The Irish in Charlotte, NC

Welcome to the Charlotte Irish Connection (CIC) – the vibrant community that embraces all facets of Irish culture! With a rich history spanning over three decades, we have served as a second home for native Irish individuals and a bridge to Irish heritage for Irish-Americans. We extend a warm welcome to anyone who shares a fascination with Ireland, its people, and its captivating culture.

A great day of Irish Music at Tyber Creek Pub! Sponsored by Guinness!

We've been serving up creamy pints to the good people of Charlotte since 2001. Connolly's has been known for our friendly, quick service and creating a great atmosphere. It is a pl...

Born from the spirit of Irish pubs, where every stranger is a friend and every pint has a story, McHale’s brings that tradition to NoDa, blending Irish warmth with Charlotte’s creative energy. McHale’s is built on a simple idea: a true Irish pub should feel like home. This is the third McHale’s pub, with proud roots in South Carolina and now our first in North Carolina. Each pub carries the same DNA: cozy corners, friendly faces, and a pint poured the right way. We’re Irish-owned, Irish-first, and here to share that tradition with NoDa. From the welcome at the door to the last bite on your plate, our story is about bringing people together, just as Irish pubs have done for centuries.

In the warmth of its people and the joy of gathering together, this is a place where the spirit of Ireland lives. We are proud to share a little piece of Ireland with our Ballantyne community.

Rí Rá Irish Pub, 208 North Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202. Authentic Irish Pub & Restaurant. Interiors shipped directly from Pubs in Ireland.

The Workman's Friend is a popular Irish pub in Charlotte, North Carolina, known for its lively atmosphere, good food, and extensive drink menu featuring Irish and local beers. Located in the Plaza Midwood area, it offers classic pub fare like fish and chips and shepherd's pie, alongside other dishes, and is a frequent winner in local bar brackets. It's a popular spot for both locals and visitors, with an open-air bar and a vibrant scene, though it can get crowded and noisy during peak hours.

Our Goal is to SERVE, to CONNECT and to ELEVATE Irish Coaches in North America. Our Vision is to be the voice of Irish Coaches in North America. Our Core Values are COMMITMENT, RESPECT and GROWTH.

Katie Boyle is an Irish comedian living in New York City. Her favorite stand-up topics are her journey through American culture, dating, therapy and shame! She performed as a "New Face" in the 2023 Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, and was featured in NY Funniest showcase and New York Comedy Festival in 2022. Katie's debut album and special, I'll Do It Myself, was released through Pinch Records in summer of 2023. The album hit #1 on iTunes Comedy Charts and is currently available to stream on all major platforms. Her last special, Don't Tell, premiered last November.

Paul Howard is an Irish journalist, author and comedy writer. He is the creator of the character Ross O'Carroll-Kelly, a fictional Dublin 4 "rugby jock".

Sally Rooney is an Irish author. She is the author of the novels Conversations with Friends (2017), Normal People (2018), Beautiful World, Where Are You (2021), and Intermezzo (2024). The first two works were adapted into the television miniseries Normal People (2020) and Conversations with Friends (2022). Her bestselling novels have sold more than 6 million copies worldwide, have been translated into over 47 languages, and have garnered critical acclaim and commercial success. Literary commentators regard Rooney as one of the foremost millennial writers, and in 2022, Time named her among the 100 most influential people in the world.