BNA Partners with the Irish Network Nashville for St. Patrick’s Day Performances

Nashville International Airport® (BNA®) and Irish Network Nashville (INN) are proud to host a vibrant weekend of cultural celebrations in anticipation of Aer Lingus’ highly awaited inaugural flight to Dublin this spring. This special lineup of events, leading up to St. Patrick’s Day, will showcase the deep-rooted Irish heritage and growing connections between Nashville and Ireland.

Adding to the excitement, members of the Aer Lingus team will be on-site to greet passengers, share exclusive giveaways, and celebrate this new chapter in international travel for Music City.

Media are invited to capture the excitement and energy of these performances during the following times.

Event Schedule

· Friday, March 14
o Southern Irish Dance | 3 – 4 p.m.
o Meet and Greet with the Aer Lingus Team and Irish Network Nashville

· Saturday, March 15
o Craig Duncan’s Celtic Trio | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
o Josh Culley Duo | 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

· Monday, March 17
o Josh O’Keefe | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
o The Sternwheelers | Noon – 1:30 p.m.
o Scott-Ellis School of Irish Dance | 3 – 5 p.m.

All performances are free and open to the public at the C/D Exit Stage near Green Beans Coffee Co.

This new nonstop route marks a pivotal milestone, offering Nashville travelers direct access to Dublin while further strengthening the cultural and economic ties between the two cities. The inaugural flight is set for April 12, opening the door to expanded opportunities for tourism, business, and global connectivity.