Just some of the events taking place to mark St Brigid's Day, Lá Fhéile Bríde, the celebration of Ireland's female patron saint and the first day of Spring - the ancient festival of Imbolc.
St Brigid also had links with Britain, read all about this history and see more events on the Irish Embassy of Ireland's website HERE.
Manchester
St Brigid’s Day 2026 Celebration with St Brigid’s Arms Project and the Consulate General of Ireland, Manchester with music and craft making.
Sunday 8 February, 12-3pm Stretford Public Hall
Luton Irish Forum
Don't miss the legendary Luton Irish Forum St Brigid's afternoon tea
Venue 360 - The Riverside, Luton
Saturday 31 January 2026, 12 - 4pm
Irish Cultural Centre
On Sunday 1 Feb, the Irish Cultural Centre presents St. Brigid’s Concert: The Friel Sisters
Doors: 7pm; Starts: 7.30pm
Tickets: £16/£14 (concessions)
Full details HERE. Find out about other St Brigid's events at the Centre HERE.
Events across Scotland
This year in Scotland there are a number of events taking place that celebrate Brigid, and the creativity and contributions of Irish women.
Edinburgh
Oíche Fhéile Bhríde - Celebrating Brigid in Edinburgh
The Salisbury Centre
29 January from 5-7pm
Glasgow
Céilí Oíche Fhéile Bhríd / St Brigid's Night Céilí
Christ the King Church Hall
A great Glasgow Irish night of traditional music, dancing & songs and the making of St Brigid Crosses
Saturday 31 January 2026, from 7:30pm
Celebrating St Brigid's Day
An evening of Celtic sisters celebrating femininity and creativity.
Glasgow City Chambers
Monday Feb 2 from 6pm to 8pm
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Coventry Irish Society
This is popular event and we've reached capacity.
If you would like to be on the waiting list / stay on for the Ciorcal Comhrá after the Workshop, please email us on cis@covirishsoc.org.uk and we will contact you if a space becomes available. Thank you!
Liverpool Irish Centre
St Brigid’s Day – A Day of Culture at Liverpool Irish Centre
Join us on Sunday 1 February for a warm and welcoming celebration of St Brigid’s Day, honouring Irish culture, creativity and community.
Drop in throughout the afternoon and enjoy a rich programme of events for all ages.
York Irish Association
Join the York Irish celebration with music, folklore and story telling, and making St Brigid's Crosses!
2-6pm Saturday 31 January
Clements Hall, York YO23 1BW
If you'd like your event listed here please email comms@irishinbritain.org
Find out more about St Brigid's Day HERE
Watch a video on how to make St Brigid's Cross HERE.