Circle City Irish Fest

09/18/2026

A huge THANK YOU to our incredible sponsors of the 2026 Circle City Irish Festival! 💚

As an entirely volunteer-run, non-profit organization, we couldn’t put on a successful festival without the generous support of our sponsors and donors. Thank you for helping make this year’s event possible!

09/18/2026

The wait is over – Circle City Irish Fest starts TODAY! 🇮🇪🎉

Join us Friday from 4–10 PM and Saturday from 12–10 PM for a weekend of live music, cultural showcases, food, drinks, community, and fun for the whole family.

The festival entrance is located in front of Holy Rosary Church on Stevens St. Please enter from the East St. side – free parking is available at the Eli Lilly surface lot across the street!

Get everything you need to plan your visit, including the FAQ, schedules, vendors, and map at www.circlecityirishfestival.com (link in bio!)

We can’t wait to see you here. Let the shenanigans begin! ☘️

09/17/2026

Who’s excited for Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones!? 🎶☘️

Catch them on the 2026 Circle City Irish Fest Main Stage at 7PM on Friday and 6PM on Saturday!

🔗 www.circlecityirishfestival.com/circle-city-irish-festival-entertainment-schedule/

09/17/2026

Catch Indianapolis Ceili Band and Celtic Motion on our Main Stage this Saturday at 2:15PM! ☘️🎉

We’ve got a fantastic lineup of music, dance, and entertainment planned for this weekend. Check out the full schedule at the link below ⬇️

🔗 www.circlecityirishfestival.com/circle-city-irish-festival-entertainment-schedule/

☘️ THIS SATURDAY AT 2:15 PM!☘️

We’re hitting the stage at Circle City Irish Fest and we’re bringing along the incredible Celtic Motion Dancers!

Come out, grab your friends, and celebrate with us! We’ll see you Saturday at 2:15 PM!

09/15/2026

Add these activities to your festival plans! ☘️

In addition to our Main Stage, Cultural Stage, and Irish Market, we’ve got so many unique offerings at the 2026 Circle City Irish Festival. Scroll for a preview of what’s in store!

🎉 We’ll see you in THREE DAYS, Indianapolis! Join us Friday, September 18 & Saturday, September 19.

Visit our website to learn more and get your tickets: www.circlecityirishfestival.com

09/14/2026

☘️ FOUR DAYS TO GO! Circle City Irish Fest returns this weekend, September 18 & 19, across from Holy Rosary Church in Indianapolis. 🎉

The Main Stage and Cultural Stage schedules are here! Swipe through to see who’s performing and presenting at the 2026 Circle City Irish Fest. We’ve got an amazing lineup of live music, cultural showcases, demonstrations, and more.

🔗 View the full festival schedule, explore the map, buy tickets, and plan your visit at www.circlecityirishfestival.com

We can’t wait to see you there! 🇮🇪

09/08/2026

Gráinne McConnell is bringing the stories, traditions and fierce women of Ireland to the Cultural Stage at Circle City Irish Fest! 🇮🇪

Originally from Belfast and now living in Westfield with her family, Gráinne has called Ireland, England, Germany and Indiana home. She brings a passion for travel, culture and connecting with people to her work helping new families find their footing in Indiana.

You can also find her sharing all things Irish and Hoosier with plenty of humor on TikTok and Instagram as Grainne in Indiana.

Join Gráinne for two Cultural Stage sessions:

The Fierce Women of Ireland: Warriors, Queens and Rebels
📅 Friday, September 18 | 4:30–5 PM

The Stories, Traditions and Customs of the Irish Year
📅 Saturday, September 19 | 5–5:30 PM

Explore Ireland’s remarkable women, history, and traditions – from pirate queens and political leaders to the seasonal customs that have connected generations of Irish people to their culture.

🎟️ Use promo code GRAINNE for 50% off single-day festival tickets! Get your tickets and learn more about 2026 Circle City Irish Fest at the link in bio.

09/04/2026

We're excited to share that Bunratty Meade will be returning for the 2026 Circle City Irish Fest! Stop by our 21+ beverage locations at the festival and celebrate with a glass of their world-famous mead from Ireland. ☘

🎟 Get your tickets at www.circlecityirishfestival.com

Indianapolis! Countdown to Bunratty Meade’s return to Circle City Irish Fest is on! Come out Sept 18th and 19th and toast with a glass of the legendary honey drink from the world-famous Bunratty Castle banquets. For event and ticket information: https://www.circlecityirishfestival.com See you there!

Circle City Irish Fest

09/04/2026

Next up on the Cultural Stage: Paddy Higgins! 🇮🇪

Giants, Legends & the Giant’s Causeway: The Bigger Side of Irish Folklore

Originally from Belfast, Ireland, Paddy recently moved to Indiana with his wife, Jessie, and their Chihuahua, Benito. Growing up, his Granny shared Irish stories and folklore with him, sparking his love of the legends, characters, and storytelling traditions that make Irish culture so distinctive. Paddy enjoys sharing those stories with new audiences and exploring the similarities and differences between life in Ireland and the U.S.

At the festival, Paddy will share stories of Irish giants, from the legendary Finn McCool to the Giant’s Causeway. Expect giants, rivalries, questionable decision-making, and a healthy dose of “sure, it probably happened.”

Cultural Stage Presentation Times:
🗓️ Friday, September 18 | 6PM
🗓️ Saturday, September 19 | 1PM

Use code JESSIEANDPADDY for 50% off single-day festival tickets at the link in our bio! And join Paddy to hear the larger-than-life stories that have become part of Irish folklore. ☘️

09/02/2026

We’re excited to welcome Jessie Higgins to the Cultural Stage at this year’s Circle City Irish Fest! 🇮🇪

Jessie (Jessie & Paddy) is a British content creator living in Indiana with her Irish husband, Paddy. After four years in Belfast, she became immersed in Irish culture through family, traditions, and recipes passed down through generations. Since moving to Indiana six months ago, Jessie and Paddy have been welcomed by the local Irish community and shared their experiences building a new life in Indiana through social media.

Now, she’s bringing some of those cherished recipes to our Cultural Stage with two Irish Foods Showcases featuring soda bread and fifteens, along with the stories behind them.

And yes, there will be free wee samples to try! ☘️

Irish Foods Showcase Times:
🗓️ Friday, September 18 | 7:30–8 PM
🗓️ Saturday, September 19 | 2–2:30 PM

Get your tickets at the link in our bio, and come learn about the traditions and taste a little bit of Ireland with Jessie!