FRIDAY
OVERALL:
4:00 pm - Midnight
Carnival
Join us with Rainbow Valley Rides for some spectacular fun!
5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Food
Food Tent open with many local restaurants and vendors.
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Fireworks Show
Watch a dazzling display of fireworks
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Children's Tent Games
Win a prize very time! 1 game for 1 ticket or 3 games for 2 tickets. Plus crafts and face painting!
4:00 - 10:00 pm
Aussie Kingdom Tent
Aussie Kingdom animals will be on display.
One-half hour shows start at 5:00 and 7:00 pm.
4:00 - 6:00 pm
Kite Flying
Paul Fieber will open Fitchburg Days with a Kite Demonstration starting at 4:00 pm.
MAIN STAGE:
5:00 p.m.
Main Tent Cover Charge Begins
$5.00 COVER CHARGE FOR ENTERTAINMENT STAGES BEGINS Mainstage band schedule is subject to change. Check back for any last minute changes.
8:00 - 12:00 pm
Music
Super Tuesday
Rock out with Super Tuesday, Madison's favorite party band. With a wide mix of music hits spanning the 70's to today, including rock, country and dance artists like Kelly Clarkson, Bryan Adams, John Mellencamp, Pink, Bon Jovi, Gretchen Wilson, Reo Speedwagon, Alabama, Carrie Underwood and U2.
www.supertuesdayband.com.
CHILDREN'S TENT:
SATURDAY
Noon - 10:00 pm
Aussie Kingdom Tent
Aussie Kingdom animals will be on display.
One-half hour shows start at 2:00, 5:00 and 8:00 pm.
1:00 - 10:00 pm
Food
Food Tent open with many local restaurants and vendors.
10:30 am - 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Historic Fitchburg Trolley Tours
Sponsored by the Fitchburg Historical Society, Bill Kinney will lead three 1-hour tours of Historic Fitchburg beginning at 10:30 am. Please plan to board the trolleys 15 minutes prior to the departure time. The tour includes stories and anecdotes about the early Fitchburgs settlers. The route will take your through historic Fitchburg, Old Village, Oak Hall Cemetery, Swan Creek School and the farms of the early settlers. The cost is $10/person for adults, $5 for children 12 and under.
10:00 am - Midnight
Carnival
Carnival
MAIN STAGE:
4:00 pm
Main Tent Cover Charge Begins
$5.00 COVER CHARGE FOR ENTERTAINMENT STAGES BEGINS Mainstage band schedule is subject to change. Check back for any last minute changes.
4:30 p.m.
Music
Rigel
Please welcome Madison’s newest Irish band. Predominately Celtic in influence, the end result of Rigel's sound combines Shea's driving Cape Breton fiddle style, Mark's Bluegrass guitar and mando playing, Evan’s dramatic "film score" piano chords and David's extremely energetic and versatile percussiveness to push you along through each song. www.rigelband.com
6:00 pm
Dance
Trinity Academy of Irish Dance Academy
Trinity Academy of Irish Dance Trinity Academy of Irish Dance is the world’s most widely recognized Irish dance schools and have appeared on numerous national television shows. They have garnered an unprecedented 28 world titles for the United States and are the only Americans to ever win team gold medals. www.trinity-dancers.com
7:00 pm
Music
Green Tea
By mixing Celtic roots with rock, jazz, folk and funk, Green Tea has built a new generation of Celtic music. With players originating from New York, Washington, Wisconsin and Illinois, this Wisconsin-based group has made a name for themselves in the Midwest and continue to astonish audiences with their dynamic and high-energy shows. The group recently supported Rusted Root at the Rave/Eagles Club - Milwaukee; performed at the Green Bay Packers 2008 Tailgate Tour; performed at the world's largest Irish Fest, Milwaukee Irish Fest, in 2006 and 2007; and headlined Wisconsin's St. Patty's Day Fest, New Dublin Irish Fest in 2008 (in front of over 3,000 fans). This group is a smash hit at colleges, such as the sold out UWSP Encore show in 2008. Plus, whistle/flute player John Coletta is one of the best "hands" players in the world. You have to see it to believe it! http://www.greenteaworldmusic.com/
8:45 pm
Music--Pat McCurdy
Wisconsin's own Pat McCurdy is a musician who hails from Milwaukee and is finding a small but growing cult following across the country. He writes all his own songs, in a variety of styles. One person has said that it is "good drinking music." It's really kind of hard to pin down; if you have a good description, let him know. His main appeal is to the college crowd, but it is not unusual to see others not fitting this stereotype enjoying his music.
In addition to playing in Milwaukee, he regularly plays all over Wisconsin, as well as northern Illinois (mainly Chicago) and Minneapolis. Sometimes he takes roadtrips to other parts of the country; the next time he does, we'll tell you. http://www.patmccurdy.com/
10:30 pm
Music
U2Zoo
U2Zoo is a four-piece concert caliber band that celebrates the full U2 Concert Experience with all out energy and replication. Founded in Milwaukee in 2003, U2Zoo has built its large fan base playing shows at large concert venues and top festivals throughout the Midwest region. They replicate the experience of a real U2 concert with a dead on accuracy and precision.
With the incredible singing abilities, high energy of their very own "Bono" and the perfected sounds and equipment of the well matched supporting cast, the live experience of this top notch professional group of U2 fans is the most amazing musical experience in the region. http://www.u2zoo.com/main.html
CHILDREN'S TENT:
Noon - 5:00 pm
Children's Tent Games
Win a prize very time! 1 game for 1 ticket or 3 games for 2 tickets. Plus crafts, face painting and tattoos!
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ta Da the Clown
Entertains the kids and makes balloon animals!
