Ireland With Michael News
CREATE TV Launches Nationwide Ireland with Michael Marathon Across All 50 States
18 Hours Opening Weekend + Daily Episodes Leading to St. Patrick’s Day
FEBRUARY 18, 2026
This March, public television viewers across America are invited on an unforgettable journey to Ireland.
Create TV, the national lifestyle channel from PBS featuring travel, food, and how-to programming, is rolling out a coast-to-coast marathon of Ireland with Michael beginning March 13th.
The nationwide event will air in all 50 states, delivering:
6 hours of programming on Friday
6 hours on Saturday
6 hours on Sunday
Followed by 2 hours per day in the lead-up to St. Patrick’s Day**
That’s 18 hours opening weekend, plus daily episodes all week — a massive national spotlight on Ireland’s landscapes, music, culture, and people.
Hosted by Emmy®-nominated Irish tenor and PBS personality Michael Londra, Ireland with Michael takes viewers beyond the postcard images to experience authentic Ireland, from coastal cliffs and historic castles to traditional music sessions and hidden local gems.
With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, this marathon offers viewers a front-row seat to Ireland at its most vibrant.
“It’s a celebration of Irish culture across America,” said Londra. “To have this level of national exposure leading into St. Patrick’s Day is truly extraordinary.”
Viewers can check local listings for exact times in their area.
Mark your calendars: Beginning March 13th, Ireland comes to America.