At the festival’s 20th edition, Five Leaf Clover will also take to the stage with a hard-hitting rock show infused with Irish and Scottish melodies! Together with their mascot, Shamus McSmelly, the band have already brought joy to Lughnasad six times—first in 2015 and most recently in 2024.
Vintage Wine is a Prague-based band whose repertoire consists primarily of Celtic and Irish songs mixed with a touch of rock music. Over the decade of its existence, its members have appeared at countless music events and played countless songs—notorious Irish and Scottish folk songs as well as their own compositions. In addition to shows […]
A witty, curious and inspiring performance about the history of the Czech harp. Did you know that the Celtic harp may actually be a Czech harp? That it used to be a widespread folk instrument? That our countrymen roamed the whole world with a harp on their back? You probably had no idea, because the […]
Bar Fast the Door is a trio consisting of multi-instrumentalist and singer Eoghan O’Reilly, violinist Ondřej Volčík, and guitarist Tomáš Vomočil. Their repertoire is based primarily on traditional Irish music, but also includes Eoghan’s original songs. Bar Fast the Door’s music offers a unique listening experience, especially for those familiar with the captivating atmosphere of […]
On Saturday, you will also be dancing to the music of Rí Ra, a Prague-based band and one of the finalists in the European Celtic music competition held at the prestigious Montelago Celtic Festival in Italy. Their name means “good fun”, so you certainly have plenty to look forward to. This year, the band celebrates 18 years on […]
The Fe Hu Paganfolk project was founded in 2015 near Lake Garda in northern Italy, born from the vision of Jordi Tambara. After years of searching and evolution, the band returned to its roots—a connection between nature, spirituality, and the joy of life. Their music blends medieval and folk melodies with modern rhythms. Expect the sounds of […]
On Friday evening, Tempus will take to the stage 🎻 We believe this fantasy world music band needs little introduction. You may have seen them at Lughnasad for the first time last year. 🪈 Look forward to music woven from medieval melodies and rock elements, a hypnotic voice, and the unmistakable sound of the hurdy-gurdy, […]
Friday’s programme will end on a wave of punk as Pirates of the Pubs sail in from South Bohemia! This band of barroom layabouts only gets up from their drinks when it is time to roar into the microphones. Irish flute, violin, and accordion combined with powerful guitar riffs will leave you unable to sit […]
Dick O’Brass are returning for the fifth time, ready to set pulses racing for everyone who loves energy, tradition, and a proper musical blast! They first appeared at the festival in 2011, and visitors last had the chance to hear them in 2023. Their music is rooted in Celtic traditional tunes from Ireland, Scotland, and […]
