An Rí Rá Montana Irish Festival

06/09/2026

Did you know this internationally recognized festival was started and still being produced today by an all-volunteer committee? The festival is always looking for continued and new sponsorships to keep this amazing weekend FREE to the public.

If you would like to become a sponsor or want to inquire about supporting An Ri Ra, please contact Brendan R. McDonough at [email protected].

As always, updated festival information on Facebook and our website at

Montana Gaelic Cultural Society is proud to host their preimer event An Ri Ra - Montana Irish Festival in Butte, Montana - August 12, 13, and 14!

05/06/2026

The 2026 An Ri Ra Montana Irish Festival is going to be an amazing weekend in Historic Uptown Butte on August 14th - 16th. We are very excited to announce the following headliners. Make your plans now to join us in Butte America for the best Irish fest in the West.

The Byrne Brothers
Murphy & Mancuso Band
Socks in the Frying Pan
The Prodigals

04/13/2026

Please take the time to speak up for Irish Studies in Montana. ☘️

‼️🚨A moratorium has been placed on the Irish Studies Program at the University of Montana, placing the program in immediate jeopardy. Without swift action, its future is at serious risk.

02/24/2026

It’s with the heaviest hearts that the An Ri Ra family mourns the passing of one of the original and long-standing Apron Ladies Danette Harrington. Danette was the face of hospitality, and joined by her dear friend Lori Maloney, made an unstoppable duo. We are forever grateful for her unwavering support and hard work to make An Ri Ra the most amazing Irish event anywhere outside of Ireland. Slan Abhaile Danzi and we all love you forever ❤️☘️

12/09/2025

The Butte Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians was recently awarded the 2025 Butte Local Heroes Award for all of their tireless dedication to community service and dedication. The cemetery restoration at St.Patrick’s Cemetery and the installation of the “Strike Gate” at the World Museum of Mining along with numerous other projects are very appreciated by the Butte community. From left to right in the first photo are
Con Sullivan, Bob Nye, Rich Quinn,
John Doran, and Frank Walsh. Congratulations and a huge thanks from the An Ri Ra festival and the city of Butte America! ☘️

08/11/2025

What an epic weekend! Fantastic crowds, incredible performers, and gracious friendly people everywhere! We want to hear what you all enjoyed this weekend. ☘️

08/09/2025

The weather might be cool but the party is hot! Come on up and enjoy the music and dance ☘️

08/08/2025

Dublin Gulch is on now! The Tiernan Irish Dancers up next!

08/06/2025

T-minus two days!!! We can't wait to sing and dance with all of you! Sharing the schedule again just in case you missed it ☺️☘️

08/06/2025

This weekend come see the best that Butte and Ireland have to offer! ☘️