Jigs, Reels & Ballads
This energetic and fast-paced dance is a staple at Irish céilí events, typically performed with a set of four or more dancers.
What is a jig
This Irish sport, a mix of soccer and rugby, involves a round ball and a lot of running.
What is Gaelic football
This Irish phrase translates to “cheers” or “good health.”
What is "Sláinte"
This U.S. city is famous for dyeing its river green every St. Patrick’s Day.
What is Chicago
This famous Irish actor starred in Taken, Schindler’s List, and Batman Begins.
Who is Liam Neeson
This type of Irish dance is known for its rapid leg and foot movements, often performed in competitions.
What is Irish stepdance
This Irish sport involves a small ball and a curved stick, and it is played in fields across the country.
What is hurling
Someone who is “acting the maggot” is doing this.
What is “messing around” or “causing trouble”?
Leprechauns are said to be expert craftsmen, known for creating these, which they are often depicted as hiding in their pots of gold.
What are shoes (the invite was literally a clue, you FOOLS)
This Irish singer gained worldwide fame with his hit song "Take Me to Church."
Who is Hozier
This famous Irish band, known for their folk and rock fusion, includes members like Bono and The Edge.
Who is U2
In Gaelic football, this is the maximum number of points a player can score in one shot if they kick the ball into the net.
What is three points
If someone calls you a “gobshite,” they don’t think very highly of you. It’s a slang word for this.
What is “a fool”
The cereal Lucky Charms was introduced by this Minnesota-based company in 1964, featuring its signature marshmallow shapes.
What is General Mills
This famous Irish poet, best known for The Tower, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. Kate and Zach had to recite his poetry for class.
Who is W.B. Yeats
This traditional Irish folk instrument is often used to play melodies in Irish music.
What is the fiddle
Ireland native, Katie Taylor, won an Olympic gold medal in this combat sport at the 2012 London Games.
What is boxing
In Ireland, if someone is “on the lash,” they are likely doing this.
What is “going out drinking”
According to Irish folklore, if you catch a leprechaun, he will offer you this in exchange for his release.
What is three wishes
This Irish actor starred in the hit series Peaky Blinders and plays Tommy Shelby.
Who is Cillian Murphy
This iconic 1994 stage production, featuring fast-paced Irish stepdancing, brought traditional Irish dance to a global audience.
What is Riverdance
Ireland made its first FIFA World Cup appearance in this year, reaching the quarter-finals in a dramatic tournament run.
What is 1990
If an Irish person says “I’m knackered,” it means they feel this way.
What is “exhausted” or “very tired”
This U.S. city was the first to introduce the Shamrock Shake, making it a regional favorite before its nationwide expansion.
What is Chicago
This Irish actress won an Academy Award for her role in Brooklyn and starred in Lady Bird.
Who is Saoirse Ronan