Welcome

Come dance at our 2nd Friday Céilí!
November 8, 2024

Live music by Eliot Grasso & Glen Waddell
Dances called by Sam Keator


Samhain Celtic New Year Festival

October 19th, Saturday, 10am-5pm
At: Willamette Heritage Center – Spinning Room, 1313 Mill St. SE, Salem.

Directions: https://www.willametteheritage.org/directions/

Céili of the Valley is excited to host its ninth Celtic New Year Festival. Experience this family-friendly one-day celebration of cultures of the seven Celtic nations (Ireland, Scotland, Galicia, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany, and Isle of Man) with workshops, exhibits, craft, children’s activities, live music, and dance. The Festival wraps up with a Ceílí (big party with live music & dancing) for all attendees.

Visit our site for more info: https://celticfestival.info/, https://www.facebook.com/orcelticfest , https://www.instagram.com/orcelticfest/

Supported by Transient Occupancy Tax grant from the City of Salem, as well as the following sponsors: Capitol Subaru, REAL Systems, Inc, The Summit Group of Oregon, Willamette Health, KMUZ Community Radio 100.7, and Friends of CVS.


2023 Samhain Festival Video

Courtesy of Capital Community Media


Join us for our weekly dance classes!

When: Every Tuesday
Time: 6:30 PM
Admission: $5 per class – First Class is FREE for new dancers!
Instruction by Elisa Chandler
Where: VFW Hall, 630 Hood St. NE. The Hall is air-conditioned
All dances are walked and called and are for all ages and capabilities. Beginners come weekly. No partner is needed. Come join the fun, get some exercise, and make new friends! NOTE: Comfortable closed-toed shoes such as tennis shoes are highly recommended.

 Kids are welcome with a responsible adult if they can listen and follow instructions. Recommended age of at least 7 years old.


Céilí of the Valley Society is open to everyone, Celtic heritage or not. All activities are inclusive. We welcome all people.

Céilí of the Valley Society está abierta a todos, con herencia celta o no. Todas las actividades son inclusivas. Damos la bienvenida a todas las personas.