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Hudson Celtic Festival 2026: A Week of Irish Music, Food & Celebration March 14–21

  • Last Updated February 20th, 2026

The Hudson Celtic Festival brings a full week of Irish music, food, and celebration to the village — all leading up to the iconic Saint Patrick’s Day Parade.

Presented by the Soulanges Irish Society, the festival celebrates Irish heritage while bringing the entire Vaudreuil-Soulanges community together in a spirit of inclusion and generosity.

The highlight of the week? 👉 The Hudson Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on March 21 at 1 pm.

Whether you’re enjoying live Celtic music at a local pub, raising a glass with friends, or cheering as the parade rolls down Main Street, the Hudson Celtic Festival is a chance to celebrate heritage while supporting local businesses and community causes.

Plan your week, wear your green, and join the celebration.

2026 Festival Schedule

Tuesday, March 17

St. Patrick’s Day Festivities
Dukes & Devine’s – Vaudreuil | 7:00 pm

Wednesday, March 18

Brew & Tunes
Microbrasserie Cardinal – Hudson | 7:00 pm
Featuring music by Stew and Alice

Thursday, March 19

Irish Stew & Laughs
Embers Restaurant – Hudson | 6:30 pm
Featuring music by Tim Walsh Duet

Friday, March 20

Classic Celtic Tunes & Food
Kingfisher Pub – Hudson | 6:30 pm
Featuring music by Life of Riley

Saturday, March 21

Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
Hudson Main Street | 1:00 pm

More Than a Festival

The Soulanges Irish Society is also the official organizer of:

  • Hudson’s annual Christmas Parade
  • The Grand Marshal’s Roast & Toast
  • The Festival Royal Gala
  • Community events throughout the year

As a membership-based organization, SIS welcomes everyone who wishes to take part in celebrating Irish culture in the region.

    Pictured: Stew and Alice are among the bands performing during the 2026 Hudson Celtic Festival Week.

    In case you're wondering ...

    Most stores and restaurants have their own parking lots, but there are also several public parking areas: 

    • The snow dump off Wharf Road
    • City Hall (Main & Cedar)
    • Selkirk &. Main
    • Across from St. Thomas Church on Main Road, near McNaughten 

    Street parking is also permitted in many areas adjacent to the village. 

    Hudson is served by the Exo train to Montreal (limited service) and a bus. 

    EXO1: Vaudreuil-Hudson

    There is one daily train departure and one arrival in Hudson every weekday at:
    30, rue Wharf, Hudson

    Departures for other Vaudreuil-Dorion trains at:
    555, rue Boileau, Vaudreuil-Dorion

    EXO La Presqu’île sector

    exo – Line 21: Gare Vaudreuil/Hudson/St-Charles

    • Public transit to Vaudreuil train station
    • OPUS card accepted
    • Air-conditioned buses, some equipped with bike racks
    • Transfers between several bus lines at the station and connections to Vaudreuil, L’Île-Perrot, Pincourt, Rigaud and Saint-Lazare.
    • Passengers can also transfer to CIT du Sud-Ouest buses (Salaberry-de-Valleyfield) at the Vaudreuil station
    • Express service to various destinations on the Island of Montréal: Côte-Vertu metro, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue (including CEGEP John-Abbott), CEGEP Gérald-Godin and near the STM bus terminal in Pointe-Claire

    Yes, you can book a hotel room right in the heart of Hudson at the Maison Rose B&B at 471 Main Road. 

    Yes, most restaurants in Hudson offer some vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free options. 

    Yes, Hudson businesses are happy to serve customers in either French or English.

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