The Irish Outreach Center

09/04/2026

Mark your calendars, it's Irish Heritage Night at Snapdragon Stadium with San Diego FC on Sunday, Sept. 13th!

Watch an exciting football match as SDFC take on Philadelphia Union! We are kicking things off with a pre-game meet up at 4:00 PM before the game starts at 6:00 PM. Meet us in the yellow lot and look out for our flag! Join the Irish community for some "socializing" and good craic before the game starts!

Purchase your ticket here to receive a special Irish Heritage SDFC scarf!

https://am.ticketmaster.com/sandiegofc/buy/virtual-venue/NlNEMDkxMw==?promoCode=SVJJU0hIRVJJVEFHRQ==

09/02/2026

Are you interested in getting your Irish passport or Foreign Birth Registration? Here's what you need to know! 🇮🇪

One of our many services that we offer at the Irish Outreach Center is assistance with Irish passports and Irish citizenship -Foreign Birth Registration applications.

Call 619-291-1630 or email [email protected] to ask questions or make an appointment!

08/28/2026

Dive into September's festivities! Take a look at our September newsletter to see what's happening in the Irish community this month.

We also want to wish everyone a happy and relaxing Labor Day! In observance of the holiday our office will be closed on Monday, September 7th.

https://conta.cc/4y3RCCV

Email from The Irish Outreach Center Dive into September's Irish Events and Community News!   Welcome to our September Newsletter! Take a look at what’s happening in the San Diego Irish community this

08/26/2026

September is almost here and we have three exciting events coming up!

🎫 Blindfold Monks Concert Fundraiser

This upcoming holiday weekend on Saturday, September 5th from 4-7 PM come down to the Ould Sod for an afternoon of high-energy live music brought to you by the Blindfold Monks. We will also have a raffle and live auction all in support of The Irish Outreach Center.

☘️ Olde Fashioned Irish Wake & Half Way to St. Patrick's Day Party

Join us Saturday, September 12th 5-8 PM for a special evening brought to you by the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, San Diego County. Enjoy Irish music featuring award-winning Irish singer Máirtín de Cógáin, stories, eulogies, a raffle, and drink specials as we remember those we’ve lost and celebrate our Irish community. This event supports our center and our beloved Irish You A Merry Christmas charitable event.

⚽️ SDFC Irish Heritage Night

Come support our local football club on Irish heritage night Sunday, September 13th at 6 PM. Receive a special Irish heritage SDFC scarf with your ticket and represent the San Diego Irish community through the link in bio! Stay tuned for more details on the pre-game meetup!

We cant wait to see you there! 💫

08/18/2026

This past Friday, we participated in the annual Sharp Multicultural & Diversity Community Fair, where we showcased the richness of Irish culture and the importance of community!

08/17/2026

🎸☘️ The Young Dubliners are coming to town! ☘️🎸

Catch the Young Dubliners live this Thursday, August 20th from 7–9 PM! After 30+ years of high-energy shows, the iconic Celtic rock band are bringing their signature blend of Irish and rock music to the stage at California Center for the Arts, Escondido, with Ass Pocket Whiskey Fellas opening the show.

🎟️ GIVEAWAY! We’re giving away a pair of tickets to the show!

To enter, email [email protected] with your name and contact information by Wednesday, August 19th at 10 AM. Good luck! ☘️

https://artcenter.org/event/the-young-dubliners/

08/06/2026

Join us on Saturday, September 5th for an afternoon of live music supporting the Irish Outreach Center.

Blindfold Monks bring their high-energy blend of traditional Irish and punk spirit to the stage, featuring Galway-man David Lally (of Brehon Law with Ned Giblin), Flogging Molly’s Matt Hensley, and other top-class musicians. Blindfold Monks deliver a powerful sound full of stories, melodies and unforgettable tunes.

4–7 PM
The Ould Sod
3373 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA
21+ Only

☘️$20 suggested donation at the door
🎟Live auction and raffle

Come raise a glass, bring your friends, and enjoy an afternoon where Irish trad and community come together for a great cause.

08/03/2026

Not only did the bring home the win on Saturday but the Irish Heritage Night at The Padres was a huge success! 🇮🇪⚾️☘️

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us, performed, and helped make the day such a success. From the pregame meetup at The Field Irish Pub and march to the ballpark to the music and dance performances in Gallagher Square, it was a wonderful celebration of Irish culture and community.

A special thank you to our collaborators Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, San Diego County and San Diego Padres for their partnership and support in making this event possible. We are also grateful to the San Diego Firefighters Emerald Society Pipes And Drums, The Shams, Clan Rince School of Irish Dance, Malone Academy of Irish Dance, Máirtín de Cógáin, SDFD Station 4, Brian Quinn, Mick Ward, and everyone who contributed their time and talents.

We can’t wait to do it again next year! Sláinte! 💚💛🤎

07/30/2026

Our August newsletter is out now! Special shoutout to our staff member Pauline this week! 💚❤️

https://conta.cc/4wj609r

Email from The Irish Outreach Center Get Ready for Upcoming Irish Events!   Welcome to our August Newsletter! This month is full of opportunities to connect with the Irish community and get some impor

07/27/2026

5 days till Irish Heritage Night at the Padres! ⚾️🇮🇪☘️

Join us for a pregame meetup at 1:00 PM at The Field Irish Pub before marching to the ballpark behind a San Diego Fire Engine, county flags, and the Emerald Society Pipes & Drums.

Then head to Gallagher Square from 4:00–5:00 PM for Irish music featuring The Shams and dance performances by Clan Rince School of Irish Dance, The Malone Academy of Irish Dance, before the game. Máirtín de Cógáin will perform the U.S. National Anthem, and Brian Quinn will throw out the first pitch.

🎟️ Use the bellow to sit with the Irish community, receive the exclusive Irish-themed hat, and support the Irish Outreach Center!

https://www.gofevo.com/event/ihc2026