Milwaukee Irish Fest
- Dates
- Aug 19 to 22, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Henry Maier Festival Park
- Price
- $23 to $27
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
Milwaukee Irish Fest returns to Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, WI, Aug 19 to 22, 2027. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Milwaukee Irish Fest is billed as the world's largest Irish music festival, produced since 1981 by the nonprofit CelticMKE and held each August along the shores of Lake Michigan at Henry Maier Festival Park. Across four days it fills 17 stages with more than 100 Irish and Celtic music, dance and cultural performances, plus a Celtic Canine area, a Milwaukee Hurling Club tent, cultural lectures, a Sunday Mass and family activities. The 2027 Milwaukee Irish festival is set for August 19-22
What people love
Regular attendees call it an amazing time and a favorite among Milwaukee's lakefront ethnic festivals, praising the depth of the Irish and Celtic music lineup with acts such as Gaelic Storm and Skerryvore. Many note the crowds stay manageable, especially during the day, with the path along Lake Michigan offering room to breathe, though Friday and Saturday evenings get busier. A common gripe is that Guinness is not sold, and some feel the food has been unremarkable
Last time around (2026)
The 2026 festival ran August 13-16 at Henry Maier Festival Park, with a lineup that included Gaelic Storm, Altan, Scythian, the Gardiner Brothers and Ally the Piper across 17 stages of music, dance and culture. The next edition is announced for August 19-22, 2027
The games
Taking part
Beyond its 17 stages of music and dance, the festival includes a Celtic Canine area with Irish dog breeds such as wolfhounds, Irish dance performances, a Milwaukee Hurling Club tent showcasing traditional Irish sport, cultural lectures, a Sunday Mass, a 5K run and walk, and family activities across the park
See it before you go
A look at the Highland Games in general, not this specific event.
Getting there
How do I get to Milwaukee Irish Fest?
By car
Most people drive to Milwaukee Irish Fest. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
Cost Street parking and nearby parking lots are available; street parking is free on weekends. The festival does not operate the area lots.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Venue
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Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Milwaukee Irish Fest?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
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5253 South Howell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207
Link coming soon5105 South Howell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207
Link coming soon5037 South Howell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207
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Accessibility & comfort
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Pricing
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