Summer camps!
Step Into Summer with Irish Dance! 🌟
Join us for our high-energy Irish Dance Summer Camps—designed for brand-new dancers and current beginners! With upbeat music, exciting movement, and tons of fun, it's the perfect way to explore something new or build confidence before the season begins. ☘️
➡️ Spots are limited—register now and learn more!
Welcome to McGovern Irish Dance!
At McGovern Irish Dance, we are proud to train dancers from age 2 to 102, fostering a love for Irish culture, building confidence, and developing champions.
"Our focus is on creating a strong foundation in Irish dance skills, technique, and culture. Through competitive opportunities, group performances, and cultural events, we strive to give every dancer a well-rounded experience.
Home to national, regional, and even world champions.
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Performances
Catch Us Live This JULY!
Summer Performances Are Here! Catch McGovern Irish Dance LIVE This July! ☘️
It’s performance season at McGovern Irish Dance—and we’re bringing the rhythm, joy, and magic of Irish dance to some of the region’s most exciting summer events! Mark your calendars and come cheer on our dancers at these fantastic July showcases:
Celtic Crush at Brixx Ice House
📅 Tuesday, July 15 | 🕕 6:00–6:30 PM
📍 Brixx Ice Company, Dayton, OH
Join us for a lively Irish dance performance in support of the Dayton Celtic Festival! Enjoy great food, Irish flair, and help support Dayton’s best (and FREE!) festival—just write “Dayton Celtic Fest” on your check and a portion will be donated. Come for the fun, stay for the rhythm!
👉 Event Info
Dayton Celtic Festival
📅 July 25–27 | 📍 Riverscape MetroPark | Emerald Isle Stage
Don't miss one of the biggest celebrations of Irish culture in the Midwest! Catch our talented dancers performing all weekend long:
Friday, July 25: 7:00–7:30 PM (DARBT 6:30)
Saturday, July 26: 4:40–5:10 PM (DARBT 4:10)
Sunday, July 27: 12:00–12:30 PM (DARBT 11:30)
💫 From dazzling costumes to high-energy footwork, it’s an experience for the whole family!
🎟️ Admission is FREE all weekend!
👉 Festival Info
Art in the City – Downtown Dayton
📅 Saturday, August 2 | 🕐 1:00–7:00 PM | ⏰ Performance time TBA
This citywide celebration of visual and performing arts lights up Dayton with music, dance, and creativity. McGovern dancers will take the stage with flair—stay tuned for our exact performance time!
👉 Event Info
✨ Come See Us Dance!
These events are perfect for families, fans, and future dancers. Bring your friends, grab your camera, and celebrate the joy of Irish dance with the McGovern Irish Dance community.
Let’s make this summer unforgettable—we can’t wait to see you there!
Friendships & Community
"More than just a dance school, McGovern is a place where lifelong friendships are formed. Through shared experiences, students build bonds that extend beyond the studio, from performances to competitions and beyond
Competitive & Performance Opportunities
"More than just a dance school, McGovern is a place where lifelong friendships are formed. Through shared experiences, students build bonds that extend beyond the studio, from performances to competitions and beyond
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