Bendigo Irish Dancers

24/10/2026

A wonderful day for our Bendigo Irish dancers who travelled to perform at the Geelong Highland Games & Celtic Festival alongside other dancers from O’Shea Ryan Academy of Irish Dance!

A lovely day was had by all, even braving the cold rainy weather in the morning. ☘️

18/10/2026

We were privileged to be invited to perform today at the Central Victorian Irish Association Inc. launch of the Memorial Irish Harp commemorating the Irish contribution to our town of Bendigo and also celebrating the influence of the Irish imigrants on our great nation.

17/10/2026

Some of our Bendigo Irish dancers will be travelling for this exciting event in Geelong!! ☘️ Geelong Highland Games & Celtic Festival. We can’t wait!!

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! JUST ONE WEEK TO GO!
Saturday 24 October | Bannockburn

This time next week, we’ll be transported to the Highlands!

Join us from 9am until our spectacular 4pm closing ceremony featuring massed bands for a full day of Scottish tradition, Celtic culture, incredible entertainment including:
· IHGF Australian National Heavy Games Championships Highland Muscle
· Scottish & Celtic Dance Displays – enjoy the incredible talents of local and Victorian dancers
· Rob's British Butchers Victorian Haggis Hurling Championships – registrations now open to everyone - link in bio
· Massed Pipes & Drums – Pipe bands from across Victoria, plus piping demonstrations
· Traditional Folk Music Stage – High energy Celtic bands and acoustic performers to get your toes tapping!
· Highland Regimental Broadsword Demonstrations & Workshops with Barwon Academy of Arms
· Clan Village & Genealogy Tents – Explore your Scottish roots and connect with your heritage.
· Highland Coos – come and meet Seymour and Callum from Lilie a'Ghlinne Highlands
· Food Trucks & Artisan Market Stalls – Delicious eats and unique finds

From the thunder of the pipes to the thrill of the heavy games, the energy of the dancers and the excitement of the haggis hurling topped of with a big hairy Highland Coo cuddle, there’s something for everyone!

Purchase your tickets online now at geelonghighlandgames.au

- Online Tickets: Adults $15, Concession $10, Kids under 16 FREE
- At the Gate (no cash): Adults $17, Concession $12, Kids under 16 FREE

See you all next week!

11/10/2026

Congratulations to all our dancers on another incredible end of year concert!! Here’s a sneak peak of some photos ☘️☘️☘️

Thank you to everyone involved in making yesterday’s concert such a success!!

09/10/2026

Today’s the day!!! We are looking forward to bringing you…..CELTIC DREAM ☘️🤍🧡

It’s not too late to grab tickets if you haven’t already ☘️

https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/celtic-dream-1637557

Journey with us across the beautiful landscapes of Ireland and across the Celtic shores, where our dancers bring to life stories of tradition, friendship, music and celebration.

Presented by the Bendigo Irish Dancers of O’Shea Ryan Academy of Irish Dance, featuring special highland dance performances by Glenbrae Celtic Dancers Inc, alongside live celtic musicians, including Sue Foley from the Bhantre. Celtic Dream promises an unforgettable performance of music, dance, friendship and Celtic magic.

Come journey with us, where music, dance and friendship bring the Celtic dream to life…

Kindly sponsored by the Brougham Arms Irish Pub ☘️ 🇮🇪 and the Central Victorian Irish Association Inc. ☘️🇮🇪

Hosted by VCC.Victorychristiancollege 🧡

05/10/2026

🍀🎶 A little taste of Celtic Dream on the radio! 🎶🍀

We were so excited to join KLFM’s “A Drop of Irish” tonight for a chat about our upcoming concert, Celtic Dream! ☘️✨

We talked all things Irish dancing, Celtic music, our wonderful dancers and what audiences can expect when we take the stage this Saturday. 💚

A huge thank you to KLFM for having us and helping us spread the word about what promises to be a very special afternoon of music and dance.

We can’t wait to bring Celtic Dream to life! 🌟

☘️ Celtic Dream ☘️
📅 Saturday 10 October 3pm
📍VCC.Victorychristiancollege 6 Kairn Rd, Strathdale
🍀 O’Shea Ryan Academy of Irish Dance Bendigo
🎶 Featuring Highland dancers from Glenbrae Celtic Dancers Inc, live Celtic musicians Sue Foley (from the Bhantre) & friends, and our amazing Irish dancers!

It’s not too late to grab your tickets:

https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/celtic-dream-1637557

See you there! 💚☘️✨



KLFM Bendigo

04/10/2026

Our Irish dancers enjoyed performing this afternoon at the Strathfieldsaye Spring Fling ☘️💛🌼

Thank you to everyone who came down and watched! What a fantastic event it was!

01/10/2026

🧡🤍☘️CELTIC DREAM ☘️🤍🧡

Journey with us across the beautiful landscapes of Ireland and across the Celtic shores, where our dancers bring to life stories of tradition, friendship, music and celebration.

Presented by the Bendigo Irish Dancers of O’Shea Ryan Academy of Irish Dance, featuring special highland dance performances by Glenbrae Celtic Dancers Inc, alongside live Celtic musicians, including Sue Foley from the Bhantre. Celtic Dream promises an unforgettable performance of music, dance, friendship and Celtic magic.
Come journey with us, where music, dance and friendship bring the Celtic dream to life…

https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/celtic-dream-1637557

Kindly sponsored by:
Brougham Arms ☘️ 🇮🇪
Central Victorian Irish Association Inc. ☘️🇮🇪

Hosted by VCC.victorychristiancollege 🧡

Bendigo Branch of the O’Shea Ryan Academy of Irish Dance ☘️
Traditional, Recreational, Performance-Based and Non-Competitive ☘️
Classes for ages 4 years & over, including adults ☘️
Est. in Bendigo in 1947 ☘️
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