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The CelticMFF

Christmas
Edition

2026

Festivals. Music. Film. Traditions. Travel. Gifts. The Celtic world at the most magical time of year.

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Traditions That Bring Us Home

There is something about Christmas that makes us look both backward and homeward - to the traditions we inherited, the people who taught them to us, and the places that still feel like ours no matter how far away they may be.

In this edition, we celebrate the music, stories, and communities that keep Celtic traditions alive, and the new ones being created around the world.

Laureen MacBradaigh
Laureen MacBradaigh, Publisher
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Irish Christmas in America

Homecomings, heartache and hope - how Irish traditions took root, adapted and still light up communities across the United States.

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Celtic Christmas in the Six Nations

From candles and choirs to songs, stories and winter festivals, a journey through six unique traditions.

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Celtic Christmas in Japan

How Irish music found a home in Japan - and the festivals, people and places keeping it alive.

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People & Stories Musicians. Makers. Filmmakers. Authors. Tradition bearers.

From the Publisher · Christmas Edition 2026

Traditions That Bring Us Home

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There is something about Christmas that makes us look both backward and homeward - to the traditions we inherited, the people who taught them to us, and the places that still feel like ours no matter how far away they may be.

In this edition, we celebrate the music, stories, and communities that keep Celtic traditions alive, and the new ones being created around the world.

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Laureen MacBradaigh
Laureen MacBradaigh, Publisher
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