Irish Fest in the Forest

02/14/2026

Many people don’t realize this, but most St. Patrick’s Day parades across our country — and here in North Carolina — are not funded by cities or municipalities.

These parades are organized by volunteers and community groups, and the costs add up quickly: permits, insurance, police details, barricades, staging, sound, sanitation, and more. Putting on a safe, family-friendly parade is no small or inexpensive task.

That’s why fundraisers are essential. Every raffle ticket sold, fundraiser attended, or sponsorship secured goes directly toward keeping these traditions alive in our communities.

If you’ve ever enjoyed a St. Patrick’s Day parade — cheering along the route, bringing your family, or marching with friends — please consider supporting a local parade fundraiser. It truly makes the parade possible year after year.

☘️ Upcoming North Carolina Parade Fundraisers:

• Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade Fundraiser
📍 Edit Brewery
🗓 Saturday, Feb 21 | 2–6 PM

• Wilmington St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Hooley Under the Bridge
📍 Waterline Brewing
🗓 Saturday, Feb 28 | 11:30 AM–6 PM

You can also support online:
Charlotte Parade: https://donorbox.org/charlotte-st-patrick-s-day-parade
Raleigh Parade: https://raleighstpats.org/donations
Wilmington Parade: Venmo

Thank you to everyone who donates, sponsors, volunteers, and shows up to support Irish culture and community across North Carolina. ☘️

11/07/2025

Tonight in Wake Forest the Vagabond Saints will be performing the songs of the Waterboys iconic album Fisherman’s Blues at the Wake Forest Listening Room!

The Vagabond Saints' Society has waited patiently for many years for the right time to pay tribute to one of their favorite cult albums - The Waterboys’ 1988 classic, "Fisherman’s Blues.” Join us on November 7, 2025, at The Wake Forest Listening Room as the VSS performs "Fisherman’s Blues"....

10/20/2025

🎶 The Waterboys’ Fisherman’s Blues Comes to Wake Forest! 🎶

The Vagabond Saints’ Society is paying tribute to one of their favorite cult albums — The Waterboys’ Fisherman’s Blues (1988) — live at the Wake Forest Listening Room on Friday, November 7, 2025!

✨ The show features the full album performed start-to-finish with Doug Davis on lead vocals, plus a set of other Waterboys classics sung by special guests from the Triad & Triangle music scene.

📅 Friday, November 7, 2025
🕖 Doors: 6:45 PM | Show: 7:30 PM
📍 Wake Forest Listening Room
🎟️ Tickets: $16.95

Don’t miss this celebration of a record that blends Celtic folk, Irish soul, and rock into something unforgettable.

🎟️ Grab your tickets here: https://wakeforestlisteningroom.com/event/the-vagabond-saints-play-the-waterboys/wake-forest-listening-room/wake-forest-north-carolina/

The Vagabond Saints' Society has waited patiently for many years for the right time to pay tribute to one of their favorite cult albums - The Waterboys’ 1988 classic, "Fisherman’s Blues.” Join us on November 7, 2025, at The Wake Forest Listening Room as the VSS performs "Fisherman’s Blues"....

01/31/2025

01/29/2025

Sign up to be in the 2025 Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade!
We will be keeping the Irish tradition of a walking only parade. That just means no motorized vehicles. Get creative with push-carts, bikes & wagons! Let’s see what you can do and Get Your Green On!
Sign up here https://raleighstpats.org

11/19/2024

We’re in the home stretch for the Food Drive & Turkey Round-Up! 🦃 The New Bern House and Tri Area Ministry need our help to make sure local families can enjoy a warm Thanksgiving meal.

Starting Thursday, Nov 21st, frozen turkey donations will be accepted at D’s Bottleshop. Join us for the final event on Saturday, Nov 23rd, with live music from Ewes Tree! Let’s show our Irish spirit and make a difference together. ☘️

Every little bit helps, so bring those donations and spread the word!

11/15/2024

Fun fact: Each year, our community donates hundreds of pounds of food, but we can do even more with your help! Donate non-perishable items or canned goods at D’s Bottleshop—together, we can make this Thanksgiving special.