Circle City Irish Festival FAQs
How much does it cost to attend?
Single day tickets are $15. Weekend passes are $20.
Kids under 12 get in free!
Where can I park?
Free parking is available in the Lilly surface parking lot accessible from East Street on Friday and Saturday.
Is there handicapped parking and where?
There are spots in the Lily parking lot and in the neighborhood.
Should I bring my own lawn chairs?
Lawn chairs are encouraged if you would like to sit on the grass directly in front of the Main Stage. We will also have a tent with limited seating facing the stage.
What food and drink options are there?
We have many food and drink options this year, including the below vendors:
Food: Murphy’s Steakhouse, Kilkenny Jack, Ram and Poni, Celtic Pretzel, AOH (burgers & hot dogs)
Drink: SNUG Irish Pub, Bunratty Meade, & multiple Beer/Wine tents
Will I need to purchase tickets for food and drink?
No, you will pay vendors directly for food and drink.
Will the festival still proceed in the event of rain?
Yes, the festival will still happen rain or shine.
Can I bring outside food and drink into the festival?
NO Outside Food or drink will be allowed in to the festival.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes! But they must be kept on a leash. Please remember to clean up after your pet.
What is the bag policy?
CCIF does not have a bag policy but reserves the right to search any and all items brought into the festival.
If I just want to drop patrons off while I go park, where can I do that?
There’s a small parking lot off of East St. near Holy Rosary Church where you can drop people off, but you cannot park there.
How much do kids 12 and under pay to get in?
Kids 12 and under are free!
Is it too late to volunteer?
It is not too late to volunteer – you can sign up HERE.
If you volunteer, you get free admission the day you volunteer & a T-shirt!
Can we bring in coolers?
No, coolers are not allowed.
What are the festival hours?
Friday, 4 pm – 11 pm. Saturday, 12 pm – 11 pm.