There are no strangers here, only friends who have not met.
Welcome to the House of Ireland, a member of the House of Pacific Relations International Cottages in Balboa Park, San Diego, California. Join us each weekend as we celebrate the rich culture of the Emerald Isle.
Upcoming Events
Comhaltas Bodhrán Circle
Thursday June 12th, 2025 ~ 6:00PM-8:00PM
Taught by Brian Grady. Sponsored by Comhaltas San Diego. Come learn to play the Irish drum in this fun and easyclass. Drum along to live traditional tunes! Bodhráns are provided. Suggested donation is $10.
Comhaltas Whistle Club
Saturday June 14th, 2025 ~ 10:00AM-11:00AM
Taught by Quin Herron. Hosted by Comhaltas San Diego. If you’re interested in learning more about the Irish whistle or Irish Traditional Music in general, come check out this informal gathering. Free and open to all ages, donations gratefully accepted.
Cottage Open - Saturday Hosting
Saturday June 14th, 2025 ~ 11:00AM-4:00PM
Stop in on Saturday for one of our free drop-in classes, or just to experience a little corner of Ireland!
Irish Knitting Class
Saturday June 14th, 2025 ~ 12:00PM-3:00PM
Taught by Erin Ratelle. Classes are free. Advanced knitters will be on hand with demonstration materials to teach beginning techniques, but knitters of all levels are also encouraged to bring their own projects. Our resident "knit-wits" look forward to seeing you and sharing the joy of Irish Knitting!
Comhaltas Tune Learning Session
Sunday June 15th, 2025 ~ 9:30AM-10:30AM
Taught by Judy Carlstrom. Hosted by Comhaltas San Diego. If you've ever been interested in playing at an Irish music session, this is the place to start. Tunes are taught at a slow pace and sheet music is provided. Prior experience with your instrument is a must. For more information contact comhaltas.sandiego@gmail.com.
All-Level Irish Music Session
Sunday June 15th, 2025 ~ 10:30AM-12:00PM
Every Sunday morning, there is an open Irish music session at the House of Ireland in Balboa Park. Players of all levels are welcome to participate. Players must bring their own instruments.
Cottage Open - Sunday Hosting
Sunday June 15th, 2025 ~ 11:00AM-4:00PM
Experience a bit of Irish hospitality. Stop in for a cup of Irish tea and a slice of soda bread while enjoying traditional Irish music and dance or joining in for some classic Irish songs.
Irish Dancing
Sunday June 15th, 2025 ~ 12:30PM-2:00PM
All Irish step dancers are invited to perform their favorite steps at the cottage to live music. Visitors can enjoy watching the dancing, or join in for a ceili dance.