Preserving
​Irish Culture
in the Mohawk Valley

We're the Mohawk Valley branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, and we're working to preserve Irish culture in the Utica/Rome area of upstate New York through performances, sessions, classes and other events. 

We offer year-round opportunities to experience Irish music, dance, history, storytelling, poetry, literature, and the Irish language. Everyone is welcome! 

Join us on Facebook, YouTube, and Pinterest by clicking the buttons below. We share lots of interesting photos, videos and Irish info there. (But don't click the blue button. It's just the price we pay for not paying for the buttons!)

If you love to kick up your heels to a jig, sing a lilting song, or rosin up your bow for a frolic on the fiddle, you'll love being a member of Craobh Dugan.​ We have two monthly sessions in Utica and Oriskany. Everyone who plays a musical instrument usually associated with Irish music is encouraged to play with us. Click the button above to find out all the details.

​Even if you don't play an instrument yourself, you'll have plenty of opportunities to sit back and enjoy traditional Irish music as authentic as anything you could hear in Ireland. Check out our calendar to see where we're playing. You'll find us at pubs, libraries, festivals, and nursing homes throughout the Mohawk Valley from Utica to Rome and beyond.

​Do you think we'd be a perfect fit for your meeting, event or pub? Contact us to find out if we're available to perform for you and your clan.

The Irish and The Erie

An original program written by Mike Hoke and performed by Craobh Dugan
to celebrate the 200th anniversary of "Clinton's Ditch"

The Irish and the Erie tells the story of how Irish immigrants helped to build the Erie Canal. With tunes, songs, stories and humor, it's a one-hour show sure to delight you. 

Are you planning events for your museum, library, or other organization in Central New York? You can book this performance for your venue.

 Our new CD - The Irish and The Erie  - is now available! Click the CD cover above to read about the project and those historic characters on the cover. You can also buy a copy of the CD by clicking the button below. CDs are $15 and digital downloads are $10. All proceeds go toward Craobh Dugan's efforts to promote Irish culture. Thank you for your support!

Have a listen to a typical Craobh Dugan Seisiún

Want to learn a few of our tunes and sets before joining in? Click the button below to access our extensive tune book.
You can find out more about where and when the sessions are and some tips on session etiquette on our Activities Page.

Craobh Dugan Tune Book