Live Irish Music & Dancing: Tacoma Ceili

Celebrate the longer days with live (and lively) Irish music and dance (think a fun Irish version of line dancing or square dancing)–with a side bonus of getting an amazing body and brain workout! Tacoma Ceili (pronounced kay-lee) is high energy and low key: You can dance or just relax (or take turns on that!). Maldon Meehan teaches you the steps–and then leads you through each dance with an emphasis on fun rather than perfection. We are pleased to welcome Margaret Keefe and Patrick Andrews back on fiddles, banjo and accordion. Saturday,  May 9th, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Immanuel Presbyterian Church at 901 N. J St. All ages and abilities are welcome, with an option for a dance lesson from 7:00–7:30 PM. Visit our Facebook (Tacoma Ceili) or Instagram (tacoma.ceili) for reels.

What: A ceili is a traditional Irish social gathering with live music and called dances. 

When: Saturday, May 9th, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Lesson is 7:00-7:30. Music and dancing are 7:30-10:00.

Where: Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 901 N. J St, Tacoma, WA (enter from 9th Street). 

Cost: Donations are gratefully accepted for the musicians, caller, and refreshments, but come whether you can donate or not! $10-$20 per person is suggested.

Who: All ages and abilities are welcome–and we have good representation from every decade of life! No prior skill is required. 

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