location.

Sponsors

Interested in applying:

8 active applications

Emerald Sponsor - Title Sponsor $10,000.00

Deadline: Jan 08, 2027

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Emerald Sponsor - $10,000.00 Title Sponsor Logo on Back of Festival Shirts (deadline Oct. 1st) Listed as a sponsor of all FKCF Events Stage Recognition Premium Full Page Ad* 12x15 Booth Space 2 Stage Banners (2x10) 3 - 2x6 Banners - placed on other parts of the field Linked Logo on FKCF Homepage Acknowledged in Program 20 Two Day Tickets 8 T-Shirts 10 Beer Tickets 5 Food Tickets to FKCF Food Tents*

Highlander Sponsor - $5000.00

Deadline: Jan 08, 2027

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Highlander Sponsor - $5000.00 Listed as a sponsor of all FKCF Events Stage Recognition Full Page Ad* 10x10 Booth Space 1 - Banner (2x10) 2 - Banners (2x6) Linked Logo on FKCF Website Acknowledged in Program 10 Two Day Tickets 6 T-Shirts 6 Beer Tickets 3 Food Tickets to FKCF Food Tents*

Bagpipe Sponsor - $2500.00

Deadline: Jan 08, 2027

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Bagpipe Sponsorship - $2500.00 Listed as a sponsor of all FKCF Events Half Page Ad* 10x10 Booth Space 1 - 2x10 Banner & 1 - 2x6 Banner Linked Logo on FKCF Website Acknowledged in Program 8 Two Day Tickets 5 T-Shirts 3 Beer Tickets

Tartan Sponsor - $1500.00

Deadline: Jan 08, 2027

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Tartan Sponsor - $1500.00 Quarter Page Ad* AND 10x10 Booth Space 1 2x6 Banner Linked Logo on FKCF Website Acknowledged in Program 7 - Two Day Tickets 4 T-Shirts

Rainbow Sponsor - $1000.00

Deadline: Jan 08, 2027

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Rainbow Sponsor - $1000.00 Quarter Page Ad* OR 10x10 Booth Space 1 2x6 Banner Linked Logo on FKCF Website Acknowledged in Program 6 Two Day Tickets 3 T-Shirts

Shamrock Sponsor - $500.00

Deadline: Jan 08, 2027

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Shamrock Sponsor - $500.00 1 2x6 Banner Linked Logo on FKCF Website Acknowledged in Program 4 Two Day Tickets 2 Festival T-Shirts

Thistle Sponsor - $250.00

Deadline: Jan 08, 2027

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Thistle Sponsor -

Contributor - $100.00

Deadline: Jan 08, 2027

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Contributor - $100.00 Acknowledge on website & in program 2 One day Tickets

Other applications

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3 active applications

Art in the Park 2027

Deadline: Jan 04, 2027

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We live in a beautiful place and everyone can create something that relates to the Florida Keys. No categories, no specific theme.We will have 1st, 2nd, 3rd place and a people’s choice award. The people’s choice will be awarded at the end of the Festival. Artwork will be judged Saturday morning and ribbons placed on the pieces for the duration of the Festival.