BARN DANCE
Columbus Weekend · Sunday, October 11
Live Music by the McLean Avenue Band
+ Line Dancing with The Whiskey Barrel Boot Stompers
Grab your boots and your neighbors. An afternoon of live music, dancing and community to support the Irish Cultural & Sports Centre as we build toward the 50th anniversary of the East Durham Irish Festival.
Sunday, Oct 11, 2026
2:00 – 6:00 PM
Doors open 1:30 PM
2267 NY-145, East Durham, NY
until the fiddles start
Buy Tickets – $30General admission $30 · Every ticket supports the Centre
What to Expect
- Live band all afternoon — McLean Avenue Band keeping the floor full from start to finish.
- Line dancing — The Whiskey Barrel Boot Stompers lead the line dances. Never tried it? They'll walk you through every step.
- Dance floor open — two-step, jigs, or just tapping your boots. All skill levels welcome.
- Great company — neighbors, friends and the whole MJQ community under one roof.
- For a good cause — proceeds support the Irish Cultural & Sports Centre ahead of the Festival's 50th.
General Admission – $30
Sunday, October 11, 2026 · 2:00 – 6:00 PM (doors 1:30) · MJQ Irish Centre, East Durham, NY
| Ticket Type | Price | Cart |
|---|---|---|
| General Admission – McLean Avenue Band – October 11, 2026 | $30.00 |
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Support the MJQ Irish Centre
Can’t make the show, or want to do more? Every gift keeps the music, dance and language of Ireland alive in East Durham.
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More Than Just A Barn Dance.
Support What’s Next.
In 2027, the East Durham Irish Festival celebrates its 50th anniversary, and we want to make its 50th year the best it can be.
There’s still a lot of work to do to get there. From necessary structural repairs and improvements across the grounds, to investing in areas like our Children’s Tent, to bringing great bands and entertainment to East Durham, your support will help us build a festival worthy of this milestone.
Join us at the Barn Dance for a night of live music, dancing, and community while helping us prepare for an unforgettable 50th anniversary and support the future of the Irish Cultural & Sports Centre.
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About McLean Avenue Band
McLean Avenue Band is a New York–based live band led by Irish-born musician Padraig Allen. Based in Westchester County, the group plays festivals, concerts, weddings and private events, with ensembles ranging from six to ten musicians depending on the booking.
Their sound mixes Irish favorites and traditional tunes with rock, pop and country, and their shows are built around lively performances, vocal harmonies, audience participation and dancing. In short: an energetic band with Irish roots and a wide variety of crowd favorites.
Read the official band biography →
Event Information
2267 NY-145, East Durham, NY 12423