CULTURAL TENT:
Noon - 5:00 pm
All Day Events
Fitchburg Historical Society--Bill and Carole Kinney will have information available about early Irish settlement areas in Fitchburg, photographs and information about the early Irish settlers in Fitchburg, and maps showing the lead trails that the Irish used for transportation. They will be available to answer qustions all afternoon.
Hurling Club of Madison--Come and learn the great game of Irish Hurling. http://www.madisonhurling.com/
Irish Wolfhound Association. Come and meet these magnificent dogs.
Irish Genealogy Table - Get the assistance of our four experts on tracking down your Irish ancestors
Bodhrán Lessons
Patrick Erin Monaghan - author of because they never do, a story of undying love set during the mid-nineteenth century famine in Ireland.
Celtic Art Designs by Cynthia Stephens http://www.clstephens.biz/
Noon - 5:00 pm
Activities
The Cultural Tent offers workshops and performances in music, art, dance, and language, all of which showcase the richness of the Irish culture. Ever really wanted to curse at someone! Well, no one does it better than the Irish. Aongus O'Murchadha, from Cork, Ireland, will teach a few Gaelic sayings that are sure to make you feel better. Maybe it's a song or the sweet sound of the Irish harp that will do the trick. The music on hand this year is sure to delight, with many favorite local musicians sharing their talent and love of Irish music. If kicking up your heels is more your style, you'll have plenty of opportunity to get the heart pumping with workshops in ceili and/or set dancing. These styles of Irish dance are guaranteed to get you moving and having a great time. Want to learn how to play the Bodhrán, then come on out! Are you a sports nut? If so, check out the Hurling Club of Madison and see if you've got what it takes to be a member. If your tastes run more toward the less physical pasttimes, you'll find lots to do! Visit and learn about your ancestors with the help of expert genealogists, learn about the Fitchburg Irish from folks of the Fitchburg Historical Society, or hear about how Irish immigrants influenced the architecture of Fitchburg, make friends with the biggest dogs on the planet,the magnificent Irish Wolfhounds. Whatever your interest in Irish traditions, you'll find it at this year's Cultural Tent. In addition, Cynthia Stephens will be on hand selling her beautiful Celtic paper art. Be sure to leave room in your car for all of the wonderful things you’ll want to buy.
noon - 1 pm
Music
MadHarpers
The harp is the national symbol of Ireland and for good reason. Its beautiful sound epitomizes the spirit of the Irish nation.
The beautiful playing of Rachel Avery, Mary Ellen Bell and Cora Moore, members of the Madison Folk Harp Society, will demonstrate to our audience why this music is the "Music of Kings." These accomplished musicians are well known in the area playing for weddings, coffee houses, hospitals, funerals and other performances.
The Society promotes the performance and study of the folk harp for music lovers of all ages and all skill levels. The group focuses on social and educational gatherings and serves as a source of information about harp groups and activities. For more information, please visit http://www.madharpers.org/.
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Music
Milwaukee Irish Fest Song Circle
If you love to sing, then please join the song circle at the festival! The Milwaukee Irish Fest Song Circle, a group that does Singing Sessions in a circle at the Milwaukee Irish Festival every year, will be on hand to lend their voices to many of the songs you know and love. We'll bring the songs, you bring your voice. What a fun way to spend an hour!
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Lecture-Peter Watts
History of the Belted Plaid
A Man in a Kilt is a Man and a Half: Feileadh Mór or Great Kilt
The Great Kilt is one of the most versatile and sculptural garments ever created. Using a volunteer Peter Watts will demonstrate the pleating and wearing of the Belted Plaid while reviewing terminology, history and accoutrements associated with the Scottish Heilander.
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Music
O'Darby
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Music
West Wind
West Wind is a quartet of musicians based in Madison, Wisconsin interpreting the native music of Ireland. The members played together for years in pub sessions and in a variety of groups performing the music of Celtic Europe. As West Wind they have woven their skills together into a rich and unified sound. Drawing from the old and new traditions of Ireland, they balance lilting jigs and driving reels with exuberant dance tunes from the Sliabh Luachra region. Airs, ballads, and humorous songs round out their concerts. The energy of the session fuels their live performances, crafted with respect for the fine musicianship demanded by the rich tradition of Irish music. http://alan-ng.net/irish/westwind/
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Music
The Currach
This trio, comprised of Darl Ridgley on bodhrán, Daithi Wolf on fiddle, and Josh Perkins on guitar (and all three on vocals) is a crowd favorite at the Brocach Pub, where they’ve been playing every Friday night from 5:30-7:00pm for more than two years. They are often joined by various guest members. Their lively renditions will be sure to get you up dancing in no time! By the way, Currach is Irish for boat.
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Dancing
Irish Ceili Dancing
SUNDAY
1:00pm -- 5:00pm
Food Tent Open
Food Tent open with many local restaurants and vendors.
Noon - 7:00 pm
Aussie Kingdom Tent
Aussie Kingdom animals will be on display.
One-half hour shows start at 2:00 and 5:00 pm.
Noon - 5:00 pm
Carnival - Hand Stamp Day for $20
Noon - 6:00 pm
Fiesta Hispana
Live Latino music all day!
10:30 am - 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Historic Fitchburg Trolley Tours
Sponsored by the Fitchburg Historical Society, Bill Kinney will lead three 1-hour tours of Historic Fitchburg beginning at 10:30 am. Please plan to board the trolleys 15 minutes prior to the departure time. The tour includes stories and anecdotes about the early Fitchburgs settlers. The route will take your through historic Fitchburg, Old Village, Oak Hall Cemetery, Swan Creek School and the farms of the early settlers. The cost is $10/person for adults, $5 for children 12 and under.
1:00 - 3:00 pm
Tug-O-War Demonstration
2:00 pm
Police Auction--CANCELLED FOR THIS YEAR
CHILDREN'S TENT:
