HELP UKRAINIAN REFUGEES - The Self Reliance Association of Chicago has partnered with Scythian to help incoming Ukrainian Refugees. Thanks to a matching grant,  200% of all digital downloads (all 16 albums) through their Shopify page now, through Christmas, Dec. 25th, 2023, will go to aid Ukrainian refugees. You can learn more about the initiative by clicking here. Please spread the word to all your friends and help open doors for these poor war-torn refugees. 

Washington D.C.'s most energetic and eclectic band.”

— The Washington Post

Scythian has reinvented folk rock in America.”

— iHeart Radio

Upcoming Shows

Previous events

Iowa Irish Fest Main Stage

Waterloo IA

We'll be back at Iowa Irish Fest for one night of mayhem taking the Main Stage just before Red Hot Chili Pipers before making the overnight drive to Dublin Irish Fest. This year's lineup may just be the best to date and we hope you make the trek to see the star-studded lineup.

Dayton Celtic Fest

Riverscape Metro Park, Dayton OH, OH

After 2 years of waiting we're finally back in action! It finally feels like summer when we can say we're back at one of our favorite festivals on the planet! This free family friendly fest draws over 50,000 people every year and the outdoor circus tent along the river's age makes for the perfect setting for this fest which features Scythian, Gaelic Storm, Socks in the Frying Pan, The Fitzgeralds, Drowsy Lads and more!

Dayton Celtic Fest (2 Sets)

Riverscape Metro Park, Dayton OH, OH

After 2 years of waiting we're finally back in action! It finally feels like summer when we can say we're back at one of our favorite festivals on the planet! This free family friendly fest draws over 50,000 people every year and the outdoor circus tent along the river's age makes for the perfect setting for this fest which features Scythian, Gaelic Storm, Socks in the Frying Pan, The Fitzgeralds, Drowsy Lads and more!

Dayton Celtic Fest

Riverscape Metro Park, Dayton OH

After 2 years of waiting we're finally back in action! It finally feels like summer when we can say we're back at one of our favorite festivals on the planet! This free family friendly fest draws over 50,000 people every year and the outdoor circus tent along the river's age makes for the perfect setting for this fest which features Scythian, Gaelic Storm, Socks in the Frying Pan, The Fitzgeralds, Drowsy Lads and more!

Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival

Walsh Farm, Oak Hill NY

Del McCourey, Steve Earle, Bela Fleck, Sam Bush, Yonder Mountain String Band, The Steel Drivers, Steep Canyon Rangers, Natalie MacMaster, Dustbowl Revival, We Banjo 3 and a mess of other incredible musicians will all converge on Walsh Farm in Oak Hill NY for the northeast's premier Bluegrass Festival! Yours truly will be bringing the thunder in the dance tent on Thursday night to kick things off. This one is definitely worth traveling and camping at!

Arrowbrook Center Park

2351 Field Point Road, Herndon VA

FREE SHOW! Scythian returns to Arrowbrook Center Park where they will give a free show. For those who came last year, despite the threatening storms, you know that the beautiful astro-turf makes it a great place to set out a lawn chair and come for a great night of music! Bring a blanket and picnic and enjoy wine and beverages sold on site.

This FREE all ages event is hosted by the Ashe County chamber of commerce and they're pulling out all the stops. Last year 2,500 people showed up to the first ever Ashe Bash and this year they're bringing in Nashville's ARBO! Top notch production, food trucks and a stunning mountain setting make it a worthy getaway for all Scythian fans. Mark you calendars and see you at The Coolest Corner!

FREE!

Garth Newel Center

403 Garth Newel Ln, Hot Springs VA

A most unusual gig in a most gorgeous setting! Scythian is honored to kick of Garth Newel Center's Summer Season with their show titled "American Made." Located in scenic Hot Springs VA, just down the street from a 5-Star early 1900s resort, the Garth Newel Center is known for it's classical music and their string quartet. Somehow they caught wind of Scythian and this will be our third time at this amazing venue. We hope you can make a weekend of it and enjoy the clean mountain air of Hot Springs and perhaps get High Tea or enjoy cocktails on the sprawling porch at the resort down the street. Doors at 6pm and a delicious dinner will be available. ALL AGES.

Celtic Fling Kickoff Concert

Mt Hope Estate and Winery, Manheim PA

Man-o-man are we excited to announce this one! After never missing a Fling for over a decade, we haven't visited these hallowed halls in six years! We hope our many friends come from far and wide to kick-off the fling with a night of thunder! A Scythian-Kilmaine Saints 1-2 punch will be sure to jump-start your Fling Weekend like never before!

Riverside Folk Festival w/ARBO

Chicago IL

Don't miss this afternoon at Cantigny Park from 1:00pm - 7:00pm on June 18th featuring Brother-Bands Scythian and ARBO. All proceeds benefit a scholarship fund for boys and girls who wish to attend Riverside’s Imaginative Learning programs. Riverside is a 501(c)(3) organization, and all contributions are tax-deductible.

Scythian in INDY! w/ARBO

Indiana History Center, Indianapolis IN

Indy Irish Fest is hosting a special night of music with your's truly and ARBO on Friday, June 17th! The Indiana History Center will play host to the show and seating is limited so we encourage you to get your tickets in advance! ARBO is out of Nashville and their Cajun-Celtic combo will be sure to warm you up for a rowdy Scythian show!

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