09/02/2026
The Pittsburgh Irish Festival ---- coming the 11th, 12th and 13th... featuring trips to Ireland, Addie Rennebeck cooking, Mary Mac Bakehouse cooking... Jags doing Irish Trivia... It's a thing. See you there. Deets below!
The 35th Annual Pittsburgh Irish Festival will be held September 11-13 at The Carrie Blast Furnaces
National Historic Landmark, and will highlight traditional and new items including music, dance, competitions, Carrie
Furnace tours, cooking demos, shopping, Irish cuisine and beverages, children’s activities, genealogy, and so much more!
Discounted advance tickets are available now at www.pghirishfest.org. *Events and Activities subject to change.
NEW Five Farms Floral Arrangements
New in 2026, join Essers Floral in the Five Farms Celtic Kitchen for a hands-on floral arrangement workshop that
transforms repurposed Five Farms Irish Cream bottles into beautiful keepsakes. Participation is limited and available on a
first-come, first-served basis, but all festival guests are welcome to watch, learn, and discover how creativity and
sustainability can come together as part of the Pittsburgh Irish Festival’s growing environmental initiatives.
NEW Irish Trivia
Think you know your Irish history, culture, music, and traditions? In partnership with Ya Jagoff! Media, join us for the
Pittsburgh Irish Festival’s first-ever Irish Trivia Competition and put your knowledge to the test! Compete for bragging
rights, enjoy plenty of laughs, and have a chance to win great prizes. Check out the schedule at pghirishfest.org for trivia
times!
Traditional Irish Breakfast
On Sunday, 9/13 from 11 am – 1 pm, start your day the Irish way with a hearty Irish Breakfast! Enjoy traditional
favorites like bangers, black and white pudding, eggs, scones, and more! Irish breakfast MUST be ordered in
advance at pghirishfest.org/breakfast, limited quantity available. It’s the perfect fuel for a day full of music,
dancing, and celebration!
Counties of Ireland Exhibit
Take a trip through all 32 counties of Ireland with our newest display! Learn about what makes each county unique, its
history, some fun facts, and more!
Stone Lifting Competition
For centuries, the stones on Ireland’s rugged landscape were more than simple geographical features. The ability to lift a
particular stone was used in tests of strength, and often as rites of passage at events like weddings and funerals. Stone
Circle Strongman returns to this year’s Fest and for a small donation of $10, visitors can try their hand at lifting the
famous “McClurg Manhood Stones,” or you can register to compete and enter the “King of the Stones” competition
which offers the title of “Strongest Stonelifter” to the winner. For more information and to preregister, visit
www.stonecirclestrongman.com or Stone Circle Strongman on Instagram.
GAELIC SPORTS PROGRAMS & DEMOS
Hurling, Camogie, and Gaelic Football are traditional Irish sports that hold deep cultural significance and captivate fans
with their unique gameplay. Pittsburgh is home to professional and youth teams who have achieved great success both
on and off the field with multiple Midwest and National Championship wins! Take a deep dive into these sports – learn
the rules, meet the players, and try your hand at these incredible Gaelic Sports! Full program available at pghirishfest.org.
FIVE FARMS IRISH CREAM CELTIC KITCHEN
Presented by Five Farms Irish Cream, watch both professional and amateur bakers and chefs demonstrate cooking and
baking delightful treats! Celtic cooking is hearty, simple, and tasty – enjoy this hands-on look of the preparation of oldworld recipes with new world adaptations. New in 2025, the Celtic Kitchen will also host children’s cooking classes withthe intention to get a new generation excited about Celtic cooking. The full demo schedule will be available at
pghirishfest.org.
CULTURAL HEDGE SCHOOL STAGE
One of the most popular areas at the festival is the Hedge School. Based on the infamous Penal Laws, hedge schools
developed in Ireland in response to the bans placed on educating Irish natives about their history, traditions, and culture.
As a result, lessons were taught in secret in a barn or in the shadow of a hedge. We are proud to offer on-going
educational sessions in the areas of history, legends, music, language, dance, sports, and symbols of Ireland.
LEPRECHAUN’S LANDING (CHILDREN’S AREA/IRISH ARTS, CRAFTS, & GAMES) Presented by
Shady Lane School
For our wee folk! Take home a hand-made souvenir, enjoy an Irish story, sing-a-long, and even dance an Irish jig! Play a
round of mini golf on our Royal County Down course, hop around on bounce houses, and try your luck at one of our
custom games!
The Pittsburgh Irish Festival is September 11-12-13, 2026 at The Carrie Blast Furnaces National Historic Landmark.
More information and tickets are available at pghirishfest.org.
