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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, August 4 | 4 p.m. to Midnight
Saturday, August 5 | 11 a.m. to Midnight
Sunday, August 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, August 5 | 11 a.m. to Midnight
Sunday, August 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, he/she must remove the item from the property upon request.
Rules are subject to change.
5๐ง 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.
6๐ถ 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.
7๐ 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.
8๐ What is the Juvenile Curfew?
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.
9โฟ๏ธ Is the Festival wheelchair accessible and are wheelchair available?
IS THE FESTIVAL WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE AND ARE WHEELCHAIRS AVAILABLE FOR RENT?
Yes, the Festival is wheelchair accessible. Just keep in mind that the Festival takes place in a park, so there is some grassy terrain. The Festival is accessible via sidewalks and streets, and there are plenty of curb-cuts.
A limited number of wheelchairs are available at each Information Tent located near the North, East and Southeast entrances, and at Festival Operations inside the Dublin Community Recreation Center. There is no cost for these wheelchairs, although an ID is required to be left for security.
A limited number of wheelchairs are available at each Information Tent located near the North, East and Southeast entrances, and at Festival Operations inside the Dublin Community Recreation Center. There is no cost for these wheelchairs, although an ID is required to be left for security.
10๐ What should I do in the event of an emergency at the Festival?
Call 911
In addition, First Aid Stations staffed by the Washington Township Fire Department can be found at the Southwest, North and East Entrances.
In addition, First Aid Stations staffed by the Washington Township Fire Department can be found at the Southwest, North and East Entrances.
11๐งข 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!
12๐ง 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.
13๐ผ 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.
14๐ Where can I charge my phone?
Charging stations are available near the Temple Bar Dining Tent and outside the Emerald Club.
15๐ฉโ๐ง Is there a system in place to help prevent losing my child?
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 Information Tent located near the Pot Oโ Gold Playland.
16โน Where are the information tents?
For on-site questions, lost & found, or simply learn more about the Festival and Dublin area, visit Information Tents located near the East, North & Southeast Entrances.
17๐ 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
18โบ๏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
19๐ 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.
20๐ 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 official donation request letter through our (Donation Form Here) Please note we receive a high volume of requests and are unable to accommodate every one 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.
21๐ท 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.
22๐ Is there a sensory area?
Located near the Wee Folk area, ASCO and Dublin Parks and Rec offer a calming place with sensory activities and equipment for anyone.