I loved my experience at the Irish Dance Party. I wanted to see some traditional dancing but was a little turned off by the dinner show kinds of experiences. The dance party is just that, a party. It's very interactive, so plan to get to your feet. Our singer and MC Jim was incredible and taught us several sing a long songs, and even offered to hold my camera for me while I was learning the steps of the dances so that I didn't miss out on joining in.
The dancers themselves are wildly impressive, demonstrating for us several dances, then teaching us the steps to some of the approachable ones, then putting on the tunes so we could all dance.
I've done a few things on this trip that were incredibly touristy but I'm so glad I did. read more