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The Irish Fair of Minnesota returns for 2025 in St. Paul! Visit for Irish music, dance, storytelling, sports, cultural exhibits, children’s activities and more! Keep reading for your chance to win tickets!

Kids with Mascot Sheep Baarry at Irish Fair of Minnesota.

“Irish or no, you’ll have fun if you go!” The Irish Fair of Minnesota is back at Harriet Island in St. Paul! This 3-day celebration of all things Irish will take place from August 8th- 10th, 2025.

New this year is the musical kick-off event, Ceol on the River, on August 7th! This Irish Concert has an amazing line-up, featuring Lineup of Irish artists: The Coronas, Róisín O & The Belfast Cowboys.

Irish Fair of MN Dancers on stage.

This year’s roster of activities will feature hundreds of entertainers across seven stages, including talented musicians, dancers, and performers. Enjoy international, national, and local music as well as dance, storytelling, sports, cultural exhibits, native dogs, children’s activities, Irish hospitality options, and marketplace activities.

Child playing fiddle at Irish Fair of Minnesota.

And there is plenty for kids to do, too! Kids 12 and under get FREE admission, and teens ages 13 – 17 will receive a reduced ticket price. Interactive activities include an Irish instrument petting zoo, hurling and camogie for kids, and more.

Irish Fair of MN Stage and crowd.

2025 Admission Prices:

  • Daily Pass: Adults $25, Youth + Seniors $15
  • Weekend Pass (good for all 3 days): Adults $50, Youth + Seniors $40

Dates and Hours:

  • Friday, August 8th from 3 – 11 pm
  • Saturday, August 9th from 10 am – 11 pm
  • Sunday, August 10th from 10 am – 7 pm
band playing at Irish Fair of Minnesota.

Irish Fair + Ceol on the River Ticket Giveaway

One lucky winner will win a Four Pack of tickets to both the 2025 Irish Fair and the Ceol on the River performance. Winner will be contacted on August 4th. Enter to win in the form below– good luck!

Irish Fair + Ceol on the River Ticket Giveaway
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  9. Pat Barrett says

    I love to volunteer at the Irish Fair, and afterwards listening to the great variety of music and meeting people. I look forward to the Irish Fair every year!

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