Dublin Irish Festival

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Cultural & TraditionalDublin
DatesDates TBA · Usually AugustCheck locally before booking
DurationSummerEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLiving tradition, ritual symbolsOrganizers and outside press describe the
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: USD
CategoryCultural & TraditionalFestival type
The story

Dublin Irish Festival in Dublin

The Dublin Irish Festival fills Dublin, Ohio's Coffman Park with three days of Celtic music, dance, and culture each July or August, drawing more than 100,000 visitors. Running since 1988, it is billed as the largest three-day Irish festival in the world, with seven stages, hundreds of performers, a marketplace of Celtic vendors, Highland Games, and the concurrent Columbus Feis Irish dance competition.

Its scale and heritage programming make it one of Ohio's strongest cultural events.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Organizers and outside press describe the Dublin Irish Festival as the largest three-day Irish festival on earth, a claim built on more than 100,000 annual attendees, seven stages, and more than 800 performers

02

The mystery stays covered

It has run continuously since 1988 except for a 2020 pandemic pause, giving it nearly four decades of history in the same Coffman Park location

03

The city starts moving

It has been recognized outside Ohio too, winning an International Festivals and Events Association Silver Grand Pinnacle Award in 2007 and a spot on the American Bus Association's top 100 events list in 2009

04

The water draws everyone in

Beyond the stages, the event layers in niche programming: a genealogy tent, a Celtic Canines area for Irish dog breeds, and amateur and kids' Highland Games

05

The old stones answer

The Columbus Feis, an Irish step-dance competition, runs the same weekend

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The festival's Highland Games

Water and renewal

Living ritual

sheep herding demonstrations

The sacred route

Living ritual

and Celtic Canines area celebrating Irish dog breeds recur every year as fixed elements of the grounds beyond the music stages

The local code

Living ritual

The Columbus Feis

Tradition 5

Living ritual

a sanctioned Irish step-dance competition

Tradition 6

Living ritual

is held on the same weekend at the same site

Tradition 7

Living ritual

and a genealogy area staffed by researchers helps attendees trace Irish family history

Tradition 8

Living ritual

tying the festival's entertainment directly to living Irish-American heritage practices

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually August

Getting around

Driving or shuttle planning matters.

What to wear

Comfortable outdoor summer clothing works best: shorts or light pants, a hat, and closed-toe walking shoes for grass and gravel paths across the 29-acre park in late-July or early-August...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

Dublin

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map37.70 N, 121.94 WOpen in Google Maps

Dublin, OH

TransportDriving or shuttle planning matters.
Stay areaDublin

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Dublin via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Dublin, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for August.Compare faresFestival gearComfortable outdoor summer clothing works best: shorts or light pants, a hat, and closed-toe walking shoes for grass and gravel paths across the 29-acre park in late-July or early-August heat. Some attendees wear kilts, tartan, or Irish-themed clothing for fun, but it is entirely optional.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for United States and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Dublin Irish Festival?

Dublin Irish Festival is listed for August · Summer. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Dublin Irish Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Dublin, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Summer is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Dublin, OH

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLdublinirishfestival.org
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually August
Source statusOfficial source linked
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