The PBS film crew will be in downtown Waterloo on Aug. 3 and 4, capturing performances and gathering interviews during Iowa Irish Fest. The episode will air in January, during season five of “Ireland with Michael.”

It will be the first time an entire episode of the show is filmed outside Ireland. The episode will spotlight how Irish culture, music and fun are celebrated outside of Ireland, featuring Celtic artists, bands and acts from around the world that travel to the Iowa Irish Fest to perform.

In addition, Londra will present two travel workshops at the fest. Londra was the lead singer in “Riverdance” on Broadway.

“Ireland with Michael” debuted in 2021 and has brought Ireland’s rich cultural heritage into 97% of American households, with over 43,000 episodes across 653 public television channels throughout 49 states.

Iowa Irish Fest is Aug. 2-4 in Lincoln Park and the surrounding area in downtown Waterloo. There will be live entertainment, workshops, classes, sporting events and other activities.

Discounted tickets are available at participating Waterloo businesses, including Veridian Credit Union and Hy-Vee locations. Tickets are available online at IowaIrishFest.com.

Iowa Irish Fest is organized by the Cedar Valley Irish Culture Association, an organization intended to foster and develop Irish fellowship and community outreach through Irish cultural events and programs.