September 13 & 14, 2025 | Saturday 10am-10:30pm; Sunday 10am-6:30pm
Throughout the weekend you'll see history and culture come alive in various ways, all thanks to those who honor all aspects of Celtic life. Better yet, you can join in! Hear stories, peruse specialty collections, learn about swordfighting, and more.
The 13th Realm are re-enactors who recreate European 13th century. Their family-friendly demonstrations and artifacts allow guests to have a greater understanding of this era.
Cobblestone Fiber Designs uses various fiber crafting techniques including weaving, knitting, crochet, hand-dying, and more. Visit their booth for first-hand demos of these ancient arts, and to purchase a variety of goods such as clothing, jewelry and artisinal soaps.
"Step right up and test your strength!" A high striker, also known as a strength tester or strongman game, is a century-old attraction used in funfairs, amusement parks, and carnivals. Players swing a hammer to strike a lever, which sends a puck up a tower - the more strength, the higher the puck goes!
Fossils or gemstones...which will you pick? Select your bag of sand, pour it into a tray and let a 10-foot water sluiceway reveal your surprise treasures! Ruff Rock Mining also offers a unique collection of rocks, cut gems, geode crackers and fossils, many of which are labeled by the location they were found.
Saturday Only
Gain wonderful knowledge and hands-on experience with ancient weapons and battle skills. SHFT members perform demos all weekend long, giving presentations and letting guests join in as well.
Spangler Forge is a true blacksmith shop: no power hammers, hydraulic presses, or propane forges. Their popular showcases combine traditional hand-forging techniques with modern metallurgy, creating unique and lasting pieces. Human spirit meets hot iron, just like it has for thousands of years.
The tree's origins come from old Celtic traditions; variations include Fairy, May, and Votive Trees. Visitors add wishes (or prayers) as offerings to saints, deities or wee folk. At weekend's end they are ceremoniously sent to the heavens, where we hope many receive help in coming true!
The history and pride of many Celtic people thrives in the descendants of the original families of Scotland and Ireland, known as Clans. They honor their ancestors by celebrating the traditions and heritage that have held their families together for generations. A visit is highly recommended, as the living history of Clan Village cannot be missed.
Celebrating history and heritage of the Celts is a priority for the Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival. The Celtic College hosts a series of cultural classes and lectures designed to educate and enlighten you. Here's your chance to learn first-hand about bagpipes, Celtic poetry, genealogy and more- new topics every year. Make sure your visit includes one or more of these FREE classes!
Times |
Class |
---|---|
1:00pm |
Music of Irelandwith Tom Keefer Learn about the music and culture of Ireland and its impact on the world. |
2:00pm |
Welsh Fiddle & Songwith Sally Schaefer Study various traditional Welsh folk tunes and songs. |
3:00pm |
|
4:00pm |
Songs & Stories of Irish Soldiers in the American Civil Warwith Don Dwyer Discover the songs that 180,000 Irish immigrants sang who fought for the Union in the Civil War. |
5:30pm |
VIP Whisk(e)y SeminarDetails Coming Soon |
Times |
Class |
---|---|
1:00pm |
|
2:00pm |
Haunted Sites of Irelandwith Eileen Canning-DiPasquale Get ready to explore the supernatural side of Ireland's many castles, abbeys and graveyards. |
3:30pm |
VIP Whisk(e)y SeminarDetails Coming Soon |
Niagara Celtic hosts a wonderful array of demonstrations and hands-on experience with a variety of animals, including breeds direct from the British Isles whenever possible.
Saturday Only
Be at the Wee Folk Shire on Saturday at 12:30pm for the end of the Opening Ceremonies, so your kids can delight in a professional dove release. Learn about the birds and see their skills in action!
Sunday Only
A popular attraction has returned! Enjoy the amazing skills and tricks of some wonderful Shelties (a Scottish breed) and their friends.
by the North-East Herd Niagara Co. 4H Club
Sunday Only
Miniature horses are making their Niagara Celtic debut at the outdoor riding arena in Dagda Faire! Learn the history of this amazing breed while watching demos of their skill, grace, and athleticism.
Saturday Only
Sheep dog herding is a centuries-old tradition with roots in Scotland and Wales, where dogs were first bred to assist farmers in herding sheep. Herding is a thrilling display of canine skill and teamwork.
Experience a wonderful array of farm animals. All ages will delight as they meet and learn about the lives of alpacas, chickens, goats, bunnies, and more!
Open Saturday, 11am-5pm and Sunday 11am-4pm. Wonder and adventure are found everywhere in Niagara Celtic's Wee Folk Shire. Journey through four mini-lands designed to encourage education, imagination, active play and togetherness.
Storytelling was vital during the time of ancient Celts, as a way to share history, lessons and fantasy. Whether it's a fanciful teller of tales or a talking tree, spend time relaxing with our storytellers. Showtimes and story lengths vary.