Guide to the Irish Fair
Experience the sights and sounds of Ireland at Saint Paul's own Irish Fair!
With Saint Paul’s deep Irish history and traditions, it only makes sense that one of the largest and most authentic Irish festivals in the nation is held right here in the Capital City.
The fair welcomes over 30,000 visitors of all ages and heritages each year! Discover everything you need to know about this festive three-day celebration honoring the Emerald Isle.
Event Details
August 8-10, 2025
Location: Harriet Island Regional Park
This family-friendly event is jam-packed with extra fun! Attendees can enjoy traditional Irish dance, a variety of food stands, whiskey tastings, Irish sports demos (hurling, camogie, boxing), Irish comedy, a marketplace with handmade goods, educational and cultural programming, live music performances and activities for the wee ones.
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Tickets
Irish Fair (August 8-10)
Ticket Type | Daily Pass | Weekend Pass |
| Adult (ages 18-54) | $25 | $60 |
| Senior (ages 55+) | $15 | $45 |
Youth (Ages 13-17) | $15 | $45 |
| Children (Ages 12 and under) | FREE | FREE |
Ceol on the River (August 7)
| General Admission | $50 |
| VIP | $125 |
The festival was created to support Minnesota’s Irish community by preserving and celebrating the past, present and future of Irish culture. All proceeds from the event and other donations are invested in supporting the Irish Fair's mission or in supporting Irish & Celtic cultural and other immigrant communities.
Live Music Performances
Hundreds of talented musicians and performers will take to six outdoor stages on Harriet Island. From traditional Irish bands and instrumentalists to sounds of the next generation of Irish entertainers, there will be music galore for all to enjoy
Full Entertainment Lineup
Thursday - Ceol on the River
New this Year! Ceol (KEY-yole) in Irish is translated to “music.” This is an additional music concert held the night before the fair on Saint Paul's scenic Harriet Island.
The Coronas are known for their blend of indie, folk, pop, and rock sounds, often described as having anthemic indie rock with catchy tunes and an Irish accent.
Friday
Talisk, the Scottish trio of Mohsen Amini (concertina), Benedict Morris (violin) and Charlie Galloway (guitar) have been redefining the folk genre for almost a decade.
Saturday
A true fan favorite, Gaelic Storm will bring their energetic mix of Irish and Scottish fare including some drinking songs, patriotic anthems, beautiful folk songs, spritely instrumentals, and more.
The Diddley Idols is the husband-and-wife team of Queens native, Dave Barckow and Dubliner, Louise Barry. This New York based duo brings a full band sound.
Sunday
The High Kings will close out the weekend with a mighty craic! Comprised of Darren Holden, Finbarr Clancy, Brian Dunphy, and Paul O’Brien, The High Kings have set the bar for Irish Folk music and aren’t stopping anytime soon.
Saturday & Sunday
Eileen Ivers, the Grammy-winning, 9-time All-Ireland Fiddle Champion, and original Musical Star of Riverdance, returns to the Irish Fair of Minnesota. On Saturday, she’ll perform with the Universal Roots and then, come Sunday, Eileen will take the stage with The Brigadeens.
Plan Your Stay
The Irish Fair of Minnesota is partnering with the InterContinental Sant Paul Riverfront hotel to provide festival goers with special ticket and hotel packages.
Intercontinental Hotel - Saint Paul Riverfront will contribute a portion of the proceeds from each package sold directly to the Irish Fair, further supporting our mission and community impact.
Book Your Stay
Prepare for the event by visiting Saint Paul's many Irish pubs and shops as well as Irish restaurants, and don't forget to share all of your photos from the fair with us on Facebook andInstagram using the hashtag #MYSAINTPAUL!
