The Irish Cultural Center of Western New England is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization that emphasizes cultural and educational programming. The ICC focuses on providing access to Irish-oriented lectures, concerts, exhibitions of art, artifacts and memorabilia, political discussions, international relations, GAA sports, Irish language classes, summer youth camps, student international exchange and genealogical research. The ICC also serves as a bridge between the Irish government and the Western New England region.
he ICC’s Irish House Restaurant, Trinity Pub and Patio includes a handcrafted bar with custom woodwork, bar and table seating, fireplace and snug, and outdoor patio. Our chef has prepared a tempting selection of lighter fare, dinner, and a full drinks offering, served in the cozy atmosphere of a Dublin pub. The Trinity Pub is named for the trio of volunteers who put in two long years of endless work – Will Carey, Bev Browne and Dan McGrath.
Join us for great entertainment with local legend Dee Reilly on Saturday, November 30 from 6–9 pm. Dee has been playing music most of her life, starting with country, and now with the traditional, and not so traditional Irish music. If you would like reservations, please call 413-342-4358. All are welcome to come and enjoy […]
Local favorites Don and Sheila Healy (and sometimes Barney McElhone) play their classic live Irish music at the ICC on Saturday, November 23 from 6–9 pm. If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. Listening to The Healys will transport you right to a pub in Ireland. All are welcome to come and enjoy […]
John Stokosa plays on Friday, November 22 from 6–9 pm. If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. All are welcome to come and enjoy the music.
Join the Springfield Rifles Rugby Club for a Leap Day Trivia Night on Thursday at 7 pm. Gather your smartest friends and family and come out for a fun night of family friendly trivia at the ICC’s Trinity Pub. Fee is $10 per player, with proceeds going directly to benefit the Rifles Women’s Rugby Club […]
The ICC invites you to an afternoon of indie Irish fiddle and folk music with the trio House of Hamill – Brian Buchanan, Rose Baldino, and Caroline Browning. Their dynamic performances have been extremely popular in their many years of playing for the ICC, and include original instrumentals, reimagined folk ballads, and original songs that […]
Terry Brennan plays on Saturday, November 16 from 6–9 pm. Terry will be singing, playing guitar, joking, laughing and helping folks have a little bit of fun. If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. All are welcome to come and enjoy the music.
Lower Valley Guys play on Friday, November 15 from 6–9 pm. LVG performs a blend of original music and classic rock from the 60’s, 70’s and some 80’s. The duo consists of John Benoit on guitar, harmonica and flute and Mike Chmura on keyboard. If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. All are […]
Join us for great entertainment with Jimmy McArdle and Jerry Murphy on Saturday, November 9 from 6–9 pm. If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. All are welcome to come and enjoy the music. Jimmy McArdle, an original member of the Irish folk band The Bards, has performed with many well-known acts such […]
Baird Souls play on Friday, November 8 from 6–9 pm. Acoustic duo Tom and Lici Baird play soulful rockin’ memories – songs you want to sing! If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. All are welcome to come and enjoy the music.
On November 6, we are excited to welcome guest host Claudine Langille to our weekly session! Claudine has been picking melodious tunes on mandolin for almost 30 years. While living in Galway, Ireland, she learned the exciting Irish flat-picked tenor banjo style from Charlie Piggott of De Danann. About Claudine Langille Claudine has led workshops at folk […]
Billy Eagan plays live Irish music at the ICC on Saturday, November 2 from 6–9 pm. If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. All are welcome to come and enjoy the music. Billy has been playing for over 20 years, from Boston to New York. He was the founding member of the Rising […]
The Springfield Rifles Rugby Club plays Mad River on Saturday, November 2 on the ICC home field. Kickoff is at 1 pm. The Trinity Pub opens at 1 pm for drinks to enjoy while watching the action. The Irish House Restaurant kitchen opens around 2 pm with a specialty menu. We hope to see you […]
Get your holiday shopping done early at the Irish Shopping Fair with Dingle Linens at the ICC! There will be raffles, a clearance sale, and plenty of Irish gifts and knitwear. Saturday, November 2 from 11 am to 7 pm. Fran Ryan from Dingle Linens in Co. Kerry, Ireland will be exhibiting Ladies and Gents […]
John Stokosa plays on Friday, November 1 from 6–9 pm. If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. All are welcome to come and enjoy the music.
Local favorites Don and Sheila Healy (and sometimes Barney McElhone) play their classic live Irish music at the ICC on Saturday, October 26 from 6–9 pm. If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. Listening to The Healys will transport you right to a pub in Ireland. All are welcome to come and enjoy […]
Celebrate Halloween at the Irish Cultural Center! Stop by on Saturday, October 26 from 1–3:30 pm for a fun, free, family-friendly open house. Costumes are encouraged! We will have fun activities and treats all afternoon, with supervised Halloween craft projects and games. Hear stories, learn Irish words, and explore the origins of Samhain. Plus, there will be apple cider […]
The Piper-Hopkins Band plays at the ICC on Friday, October 25 from 6–9 pm. The Piper-Hopkins Band has Rhythm & Groove; the kinetic fusion of Blues, Rock, Reggae, R&B, Country, Folk, Jazz & Soul, played with a contagious intensity. An eclectic mixture of songs featuring soulful vocals and powerfully melodic guitar. This performance is being presented […]
The Springfield Rifles Rugby Club plays Black River on Saturday, October 19 on the ICC home field. Kickoff is at 1 pm. The Trinity Pub opens at 1 pm for drinks to enjoy while watching the action. The Irish House Restaurant kitchen opens around 2 pm with a specialty menu. We hope to see you […]
Baird Souls play on Friday, October 18 from 6–9 pm. Acoustic duo Tom and Lici Baird play soulful rockin’ memories – songs you want to sing! If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. All are welcome to come and enjoy the music.
Join West Springfield Park & Recreation and Each Moment We’re Alive at the Trinity Pub on Thursday, October 17 from 5:30–9 pm for this special fundraiser. All tips go towards Each Moment We’re Alive, a cancer support network which offers support and wellness programs from diagnosis to recovery.
