Stay Eat Events Weather Beaches


Central Oregon Coast Fires Up November with 2025 Yachats Celtic Music Festival

Published 10/24/25 at 5:25 p.m.
By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff


(Yachats, Oregon) - The spirit of the British Isles will once again sweep across the shoreline of Oregon as the 2025 Yachats Celtic Music Festival returns November 7 through 9, bringing a world-class lineup of performers and a full slate of cultural festivities. (Pictured: One for the Foxes)

Latest Coastal Lodging News Alerts
In Seaside:
Includes exclusive listings; some specials in winter
In Cannon Beach:
Includes rentals not listed anywhere else
In Manzanita, Wheeler, Rockaway Beach:
Some specials for winter
In Pacific City, Oceanside:
Some specials for winter
In Lincoln City:
Some specials for winter
In Depoe Bay, Gleneden Beach:
Some specials for winter
In Newport:
Look for some specials
In Waldport
Some specials for winter
In Yachats, Florence
Some specials for winter
Southern Oregon Coast Hotels / Lodgings
Reedsport to Brookings, places to stay; winter deals

Watch in awe as the central Oregon coast veers off into the UK for a time. It's been a staple here for

Organizers say this year’s event is “back and better than before,” with beloved traditions and new highlights set to enchant attendees. While all-day Friday and Saturday passes have already sold out, tickets remain available for two Friday concerts and three Saturday shows at the Yachats Community Presbyterian Church, along with two Sunday performances at the Yachats Commons.

Festivalgoers can look forward to the return of signature experiences including the Piper on the Point at sunset, whisky tastings, local food and drink, artisan vendors, lively jam sessions at the Drift Inn, dancing, workshops, and free concerts throughout the weekend.

Friday 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Susan McKeown


The musical lineup kicks off Friday at 1:00 p.m. with Grammy-winning Dublin-born vocalist and songwriter Susan McKeown. Known for her powerful and innovative voice in folk music, McKeown has graced stages from Glastonbury to Carnegie Hall. She will perform with her trio, featuring guitarist Kyle Sanna and fiddler Matt Mancuso.

Friday 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Lisa Lynne and Aryeh Frankfurter

At 3:00 p.m. Friday, festival favorites Lisa Lynne and Aryeh Frankfurter return with their eclectic blend of Celtic harps, Swedish nyckelharpa, Ukrainian bandura, bouzouki, and cittern. Their performance promises a rich tapestry of Celtic history, humor, and storytelling.

SATURDAY 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm One for the Foxes
One for the Foxes

Saturday’s concerts begin at noon with One for the Foxes, a transatlantic trio composed of Tadhg Ó Meachair of Dublin, Dave Curley of Galway, and Joanna Hyde of Denver. Their set will explore the deep connections between Irish and American folk traditions through a vibrant mix of music and song.

DREOS 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

At 2:00 p.m., the Pacific Northwest’s own Dreos takes the stage. The trio - piper Eliot Grasso, fiddler Brandon Vance, and accompanist Glen Waddell - brings decades of performance and teaching experience to their dynamic interpretations of Celtic music.

SATURDAY: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm É.T.É

Rounding out Saturday’s lineup at 4:00 p.m. is É.T.É, a Québécois trio blending traditional music with jazz, progressive rock, and classical influences. Violinist Élisabeth Moquin, bouzouki player Thierry Clouette, and cellist Élisabeth Giroux promise a high-energy performance filled with original compositions, rich harmonies, and infectious stage chemistry.

SUNDAY COMMONS Concerts Following the Free Ceili dance and workshop 12pm - 1:30

Tickets $35.00 @ purplepass.com

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Susan McKeown
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm One for the Foxes

Tickets for remaining concerts can be purchased at purplepass.com. Additional festival information is available at yachatscelticmusicfestival.org and pollyplumb.org.

Hotels in Yachats - Where to eat - Yachats Maps and Virtual Tours

 



MORE PHOTOS BELOW





OREGON COAST HOTEL REVIEWS (hit refresh to see different reviews)

Lincoln City's Coho Oceanfront Lodge Continues Pushing Boundaries on Oregon C...
Plenty of perks - a kind of upscale without all of that price tag. Lincoln City lodging, hotel reviews, Gleneden Beach

'Old Oregon Coast' Feel Meets Modern Swank at Manzanita Charmer Hotel
Ocean Inn at Manzanita is woodsy yet bougie. Manzanita hotels, lodging reviews

Some Thanksgiving and Holiday Weekend Vacation Rentals Still Open on Oregon C...
A handful of vacation rentals and one restaurant's feast: Newport hotel reviews, Lincoln City hotel reviews, Pacific City hotel reviews, Neskowin hotel reviews, Washington coast, specials

Two Vacation Home Openings This Time of Year on Oregon Coast? Yes, Even in Pa...
Rare openings this week, later in August and some booking tips. Pacific City hotel reviews, vacation rentals

Manzanita Hotel Review: Oregon Coast Inn A New Hotel
Nehalem River Inn is nearly 100 years old. Nehalem Hotel Review

Manzanita's Ocean Inn Adds More Ways to Preserve, Give Back to Oregon Coast E...
About to become an Ocean Friendly Hotel through Surfrider. Manzanita hotel reviews, Manzanita hotel news

Coos Bay Hotels, South Oregon Coast
Coos Bay Hotel news, Coos Bay - North Bend - Charleston hotel reviews, vacation rentals

Seaside Hotels, Oregon Coast
Seaside Hotel reviews, vacation rentals




More About Oregon Coast hotels, lodging.....

More About Oregon Coast Restaurants, Dining.....


Coastal Spotlight


Washington Coast / Oregon Coast Articles (stories are random: hit reload to see different articles)

Winter Solstice and What It Brings to Oregon / Washington Coast Sunsets
Dec 21 is the solstice, bringing longer days and a sunset surprise. Weather

N. Oregon Coast's Haystack Lecture Series Kicks Into Gear with New Venue
All begin at 4 p.m.: Nov. 22, Dec. 20, Jan. 11 and Feb 22. Cannon Beach events

New Oregon Coast Hotel with Old World Charm
Like stepping back in time on the beachfront in Seaside, except with modern amenities around you. Seaside hotel reviews, Cannon Beach hotel review

Lincoln City Jumpstarts Oregon Coast Holidays with Tree Lighting, Dock the Deck
Dock the Deck Nov. 22, tree lighting at LCCC on Nov 28. Lincoln City events

Investigation of Young Whale Incident on Oregon Coast Already Makes New Finds
Commercial crabbing gear was a part after all, among other findings. Marine sciences

Mussel Gathering Back on Oregon Coast, More Washington Clamming Dates
Open from Brookings through Lincoln City, but still closed on the top third of coast. Marine sciences

What's Old Is New Again: N. Oregon Coast's Tolovana Inn Redecorates, Winter Brings a Show
New decor at the hotel hotspot, winter brings drama below. Cannon Beach hotel reviews

Stranded and Struggling Humpback Whale on Central Oregon Coast Draws Crowds Overnight
Experts warn stay away from the Yachats site. Dozens try to help but endanger themselves. Marine sciences


Back to Oregon Coast

Contact Advertise on Oregon Coast Beach Connection
All Content, unless otherwise attributed, copyright © Oregon Coast Beach Connection. Unauthorized use or publication is not permitted