“Wild Mountain Thyme” is an Irish folk song with strong roots in Scottish traditions. The Belfast-based folk musician Francis McPeake took an old Scottish song from the early 19th century ...

SEE ALSO: 11 Christmas traditions from around the world we should all adopt immediately The United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland have a more than their fair share of quirky -- and downright ...

There were many traditions associated with Easter in Ireland, from a 'black fast' on Good Friday to 'cake dances' on Easter ...

Rooted in ancient Celtic traditions, May Day ... and pumpkin carving. Christmas is the most celebrated holiday in Ireland. Families gather for festive meals, gift exchanges, and midnight Mass ...

This year, with a focus on Celtic Christmas traditions, Elliott took the modal, medieval tune of the ancient chant-based carol “In dulci jubilo” and turned it into an Irish jig. He was aided ...

SANTA CRUZ — There are plenty of events to get people into the Christmas mood but only one that will transport audiences to rural Ireland in ... with a bevy of Celtic traditions and ...

The evolution of St. Patrick's Day into the lively celebration we know today can largely be credited to American traditions. Saint Patrick, contrary to popular belief, was not of Irish descent.