Irish Fest features an area on the south end of the festival grounds dedicated to Irish and Celtic culture! 2022 Cultural Village info coming soon.
Cultural Pavilion
The Pavilion continues its long tradition of bringing all things Irish and Celtic to the festival through digital and physical displays. Featuring quilter Penny Barnes, fairy forts, and more to be announced soon.
Literary Corner
The Literary Corner is your stop to explore Irish and Celtic literature - from nonfiction to fiction, children books, and more. Plus, meet Irish, Irish-American and Celtic authors that visit Milwaukee Irish Fest to showcase their latest novels!
Irish authorr Tony Macaulay is returning with his latest book. Stay tuned for the full list of 2022 visiting authors.
Hedge School
History, genealogy, politics, literature, modern culture and more will be discussed in the Hedge School. Tyler Farrell will lead the popular Poetry Hour on Sunday. More to be announced soon!
Theatre Pavilion
Stay tuned for information about this year's plays!
Gaeltacht
Steeped in tradition, brimming with talent and sweetened with native speakers, the Gaeltacht line-up is sure to hit the spot. The Gaeltacht, or Irish speaking area, will showcase the Irish language and traditional Irish culture. You can learn simple Irish phrases or challenge yourself with some flirty chat-up lines! You can stop in any time and enjoy traditional Irish humor, song, dance and language. The Gaeltacht is where the Irish go to feel at home! Danielle Enblom returns to demonstrate Irish dancing techniques.
Genealogy
The genealogy area focuses on quick visits with take away information about research, resources and organizations, local and Irish, to help you in hour genealogical journey. We will not be offering individual research consultations this year, but we can direct you where to pursue one. Richard Hill, an expert in DNA testing, will be discussing and advising attendees about genetic genealogy.
Come learn about Irish surnames and given names. Tag the giant Ireland map with your family’s ancestral home. Try for a door prize of a DNA kit or an Ancestry subscription.
Irish Language Workshop
Learn more about Gaelic, the Irish language, and its history at our Irish Language Workshop tent! This year's workshop features Dr. Tara MacLeod and Dr. Brian O'Conchubhair from Notre Dame University.