Sydney & Area

Dec 15

from $57

About

Celebrate the season with The Irish Descendants as the award-winning Newfoundland and Labrador folk group brings its beloved holiday concert to venues across Atlantic Canada in December 2026. Marking 36 years of music and tradition, the group returns with a festive performance filled with rich harmonies, spirited storytelling, and their unmistakable East Coast sound, led by longtime frontman Con O’Brien.

Audiences will enjoy an uplifting evening of Christmas songs, heartfelt stories, and traditional Newfoundland holiday spirit. Warm, lively, and full of seasonal charm, this concert is a holiday favourite that continues to delight generations of fans.

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