Circle City Irish Fest

09/02/2026

We’re excited to welcome Jessie Higgins to the Cultural Stage at this year’s Circle City Irish Fest! 🇮🇪

Jessie (Jessie & Paddy) is a British content creator living in Indiana with her Irish husband, Paddy. After four years in Belfast, she became immersed in Irish culture through family, traditions, and recipes passed down through generations. Since moving to Indiana six months ago, Jessie and Paddy have been welcomed by the local Irish community and shared their experiences building a new life in Indiana through social media.

Now, she’s bringing some of those cherished recipes to our Cultural Stage with two Irish Foods Showcases featuring soda bread and fifteens, along with the stories behind them.

And yes, there will be free wee samples to try! ☘️

Irish Foods Showcase Times:
🗓️ Friday, September 18 | 7:30–8 PM
🗓️ Saturday, September 19 | 2–2:30 PM

Get your tickets at the link in our bio, and come learn about the traditions and taste a little bit of Ireland with Jessie!

09/01/2026

We had a great time today on WISH-TV's Life Style Live sharing a preview of what’s in store at this year's festival! 🍀

Our Festival Vice Chair Patrick Gamache talked about the music, culture, community, and traditions that make the festival special, followed by an on-air performance from the St. Patrick's Day Rogues Pipes & Drums.

Thanks for having us, WISH-TV!

The Circle City Irish Festival returns to Indianapolis on Sept. 18-19. Enjoy live music, Irish food, and family activities at Edna Balz Lacy Park.

08/26/2026

You may have seen Indianapolis favorites 45 RPM around town, and we’re excited to have them close out Friday night at Circle City Irish Fest!

Known for their energetic performances of 1960s hits, 45RPM brings guitars, drums, keyboards, and crowd favorites to the Main Stage. From local venues like the Rathskeller to outdoor festivals, they’re known for getting audiences on their feet.

🎵 Friday, September 18 | 8:30 PM

End your Friday night with 45 RPM, then keep the celebration going all weekend!

Get your tickets at www.circlecityirishfestival.com. 🎟

08/21/2026

Volunteer shifts for the 2026 Circle City Irish Fest are now open! ☘️

Help make this year’s festival a great one. Join us September 18–19 and choose the date, time, and festival area that work best for you. Sign up for one shift or multiple!

👉 Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/index.cfm?go=s.signup&urlid=10C0548ABAB2FA7F5C25-65183137-circle&useFullSite=true #/

Circle City Irish Fest is entirely volunteer-run, and your time helps us celebrate Irish heritage while supporting local causes in our community. Thank you for being part of what makes the festival possible!

Questions? Contact Volunteer Chair Debbie Nicholas at [email protected].

08/14/2026

We're excited to welcome an Indianapolis favorite, Laughing Jack Band, to the Circle City Irish Fest stage!

If you've tuned into the local folk music scene, you may already know these familiar faces. Made up of longtime local musicians from Ennis Clare, Hogeye Navvy, and the Indianapolis Ceili Band, Laughing Jack puts a "neo-trad" spin on Irish traditional music with pub singalongs, sea shanties, and lively Celtic tunes. Their energetic stage presence makes every performance feel like a celebration!

Catch Laughing Jack on the Main Stage:
🎵 Saturday, September 19 | 3:15 PM

Buy your tickets and learn more about this year's festival at www.circlecityirishfestival.com 🎟

08/06/2026

We're excited to welcome back Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones to Circle City Irish Fest – bringing generations of Irish music to the Main Stage!

A favorite at Irish festivals across the country, Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones blend the tradition of Irish ballads with the energy of a new generation of musicians. Led by legendary musician, singer, songwriter, and historian Derek Warfield, the band brings iconic songs, engaging storytelling, and exceptional musicianship to every performance.

Catch Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones on the Main Stage both days of the festival:

🎵 Friday, September 18 | 7 PM
🎵 Saturday, September 19 | 6 PM

Buy your tickets and learn more about this year's festival at www.circlecityirishfestival.com! 🎟

08/03/2026

Circle City Irish Fest
Holy Rosary Catholic Church
September 21, 2024

08/02/2026

Here’s a preview of what’s waiting for you at the 2026 Circle City Irish Fest! ☘️

From live Irish music and local vendors to food, drinks, cultural performances, and family fun, this year’s festival is coming together, and there’s even more to be announced.

Get your tickets now at www.circlecityirishfestival.com and join us September 18-19 in Indianapolis across from Holy Rosary Church! 🇮🇪