Irish Organizations in Washington, DC

Digital Irish DC connects Irish and Irish-American professionals in the Washington, DC area who are shaping the future of technology, media, and entrepreneurship. Through networking events, speaker series, and community collaborations, the group fosters opportunities for innovation and cross-Atlantic connections. Whether you’re a startup founder, tech leader, or creative professional, Digital Irish DC provides a welcoming space to share ideas, grow careers, and celebrate Irish talent in the capital.

Welcome to Shift! ☘️ We have so much planned for this app in the coming months, and are delighted and humbled that you're along for the ride. You’re one of the first people in the world to have the app and we appreciate you being here in these early days. We recently launched Shift in the Washington DC area, because that's where we, the founders of Shift, Patrick and Paul, found each other. As we grow the community and the directory of Everything Irish, we're asking for your help. You can support your local Irish community by adding your favorite pubs, organizations, events and artists! We encourage you to share your best stories or memories tied to these places so others can discover them too. Most importantly, you can start inviting and connecting with Irish people near you as the community grows. So, let’s do this together. Invite your friends and family of course, and you can also add impromptu “get togethers” with these old and new friends that Shift helps you connect with. We’re so happy you’re here for the Shift app. This is going to be an adventure. Go raibh maith agaibh. Patrick, Paul, Darren, Vivienne and the whole team at Shift.

The Irish Network DC serves as the heart of the diverse Irish and Irish-American community in Washington, D.C. We embrace all connections to Ireland and serve as a conduit to collaboration between our communities both in Ireland and the United States.

The Northern Ireland Bureau North America fosters connections between Northern Ireland and North America, offering expertise in trade, investment, tourism, education, arts, and cultural exchange. As a diplomatic mission, we support economic prosperity and international engagement.

🎉 To celebrate annoucement of the Capital Film Festival in February, we're giving away two pairs of tickets to this Sunday's screening of WHITETAIL in the AFI Silver Spring! To be in with a chance of winning, simply LIKE (that the big heart up on top-right) Solas Nua. We'll let you know if you're a winner! 💚 Solas Nua is the leading Irish contemporary arts organization in the United States, based right in Washington, DC. With a name that means “new light” in Irish, they shine a spotlight on the freshest voices in Irish theater, film, literature, music, and visual arts. From immersive performances to film screenings and poetry nights, Solas Nua delivers bold, boundary-pushing work that celebrates modern Ireland. It’s where tradition meets innovation, and Irish culture gets a vibrant, 21st-century stage. Creative, daring, and distinctly Irish.

The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) is the oldest and largest Irish Catholic organization in the United States, with a proud history dating back to the mid-19th century. It is an Irish-American Catholic men’s fraternity, complemented by the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians (LAOH), working side by side in shared mission. The AOH is dedicated to charitable works that serve all people regardless of ethnicity, the advancement and preservation of the Catholic faith, and the celebration of Irish heritage and culture.

The Ballyshaners, Inc. is a vibrant 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to celebrating and preserving Irish culture through its renowned St. Patrick's Day Parade in Old Town, Alexandria, VA. With a rich history dating back to 1980, the Ballyshaners bring together Irish dancing, pipe bands, and local groups to honor and promote Irish heritage.

The Ireland Funds Washington, D.C. chapter connects policymakers, diplomats, and the Irish-American community in the capital. By promoting philanthropy and heritage-driven causes, it supports education, cultural diplomacy, and social equity across Ireland.

Our mission is to promote, preserve and celebrate our Irish Heritage in America. Sponsoring and participating in entertainment and cultural events in the DMV through the year.

IDTANA is the heartbeat of Irish dance across the continent, uniting certified teachers to preserve and promote this cherished art form. With a focus on education, competition, and cultural connection, the organization supports dancers from beginner jigs to championship reels. It hosts major events like the North American Irish Dance Championships and fosters excellence through rigorous standards. Rooted in tradition but always looking ahead, IDTANA keeps the spirit of Irish dance thriving. Graceful, global, and proudly Gaelic.

The Washington Ireland Program empowers emerging leaders from diverse backgrounds to foster peace and prosperity in Northern Ireland and Ireland through innovative programs and community engagement.

The US-Ireland Alliance is a proactive, non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to consolidating existing relations between the United States and the island of Ireland and building that relationship for the future. The organization connects current and emerging Irish and American leaders in various spheres—including education, politics, business and the arts—for the mutual benefit of both countries.