Bulldogs on the Road: Alumni & Friends Ireland Trip with the University A Cappella Choir 2026
Location
Ireland
May 13-23, 2026
Join us for an unforgettable 2026 Bulldogs on the Road: Alumni & Friends trip! We are travelling with the University A Cappella Choir to Ireland, where breathtaking landscapes, rich history and vibrant culture await! From the bustling streets of Dublin to the rugged Cliffs of Moher, the ancient wonders of the Rock of Cashel to the charming village of Killarney, this journey will immerse you in the magic of the Emerald Isle. Explore historic castles, experience traditional Irish music in lively pubs and take in the beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way. Whether reconnecting with old friends or making new ones, this adventure promises memories to last a lifetime!
Spaces on this trip are extremely limited, so reserve your spot today!
Click below to watch the meeting and learn more about the tour!Watch: IRELAND INFORMATIONAL ZOOM MEETING!
Final payment due by February 6, 2026. Please view the brochure for more information.VIEW THE TOUR BROCHURE! (PDF)
A Cappella Choir Tour Itinerary
May 13, 2026
Day 1: Depart Home for Dublin
May 14, 2026
Day 2: Arrive in Dublin
Trinity College, Book of Kells, St. Patrick's Cathedral
May 15, 2026
Day 3: Dublin
THOM Auditorium
- Tour North Dublin Coast and Malahide Castle
- Evening concert at St. Patricks's Cathedral
- Dinner with Alumni & Friends Group
May 16, 2026
Day 4: Dublin
- Free day in Dublin
- Evening concert at Holy Cross Church in Dundrum
May 17, 2026
Day 5: Transfer Dublin to Galway
- Walking tour of Galway
May 18, 2026
Day 6: Galway
- Tour to Connemara and Kylemore Abbey
- Evening concert at Saint Nicolas Church Galway City
May 19, 2026
Day 7: Tour to Cliffs of Moher
- Transfer onward to Killarney
May 20, 2026
Day 8: Tour to Dingle Peninsula
- Evening concert at Saint Mary's Church of Sloes in Killarney
May 21, 2026
Day 9: Killarney
- Day free in Killarney
- Evening concert at Tralee Siamsa Theatre
May 22, 2026
Day 10: Transfer to Dublin via Blarney Castle
- Continue to Dublin
- Merry Ploughboys farewell dinner and show
- Overnight in Dublin
May 23, 2026
Day 11: Depart Dublin
- Transfer to airport for return flight home
Support Opportunities Information
As we prepare for this unforgettable experience, we are deeply grateful for your prayers, financial support and encouragement. Your generosity and kindness make this trip possible, and we cannot thank you enough for being part of this journey with us. With your support, we look forward to representing Concordia, lifting our voices in praise and sharing God’s love across the world!
Alumni & Friends Tour
May 13, 2026
Day 1: Depart Home for Dublin
May 14, 2026
Day 2: Arrive in Dublin
- Afternoon is free to relax or rest after your trip
- Welcome dinner at a local resturant
- Overnight at the Iveagh Garden Hotel in Dublin
May 15, 2026
Day 3: Dublin
THOM Auditorium
- Full day tour in Dublin including Trinity College, the Book of Kells and the Guinness Storehouse
- Lunch included
- Evening concert at St. Patrick's Cathedral with Concordia University, Nebraska A Cappella Choir
- Group dinner with the choir
- Overnight at the Iveagh Garden Hotel in Dublin
May 16, 2026
Day 4: Dublin
- Free day in Dublin or join an Optional Tour to Belfast (additional cost)
- Dinner on your own
- Overnight at the Iveagh Garden Hotel in Dublin
May 17, 2026
Day 5: Depart Dublin and transfer to Killarney
- Stop at Blarney Castle en route
- Lunch and dinner included
- Overnight at the Killarney Plaza Hotel
May 18, 2026
Day 6: Killarney
- Full day tour of the Dingle Peninsula
- Lunch on your own
- Dinner included this evening
- Overnight at the Killarney Plaza Hotel
May 19, 2026
Day 7: Killarney
- Full day tour to the Gap of Dunloe
- Lunch included
- Dinner on your own
- Overnight at the Killarney Plaza Hotel
May 20, 2026
Day 8: Depart Killarney and transfer to Galway
- Visit the Cliffs of Moher
- Lunch and dinner included
- Overnight at the Salt Hill Hotel in Galway
May 21, 2026
Day 9: Galway
- Tour to Connemara National Park and Kylemore Abbey
- Lunch and dinner included
- Overnight at the Salt Hill Hotel in Galway
May 22, 2026
Day 10: Depart Galway and transfer to Dublin
- Visit to Clonmacnoise Monastic site en route
- Lunch included
- Farewell dinner and show at Taylors Three Rock
- Overnight at the Iveagh Garden Hotel in Dublin
May 23, 2026
Day 11: Depart Dublin for Home
- Transfer to airport for return flight home
ALUMNI & FRIENDS PRINTABLE ITINERARY (PDF)
Get your Bulldogs on the Road apparel!
Fill out the 2026 Ireland Memory Book!
Meet Your Ireland Travel Hosts!
Dr. Bernard Bull
Jennifer Furr
Dr. Beth Pester
Dr. Amy Stradtmann
Dr. Kurt von Kampen
University A Cappella Choir
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Thank you to our sponsor Lutheran Church Extension Fund!
