2026 Celtic Festival in Ormond Beach

The sound of bagpipes will echo across the Halifax River once again as the 15th Annual Ormond Beach Celtic Festival returns to Rockefeller Gardens and Fortunato Park on April 18 & 19, 2026 — and this milestone year promises to be the biggest, most meaningful celebration yet.

This year’s Festival is dedicated to honoring the life and legacy of Chuck Spano, the visionary founder who created this beloved community tradition. What began as a desire to bring traditional Celtic music to Ormond Beach, grew into one of Central Florida’s most celebrated cultural events, drawing more than 15,000 attendees annually. In tribute to Chuck’s passion for this festival, the weekend will feature a special ceremonial Caber Toss in his honor, a powerful and fitting salute to the man who started this festival here in Ormond Beach. A rendition of “The Parting Glass,” a customary farewell song, will also be performed.

BIG NEWS: 7 Nations to Headline the 15th Anniversary

In a major announcement, internationally acclaimed Celtic rock band 7 Nations will headline this year’s festival. Known worldwide for their electrifying performances and fusion of traditional Celtic music with modern rock energy, 7 Nations brings a level of excitement that will make this anniversary year unforgettable.

If you’ve ever wanted to experience them live, this is your moment!

Saturday, April 18 | 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. / Sunday, April 19 | 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Rockefeller Gardens & Fortunato Park, Ormond Beach, Florida 32176

Advance tickets are $12 per day ($15 at the gate).
Children 12 and under are free.
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Two Full Days of Music, Celtic Magic
Spanning two picturesque riverfront parks, the festival will feature:

· 5 Music Stages

· 25+ Musical Acts

· Two full days of Highland Games

· Regional Clans and Celtic societies

· Expanded Celtic food and artisan vendors

· Craft beer, including Guinness, Harp, and Killian’s

· An expanded Kid’s Zone

· Jam Tent sessions for musicians

· Daily parades led by Daytona Pipes & Drums and Rosie O’Gradys

The Highland Games, sanctioned by the North American Scottish Games Athletics (NASGA), return for two full days of elite competition. Male and female athletes will compete in crowd-favorite events including stone put, hammer throw, and the iconic caber toss — culminating in the honorary Caber Toss celebrating Chuck Spano’s legacy.

New & Expanded Experiences

• Guests can experience a true taste of the Highlands with special appearances by Highland cows, courtesy of J&S Legacy Ranch.

• Lighthouse Presbyterian Church will provide a FREE parking shuttle service to make getting to the festival easier than ever, along with Wave Wheels cart shuttles to help with shuttle transportation to the event.

• Families will find even more to love this year. The expanded Kid’s Zone includes bounce houses, obstacle courses, face painting, fairy hair, balloon art, crafts, petting zoo, and more.

• Celtic-Themed Chart Art Competition, hosted by ArtHaus.

• Animal lovers can visit adoptable dogs from Halifax Humane Society.

• The beloved Dog Parade returns Sunday, dress your pup in plaid and join the fun. Donations and pet food contributions will benefit Halifax Humane Society.

A Celebration 15 Years Strong

Voted “Best Local Event” in the News-Journal Readers’ Choice and recognized by the Daytona Beach Area Visitors Bureau as a visitors’ favorite, the Ormond Beach Celtic Festival continues to grow, nearly doubling Celtic food offerings this year and expanding cultural experiences throughout the grounds.