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36 Years of History and Tradition
Three decades after the first gathering of a small group of Irish dancers on a tennis court, a three-day festival on 38 acres has become an annual tradition, bringing more than 100,000 guests each year to Dublin, Ohio, USA. The Dublin Irish Festival will celebrate its 36th anniversary this year on Aug. 4, 5 and 6.1๐Where is the Festival located?
2โฐ What are the 2023 Festival Hours?
Friday, Aug. 4 | 4 p.m. to midnight
Saturday, Aug. 5 | 11 a.m. to midnight
Sunday, Aug. 6 | 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
*Festival gates open on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. for Sunday Services. Guests are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to donate to the Dublin Food Pantry and admission is free if entering before 11 a.m.
Saturday, Aug. 5 | 11 a.m. to midnight
Sunday, Aug. 6 | 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
*Festival gates open on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. for Sunday Services. Guests are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to donate to the Dublin Food Pantry and admission is free if entering before 11 a.m.
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What is permitted?
Guests are permitted to bring up to two sealed non-alcoholic beverages per person (up to a total of 1 liter). Cans and glass bottles are not permitted on Festival grounds. Guests may bring one small insulated soft-sided bag, no larger than standard 6-pack size (6โ x 8โ x 5โ) per person.
4โ๏ธ What is not permitted?
- Alcohol
- Bikes, rollerblades, skateboards, hover boards etc. inside the Festival
- Fireworks of any kind
- Glass bottles and cans
- Hard-sided coolers
- Soft-sided insulated bags larger than standard 6-pack
- Peddling or soliciting and the distribution of handbills inside Festival
- Pets of any kind except service dogs and registered Celtic Canines
- Smoking under tents or in a building on Festival grounds
All bags will be subject to search upon entry to Festival grounds.
If a patron brings any item onto the Festival grounds, which is deemed a nuisance or danger to others, they must remove the item from the property upon request.
Rules are subject to change.
5๐ช Can I bring a chair?
There are over 7,500 chairs available for patrons under tents and at stages. You may bring your own collapsable chair without the bag.
6๐ง Can I bring food or beverages?
Guests are permitted to bring up to two sealed non-alcoholic beverages per person (up to a total of 1 liter). Cans and glass bottles are not permitted on Festival grounds. Guests may bring one small insulated soft-sided bag, no larger than standard 6-pack size (6โ x 8โ x 5โ) per person.
7๐ถ Are pets allowed?
Pets are NOT allowed. Only service animals and the Celtic Canine dogs in the Celtic Canine are allowed on the Festival grounds. A service animal is one that is individually trained to perform work for a person with a disability. You may be asked if your animal is a service animal and what tasks it is trained to perform. You do not need to provide documentation of your animal's status as a service animal nor is it required to wear a vest. Your animal must be leashed unless that interferes with its work, but it must still be under your effective control at all times.
8๐ Can I exit and re-enter the Festival?
Same day re-entry to the Festival is available. Guests will receive a hand stamp to re-enter.
9๐ What is the curfew for kids under 18 years old?
Minors under 18 years of age, who are unaccompanied by a parent or guardian, will not be allowed on Festival grounds after 9 p.m.
10โฟ๏ธ Is the Festival wheelchair-accessible and are wheelchairs available?
The Dublin Irish Festival is wheelchair accessible. The Dublin Irish Festival takes place in Coffman Park which contains areas of grassy terrain which may be more difficult to maneuver. The Festival is accessible via sidewalks and streets with curb-cuts.
Free wheelchair rentals are available at each information tent (near the North, East and Southeast entrances) and at Festival Operations inside the Dublin Community Recreation Center. A photo ID is required for security purposes. The Festival has a limited number of wheelchairs available.
11๐ What should I do in the event of an emergency at the Festival?
Call 911.
In addition, First Aid stations staffed by Washington Township Fire Department can be found at the Southwest, North and East entrances.
In addition, First Aid stations staffed by Washington Township Fire Department can be found at the Southwest, North and East entrances.
12๐งข What should I wear?
Be sure to check the weather prior to coming to the Festival to determine appropriate attire, but most importantly, be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes. For the fair-skinned Irish lads and lassies, donโt forget a hat and lots of sunscreen!
13๐ง Where are the ATM's?
A minimal number of ATMโs on Festival grounds this year. As a majority of the food and beverage locations will be cashless this year, guests are encouraged to use credit/debit cards. If using cash for Festival beverages, you can exchange it for a beverage payment card at one of the Ticket or Merchandise Sales Tents. All major credit cards and beverage payment cards will be accepted at the Beverage Tents. Food vendors may accept cash or credit card.
14๐ผ Are baby changing and nursing stations available?
Baby changing and nursing stations are available near the East entrance, North zone near the Emerald Club, near the Wee Folk crafts tent, Nationwide Childrenโs Hospital mobile unit near Pot Oโ Gold Playland, and in the Dublin Community Recreation Center.
15๐ Where can I charge my phone?
Charging stations are available near the Temple Bar Marketplace and outside the Emerald Club.
16๐ฉโ๐ง What does the Identi-Kid tent offer?
To quickly relocate separated parents and their children, caregivers can stop by the Identi-Kid tent to obtain a free wristband that will display the childโs name, age and parentโs phone number. Identi-Kid tents are located near the East entrance and the Pot Oโ Gold Playland.
17โน Where are the information tents?
For onsite questions, lost and found, or simply to learn more about the Festival and Dublin area, visit information tents located near the East, North and Southeast entrances
18๐ Is there a place for lost and found items?
Lost items, may be turned in or retrieved, at any Information Tent. Guests may complete a Lost Item Form so they may be contacted if the item is found. All items are kept for one month after the Festival. To inquire about lost items after the Festival, call 614.410.4545
19โบ๏ธ Is camping available on or near Festival grounds?
Motor homes and campers are not permitted on Festival grounds. You may park your motor home at the Metro Center parking lot during Festival hours, and take a free shuttle to the Festival. All vehicles must be removed from the parking lot at the conclusion of each day.
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Alum Creek State Park
3305 South Old State Road
Delaware, Ohio 43015
740-548-4631
Alum Creek State Park Website
Sunbury/Columbus North KOA
Porter Central Road
Sunbury, Ohio 43074
740-625-6600
KOA Website
20๐ What do I do if I cannot find my online ticket?
Click on the Dublin Irish Festival ticket page. There is a link at the top of the page where guests may reprint/obtain your purchased ticket.
21๐ How do I request a ticket donation for my community event?
To request a donation of Dublin Irish Festival tickets for your community event, please send an email to tickets@dublin.oh.us.
Please note we receive a high volume of requests and are unable to accommodate everyone we receive. Once the form is submitted, we will review and determine next steps. Please allow time for us to be able to go through each form and respond.
22๐ท What is the venue health policy?
Self-health assessments are encouraged before arriving onsite. The Festival will abide by all local and statewide health orders in place at time of event. Please visit dublinirishfestival.org for any updates closer to the event.
23๐ Is there a sensory area?
For the second year, the Autism Society of Central Ohio (ASCO) and the City of Dublin offer a calming space for anyone to use during the festivities. The sensory-friendly โTake-A-Breakโ tent is located near the Wee Folk area and includes sensory activities and equipment.
24๐ Is there a discount code for transportation to/from the Festival?
Yes! Visitors going to or from the Irish Festival can use Lyft code IRISHFEST23 to get up to $10 off their ride.